Tips to Compare Colleges

If you are not sure where you want to transfer to, here are some tips to help you in your decision making process.

Figure out what you want

Before you start looking at specific universities, you should first take some time to decide what is most important to you in your future school. Make a list of your personal preferences and consider the following:

• Location
• Size
• Academic Programs
  • Highly Ranked Programs
• Extra-Curricular Activities
  • Sports
  • Student Organizations
  • Student Life
• Cost

Begin your research

Now that you have an idea of what you are looking for in a university, start looking at what specific schools have to offer.

• Start Early
• Does it meet your personal preferences? If so…
• Learn about the Application Process
  • Dates & deadlines
  • Personal Statement
• Learn about the Departmental Application Process
  • Dates & deadlines
  • Personal Statement
• Research Financial Aid & Scholarships
  • Dates & deadlines
• Get familiar with Housing
  • Dates & deadlines
• Use available resources, such as the Transfer Center (located in Building 6, lower level) for guidance
  • Attend Transfer workshops and information sessions held at Highline
• Visit the university campus
• Connect with an admissions counselor at the university you are applying to

Decide what’s best

It’s not about finding the best college, it’s about finding the college that is best for you

Apply Early

Now that you have selected your school and are familiar with the requirements, make the decision to apply to your selected schools.

Continue your research online

• The Princeton Review
• Peterson’s
• College Board
• Campus Tours – view interactive maps and virtual tours