Don’t rush the college application process. Why? Because you'll never be able to put colleges that changes lives on your list if you don’t take the time to thoroughly do some investigation. What does “colleges that change lives” really mean? Well, it means that you apply to colleges that you know you’ll be happy at.
How do you know this? Great question – because that’s what we’re going to talk about in this blog.
Talk to your parents. Mom and dad know you best. Once you come up with a list of potential colleges, run it by them. Sit down with them to go over the school’s website and brochures. Take their thoughts into consideration. It can be easy to get overwhelmed with this process, so it’s good to get an outside perspective.
Do your research. Not only does this include researching the website, but also talking with your friends, school counselors, and teachers. Do they have any additional information to share with you about the colleges on your list? Maybe your best friend’s brother goes to one of the colleges on your list, or your math teacher graduated from one of the colleges on your list. You never know until you ask. The more information you gather, the better.
Go see for yourself. Campus visits are the best way for you to tell if this college is truly the best fit for you. You will get to see the campus, students, dorms, and classroom buildings in person. Just like when a bride knows when she’s found the perfect wedding dress, you’ll know when you’ve found the perfect school for you based on how you feel during these campus visits.
Good Luck! If you follow these steps and share them with all your friends, I’m certain you’ll all be applying to colleges that change lives.
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