COLLEGE PREPARATION
What You Should be Doing
Juniors
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Admissions Requirements
Things to Remember
Minimum GPA requirements
High school course requirements, if any
Do they need SAT/ACT scores
Do they have your major or multiple majors that interest you
Think about your needs
What You Should Know
Location - certain state or city
college town, big city, suburbs, rural, etc.
close to the airport, bus stop or train station​
using google maps, check what the area around the school looks like
near shopping centers, movie theaters or other activities
Housing
Suite style housing ~vs~ Dorm style housing with public bathrooms
Do they have many places to eat on or near campus
If you have dietary needs (i.e., vegan or vegetarian, gluten free, peanut allergies, etc.) please make sure the school provides a good menu for your needs.
Interests
- a variety of places to find part-time jobs
Do they have clubs or school sponsored on/off campus activities
Intercollegiate athletics or Intramurals
Internships
On campus jobs
Size of school
Average class size for freshmen
Course offerings
Variety of majors (required courses & electives)
Study Abroad
Grading policies
Time Structure
Do they have quarters, semester or trimesters.
School security & safety
Affordability
Keep in Mind
Talk with your parents about how much they can afford for college
Will you get a part-time job while in college
Search the college's website for tuition & housing fees
Get an idea of how many scholarships you may need
See Financial Aid Section for scholarships offered by the school