AboutBruce Expertise Choosing a college, college admission processes, admission for homeschoolers, preparing for the college interview, searching for scholarships, Christian colleges & universities, colleges in general.
Experience 22 years in higher education, including eight in admission and financial aid, 15 years interviewing students for admission and places in honors programs, academic advising, transfer counseling.
Education/Credentials BA psychology. MA Behavioral Science
Question How do you find the right college for you? I have 11 college/universities that I am looking at and don't know how to choose the right one. I want one that is close to home and I want it to have some sort of sports program in it. I just don't know how to narrow them done.
Answer Stephanie,
Here are a couple of questions to get you started:
Do you want to live on campus or commute from home?
If you'll live away, how long a drive back home would you like to have?
Would you thrive in a large school environment or a smaller setting?
What do you like/dislike about your high school?
Are there certain clubs or sports you wish to be involved with?
What kind of campus atmosphere appeals to you? Athletic, artsy, "Greek", international, etc?
