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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO UNIVERSITY SELECTION:
COLLEGE SEARCH, SOLVED.
Choosing the right university or college can be one of the most challenging aspects of the admissions journey. With thousands of outstanding institutions and tens of thousands of programs to consider, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Many parents and students find themselves unsure of where to begin.
Despite great intentions, people's approach to university selection often misses the mark...
Following Friends
While it may seem tempting to choose a university based on where friends are going, this approach can limit your child's experience and opportunities.
Opting for Local Options
Though local options might be convenient and cost-effective, choosing based on geographic proximity alone can restrict your child’s potential to find the best fit.
Relying on Peer Recommendations
Friends and fellow parents may offer well-meaning advice, but their suggestions are often based on limited experience and may not align with your child's unique needs.
Going with Popular Choices
A university’s reputation doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best fit for your child. The real question is: What is the best fit FOR MY CHILD?
Admissions Academy’s COLLEGE SEARCH, SOLVED. is here to guide you through the process. Our expert strategies will help you identify universities or colleges that align with your strengths and maximizes your potential.
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Set yourself up for success from the start. Choose a university or college that truly fits your needs and aspirations.
COLLEGE SEARCH, SOLVED. will help you to...
have a clear roadmap for guiding you through the university search process. You’ll understand how to evaluate universities beyond just rankings, identify what you need and want in a university, and assess the true value of each option. With this knowledge, you’ll be empowered to choose a university that’s not only prestigious but also a perfect fit for your academic and personal growth.
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Expertly navigate the university selection process
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Identify the "Best Fit"
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Find and utilize essential resources
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Most importantly, find a university in which you will THRIVE
What you will learn
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Strategic Shortlisting
Learn how to narrow your longlist to a balanced, realistic shortlist of universities that truly fit your goals
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Maximizing Campus Visits: Virtual and In-Person
Guidance on how to effectively utilize both virtual and in-person campus visits to gain a genuine understanding of the university environment and available opportunities.
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Quantitative & Qualitative Insights
Use a structured scoring system combined with intuition to make informed, confident decisions about where to apply.
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Decision Confidence
Develop the tools to trust your instincts and make choices without second-guessing or relying on others’ opinions.
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Understanding the True Value of University Rankings
Guidance on how to interpret university rankings and their relevance in the context of finding the best fit for your child’s educational and personal needs.
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Structuring an Effective University Search Strategy
Step-by-step instructions on organizing and executing a thorough university search process that aligns with your child’s goals and preferences.
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Aligning University Searches with Your Child’s Unique Needs and Aspirations
Techniques for identifying and understanding your child’s specific needs and desires, and how to tailor the university search process accordingly.
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Utilizing the Best Resources for Your University Search
An overview of essential resources and tools to use during the university search process to make informed and effective decisions.
Course Breakdown
Know Your Why: The First Step Toward the Right University
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Begin your search from the start
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With guided advice and reflection, understand why you want to attend college
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Understand how that 'why' impacts the rest of your search
Explore First, Decide Later: The College Longlist
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Learn how to find universities that match your criteria
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Understand which tools and resources to use, and how to use them
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Discover which commonly used tools are a recipe for disaster
The Fit Factor: Defining What You Want in a University
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Explore the characteristics that define a university
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With guided expertise, you'll understand exactly which qualities matter most to you in a college
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Start building a personal checklist
Shortlisting: The Final Round
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With longlist in hand, learn how to analyze each university effectively
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Develop a shortlist of colleges that will actually matter to you
And an essential work book to:
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Explore your values
Understand what matters most to you
Organize your longlist
Finalize your shortlist
Keep and maintain all application deadlines and requirements
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