Check Out Colleges Without Leaving Home

Visiting campuses is one of the best ways to figure out if a school feels right for you—but travel isn’t always easy or affordable. That’s where virtual visits come in. From your laptop, you can take tours, sit in on info sessions, and explore what daily life looks like at schools across the country.

Tools like CampusReel make this even better by offering videos created by real students. Instead of polished brochures, you’ll see authentic clips of dorm rooms, dining halls, classrooms, and even what weekends on campus look like. It’s a great way to get an inside view and decide whether a school could be a good fit for your personality and goals.

While nothing beats walking around campus in person, virtual visits let you compare schools quickly, revisit favorites, and build a strong list before you apply. They’re a smart first step to narrowing down your options—and can help you imagine where you’ll feel most at home.