Advice from Coalition Schools
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Deciding where to apply
You’ve done the research and created a college list, but now you have to decide: Where do I apply?
At the Coalition, we’re here to help you make smart choices when it comes to applying to college, and your first choice should always be: Apply to more than one school! In fact, we recommend applying to 6-10 schools, because applying to college means applying to colleges — and we encourage you to consider Coalition schools because of their commitment to access, affordability, and success.
Researching Colleges
Now’s the time to start thinking about colleges. But which ones?
Do you want a small liberal arts college on the East Coast? A big football university in the Midwest? A midsize engineering school on the West Coast?
Your college search means finding schools that line up with your interests, academic abilities, and future goals. There are thousands of schools out there, but only a few will be right for you.
Building a College List
Did you know? Applying to college means applying to colleges, plural.
In fact, we recommend you apply to 6-10 schools, so your list needs at least that many schools, in order to give yourself the best opportunity to make smart college choices.