Student Tour: Colleges of the Mid-Atlantic
Schedule
Mon Jul 22 2024 at 08:00 am to Sat Jul 27 2024 at 11:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
University of Delaware | Newark, DE
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BOOK NOW – EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!!!Book this tour by April 1, 2024, and get $100.00 OFF our regular rate bringing your total to $1885.00 for an unforgettable five-day tour of college visits and fun in the Mid Atlantic region.
**Based on double occupancy**
Did you know that visiting a college is termed “demonstrated interest” by schools and is one of the admissions criteria used to determine an applicant’s acceptance? In fact, “demonstrated interest” is one piece of the admissions puzzle that can give a student up to a 40% chance of being admitted over other applicants.
Join us as we head tour the Mid-Atlantic region to visit some of the top schools in the area,
The Mid-Atlantic region is home to some of the top universities in the world. Boasting high statistics in student persistence and success, In addition to the performance stats, the location is excellent with adventure around every corner to round out your college experience. Hike at Shenandoah National Park, relax in the sand on the Delaware Beaches, visit Civil War Sites or walk the Appalachian Trail. The possibilities are endless when you are surrounded by such incredible sites.
Day 1: We depart in the morning for our first stop at the University of Delaware followed by the University of Maryland. We’ll stop for lunch in between and continue to Washington DC. We will have dinner in Washington DC followed by a Night Tour of the National Mall. You have likely visited the Mall on other occasions, but this gives you the opportunity to experience it like never before. In the dark, monuments will be beautifully lit. This will allow for some really cool picture opportunities for you to share.
Day 2: After breakfast, we’ll depart for a visit to George Mason University and George Washington University. We’ll have lunch on the road and set a course for trendy Charlottesville, VA. Before settling in for the night we’ll enjoy an outing together with dinner & bowling.
Day 3: Our first stop will be the University of Virginia followed by James Madison University. We will have lunch on campus before heading to Luray Caverns. Luray Caverns is the largest cavern in the Eastern United States. You will walk along walkways through cathedral-sized rooms with high ceilings and beautiful stone formations. You will also visit The Garden Maze which consists of 1500 Evergreen hedges that create a half-mile pathway that diverges several points. You will navigate twists & turns of the maze on the mission to discover the secret. We will stop for dinner on the way to Pittsburgh, PA
Day 4: While in Pittsburgh, PA we will visit the campuses of the University of Pittsburgh & Duquesne University. We will also check out the Duquesne Incline for some stunning panoramic views of downtown Pittsburgh. Based on availability we may also get the chance to get a quick tour of this historic attraction. We may also take a walk in downtown getting some good pictures in. At some point, we will enjoy some Primanti Sandwiches - how could you not when in Pittsburgh?
Day 5: After breakfast, we’ll spend the morning visiting Gettysburg College. No visit to Gettysburg is complete with a tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield. Along with a licensed history guide will explore the battlefield as well as the visitors center with the film and cyclorama. We will have lunch on site leaving. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the drive back home.
In addition to this incredible experience, A-1 Tours offers an EXCLUSIVE partnership with University Seekers. University Seekers is a college preparatory service led by a local college admissions expert. With their guidance, they market your personal profile to your dream schools. They stay in touch with the admissions departments to ensure your application is highlighted, giving you a leg up on the competition.
The college admissions process is a tricky one to navigate. Give yourself the best opportunity to succeed by joining us on this five-day mid-Atlantic tour.
Additional Notes:
For College Campus Tours A1 typically uses the following pick-up and drop-off points depending on tour:
· Flemington Park & Ride - 81 NJ-12 Flemington, NJ 08822
· Princeton Junction Train Station Vaughn Drive Princeton, NJ 08540
· Yardley Park & Ride 1140 Woodside Road, Yardley, PA 19067
Please note that tour pick-ups and drop-offs can be customized.
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Where is it happening?
University of Delaware, 210 S College Ave, Newark, DE 19716-5200, United States,Newark, DelawareEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
