Exploring College Life: Visits to UChicago and Loyola
LINK Scholars had the opportunity to step onto two Chicago-area college campuses and experience campus life firsthand through visits to the University of Chicago and Loyola University Chicago.
At the University of Chicago, senior Scholars began their visit with an information session led by an admissions advisor, who shared application tips and guidance to help students think more strategically about the college admissions process. Scholars then toured the campus, explored its academic spaces, and got a closer look at what student life at UChicago can look like.
The campus itself made a strong impression, especially its distinctive architecture.
“Walking around UChicago honestly felt like being in Harry Potter. The buildings were so different from what I expected, and it was cool being able to actually picture what it might feel like to be a student there.” -Senior Scholar
Scholars across multiple grade levels also visited Loyola University Chicago, where they participated in an information session before touring the campus. For many Scholars, the Loyola visit was a reminder that exploring college opportunities does not always require traveling far from home. Having the chance to experience a university located right in Chicago allowed Scholars to see a local option in a new way and begin considering what attending college in their own city could look like.
“I’ve always known Loyola was in Chicago, but actually visiting made it feel completely different. Being on campus helped me realize there are great college options right here in my own city that I can actually see myself considering.” -LINK Scholar
College visits give Scholars an opportunity to go beyond websites, brochures, and admissions materials. By walking through campuses, asking questions, hearing directly from college representatives, and experiencing different environments, Scholars can begin identifying what matters most to them when considering their future college options. Each visit gives our Scholars another opportunity to explore what is possible and make more informed decisions as they continue their college journeys.
