College: An Investment in Yourself
It?s widely recognized that people with a college education get further in their professional life ? more often achieving their career and monetary goals, than those without a college degree.
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Planning for College
It?s never too early or too late to start planning for college. As a high school junior or senior, you should understand what colleges look for and how to choose the best school for you.
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Saving for College
Saving for college takes a lot of planning, but because the cost of a college education is rising faster than the rate of inflation, traditional saving vehicles ? like certificates of deposit (CDs) and savings bonds ? just aren?t enough.
Applying to College
First, check if the colleges on your short list accept the Common Application. This makes it easy, because you only need to fill out one easy form, and you can send it to as many schools that will accept it.
Choosing a School
How do you find colleges that meet your needs? Make sure to take some time now to figure out what you expect from your college experience. What are your priorities? What characteristics are you looking for in a school?
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What College Costs
Despite the rising cost of education, as described below, statistics show the investment for a college education is well worth it as you can see in College: An Investment in Yourself.
