The Thoughtful College Search

 

• A college education has the potential to transform one’s life.  The college search should also be transformational.
• The value of a college education lies in the experience one has in college rather than the name on the diploma.
• The college search is ultimately a journey of self-discovery, and the journey is more important than the destination.
• The college process should promote reflection and discernment.
• Choosing where to go to college is a huge and essential developmental step in the transition from adolescence to becoming an adult.
• The college search and application processes should measure readiness for the college experience itself.
• College selection is personal.  What is right for me may not be right for you.  The goal is finding a good fit, and it is important that the student take ownership of the college search and application processes, as he or she will live with the decision.