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Where do I start?

  • College websites - get an overall feel, but the admissions page will usually lead you to the relevant information (see below).
  • IG/Facebook/Other Social
  • ZeeMee
  • College Newspapers - online, or if you're touring a campus, pick up a copy. Get a sense of what is going on.
  • If you're touring a campus, talk to students who are not tour guides - the guides will be great, but remember they work for the Office of Admissions - and may not be as candid as other students.
  • Specific programs such as Questbridge or STARS - which serve students who are the first in their family to attend a college or university - this could be students who need significant financial aid/scholarships, rural areas, and many other areas and backgrounds.  

Things to look for:

  • Majors
  • Experiential learning - internships, research opportunities, study abroad
  • Outcomes - what are their alumni doing?
  • Clubs/Organizations/Athletics

Questions to ask yourself:

  • Do I want a sports culture (ex. big football games on Saturdays or March Madness tournament runs)?
  • Can I find a club or organization that will give me a sense of home/community/support?

Get a sense of where you feel like you can be part of the community...because where you find that is likely where you will find your greatest amount of success.

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