Discover what matters most as you begin the college search with
this fun new card-sorting tool. College Choice 101 provides a
great way for students to select the characteristics they prefer
most as they start their college search.
College Choice 101 is a creative solution consisting of over
100 colorful cards. Each card displays a characteristic for students
to sort into categories of those they really want, those to which
they are neutral, or those that they absolutely do not want.
Counselors find it helpful for students to use College Choice
101 to help them narrow their college lists. Students and family
members have fun sorting their own piles of College Choice 101
cards and comparing their results. The answers are often surprising,
which is what makes this a fun and innovative approach to the
college search. This is a great opportunity to open discussions
on what really matters to students in finding the right fit.
As an added feature, use this form
to write down your results, or fill it out on your computer so
you can sort your list.
Instructions
Open the deck of cards and remove the three main cards labeled
"Really Want”,” Don't Care,” and "No
Way”. Place these three on a table in a line.
Sort the remaining cards under each of these three categories
until all cards are used. Use the "Wild Card" if there
is a category you want to add.
You can keep track of your choices by filling out this form—print
it out for your counselor and save it on your computer for your
records.
Reviews
"First let me say that I am putting to use your wonderful
cards, and they have TRANSFORMED my initial interview sessions
with the students. They keep me from talking too much and they
give kids something active to do (and they make up their minds
surprisingly quickly). Once they're finished, there's a great
opportunity to talk about possible inconsistencies in their ideal
college concept — like the student who wants a big school
in a big city and small discussion-based classes with accessible
professors! Thank you so much for this fabulous aid!"
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