Instructions: Make copies of the worksheet for yourself and your parents. Each of you can take some time to fill out the worksheet on your own. Then, schedule a family meeting so each of you can share your thoughts on the items below. Together, you can organize your thoughts, think about your priorities and begin to narrow the options.

(Check all that apply)

1. Bible college
   
   
2. Liberal arts college
   
   
3. No preference
   
   

Family compromise:

(Check all that apply)

1. Denominational preference (List Here):____________________
   
   
2. Interdenominational/non-denominational
   
   
3. No preference
   
   

Family compromise:

(Check all that apply)

1. Small (less than 1,000 students)
   
   
2. Medium (1,000-2,500 students)
   
   
3. Large (2,500 students or more)
   
   
4. No preference
   
   

Family compromise:

(Check all that apply)

1. Within our state or a bordering state
   
   
2. Within a day's drive of our home
   
   
3. Within the region of the country where we live
   (Midwest, East Coast, etc.)
   
   
4. No preference
   
   

Family compromise:

(Check all that apply)

1. Near a large city
   
   
2. Within a suburban area
   
   
3. A rural community
   
   
4. Other (list):
   
   

Family compromise:

In this space, write the amount of money you and your parents estimate your family can spend on college and related expenses each year.

(Check all that apply)

1. Personal funds
   
   
2. Installments/college payment plan
   
   
3. Savings accounts
   
   
4. Scholarships
   
   
5. Loans
   
   
6. Student's part-time employment
   
   
7. Careful family budgeting
   
   
8. Other (fill in here)__________________
   
   

List the majors or programs of study you're interested in.

List the opportunities that are important to you. For example, a study-abroad program, a choir, off-campus ministry opportunities.

List the athletic programs you might want to participate in.

List other characteristics that are important to you in a college.

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