Things to Consider When Committing

If any of you are high school students or parents and are SO close to committing to your college, but not really sure, here are some things to help you make a choice and make sure that the college you’re paying for is the right one for you/your family.

1. Can you see yourself happy here?
Pretty simple, right? Is there something that intrigues you about the campus, is there something that really stands out? If you don’t feel a connection to the college right away, don’t fret-just make sure to close your eyes and imagine yourself at the college. Can you do that, and does it work?

2. Do my AP/IB credits transfer?
Definitely, definitely check this if you have already spent the money on the credits. This can be a huge contributor to where you want to go, but most college do accept them. It’s always good to double check if you’ve spent the money, however.

3. Can I graduate in time?
If you’re trying to triple major (hard, but possible) is there a way that you can fit everything that you want to do into four or five years? Make sure that you talk to an academic advisor and see if there is something that you can do to get everything you want to have done accomplished.

4. Will I be comfortable at this college, especially living here?
There is so much more to living on campus than just living on campus. Check out the school’s resources, and even local business around the college to see what kind of specials they offer or to see what life at that college will actually be like. Also, ask students about this–it’s always a good idea to get an inside perspective.

 

Happy Committing!