Tips For Finding The Right College

Develop your shortlist -  A lot of thought should go into developing a short list of schools you would like to attend. 

Rank your priorities -  Take time to make your own rankings, weighing the pros and cons of a particular school. 

Don't procrastinate -  Plan plenty of time for college visits, taking standardized tests, write essays, and ask for letters of recommendation. 

Revisit schools -  Once applications are in, it's time to think hard about where you want to attend, which may prompt another visit. 

Compare financial aid awards -  If you're looking to graduate from college with little or no debt, carefully compare financial aid packages. 

Delve into departments -  Research the departments you'd be studying in. Visit college websites and reach out to faculty for more information. 

Investigate job connections -  One reason you go to college is to set yourself up for a job, so consider each school's career center. 

Communicate with family -  Give your parents reasons as to why you want to attend a particular college, like an interest in a specific academic program or study abroad opportunity. 

Move on from rejection -  Finding out you weren't accepted to a top-choice college can be tough, Roth acknowledges, but try not to dwell on the rejection. 

Learn more about colleges -  Get more advice about how to choose a college, and check out the complete rankings of the Best Colleges to find the school that's best for you. 

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