Hello college-bound students! The undergraduate admissions staff at Stevens understands that the college application process is complex and demands juggling a lot of details, tasks and research.
We hope the following tips help you as you dedicate at least part of your summer to exploring your top-choice colleges.
Make sure that you don’t overlook the most important goal - choosing a college that is right for you! Some things you might consider:
• What size college do you want to attend? Are you looking for a very large school or one with a more close-knit environment?
• What locations are you considering? Do you thrive in an urban environment, or do you prefer a quieter setting? Are there campuses that offer both? How close or far away from home do you want to be?
• What major(s) are you interested in?
• Will you need financial aid?
• Are extracurricular activities important to you, and what are they?
• What kind of campus life do you want to experience?
• What career services are offered? Are you thinking about your return on investment?
Answering these questions and ranking your needs in order of importance will allow you to investigate your top choices in a way that best matches you! Each institution is so different, and it’s easy to get lost in all the information you glean from your research.
Many online college search engines can also help you get some ideas about how to organize and better target your search. And, of course, the best way to get to know a school is to experience it up close and personally. Campus visits will certainly answer a lot of your questions, give you a “feel” for a college, and help you prioritize the aspects you’re considering. You may even discover qualities that are important to you that you hadn’t considered earlier.
We wish you the best in your search and decision-making process. If we can be of any assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us at admissions@stevens.edu or 1-800-STEVENS. We’d be delighted to help you!
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