Choosing the right college can directly impact your career by providing the specific academic programs, professional networks, and internship opportunities aligned with your goals. Make sure you take at your college's list of majors and speak with admission and/or student affairs to understand how they want the best for you. 

To pick the right major in college, consider your interests, strengths, and long-term career goals, and research which fields align with those. It’s also helpful to explore courses early on and seek guidance from academic advisors or professionals in your areas of interest.

You can find a college’s scorecard by visiting the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard website at collegescorecard.ed.gov, where you can search by school name to view data on graduation rates, costs, average salaries, and more. This helps you compare schools based on real outcomes to make an informed decision.

You can pay for college through a combination of financial aid options such as FAFSA, scholarships, grants, work-study programs, and student loans. It’s important to apply early and explore local, institutional, and private funding sources to reduce out-of-pocket costs.