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I think some advice on choosing college is to focus on the overall fit and style of the university as opposed to the ranking. If you are going to be at a school for an extended period of time (4+ years) then it makes sense to select a university that is great for you to continue post-college, as opposed to moving and having to find a new network as well. I believe fit matters over ranking, in any case because college is a time to explore and if you are in a scenario that requires you to be solely focused on academia and immersing yourself into competition for grades, your experience will differ, as opposed to finding a place that has a healthy balance.
I totally agree! Finding the right city is another huge thing as well, since that is where you will be staying for an elongated period of time and pursuing a degree after the 4 years as well.
This post has received 1 vote up.It’s subjective for everyone. Do a bit of reflecting on what you value–for me, I enjoy a space where I am able to grow/learn with the help of campus resources, and also a university that provides a “social fit”, not necessarily purely academic. I’d recommend looking at club, organizations, events, or mission statements to start. Hope that helps! 🙂
This post has received 2 votes up.Interesting, I feel as if rankings should not be entirely ignored, but I do agree that finding a space that fits you is the top priority (as it would be your home for at least 4 years).
This post has received 1 vote up.Hey everyone, I am a recent high school graduate that will be attending Pomona College in Claremont, CA next fall. I am happy to answer any questions about choosing the right school and making a list of schools to apply to.
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