Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about using TourStack.
What is TourStack?+
TourStack is a free tool that helps students and families explore four-year colleges across all 50 states. You can browse schools on an interactive map, compare admissions and cost data, and find upcoming campus tours — all in one place.
Is TourStack free?+
Yes, TourStack is completely free to use. There are no accounts, subscriptions, or hidden fees. Our goal is to make the college search process easier and more transparent for everyone.
How do I register for a campus tour?+
When you find a school with upcoming tours on TourStack, you can click through to the school's official registration portal to sign up. TourStack aggregates tour availability but registration happens directly with each institution.
Where does the data come from?+
College data (admissions rates, costs, outcomes, programs) comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, an official federal data source. Tour availability is gathered from publicly accessible institutional portals.
Which colleges are included?+
TourStack includes over 1,700 four-year colleges and universities across all 50 states and Washington, DC. This includes both public and private institutions, from small liberal arts colleges to major research universities.
How often is tour data updated?+
Tour availability is updated regularly to reflect the latest information from school portals. However, availability can change at any time, so we recommend confirming directly with the school before planning your visit.
Are you affiliated with any colleges?+
No. TourStack is an independent service operated by Egida LLC. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any college or university. We aggregate publicly available information to help students and families.
Can I save schools I'm interested in?+
Yes! Use the heart icon on the Explore page to save schools to your shortlist. Your shortlist is stored in your browser session and lets you quickly compare your favorites.
Do you cover schools outside the Northeast?+
Yes! TourStack now covers all 50 states plus Washington, DC. Browse the Explore page or state-specific pages to find colleges anywhere in the country.
How do I contact you?+
Email us at [email protected]. For feedback or questions about the service, we'd love to hear from you.
Is my information shared with colleges?+
No. TourStack does not share any user information with colleges or third parties. We don't require accounts or collect personal information. When you click through to a school's registration portal, any information you provide there is governed by that school's privacy policy.