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2.) Size of College: Would you prefer a school with a large enrollment (35,000 students - like the UofA) or a small college (1,500 students), or something in between? 3.) Environment: Community College, Vocational School (Culinary Academy), 4 year public or private university? Are you looking for a school with a religious affiliation? How competitive of an academic environment are you looking for? 4.) Admissions Requirements: Does your Cumulative GPA and SAT/ACT Test scores fit in with the particular schools population? Have you taken enough of their prerequisites? 5.) Fields of Study: Does the school have a major or program in your career direction or interests? Are you looking for a specialized college in art, design, engineering, or music? 6.) Finances: How expensive of a school can you and your family afford? consider tuition, room and board, travel, etc... How much can your parents contribute adn how much will you be responsible for? 7.) Housing & Facilities: Do you want to live on campus? If so, do you need to do so for all 4 years? What type of residence halls does the school offer? 8.) Activities: What kind of organizations and activities are available - including fraternities and sororities - does the school offer. Do they have intramural teams?
More Questions to Ask yourself and College Reps when exploring college options
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Some students begin the college exploration with a firm idea of where they want to go and what subject they would like to major in. Others are less sure and the college exploration process can be very over-whelming. Here are some helpful questions to ask yourself when you begin the college search process.
