Researching colleges may seem like a daunting task, but it's essential to help you find your dream school. To make the process a little easier, we've compiled a list of the 10 most important things to remember when looking at colleges.

Finding the perfect schools to go on your college list is much like baking a variety of cakes. There’s a basic recipe to follow, but flavors, like chocolate or red velvet, and styles, like layer or sheet cakes, ultimately come down to personal preference. 

College is not the destination. It’s easy to forget that, with everyone from your relatives, to your friends, teachers, movies, social media, you name it, EVERYONE seeming focused on where you will go and how it will guarantee your outcomes for the rest of your life. No pressure, right?

When it comes to college admissions today, we’re all in a foreign land. What are the “kinda big deals” to watch out for? What is “demonstrated interest,” should I submit my standardized test scores, and how important is the Personal Statement anyway? What new trends and requirements are on the horizon?