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Livia
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Okmulgee, Oklahoma
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What is your best advice for deciding which college best fits you?
There’s good schools but how am I sure if they’re best for me specifically?
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Paul Goetzinger MPA
Academic and Career Consultant and Freelance Writer
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Seattle, Washington
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Paul’s Answer
I had two criteria when it came to this decision, and these were which college had the best resources to support my education, and which one helped me maintain access to my support network.
I always went for the colleges that had the best study facilities, tutoring, library, and academic support programs. I definitely needed these to help me achieve my academic goals.
I also liked keeping close to home, so I chose a college that was within the vicinity of my family and community. These were the individuals who motivated me and kept me going duing times of difficulty and adversity.
So these were the most important elements for me.
I always went for the colleges that had the best study facilities, tutoring, library, and academic support programs. I definitely needed these to help me achieve my academic goals.
I also liked keeping close to home, so I chose a college that was within the vicinity of my family and community. These were the individuals who motivated me and kept me going duing times of difficulty and adversity.
So these were the most important elements for me.
Molly Hollingsworth
HR Clerk
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Coppell, Texas
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Molly’s Answer
Hello Livia!
This is a great question. Simply put, I would recommend to look at both location and studies. First, decide if you'd like to attend college slightly away from your home and family/ friends. Then, from movie forward, look into what studies you want to focus in. If you are unsure as to what you want to major in, look at multiple studies within what interest you. For me, I knew I wanted to focus my studies in business and live close by, but not too close from family. Therefore, I set my eyes on the University of Arkansas as it was only a 4 and a half hour drive from family, as well as it has one of the best business programs in the country.
I hope this helped, and good luck in your endeavors!
Thank You
Molly H.
This is a great question. Simply put, I would recommend to look at both location and studies. First, decide if you'd like to attend college slightly away from your home and family/ friends. Then, from movie forward, look into what studies you want to focus in. If you are unsure as to what you want to major in, look at multiple studies within what interest you. For me, I knew I wanted to focus my studies in business and live close by, but not too close from family. Therefore, I set my eyes on the University of Arkansas as it was only a 4 and a half hour drive from family, as well as it has one of the best business programs in the country.
I hope this helped, and good luck in your endeavors!
Thank You
Molly H.
Thank you so much!
Livia
Danielle Davis
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Mason, Ohio
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Danielle’s Answer
Hello Livia,
I remember the time when I was in your shoes, choosing between different colleges. I found it helpful to jot down what mattered most to me for my personal growth and happiness during my college years. This might include things like the quality of the academic program you're interested in, the variety of extra-curricular activities available, or even the location of the college.
It's also a great idea to visit the college in person if you can. This gives you a chance to meet and chat with students who are already there. Don't hesitate to get in touch with the admissions department of the college. They can often arrange for you to spend some time with a student who is studying the same major you're interested in, or even let you sit in on a class.
When you visit, make sure you have a list of questions ready. These can cover a wide range of topics, from what campus life is like to specifics about the classes you're interested in. The more information you gather, the better.
Remember, it's all about doing your homework and trusting your instincts. You're the best judge of what's right for you. So take your time, explore your options, and you'll find the college that's the perfect fit for you.
I remember the time when I was in your shoes, choosing between different colleges. I found it helpful to jot down what mattered most to me for my personal growth and happiness during my college years. This might include things like the quality of the academic program you're interested in, the variety of extra-curricular activities available, or even the location of the college.
It's also a great idea to visit the college in person if you can. This gives you a chance to meet and chat with students who are already there. Don't hesitate to get in touch with the admissions department of the college. They can often arrange for you to spend some time with a student who is studying the same major you're interested in, or even let you sit in on a class.
When you visit, make sure you have a list of questions ready. These can cover a wide range of topics, from what campus life is like to specifics about the classes you're interested in. The more information you gather, the better.
Remember, it's all about doing your homework and trusting your instincts. You're the best judge of what's right for you. So take your time, explore your options, and you'll find the college that's the perfect fit for you.
I appreciate you taking the time to answer this.
Livia
A. Michelle Hawkins
Make contributions and identify volunteer opportunities for employees
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New York, New York
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A. Michelle’s Answer
Make a list of what you want or need from a college, such as strength in a given major, merit-based financial aid and location. Next, put the list in priority order: must have, nice to have and optional. See where each college you are considering ranks based on the list. If feasible, I encourage you to visit the college and speak to current students as both will give you a better feel of the institution than you can get from reading about it.
Tiarra Hill
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Tiarra’s Answer
Deciding on a college is based on your field of study and your circumstances. Many people choose a college based on the institution's program and reputation. Though this may not be a viable method if you desire to stay close to home to take advantage of state and local scholarships and grants. So you may search around for schools with programs or the best programs in what you want to study, but the local route may save you money and allow you to obtain your education.