What you will need:
A book or website with a list of colleges
A guidance counselor or college advisor
Step 1:
Have a talk with your guidance counselor. She’s seen it all—and will be able to offer suggestions based on your grades and interests.
Step 2:
If you have overbearing parents, ignore them. It’s time to start making choices for yourself. If they refuse to give you some leeway, threaten to get your face tattooed.
Step 3:Think about where you’d like to live. If you like to spend your leisure time playing craps, make a list of colleges near...