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College Decision Matrix

Got multiple acceptances? Score each school on the factors that matter most to you, weight them by importance, and see which school wins objectively. No more second-guessing.

Your admitted schools

Decision factors (drag weight slider to set importance)

Real cost (net price after aid)

Strength of your major/department

Career outcomes for your field

Cultural / social fit

Location and distance from home

Honors program / special admit status

Brand prestige

Weather and geography

Score each school (1 = poor, 5 = excellent)

Factor
Real cost (net price after aid)(w10)
Strength of your major/department(w9)
Career outcomes for your field(w8)
Cultural / social fit(w7)
Location and distance from home(w5)
Honors program / special admit status(w4)
Brand prestige(w3)
Weather and geography(w2)

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