Choosing The Right College (19 minutes)

March 4, 2026

Choosing The Right College

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The U.S. Department of Education recognizes over 4,000 colleges and universities. With so many options, private and public, large and small, rural and urban, etc., how do you choose the right college?

Learn about the very important Money Talk. Then John will teach how to develop your prospective college list, including financial safety schools, money schools, and reach schools. Find out when and how to take college visits, and what questions to ask.

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