Start with the official university-led virtual tour on their admissions website.

Go deeper with student-led video tours on YouTube for an unfiltered perspective.

Use campus maps and 360-degree photos to explore dorm rooms, libraries, and dining halls.

Attend live virtual info sessions where you can ask current students questions in real time.

Follow the college's official social media accounts, especially Instagram and TikTok.

Look for student 'day in the life' vlogs to understand the daily rhythm of the campus.

Check online forums like Reddit to see what current students are saying about campus life.

Explore the surrounding town or city using Google Earth and local news sites.

Make a checklist of things to look for, from campus diversity to recreational facilities.

Learn how to synthesize all this digital information to determine if a school is the right fit.