Hello! I'm a junior and I have a long list of colleges that I'm interested in. I know I need to narrow it down, but I'm struggling to figure out how. What criteria should I use to decide which colleges to apply to? Thanks for your help!
Hi there! It's great that you're being proactive about your college search. When my child was in your position, we considered several factors to narrow down the list. Here are some suggestions: 1) Location: Think about whether you'd prefer a college close to home, in a specific region, or far away. 2) Size: Consider if you'd like a small, medium, or large campus. 3) Academic programs: Research the programs and majors offered at each school, and consider if they align with your interests and goals. 4) Campus culture: Look into student life, clubs, and activities to see if they match your personality and preferences. 5) Financial aid and scholarships: Investigate the financial aid options and scholarship opportunities at each college. 6) Selectivity: Be realistic about your chances of getting into each school based on your GPA, test scores, and other factors. It's wise to have a mix of reach, target, and safety schools. I hope these factors help you as you work on narrowing down your college list. Good luck!
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