What schools are we visiting?
AL -  Alabama State, & Tuskegee University
MS - Mississippi Valley State, & Jackson State
TN - Fisk, Tennessee State, & Vanderbilt University

Where will the student stay?
We will be staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Montgomery, AL; Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Jackson-Flowood, MS and Residence Inn, Nashville, TN.

Is a deposit required at the time of registration and if so, is there a cancelation fee?
Yes, there is a $150.00 deposit required at the time of registration.

What is the departure date and where?
Saturday, March 23, 2025, at the Apostolic Church of God, 6320 S. Dorchester, Chicago, IL 60637

What is the return date of the tour?
Friday, March 28, 2025. However, we will know more about our return time at the parent/student orientation.


Who will attend the orientation meeting?
Parents/guardians, students, and chaperones.


How many students will share a hotel room?
Two


 Can parents attend the college tour?
No, we have an experienced team of chaperones in place. Parents are welcome to volunteer and assist the committee with preparations.

Is there a payment plan?
Yes, a payment plan schedule will be given with the application, in addition to a fundraiser.


Will Parents receive an itinerary of the trip?
Yes, itineraries will be distributed at the parent/student orientation meeting.


Are cell phones/tablets allowed?
Yes, however, these are NOT to be in use during tour presentations. Anyone disobeying this rule will forfeit their electronic device until we return to the hotel.

When is the tour?
Chicago Public School’s Spring Break, March 22-28, 2025.  However, if a student attends a non-CPS school, a letter will be given to them to give to their respective school.

What is the cost of the tour and what does it cover?
The cost is $950.00 and it covers round-trip motor coach transportation, hotel, and breakfast/lunch daily.


How much additional money do students need?
We recommend $15.00 per day for dinner x 5 days plus an additional $200.00 for spending money. We will visit university bookstores, shopping malls, and attractions in AL, MS, & TN.



What time should students arrive at the church?
The time will be announced at the parent/student orientation.


When is the parent/student orientation meeting?
The parent/student orientation meeting is on March 7, 2025, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, at the Apostolic Church of God. The room to be determined.

What are the qualifications for a student to attend the tour?

• 2.0 GPA, 9th – 12th grade student 
• letter of recommendation from a teacher, school administrator, counselor, or church member
• Additionally, all prospective students must be interviewed before registration is completed.

 Will students be able to choose their roommates?
 Yes, we will make every effort to accommodate a student’s request, but final room assignments may be adjusted based on the number of male and female students attending the tour.

What forms of payment are accepted?
We accept credit/debit cards.  
Donations may be made in:   Cash, check or credit cards made payable to the Apostolic Church of God.

What is included in the parent/student orientation meeting?
Chaperone introductions, tour overview, behavior expectations, appropriate attire, cell phone usage during presentations, and consequences.

Update regarding Uber Eats, DoorDash, or Food Delivery
At times, students may have the option to order food from a delivery service. If this will be your child’s first time using an App to order food, we suggest that you consider:

- Downloading the App in advance to your child’s cell phone
- Have a credit or debit card linked to the specific App (Uber Eats, etc.)
- Possibly ordering food ‘for practice’ before going on the tour

Chaperones will be available to assist students as needed, but the process of ordering food will go smoother with advanced preparation.