For parents
SchoolScoops is the smart way for your kid to ace the college application process
Choosing where to go to college is a big decision for students, and for parents too. It’s a huge investment, and it can be scary to entrust your teenager to understand which school is best for their future self. Whether just starting the search, or after the acceptance letter, a SchoolScoops tour can help your child (and you) make good, informed decisions.
SchoolScoops is personalized for your child
SchoolScoops tours are not intended to replace the regular Admissions Office tour. That’s a great way to get the basics. But with SchoolScoops your child is able to choose a guide who is “like me” (however they define it), so they will learn about the school from someone they really identify with. Your guide will share their honest unscripted opinions, and discuss their own experience adjusting to college.
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Help your child get the most from their tour
Feel free to join the tour, but consider stepping back a bit and letting your child take the lead. Your guide will ask questions and tailor the tour to what's most important to your child. SchoolScoops tours give your child a chance to ask the questions they might not want to ask on a large group tour.
A SchoolScoops tour gives your child the best chance to be happy and successful at college.
Parent testimonials
"SchoolScoops gave my son a glimpse of real student life, not just the glossy pictures. He saw dorms, classrooms, even grabbed lunch with his guide. It was an authentic experience that no group tour could offer."
John
Duke University
"SchoolScoops gave my daughter the confidence to explore different schools. Each private tour felt personalized, and she could ask anything without judgment."
Emily
UCLA
"SchoolScoops made the college search less overwhelming. My daughter connected with students in her desired major, getting firsthand advice on professors, coursework, and even student clubs."
Susan
Boston College
"SchoolScoops was an excellent investment. The personalized tour gave my daughter invaluable information and a realistic view of campus life. It helped her make an informed decision about her future, and that's priceless!"
Mark
University of Michigan
"SchoolScoops offered a refreshing alternative to traditional campus tours which can feel scripted and salesy. Our son got to feel what it was really like to be student at Northeastern – from classrooms and dorms to hidden gems and popular student hangouts."
Nichole
Northeastern University
"SchoolScoops feels like having a college insider on your side! My daughter connected with a student in her major who gave her honest advice about professors, internships, and sororities."
Sarah
University of Southern California