College is a very important topic many of us have discussed
since we were freshmen. It is part of the path you are on and it takes you farther down that path. Centering in on what you want to study and where you
want to study can help to make this time more navigable and less confusing. This time can be very
overwhelming and that is okay and is to be expected. Just take a deep breath
and consider these points as you begin your college search.
-Discuss with your
parents/guardians and counselors the idea of college.
-Look at, or possibly choose a major you would
be interested in. This is not a requirement and some people suggest that
undecided is the best way to go.
-Make a wish list of things you want in a college such as majors, locations, and extracurricular
activities.
-Read the mail that
colleges send to you, both electronically and "snail mail" letters. If you are not getting any
college mail sign up through college websites to receive letters.
-Go to college fairs or
even plan a campus visit to see what various colleges have to offer.
-College
websites are also helpful and can be very informational.
-Take the SAT and ACT in
order to see if you match what certain colleges desire. If your scores don’t match
that college’s average, don’t feel that all is lost. Most of the time this isn’t all that they
will look at.
-Create a list of colleges
that meet your needs but make sure you don’t limit yourself.
-There are many websites
that can help you check college statistics like acceptance rates and test
scores.
-Do not panic or become
too stressed during your search.
-Start early and do not procrastinate.
There are many resources available to you, whether they be online or through counselors, so take advantage of them! It's always good to talk to someone who has gone through the search before and has gone through the acceptance process. They may have some good advice as well. Ultimately, do not stress too much, keep an open mind, and explore what's out there!
By: Joseph Pham
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