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College Campus Tours

A holistic college tour program focused on college readiness, leadership, and life skills.

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Why College
Campus Tours

College Campus Tours offers structured, purpose-driven campus experiences that help students explore colleges beyond brochures and rankings. Our program is designed to support better decision-making through guided exposure to campus life, academic expectations, and real-world student success habits.

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FOUNDER & LEAD COLLEGE TOUR COACH

Coach Shaun Lain

Helping Students Make Confident, Informed College Decisions

Coach Shaun Lain is the Owner and President of College Campus Tours, LLC—an educational consulting organization dedicated to helping students navigate the college selection process with clarity and confidence.

An experienced educator, mentor, and speaker, Coach Lain has spent years guiding adolescents through critical academic and life decisions. His background includes earning a Physics degree from Morehouse College and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Loyola University New Orleans.

Through structured college tours, mentorship, and strategic preparation, Coach Lain has helped students better understand campus culture, academic expectations, and real-world college readiness—empowering them to make informed choices about their future.

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

Upcoming Tours &
Info Sessions

You Apply

Students start by exploring programs, clarifying interests, and matching academic goals to the right college options.

We Connect

We connect students with campuses, mentors, and real-world experiences – guiding every step toward confident decisions.

To The Journey Ahead

Gain Valuable Knowledge & Experience

University Life

Students gain real exposure to campus environments, academic culture, and student life—helping them feel confident and prepared before making critical college decisions.

College & Career Readiness

Through guided discussions and structured activities, students build essential skills such as goal setting, communication, leadership, and decision-making for life beyond high school.

Guided Campus Tours

Our tours go beyond walking paths. Students experience colleges with purpose—understanding academics, admissions expectations, campus resources, and career pathways.

Meet Our Success Coaches

Every tour is guided by dedicated success coaches who support students through reflection, discovery, and informed college choices.

OUR IMPACT

What Students Take Home From Every Tour

Our tours are built to help students see beyond brochures—understand campus culture, academic expectations, and what it takes to thrive.

College Readiness & Planning
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Leadership & Confidence
100%
Guided Campus Exposure
100%
Mentorship & Life Skills
100%

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Don’t just take our word for it

TOUR OPTIONS & DESTINATIONS

Purposeful College Tours, Built Around Personal Development

We offer academic and cultural college tour experiences for high school students and student groups. Choose from public group tours (parents are welcome to join) or private, customized tours for schools and organizations.

Public tours are typically designed for 24 students (double occupancy). Private tours can be tailored for larger groups and customized by region, theme, and program goals.

Trusted by students, families, and educational partners for purposeful college exploration.

Tour Types Include:

Regions and Colleges visited

Southeast Region

MidSouth Region

Texas Region

Mid Atlantic Region

Northeast Region

MidWest Region

Ohio Region

Western Region

Florida Region

How Our Tours Work

Public Tours

(Tours Offered on The Website for Individuals)

Our public college tours are designed exclusively for current high school students and are typically based on 24 participants (double occupancy). Parents are encouraged and welcome to join alongside their child, sharing in a guided, educational college exploration experience.

These tours follow scheduled dates and regions and are ideal for families seeking a structured, supportive introduction to college life.

Private Tours

(Customized for Schools & Organizations)

Private college tours are fully customized to meet the needs of schools, districts, and organizations. Every detail—from school selection and travel dates to accommodations, occupancy, and group size—can be tailored to your program goals.

Each private tour is intentionally designed to equip students with the tools, insight, and confidence needed to navigate the college selection process successfully.

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Virtual Meeting/Info Session

When
1st Thursday of every month
7:00 PM – 7:45 PM (Eastern Time)

Where
Via Zoom

What to Expect
A focused session covering upcoming tours, tour highlights, logistics, student preparation, college readiness tips, expectations during campus visits, and an interactive Q&A for students, parents, and educators.

Frequently Asked Questions

College Campus Tours (CCT) is a nationally recognized educational travel and personal development company.
For over 26 years, CCT has helped students explore colleges and universities across the nation.
Each tour is more than just sightseeing—it’s a Blueprint for Success, combining college exposure with personal growth, leadership, and life skills.

CCT organizes structured, educationally enriching tours to HBCUs, PWIs, HSIs, Ivy League, STEM Institutions, and Graduate Schools.
Every experience is designed to:
• Expose students to diverse academic and cultural environments.
• Build emotional intelligence (EQ), cultural intelligence (CQ), and decision-making skills.
• Help families prepare for college readiness and scholarship opportunities.

No. College Campus Tours is a personal development course that includes travel, workshops, and reflection.
Students are expected to:
• Complete homework assignments and journal reflections.
• Be attentive and engaged during the trip.
• Finish all curriculum components on time to receive their completion certificate.

Parents are vital partners in this journey. We ask that you:
• Attend at least one parent-student workshop to ask questions and understand the program’s goals.
• Participate in our monthly Impact Thursday sessions for important updates and motivation.
• Review and respond promptly to all CCT communications.
• Ensure your child has packed appropriately and submitted the correct T-shirt size.
• Verify flight, hotel, and pre-/post-tour arrangements if you or your child travel separately.
• Submit your deposit to secure your tour spot.

