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College List Development

College List Development. Your Major. This is an important yet difficult decision You have time, no need to decide now, but THINK about it 80% do not choose a major before entering college 50% change majors at least once when in college Major does not have to be your favorite subject

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College List Development

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  1. College List Development

  2. Your Major • This is an important yet difficult decision • You have time, no need to decide now, but THINK about it • 80% do not choose a major before entering college • 50% change majors at least once when in college • Major does not have to be your favorite subject • Do research on majors that are available • Try to link majors to a particular career path • Generate list of best schools in your major • www.princetonreview.com • www.collegeview.com • www.collegeboard.com

  3. Location • Be aware that costs vary widely between in-state and out-of-state • Decide if you want to stay near home or leave for a more independent experience • Generate a list of colleges by REGION • Generate lists of in-state vs. out-of-state

  4. Costs • Once again: costs vary WIDELY between in-state and out-of-state tuition • Be aware the private institutions cost much more than public institutions • Be aware that tuition is increasing yearly • Begin applying for scholarships as early as possible • www.fastweb.com • Start a dialogue with the school Financial Services Department as early as possible

  5. Tips • Apply to at least four colleges/universities • Don’t limit yourself. Take a shot at the Ivy League no matter where you stand. • Don’t try to apply to too many schools i.e. seven or eight. • You may burn out without finishing the apps • Applying will get very expensive very fast

  6. Good Resources • The Princeton Review • www.princetonreview.com • College View • www.collegeview.com • College Search • www.collegeboard.com • Fastweb • www.fastweb.com

  7. Questions Nathan G. Jester jackjester1984@gmail.com Phillip D. Jones pipdjones@gmail.com

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