I (16F) am looking into going to a 4 year college, but have no idea where to start. I’m currently looking on how to choose a college, but what else should I prepared for? Scholarships, tours, etc.
BTW I’m in the USA
I (16F) am looking into going to a 4 year college, but have no idea where to start. I’m currently looking on how to choose a college, but what else should I prepared for? Scholarships, tours, etc.
BTW I’m in the USA
Aim for a school that is affordable! Most schools in the usa where I live can give scholarships and grants, so take that into account too.
Other then money, just figure out what you want to do (or at least a general field). Then you can just use the internet to search for colleges that fit that interest. Most colleges also have courses for people who don’t have a clear idea of what they want to do yet.
When applying for colleges try figuring out which apps you can do get for free because the fees do add up.
Last thing, always try to finish your applications sooner then later. Try to get everything except your essay questions done ASAP.
Take note all of this is from the perspective of an American student
I second scholarships. Go to the campus of your choice and figure out where the scholarships and student aid offices are. Get in contact with the persons in these offices and ask questions, let them know ab yourself. Get their numbers and emails if they’re full-time staff, probably not if their just some college kid.
Make sure that you apply for scholarships as early as possible, like by Feb/March is good to aim for, and as many as you can. This will show initiative and get you a better chance of getting them.
Also, if you can, u could try to get work-study. It’s a good opportunity to get work experience and pay off some college.
Thank you! This information is really helpful :)) I have a question though
What time should I have already applied. I’ve met some seniors who applied before graduating. Should I be applying as a junior or in my senior year?
It really depends on when your deadlines are. Early action is just a normal application except with an earlier deadline; those are typically due end of October or November your senior year. There are a few schools that do super early applications but you really shouldn’t worry too much until the summer before your senior year. I recommend getting parts of your applications finished before you start senior year. If you’re planning on doing a normal time application, those are typically December through to late spring of your senior year. Basically, just don’t worry about them until you’re done with your junior year. Then you can get started, but just spread it out because you don’t need to do it all at once.
One other thing: ask for teacher or counselor recommendations early on. Then they can write a nice letter because they were given a lot of time