Open houses showcase the advantages of a college or university to prospective students, providing campus tours, presentations and the ability to meet with advisors and other staff.
After searching open house facts, it seems that many students (and parents) realize that colleges will go all out during these events to make their institution shine. The key is to play up your benefits, but don’t overdo it. So don’t advertise to them, but rather engage them in the activities that interest them.
- Campus tours are important, so don’t skimp – make sure there is ample time; show classroom and lab sizes, dorms, sports facilities and other significant areas where students spend a lot of time.
- Hire the right tour guide! The more fun students have on the tour, the more positive their experience and impression will be, so make sure the guides are knowledgeable, entertaining and enthusiastic!
- Do demonstration classes, as classes are rarely in session during open houses, and attending classes is a frequent student request
- Give students the time to sit with academic advisors, along with the opportunity to talk to current professors, specifically in their major
- Students are there for information – provide them with plenty of it, such as course content, syllabi, degree requirements, etc.
Have an even more successful open house by preparing a satisfaction survey for participants at the open house. Coming straight from attendants, it will give you the best idea of how your open house was perceived, as well as what you can improve upon for the next one.
Choosing the right college is hard, and open houses give students the opportunity to experience campus life first-hand. A successful open house can bring an inquiry to apply, and an applicant to enroll.
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