Megan recently wrote about the process she's going through as she whittles down her college list. You can, as she did, go through all the mail and sort into three categories - yes, maybe, and no. But looking at brochures will only get you so far. What other questions should you be asking yourself?
Zinch, a college/scholarship search web site, recently offered five good questions you should think about as you create your own college list.
Any time you visit a college campus, talk to a representative or even read The Fiske Guide, you should ask seriously ask yourself: "Can I see myself at this school? What academic and extracurricular opportunities would I take advantage of?"
Many times when Mrs. Goldbach and I visit colleges, we can almost immediately think of a student who would not only benefit from the college community, but would also add something to it. Now, not everyone is hit by a thunderbolt, but you should spend some time thinking about how you would fit into the college community. And of course, if you want some suggestions, your college counselor is always willing to assist you.
And just as an aside, I like Zinch's motto "I am more than a test score." That is absolutely true. You are.
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