How to Choose a College is an extremely personal and most often stressful decision that teens and their families have to make. This article will help you how to decide which college is right for you.
It is best to start this process as early as possible so that you may have a lot of time to think about and weigh things out so you could decide on which college you are going in and so to avoid regrets afterwards.
First step is to determine what you might like to study or major in at college. Oftentimes students go to college as “undecided” but if you already have something in mind for a career or major then it would be a lot easier for you to choose a college.
Next is to create a list of criteria you want to use to evaluate and opt out many colleges. You might want to think about if you want to live close to home, or you want to try to be independent and live alone. You may also put in mind if you want a large university or a small college?
Another thing to consider is the cost of the different colleges or universities. After then you may compile a list of the possible colleges and universities.
Here’s the Top Ten Rules for Selecting a College or University
1. Do not make a final college selection without visiting at least top two or three of your choices.
2. Rule number one is never an exception.
3. It doesn’t mean that the college or university is right for you since the name is familiar to you.
4. Investigate at least three of the colleges on your options if it offers the field of study you are interested in.
5. Never choose a college because your friends are going there or if your boyfriend or girlfriend is.
6. Investigate intensely, make sure about the facts regarding the school and avoid from baseless opinions.
7. Do not opt out a college because of its cost. Most colleges offer scholarships, financial aid, and installment plans on tuitions that makes them very much affordable than they may appear.
8. Never miss a deadline for college applications, entrance exams, registration, scholarships and etc. Write it down on your notes and stick on it.
9. Do not be afraid to apply to a few schools which you think is less likely to accept you.
10. Discuss the options with your family, counselor during the time when you need to finally decide.