<p>I think the worst thing a student can do is “default” to State U. They do this because it’s a state school, it’s close to home, all their friends go there, they’re familiar with the school from seeing the sports teams play on tv, etc. Unfortunately, those are all reason NOT to pick a college. </p>
<p>“Fit” and comfort level should be paramount, along with making sure the school has the major(s) you’re interested in, and makes senses financially. </p>
<p>I can’t stress the major thing enough. We see students all the time at my university who are transfering because their current school doesn’t offer the program they are interested in. If a school doesn’t have your major, or the major(s) you’re considering, don’t go there. You could end up having to transfer, and lose credits.</p>