Crafting Your College List, Part III: Balancing Your List from Reach to Realistic
As part three of our blog series, Crafting Your College List, now it’s time to narrow down the list of schools you will apply to, and ensure that your list is balanced in a way that is right for you. The ultimate goal is not only to be accepted, but to succeed and thrive at the college you choose to attend!
How Make the Most of a College Fair
Are you attending a college fair soon and feeling overwhelmed? Read our tips for how to prepare for your college fair, including which schools to visit, what questions to ask, and how to follow up after.
Crafting Your College List, Part II: College Visits
In part two of our step-by-step guide to Crafting Your College List, we will help you narrow down a list of schools for you to research further, and then visit, either in-person or virtually. You will start to see your preferences emerge more clearly with each visit, and your college list will come into focus!
Crafting Your College List, Part I: Best-Fit College Features
When crafting your college list, consider your personality and preferences and how they relate to the features of each college you are considering. Use these "best-fit" features to help you determine at which colleges you will be most able to grow academically, socially, and personally.
The College Transfer Checklist: What to Know about Transfer Admissions
Read our college transfer checklist if you are considering a change and learn more about how transfer admissions is different than first year admissions, transfer requirements, and the timetable for applying. Our helpful tips will put you on a successful path to your next steps!