Students are expected to:
• Display awesome behavior and represent themselves, their school, and their family with pride.
• Be respectful, responsible, and on time for all activities.
• Stay with the group—no unscheduled personal outings (e.g., Starbucks or mall runs).
• Follow all rules and instructions from CCT staff and tour guides.
• Understand that any major behavioral issues or disrespect will result in dismissal from the tour at the parent’s expense.

• The assigned tour guide’s contact information will be provided 10 days before departure.
• Important updates, reminders, and schedule changes will come via email and text message.
o Please check your email regularly (including spam/junk folders).
• If your child is flying in, contact us early to coordinate airport pickup.

• Parents are responsible for any travel or hotel expenses before the official tour begins or after it ends.
• College Campus Tours is not responsible for expenses outside the official tour schedule.
• Any damages to hotel rooms, buses, or vehicles caused by students will be charged to that student and parent.

• Appropriate clothing for college visits, walking tours, and evening events.
❌ NO revealing clothing
❌ NO exposed butt clothing
❌ NO sagging pants
o See the Code of Conduct for full dress expectations.
• Comfortable shoes, toiletries, and weather-appropriate gear.
• All medications must be clearly labeled and communicated to the tour staff if necessary.
• CCT T-shirt (to be worn on designated days).

There are NO refunds. Please take out travel insurance for any incidents that may occur.
If an emergency occurs, contact the CCT office (404-755-3535) or your assigned tour guide immediately.
If a student must leave early or misses a portion of the tour, no refunds can be issued once the deposit is paid.

We strongly encourage everyone to:

  • Join the monthly Impact Thursday sessions (virtual or in person).
  • Follow College Campus Tours on social media for updates and highlights.
  • Check your inbox weekly for messages from:

o support@collegecampustours.net
o staff@collegecampustours.net
o shaun@collegecampustours.net

If we haven’t answered your question, please call or text us directly at 404-755-3535 or email staff@collegecampustours.net.
We’re here to make your tour a life-changing experience!

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State Colleges Visited
Alabama
Georgia
Florida
Louisiana
Mississippi
South Carolina
Tennessee
State Colleges Visited
Texas
  • Baylor University
  • Huston-Tillotson College
  • Lamar University
  • Paul Quinn College
  • Rice University
  • Sam Houston State University
  • Stephen F. Austin State University
  • Texas A&M University System — College Station
  • Prairie View A&M University
  • Texas Christian University
  • Texas Southern University
  • Texas Tech University
  • University of Houston System
  • University of North Texas
  • University of Texas System — Austin
State Colleges Visited
Connecticut
  • Central Connecticut State University
  • Eastern Connecticut State University
  • Fairfield University
  • Quinnipiac University
  • Sacred Heart University
  • Southern Connecticut State University
  • University of Connecticut
  • University of Hartford
  • University of New Haven
  • Wesleyan University
  • Western Connecticut State University
  • Yale University
Massachusetts
  • Boston College
  • Boston University
  • Brandeis University
  • Clark University
  • Emerson College
  • Harvard University
  • Northeastern University
  • Smith College
  • Tufts University
  • University of Massachusetts
  • Wellesley College
New Hampshire
  • Dartmouth College
  • Southern New Hampshire University
  • University of New Hampshire
Rhode Island
  • Brown University
  • Providence College
  • Rhode Island College
  • University of Rhode Island
Vermont
  • Middlebury College
  • University of Vermont
Maine
  • Bates College
  • Bowdoin College
  • Colby College
  • University of Maine
State Colleges Visited
Illinois
  • Bradley University
  • Chicago State University
  • DePaul University
Indiana
  • Ball State University
  • Butler University
  • Earlham College
Iowa
  • Drake University
  • Grinnell College
  • Iowa State University
Kansas
  • Benedictine College
  • Bethany College
  • Bethel College
Missouri
  • Harris-Stowe State University
  • Lincoln University
Nebraska
  • Creighton University
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Oklahoma
  • Langston University
  • Northwestern Oklahoma State University
  • Oklahoma State University
State Colleges Visited
Ohio
  • Antioch College
  • Bowling Green State University
  • Case Western Reserve University
  • Cleveland State University
  • Central State University
  • Miami University of Ohio
  • Ohio State University System
Michigan
  • Central Michigan University
  • Eastern Michigan University
  • Ferris State University
  • Michigan State University
  • Northern Michigan University
  • Wayne State University
Minnesota
  • Carleton College
  • Saint John’s University
  • University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Wisconsin
  • Marquette University
  • University of Wisconsin System
State Colleges Visited
California
  • California State University Bakersfield
  • California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
  • California State University Fresno
Arizona
  • Arizona State University
  • Northern Arizona University
  • University of Arizona
Colorado
  • Colorado State University
  • United States Air Force Academy
Oregon
  • Lewis & Clark College
  • Oregon State University
Nevada
  • University of Nevada Las Vegas
Wyoming
  • University of Wyoming
State Colleges Visited
Florida
  • Bethune-Cookman University
  • Edward Waters College
  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
  • Florida Memorial University
  • Saint Thomas University
  • Southeastern University
  • Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
  • Florida Atlantic University
  • Florida Gulf Coast University
  • Florida International University
  • Florida State University
  • University of Central Florida
  • University of Florida
  • University of North Florida
  • University of South Florida
  • University of West Florida

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