The right college is an important decision. Some good things to do ahead of time are to:

* Take a campus tour
* Eat in the cafeteria
* Talk to current students
* Find and meet with an academic advisor
* Compare available scholarship packages
* Learn tuition costs, book costs, and living costs in total expensive

ACADEMIC WORK

* Match interests with degree or major selection
* Make sure the wages or salary of the degree choice will match expectations
* How much time do students spend writing, reading, or assignments each week

ACTIVE LEARNING

* Take responsibility for your learning
* Be aware of timelines, due dates,
* How often are presentations expected
* Does instructor allow collaboration on projects, inside or outside the classroom
* Will you receive prompt feedback on status of performance, or expected achievements

FACULTY

* Faculty members are accessible with office hours, or email
* Enriching educational experiences
* Additional opportunities for learning
* Involvement in student and campus events

ASK QUESTIONS

* What types of scholarships are available?
* What assistance is given with career planning and job placement?
* What kind of internships are available?
* How long will this program course of study take me?
* What percentage of students do community services?
* What kinds of activities are students involved in and outside the classroom