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Did I pick the right college?

How do you know what college is truly right for you? Is it true what people say- that sometimes the college you pick really does have an impact on your future? I have picked the school that I have always wanted to go to, but how can I tell if it’s in my best interest, or will I never know? Maybe it doesn’t actually matter, and people are wrong about it, who knows.... #pickingacollege #doesitmatter #whoknows #ismyfutureontheline

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Kathleen’s Answer

Hi Ahnna, Rachel provided some great information that will help you identify what type of school you want to attend (size of student population, geography, program offerings, campus life, school setting, etc.) and think about what you want to study as some schools may not offer the right programs. Think about where you want to go to school, close to home or in another part of the country. Are you comfortable is a smaller school environment where there is a closer knit student body or a bigger school, which offerings many different programs, social groups and activities. You also want to pick a school, which is affordable for you and your family, to avoid any significant financial stress that you would then need to dig out from under after you graduate. Also, know that most employers are not focused on where you went, but that you completed your education. And, if possible, visit your top 3 schools to gain insight into the school structure and campus. Good luck!
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<span style="background-color: transparent;">Collegeboard.org is a great resource for this! I poured through the pages of universities all over the U.S. when I was a senior in high school. Collegeboard was my go-to site! They put all of the information in one place and it is very easy to use. They even have various filters you can apply to see only colleges that have programs you are interested. To determine academic rigor, look at the admissions requirements, G.P.A. of past admitted applicants, SAT/ACT scores, class rank etc. This will give you an idea of what scores and grades you need to be accepted. However, don't be discouraged your application will be reviewed based on the full picture! College-board will help you get an idea of what is most important to the specific school you are applying to.</span>


This professional recommends the following next steps:

  • <span style="background-color: transparent;">Chat with your Guidance Counselor</span>
  • <span style="background-color: transparent;">Create a Collegeboard.org account</span>
  • <span style="background-color: transparent;">Start using CollegeBoard as a resource to look up schools.</span>
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