11 College Research Questions

Do your parents tell you to move out of the house? Go to college. Even if you go to online college you will get out of the house sooner and stay out on your own with the great job you will get. According to the most recent US Government census, Americans with a bachelors degree earned 51% more than those with just a high school diploma. Those with a bachelors degree earned over $52,000 per year on average.

Once you realize that college is your next step, you need to find one. Here are some questions you might find helpful to find the college for you.

1. Should you go to college near home or in another state? What options are available online?

2. Is smaller better, or do you like big schools?

3. Will you need financial aid?

4. Is a suburban or rural setting better or a city based campus?

5. Which programs fit your career goals?

6. How does your school rank overall with other schools?

7. How good is the college’s career services office? How many people get jobs through the career center every year?

8. Are you interested in extracurricular activities? Do they have the one for you?

9. What type of campus housing is available? Will the school help you find an off campus place to live?

10. Can you find a professor that can help guide you on your desired career path?

11. Extra Bonus: Does the school have enough money to stay open until you graduate? It’s sad but in today’s economy you should ask these questions.

Once you start thinking about the answers to these questions, you can help focus on the college that is best for you!