5 Reasons to Visit a College Campus

October 27, 2022

You’re invited! Experience the Dearborn difference for yourself

University of Michigan-Dearborn campus tour — As University of Michigan-Dearborn insiders, current Dearborn Wolverines show interested students around campus.

As you’re narrowing down your list of schools, you’re likely paging through brochures with pictures of students strolling through campus, or gathering in common areas with friends over slices of pizza. But nothing compares to seeing a campus community in action. Getting a real-time view of classes and activities in session, offers a glimpse of what life might look like as a student at your future college home. Now more than ever, universities provide various opportunities for interested students to experience campus through virtual and in-person events. Whether you choose to peruse your schools of choice on foot or via Zoom, here’s why getting a closer look at campus is an important step in your college search.

You’ll have the opportunity to ask burning questions. There are many ways to learn about a school, but talking to those who know the university best will provide invaluable insights. That’s why at University of Michigan-Dearborn, our admissions counselors make themselves available through Admissions Counseling Appointments and Virtual Drop-In Sessions. During your one-on-one with an admissions counselor, be sure to ask questions like: “What are the requirements for my major?” “What are some of the benefits of the university’s small class sizes?” And, “how do faculty and staff support student success?” Asking questions, not only about the admissions process, but the overall academic environment can help give you a well-rounded view of the school's offerings.
Current students can give you real insights into student life. From the best places to grab coffee on and around campus to quiet nooks ideal for studying before exams, active students know the ins and outs of their college community. At UM-Dearborn, campus tours are led by current Dearborn Wolverines who can candidly answer questions about the student experience on our campus.
Seeing is believing. It’s one thing to read about state-of-the-art buildings and small class settings, but it can be entirely unique to get a feel for these attributes of a university in person. Guided tours allow you to see the interaction between professors and students in classes of 20 students or less, and newly minted labs (like the ones in our recently opened Engineering Lab Building, for example) are often even more impressive on site.
You’ll have the chance to walk the walk. Being on campus gives you a sense of place. You’ll be able to feel the energetic buzz of groups gathering in common areas, or venture off to the more serene enclaves outdoors. By now, you’re probably familiar with University of Michigan’s large network and lively sports culture. But did you know that our charming campus is home to 300 acres of land complete with idyllic nature trails? Visiting campus will reveal that you can earn the Michigan degree from a picturesque landscape in the heart of metro Detroit.
You can venture off course. Your GPS can estimate the distance from your prospective university to nearby attractions, but taking the trip yourself gives you an opportunity to explore the surrounding areas and discover hidden gems along the way! When visiting UM-Dearborn, grab a bite to eat in downtown Dearborn’s up-and-coming food oasis, zip over to downtown Detroit or visit our sister campus in Ann Arbor to learn just how conveniently located the city of Dearborn, Michigan is.