Types of CollegesCheck out this link to explore the different kinds of colleges.
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Some Important Things to Consider
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Do you picture yourself at a Big Ten university that offers everything from televised sporting events to countless degree programs? Are you itching to break free of the high school fishbowl and enjoy the anonymity that comes with being one of thousands of students? Then a big college might be a good fit for you.
OR Do you enjoy personal attention from teachers and advisers? Then a small college may be just what you need. Some students find that a smaller setting is a better fit. Although there may be fewer facilities, there are also fewer students to compete with. |
How far away from home do you want to be? Would you like a rural or urban setting? Do you want to be in a different climate? Location can have a big impact on your college experience and success.
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If you know your desired field of study, this is a no-brainer. Choose a school that offers the program in which you choose to major. It's a bit tougher if you are "Undecided". You still have some idea if you want to be in the Arts or maybe work with Technology, etc. Be sure the college you choose will have majors in the general area you think you might enjoy.
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Are you looking forward to living with new people? Do you function well with others around all the time? Or are you more of a loner? If you attend school away from home, explore the housing options so you are sure your living situation won't be a distraction, or worse yet, a nightmare!
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Let's face it. It doesn't matter where a college is located, its size, what programs they offer or how people are housed on and off campus, if you cannot afford to attend in the long run.
When evaluating college costs, be sure to factor in any financial aid the school may be offering. While private universities usually have higher sticker prices, they sometimes are just as affordable as a public school after they offer you financial aid. This is because private schools tend to have large amounts of money to offer, more so than most public institutions. |