When you start the process early, you have time to do your research and build a list of colleges that are right for you. You won't have to apply to a few nearby or big-name schools at the last minute.
Your goal is to come up with a short list of schools where you'll apply. Zinn thinks about seven is the sweet spot: Two reaches, Two targets, Two safety schools, and One more you want to mix in.
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