Each college offers its own advantages, but only a handful will be perfect for you. To help narrow your choices to a manageable number, decide which of the following college characteristics are most important to you.
- University, four-year college, two-year college, or vocational/trade school
- Admission requirements
- Public vs. Private
- Number of students
- Size of the community
- Distance from home
- Overall cost
- Financial aid options
- Athletics, clubs, organizations, etc.
Internet Resources to Help in Finding the "Right" Schoolhttp//wiscareers.wisc.eduBrowse schools or use the school search feature to find schools that match your criteria. Click on "Education" in the top toolbar.
www.collegeboard.comA comprehensive website related to college issues such as preparing for, selecting, applying to and financing college.
http://www.nacac.com/p&s.htmlNational Association for College Admission Counseling’s Web-Resources for the College Bound
http://uwhelp.wisconsin.eduUniversity of Wisconsin System – HELP