Choosing

It's time to start making your list of colleges!

In the Choosing phase, you are choosing colleges and creating the list of colleges to which you will apply. Our experts recommend finalizing your list to include about four to eight colleges.

Considering the number of colleges in the United States alone, choosing the colleges to which you will apply can seem daunting. But don't panic; we've brought tools and tips from the best experts together in one place to help you sort it out. We want you to find the colleges that fit you best.

How to Create Your List of Colleges

• Decide what you want in a college by doing some self-evaluations.
• Figure out how much you can afford to spend on college.
• Start a list of schools that interest you. Fiske Interactive is a great place to start!
• Evaulate and narrow down your college list.
• Finalize your list to the colleges to which you will apply. It's best to finalize your list before fall of senior year.

Meet Our Expert on Choosing the Right College

Edward Fiske

Edward Fiske is the author of the Fiske Guide to Colleges, the #1 bestselling college guide, and several other books that help you find and get accepted to colleges that match you. His Choosing tips and tools will help you figure out what you’re looking for in a college and find great schools that match your needs and wants.

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