Planning a college visit

Things to remember:
(1) Academic reputation 
     -What types of programs do they offer in your area of interest? 
     -Are they accredited? 
     -What are national pass rates on certification exams?
     -Do they offer any special programs or opportunities?
      (Study abroad, honors program, Bachelor's + Master's program, etc.)
(2) Campus size
(3) Location
(4) Cost
(5) Public vs. Private (Religious affiliation (if any))
(6) Housing/food
(7) Job Placement services
(8) Student-faculty ratio
(9) Admission requirements (typical SAT scores, GPAs, class ranks, etc.)

Information take from:
http://www.educationplanner.com/education_planner/selecting_article.asp?sponsor=2859&articleName=What_to_Look_For
**Use the checklists from this website to help you plan questions to ask, places to visit, etc.**

Check out the Pottsville Public Library's website.  It provides links to public and private schools in Pennsylvania.
http://www.pottsvillelibrary.org/SubjectGuide/edu.htm

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