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Congratulations! You’ve been accepted to the class of 2020 at Tufts. Now what? Because you’re an all around amazing person, Tufts is probably one of several schools that you now have to choose between. I’m not going to come right out and say that Tufts is going to be the perfect school for you, but I can tell you how you can make the most informed decision possible. Here’s a handy checklist:

1. Remember those notes you or your parents took during your Tufts visit? Find those and read them. Try to think back to your visit. What did you like? What didn’t you like? Why? Were there any unanswered questions that you wrote down? If so, ask them! Feel free to reach out to an admissions officer. They will most likely be able to answer your question; they can also put you in contact with a current Tufts student who can answer any other questions you might have. 

2. Join the Tufts Class of 2020 Facebook page. Even if you’re not sure if Tufts is the school for you, this page is a great place to talk to your potential future classmates and friends. Have a random question? This is a great place to post it. It’s very likely that someone knows the answer.

3. If you can, sign up for one of our accepted students’ days (Jumbo days). Right now you probably have a pretty good idea about the academic life at Tufts. Jumbo Days offer you an insight into the people at Tufts. You’ll be able to attend classes, eat in the dining halls, and attend special events made just for admitted students. My college counselor always told me that I shouldn’t say yes to a college without spending the night there. So if you can attend Jumbo Days, they’re very worthwhile. More information here.

4. Has anyone from your high school gone to the schools you’re trying to decide between? If so, see if you can get into contact with them.

5. Visit campus! If you haven’t visited Tufts before (or even if you have), you should schedule a campus tour and information session if you can. Information sessions will give you insight into the academic life at Tufts and tours will help give you a feel of campus. They’re also a great chance to try out the dining halls, which I always highly recommend!

6. Flip a coin. This might sound like a weird piece of advice, but it is some of the best advice I’ve ever received. If, after you’ve considered everything you need to, you’re stuck between two schools, I suggest you flip a coin. When you do, you will most likely have a preferred outcome, and that’s the school you should pick.

The choice is in your hands now. I hope that you find the place that’s perfect for you. If you have any questions at all, feel free to send me an email at aaron.watts@tufts.edu. I love hearing from prospective students, and I would be happy to help you in your decision process.