<p>Well, to be fair, sometimes the freshman dorms are spanking new and fabulous and sophomore housing is the pits. Depends on the school. </p>
<p>As for what to see on the tour, it depends on what the school has the is worth showing off. If the science center is antiquated, tour guides would be wise not to show it (and prospective science majors would do well to ask about the science facilities). Of course, if all the tour guide talks about are the fabulous sports facilities and the winning football team, that tells you something right there; how you and your kid feel about it will obviously vary.</p>