<p>Didn’t read the whole thread but am wondering what your child plans to major in.</p>
<p>Look for a school that has a top-notch program in whatever that is. If there are no definite plans, look for a school that has a wide variety in the general area (liberal arts, science/math, etc.) so your child can decide after they start at the college and not have to transfer because the major isn’t there!</p>
<p>And–dare I say–your child may even want to do something that is adequately covered in a two-year (associate’s) degree at community college. My brothers just last weekend were telling me there is a crying need for Electronic Instrumentation or Tech majors, among other things. Or welding. Nobody is advising kids to major in certain fields that pay very with only a 2 year degree, because “everyone” thinks they should get a 4 year degree…even if they have no idea what to do with it. :)</p>
<p>Just had to throw that out there.</p>