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schools that match your criteria by doing some research. The vast amount of information out there can seem overwhelming and, at times, it is. But the process can be fun as well as useful. When all is said and done, be aware that your decision is reversible, espe- cially at North American schools. If you do end up choosing a college that later turns out not to be right for you, remember that you can transfer. Says Beloit College student Beth Hundley, “My first year was awesome and I loved it. However, now I’m thinking of transferring. People can change over the course of a year.” That’s just as true for high school seniors, as well. Keeping your options open by applying to a wide range of colleges and universities, both in selectivity, location and size, will allow for any changes in mind you have dur- ing senior year, and give you more choices in the spring. Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions you may have ever made. A little self-knowledge will go a long way in helping inform that decision. n 86 F O R E I G N S E R V I C E J O U R N A L / J U N E 2 0 0 7 S CHOOLS S UPPLEMENT (Continued from page 82) Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions you may have ever made.