Narrowing Down My List

College Search & Selection
1

I’ve been looking at a lot of colleges to complete a Bachelor’s in Social Work, Education, or a related field. Mostly liberal arts or research universities. I’m currently a sophomore, and found these schools seem to be the best for me when I apply.

  • University of Connecticut
  • State University of New York at Oneonta
  • Eastern Connecticut State University
  • Southern Connecticut State University
  • Western Connecticut State University
  • University of Massachusetts - Amherst
  • Western New England University
  • Lesley University
  • Westfield State University
  • Castleton University
  • University of New Hampshire
  • Plymouth State University
  • University of New England
  • University of Maine - Farmington
  • University of Southern Maine

I want to narrow down to around 11 or 10 colleges, but I’m having trouble. Can anyone give me advice on some schools I could knock off or should avoid. Thank you.

2

Have you run the NPC (Net Price Calculator) for each school? Although it’s a way off, once you and your parents determine which of these colleges just are not affordable, that’s going to knock a few off.

Do you live in MA or CT?

3

Live in NJ, but do not plan to for college. I may be living in CT or MA by my Junior Year, based on some family issues surrounding moving, but not sure right now. Definitely will check out the NPCs.

4

Apply to affordable schools which offer meaningful internships in your field.