Hey there! I'm a junior looking to start my college search, but I'm not sure where to begin. Can anyone recommend some helpful resources for researching colleges? I'd appreciate any advice on finding the right school for me. Thanks!
Hello! It's great that you're taking the initiative to start your college search early. There are numerous resources available to help you research colleges and find the right fit for you. To begin, the College Board's Big Future website (bigfuture.collegeboard.org) has a college search tool that allows you to filter and explore colleges based on your preferences, such as location, size, and majors offered. Another valuable resource is the U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings (www.usnews.com/best-colleges), which provides a comprehensive list of colleges, along with detailed information and rankings. Additionally, the Common Data Set (CDS) is an annually-updated collection of standardized information about colleges. To access a specific college's CDS, you can usually find it on the college's website or by doing a quick online search. Finally, don't forget to visit college websites, attend college fairs, and consider visiting campuses if possible. Good luck on your college search journey, and feel free to ask any further questions you may have!
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