www.petersons.com

www.princetonreview.com

…to find out the statistical info regarding these schools, and what students are saying about the academics, environment, and student body. You must use wisdom and strategy in appying to college. You need to look at many factors to ensure a “good fit”, such as:

Does it have the programs you are most interested in?

Do you want to be in a big city or a more rural environment?

Do you prefer a school with a very large population or a smaller, more personable school?

How selective are the schools you are checking out? (how many students are applying vs. how many are accepted — what is the minimum SAT score they will accept — what is the minimal GPA they will accept, and what range are most of their students in)

How expensive?

What type of endowments are available? Scholarships? What percentage of students are getting scholarships?

Is the school known for its academics or its party atmosphere?

Is it a liberal or conservative environment?

What do the students say they like/don’t like about the school?

But don’t choose just one college, because if they don’t accept you, *you’re stuck*.

As you are narrowing down your school choices, check out their websites to find out about their law programs. Some schools offer “pre-law” but then you have to transfer to do your work at the graduate-level law school. Others offer it all, so choose wisely according to your needs.

Pick two schools that are very selective “long shots”, two that are “maybe” schools, and two that are “sure things”. Apply to all of them. Wait. After a few months, the acceptance letters will arrive, and you will be able to make a great choice!

Hope all this info helps to get you exactly where you want to be, with no regrets. Best wishes!