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THE COLLEGE BILL OF WRONGS

The Bill of Wrongs: 10 things that should absolutely, positively NOT influence where you go to college


News flash:  When it comes to college, one size does not fit all.  A "great" college isn't great unless it's a place where you can be yourself and thrive--but you'd never know that from the random way many people develop their college lists.

So, seriously, don't let stuff like this get in the way:

 

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  1. Where your parents went to school

  2. Where your bf/gf/ or bff is going

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  • Anything US News has to say on the subject

  • How pretty the campus looks in the brochure

  • That it's located in a place that's fun to visit

  • It's a party school

  • It has a totally awesome football team

  • You've always wanted to go there

  • You've never heard of it

  • Your uncle, next door neighbor, and the Fedex guy have never heard of it

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    Going to college is a student's first step into adulthood, and informs much of what comes after.  Make sure the college experience is a great one by dumping your preconceived notions, exploring all the options, and finding the best fit.

     

    What do you think students should think about in creating their college lists?

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