b'15How I Found My Fit Starting Your College SearchWe asked recent high school graduates to share how they found the colleges that are the best academic, social, and financial fit for them.Noelani Hill Mohamed MutanWalter B. Saul High School, Class of 2023 Central High School, Class of 2023Arcadia University, Class of 2027Temple University, Class of 2027 I wanted a college that could support meI chose to attend a public universityTemple academically as well as personally. I didntUniversitybecause of my financial need.want to be too far from home, because I hadI chose an urban school so that I canmy daughter at the beginning of my seniorcommute from home, and easily find many year of high school. Cost was an even biggeractivities and things to do around campus.factor than location, but thankfully I was ableAfter seeing smaller colleges, I realizedto receive multiple scholarships. Arcadia hasI would rather be around more people withless than 4,000 students, which is just thea diverse student population. right size for me, and has my intended major of pre-dentistry.Ahsan Noor Anne EtienneCentral High School, Class of 2023 Philadelphia High School for Girls, Class of 2023Saint Josephs University, Class of 2027 Thomas Jefferson University, Class of 2027I chose Saint Josephs because they offerAfter a visit to Thomas Jefferson University, many career resources that directly align withI was won over by the description of their my professional goals in the field of accounting. nursing program. During my clinical rotations, With their developed co-op programs and I will be practicing at one of the Jefferson career center, I am confident that Saint Josephshospitals, which will give me a preview of my will help thoroughly develop my opportunitiescareer. But most importantly, if all goes well,post-college. Discovering my preference forI may be able to receive a job offer. Thesmall, career-focused classrooms has taughtfinancial aid package was a major plus!me I do well in environments where I receive personalized attention.'