finding the right fit
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OWN THE PROCESS
Students apply to college and students are admitted - not parents.
Students should take ownership of the process.
Do your own research, schedule your own appointments, fill out your own applications
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THE RIGHT COLLEGE... is NOT
Where your parents, neighbor, family member went.
The college with the best athletic teams.
US News & World Report’s #1 college.
It’s the one that suits your needs, interests, & you can afford.
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MAKING THE MATCH
College majors and career options
Appropriately challenged and supported
Affordable
THE RIGHT COLLEGE FOR YOU IS OUT THERE
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SELF DISCOVERY
Who are you?
What do you want to do?
How involved in the school do you want to be?
What makes you special?
Remember, college is a place to learn, explore and grow as a student and an individual.
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WHAT’S IN YOUR FILE?
Transcript
SAT, SAT Subject Test, ACT, TOEFL, AP Scores
Teacher recommendations
Essay
Application
Notes from an admission representative
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