Planning for college is a very exciting time! You are working towards your next phase of education to get the career you are dreaming of. It is important to make sure you cover all your bases when you start planning. There is a lot of information available that can help you navigate this process. Before you start planning you should first decide what type of college experience you are looking for. You may be interested in community college, a university, or maybe even a training program at a specific college.
Here are some steps to get you started:
1. Research, research, research! You want to be sure that you know about all the potential schools you could attend and find out which one seems to be the best fit for you and your situation. Attending college fairs, looking online, speaking to current or alumni of schools, college visits and meetings with admissions staff are all great ways to research schools and get a feel for the atmosphere and culture of a college.
2. Gather your information to apply! You will need to meet certain requirements to apply/attend each college/program. It is important that you have all the necessary information before applying to make the process smooth. Don’t forget there can be application fees and essay requirements, so be aware and prepared for those. You may also need your: