The Right College Encourages a Good Life
There is no perfect college.
Find the one that is best for you!
In your search to find a college that fits you the best, there are some fundamental questions to consider.
- What majors are offered?
- How far from home?
- How large is the college?
- Are there good extracurricular options?
- Where is the school located?
- What is the student body like?
- Is the campus atmosphere comfortable to you?
- What are the housing options?
In your search to find a college, you will need to decide what aspects are open for compromise and which criteria absolutely must exist.
In all these factors you need to keep an open mind. In the initial stages of the search you may have certain ideas, but these could change as you investigate the possibilities. Don’t be afraid to let go of some of your initial assumptions. For instance, you may think a particular college is too expensive, but find they offer significant student aid or scholarships that you qualify for.
You don’t have to do this process alone or in a vacuum. There are several sources and actions that can guide your search.
- Consult with teachers and school counselors
- Talk with your parents and friends
- Check out the college websites and social media sites
- Attend college fairs offered by your school
Nothing beats personal visits. When you do visit a college, talk with students, professors and friends who may also have visited the college.
Remember this, you may end up spending four or more years at the college you select. You will make friends for life there. Your career training is started at the college. Perhaps you meet your spouse.
The choice of a college could turn out to be one of the most important decisions you ever make in life.
Choose carefully.
Chose wisely.