10 Myths About College

Will extracurricular activities compensate for poor grades?

You have a better chance of entering graduate school if your 4year college offers that degree. 

Liberal arts colleges offer good science and math  programs.

Generally, the lower half of college applicants do not receive financial aid. 

Generally, you do not need to decide on a major/career until you 2nd year of college.

Public, state schools provide more financial aid than private colleges. 

Your grades are more important than the SAT and ACT tests.

Which is better to get into college?

True or False - If you do poorly in 9th grade, you won't be able to get into a good college.

You should attend the most prestigious college that accepts you.