The Counselor's
Office
College Information
1) Know Yourself and Your Reasons for Attending College
> recognize your strengths and weaknesses
> look carefully at what kinds of things your interested in doing and
what you value in life
> decide on a personal life goal
> know that a college education can increase your earning power in
the world of work
> take the necessary steps to prepare for a career
> plan to be a lifelong learner - most careers require periodic updates
and training
> most people will change jobs 4 to 5 times in their work career
> participate in extracurricular activities and have a happy
well rounded social life
> talk to family and friends about your plans, hopes, and dreams
2) Consider College Characteristics
> look carefully at what majors and educational programs are offered
> look at the type of school and what degrees are offered
> check admissions requirements
> consider location and size
> how much does it cost to go to the college of your choice?
> what types and amounts of financial aid are offered?
> look at what organizations the college is affliated with and check for
accreditation
> what campus activities are offered?
> are support services offered?
3) List, Compare, and Visit Colleges starting no later than your Junior year
> use several different sources to compile information about the
colleges your interested in
-- internet, websites
-- college catalogs, bulletins, videos
-- visit your high school counselor
-- talk to your teachers
-- talk to your parents, other students, and high school graduates
who are currently attending college
-- use directories and information supplied you by such tests as
ACT and SAT
> prepare a college comparison checklist
> carefully weigh advantages and disadvantages
> contact the office of admission at the colleges in which your interested
> schedule appointments to visit the campus and take a tour
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