- Climate – What kind of weather do you like?
- Population – Large school, smaller, in between?
- Location – Regional? Driving distance from home? City? Near the beach or a body of water? Near mountains?
- Cost – A factor for everyone. Include cost of traveling to and from home. Is financial aid an option? What kind?
- Academics – Is the degree you want offered at the school? Do you have the grades and test scores to get admitted? Can you be successful once you get there? What kind of academic support is offered? What are your chances of securing a job after graduation?
- Athletically – Have you communicated with coaches? Have they indicated any kind of interest? Is there a need for your position? What role on the field do you need – a roster spot? Playing time as a freshman? Environment to become a pro?
- Visit – Every campus has its own unique characteristics that may not come across on a virtual tour, website, or word of mouth. Take notes after each visit, list the pros and cons, and compare each school.
