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Choosing a College or University

What factors and qualities should you consider when choosing an undergraduate college or university? How can you make sure that a school will match up well with your goals, interests and personality?

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by three_ster
 Jan 07 '05 Choosing a College or University --- Deciding what is best for you
Making sure you are attending the right College can be a very important decision, and all options should be weighed.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by smiles33

smiles33 is a Lead on Epinions 		Mar 17 '00 Considering Race in the Diversity Debate
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by Birdfeather
 Apr 19 '05 Community College Vs. Big University...Why My Daughter Chose The Community College
Don't rush in making this important decision in your life!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by jeavinl
 Aug 15 '06 Declaring a Major: Even Lifetime Undecided Folks Can Do It
I chose a college with a wide array of majors so that I could procrastinate just a little longer before deciding what my course track would be.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by Bryan_Carey
 Mar 22 '01 College: Your Future is in Your Hands
Selecting the right university takes time and research, and it shouldn't be taken lightly.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by GravityGirl
 Dec 01 '00 But Felicity Looks Like She's Having So Much Fun In NYC.....
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by mht
 Sep 13 '04 The Great Growth Opportunity
Do your homework and seek good guidance: these can be wonderful years of life!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by mattygroves
 Apr 14 '02 It's a question of TIME - Naphtalia's milestones write off
Where-ever you go - if you want to learn, YOU WILL.. If you're not ready , you won't. Simple as that. ... read full review 		Very Helpful
by chicknyell
 Jul 27 '02 Why I Didn't Apply to Graduate School at Yale...
There is more to picking a graduate school than, "Hey, that place sounds cool." Here are some things you may not have considered.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by beckytcy
 Apr 28 '01 Go with your gut reaction!
Go with your gut reaction; talk to as many students as possible; stay overnight; go to parties... read full review 		Very Helpful
by DAnneC
 Apr 17 '00 Where Should My Child Attend School?
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by GoalSAH86
 May 10 '05 Big School vs. Small School: Less Complicated Than You Think
As long as you actively try, you can still learn a lot at a big university and you can still have a blast at a small college!... read full review 		Very Helpful
by jpoet112
 Mar 24 '01 Do the Right Thing
Spend tons of time researching your prospective colleges. In the end, go wherever you feel most comfortable. ... read full review 		Very Helpful
by wangarific
 Jun 21 '02 The Impact of Having a Good Sports Program
Generally: Strong athletics = strong school spirit = more alumni donations = better school programs + better social scene.... read full review 		Very Helpful
by wangarific
 Jun 24 '02 Big state school versus small academic powerhouse: Impact on your Job Search
Big state school has more connections and better alumni network by virtue of size, the small school has the name and the skills.... read full review 		Very Helpful
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