Adult IQ College School Research Worksheet

Make informed decisions. Compare your options. Find the right college fit.

The Adult IQ College School Research Worksheet is a practical tool designed to help student-athletes and families go beyond the name, reputation, or athletic program of a college and take a deeper look at what each school actually offers.

With so many factors involved in choosing a college, having a structured way to research, compare and evaluate your options can make the decision much clearer.

What You’ll Get Inside

Academic Research

• Majors and degree programs

• Admission requirements

• Academic standards

• Graduation considerations

• Academic support resources

Athletic Research

• Team and program information

• Coaching staff

• Level of competition

• Position and roster considerations

• Training and development opportunities

Financial Research

• Tuition and fees

• Scholarships

• Financial aid

• Housing costs

• Additional college expenses

• Questions to ask about the true cost of attendance

Campus & Lifestyle

• Campus environment

• Location

• Housing

• Student life

• Transportation

• Distance from home

• Overall campus fit

College Comparison

• Compare multiple schools side-by-side

• Identify strengths and concerns

• Record important information

• Evaluate your priorities

• Create a clearer picture of each opportunity

Questions & Decision-Making

• Questions to ask coaches

• Questions to ask admissions

• Questions to ask financial aid

• Important information to verify

• Personal notes and observations

• Final evaluation of each school

The Benefits

✓ Make better-informed decisions
Instead of relying on first impressions, you'll have a structured way to evaluate the complete college opportunity.

✓ Compare schools objectively
Put academics, athletics, finances, campus life and other priorities side-by-side.

✓ Avoid overlooking important details
The worksheet helps you investigate areas that can easily be missed during the recruiting process.

✓ Save time and stay organized
Keep your research in one place rather than searching through scattered websites, emails and notes.

✓ Identify the right fit
The best college isn't necessarily the biggest name or the strongest athletic program. It's the school that fits your goals, needs and future.

✓ Build confidence in your decision
The more informed you are, the better prepared you are to make a decision based on facts rather than emotion or pressure.

The Bottom Line

Don't choose a college based on what you see. Choose it based on what you know.

The Adult IQ College School Research Worksheet gives athletes and families a practical framework to research, compare, evaluate and make informed decisions about their college opportunities.

Research. Compare. Evaluate. Make an informed decision.