COMPARE COLLEGES (last update Thu, Sep 6, 2007 ) Why is this important? Comparing colleges or universities to find the right school for you is a very important first step. Choose the right one and you will be more successful academically and enjoy your time as a college student. What should I be comparing? Here are some of the facts you may want to look at and compare. You and your parents have to decide what items are more important than others in making your final decision. Cost: This includes tuition, books, housing and transportation costs. Location: Will you commute or are you considering living on or off campus. Size: This is an important consideration. What size college will you feel most comfortable with. Fields of Study: Make sure your college has the degree you want. Financial Aid and Scholarships: Different colleges can offer different financial aid to you. Investigate! No college is out of reach until you crunch the numbers and see how financial aid can assist you. Demographics of other students: Who will be your classmates and will you fit in? Graduation Rates and Safety Statistics: Colleges must have this information and share it with you. How can I compare colleges and universities? You can go into your Kuder account [click on the Kuder logo on the left margin] and identify up to three colleges or universities you are thinking about attending and the factors you want to compare. This may give you all the information you want or suggest new areas to look at or investigate further. You can repeat the process using different colleges. Email us for more information on scholarships or if you are interested in attending a scholarship workshop. your.roadmap@gmail.com   Print out this page 874 Dillingham Blvd Honolulu, Hawaii 96817 PHONE: (808) 847-9851 FAX: (808) 847-9829 EMAIL: your.roadmap@gmail.com