Where To Apply To College - Finding Academic and Financial Fit

When students prepare to apply for college admissions, they should start to make a list of colleges they want to apply to.

When crafting a well-balanced college list, students should apply to a variety of colleges, considering financial fit in addition to academic fit. They should also include at least one financial aid safety school and pick three dream schools instead of just one.

Here's how you should craft a college list, with a focus on both academic and financial fit.