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The College UnMazed Blog

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Beyond the Rankings: How the 6 Keys of College Fit Create Smarter College Choices

The college search process often starts with questions like “What’s the best school?” or “Where can I get in?” But at College UnMazed, we encourage students and families to ask a better question: Which colleges fit who I am and what I need to succeed?

That’s where the 6 Keys of College Fit come in. These six areas help students create a personalized definition of college “fit” and evaluate potential schools with purpose, not pressure.

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Angie Taylor Angie Taylor

Colleges Creating Entrepreneurs

At least half of all high school students, college students, and young adults will tell you they have an interest in starting and owning their own business. The good news is that many colleges across the United States now offer incredible opportunities to help students learn how it’s done!

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Angie Taylor Angie Taylor

Flip the College Decision Making Odds in Students’ Favor

Students can make more informed decisions about which college to attend when they understand each college they are considering from 6 key perspectives. We call these the 6 Keys of College Fit that include Academic Match, Career Match, Financial Match, Personal Match, Student Outcomes, and Student Support.

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