<p>Remember also that there are lots of schools that will give you scholarships for your GPA and SAT scores. Explore options that will minimize the financial burden of college, especially if you want to pursue grad school. Going somewhere cheap where you’ll excel academically will help in the long run.</p>
<p>There’s still so many schools that are open to you where you can get a great education and come out doing well. Top schools aren’t the only ticket to success.</p>