Which College?

What Matters to You?

What’s important to you may not necessarily be what’s important to your best friend, siblings or parents. You’ve got to find the college that’s the best fit for you. The happier you are at the college you choose, the more likely you’ll be to succeed and complete your degree. Consider:

Location

· Geographically, where would you prefer to live?

· How far from home do you want to go?

· Do you want to live in a big city or smaller town?

Type

· Do you want to go to a two-year, four-year or a community college?

· Are you interested in a vocational/technical school?

Academic Programs

· Does the college offer the major you want? Is it strong in that academic area?

· If you’re undecided, are a variety of majors offered at the college?

Campus Life

· What types of social events are popular?

· Are there fraternities and sororities?

· Are the athletic events popular?

· Are the arts supported?

· Are there clubs or organizations on campus that interest you?

Cost and Financial Aid Availability

· What’s the total cost of education at the college?

· How much financial aid is offered?

Facilities

· Are the student facilities, such as the library, athletic center and health center, adequate?

· Living Accommodations

· Do most students live on or off campus?

· Is housing available?

· What are the residence halls like?

· Are there different housing options?

Campus Safety

· How reliable is campus security?

· Is it possible to view a campus security report?