<p>Yankeedoodles, schools that use visits as an indicator of interest expect to see visits from students living relatively near the school. (Students living thousands of miles away should make an effort to meet with local alumni, make a point of introducing themselves & asking good questions when attending college fairs, and/or meet with adcoms visiting high schools.) Visits tend to be more helpful at LAC’s, but any school that has visitors make a reservation for tours & info sessions or fill out a card once there is tracking points of contact. This can be a factor in borderline admits and where colleges are under pressure to maximize yield.</p>
<p>In cases of schools where admission is not need-blind and a student’s EFC is low, colleges rarely expect a visit unless the student lives in the immediate area.</p>