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How to Select Your Best Fit College
The college fit is all about finding schools that match your abilities and interests and help you attain your career goals
“College is like a fountain of knowledge — and the students are there to drink.”— Chuck Pahlaniuk
Selecting the right college or university to attend is difficult and must not be taken lightly. There are countless factors to take into account.
One must make the correct decision, as four years are a massive chunk of an individual’s life.
Over the last few years, I accompanied my kids on multiple college tours, so I know a thing or two about this topic. My youngsters are two very distinct individuals.
A university that was an excellent fit for my son would not have worked out for my daughter and vice versa. Ultimately, both of them ended up being very happy and successful at their respective schools.
Factors
Local or Out of State
There are many factors to consider when choosing a college. First of all, will you want to stay local, or will you venture out of state or perhaps even overseas?
