Hello everyone, does anyone know of any good websites where I can compare colleges? I'm trying to make an informed decision about where to apply and could really use some help. Thanks in advance!
Hi there! You are on the right track by wanting to compare schools, it can really help you gain a sense of what kind of college might be a good fit for you. CollegeVine is a fantastic site for robust college comparisons and it provides a lot of detailed information. You can compare up to ten schools at once on this platform. It offers insights into acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, financial aid performances, demographics, majors, and more.
The U.S. Department of Education's College Navigator and The National Center for Education Statistics are also reliable sources. They offer a wide array of statistics from average GPA and test scores, major concentrations, school demographics, graduation rates, and more.
Another platform you might consider is the College Board's Big Future. It will allow you to set up a side-by-side comparison of up to three colleges based on 17 different points, including campus, academic, and financial aspects.
Please remember that while these platforms provide helpful statistical comparisons, they might not give you a full picture of what the student experience is like at each school. You could consider visiting campuses or speaking with current students or alumni to get a better understanding of what life is like at those colleges.
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