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With nearly 6,000 community colleges, colleges, and universities across the U.S., it can be a bit overwhelming to determine how to find the right one for you. You’re likely wondering “How can I search for the right place for me?” in this massive pool of options.
If you’re not sure where to start on your search, these pages can help. By taking advantage of the resources here you can get on track to determine what you’re looking for in a school, which schools fit those needs and wants, and how the college can help you for your goals after graduation.
Tips for Starting Your College Search
Tips for Starting Your College Search
There are no right or wrong answers to your search process. You could find that what interests you in college is wildly different from what you imagined once you start your search. Everyone has their strengths, weaknesses, skill sets, aspirations, and ambitions. Taking those into account will make your search easier.
Here are some other tips to help you find succes:
Remember that no one college will match every single one of your wants and needs
Talk to your family about your plans
Meet with your counselor to discuss your college plans; they may have suggestions
Start as early as possible
Talk to other college students to get their perspectives on the college experience as a whole and their choice of school
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