Choosing a College

Choosing a college or university is an important and complicated decision. A great many factors contribute to the process, but the important thing is to find a place where you are both comfortable and motivated to do your best!

Things To Consider:

Program

• Does the college offer a good program in your area of interest?
• Is the faculty qualified, friendly, and supportive?

Admissions Requirements

• What specific high school subjects, grade point average, and entrance tests are required?
• When are the application deadlines?

Geographic Location

• How close is it to snow, surf, or smog? Is it located in a metropolitan or rural area?
• How far is it from home? Will travel costs present a problem?

Type and Size

• Is it a coeducational, or a men's or women's college?
• Is it a church-related institution? Does this matter to you?
• How big is the college? What is the size of the freshman class?
• How large are the classes? What is the student-to-teacher ratio?

Costs and Financial Aid

• How much does the institution cost to attend per year? (tuition, fees, campus housing, books and supplies, transportation, etc.)
• Is financial aid available? (The more expensive schools usually offer a larger amount of financial aid.)

Housing

• Does the campus guarantee residential facilities?
• Are there restrictions on off-campus housing for freshmen?
• What is dorm life like? Are residence halls coed?