College Selection & List Refinement
Which way do you go? With over 2000 4-year colleges across the country, where do you even begin? There are so many "moving parts" in finding the "right" school! While curriculum must hold a high priority in the college selection process, it can't be the ONLY priority. With few exceptions the college major in which your student lands is likely found at a multitude of colleges and universities.
So What Else - Besides Curriculum?
There's a host of other considerations that must accompany course curriculum and field of study when finalizing the College List. Here's just a few:
- Social Fit
- Political Bent
- Spiritual Leanings
- Big School vs "Little" School
- Public vs Private
- Location
- Student's Learning Style
- Extra-Curricular Interests
The socio-politically conservative president of the "Young Republicans" at his high school may find it challenging to "fit in" at Reed College, where the motto is "communism, atheism and free love". Students - and parents - often begin their College Lists based on one thing, the NAME. We call the afflication Brand Name Paralysis and it seems to be spreading! It's already reached epidemic levels where we're based here in southern California.
They Never Heard of YOU Either!
Some of our happiest student clients are attending colleges they never heard of - until we suggested it, in many cases recommended it. The initial response is predictable: "I've never heard of that school"! Well guess what: They never heard of YOU either! But often - when given a chance and mutual due diligence is performed - it's like a "match made in heaven"!
So How SHOULD The College List Be Constructed?
We can help! We have a team of experienced College Counselors who are experts in the area of College Selection. In fact, our 3 most senior Counselors combined have nearly 100 years of experience in College Counseling! We will match your student - based on personality, style and academic achievement - with the Counselor who will provide the best fit through this important process.
Your Options
- A "Refined College List" is the keystone of our LEVEL 3 planning service. read more...
- We offer several a la carte services for constructing a College List. show me...
- We'll help you decide how we can help you best with this important task. For details, email us