How many colleges should I go and look at, and how many colleges should I apply to

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Clarification of Question by theresa5-ga on 29 Sep 2004 14:40 PDT

I am in the middle stages of my college search and would like some
input.  I have scheduled 4 open house visists, however, my parents
think it would be wise to schedule approximately 8-10 open house
visits.  I would appreciate any comments.

Apply to all of the ones that you would like to attend. That way if
you dont excepted at some you will have some backups.

Here's some sensible advice:

http://www.katc.com/Global/story.asp?S=1313631

remember this is different for everyone, some people know what college
they want to go to before they even know what high school they are
going to. the most important thing to base your decision on is how
comfortable you feel at the college. this does not always mean taking
a formal visit or an open house tour. of course they will make you
feel comfortable and want to go there. rather, plan a road trip with
some friends where you visit the colleges you wish to go to, and just
go on random days when there are classes. you can usually just walk
into the larger classes and not even be noticed. talk to the students
and see how they feel about the school. you could prolly get one to
shouw you their dorm if you are concerned about that. hope this helps
a little. GO GATORS!

I recommend staying overnight at each of your possible colleges and
sitting in on a few days of freshman classes...

The more the better, but you may get lucky and find one you love after
only visiting a couple.