For Parents

What Makes a Good Fit?

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Academic Alignment

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  • Teaching approaches (lecture-based vs. discussion-based, research opportunities vs. teaching focus)
  • Availability of desired majors and flexibility to explore or change direction
  • Class sizes and access to professors (not just student-faculty ratios)
  • Academic support resources and their accessibility
  • Opportunities for hands-on learning, research, or creative work

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Social Environment

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  • Size matters: some students thrive in intimate settings while others prefer larger, more diverse communities
  • Campus culture: political climate, competitiveness vs. collaboration, dominant social scenes
  • Residential experience: housing options, dining facilities, percentage of students living on campus
  • Availability of activities aligning with your student’s interests
  • Geographic setting and its alignment with lifestyle preferences

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Support Systems

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  • Mental health resources: counseling availability, wait times, preventative programs
  • Academic support: writing centers, tutoring, accommodations for learning differences
  • Career services: internship connections, job placement rates, alumni network engagement
  • Financial aid policies: meeting full need, loan vs. grant ratios, merit scholarship renewal criteria
  • Health services: on-campus care, proximity to specialists if needed

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Financial Sustainability

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  • Total four-year cost projection (including annual increases)
  • Financial aid reliability (will aid decrease after freshman year?)
  • Work expectations during college (hours per week that won’t compromise academics)
  • Expected debt at graduation relative to likely career paths
  • Transparency about additional costs beyond tuition

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Career Preparation

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  • Industry connections in fields of interest
  • Internship placement rates and paid vs. unpaid opportunities
  • Skills development beyond the classroom
  • Alumni network strength in relevant fields
  • Graduate school placement rates if applicable

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The Intangible Element

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