Determine which colleges will offer you the most money in scholarships or grants to attend their school.
Understand which colleges have the most merit in the field you are pursuing. It is important to make sure that you are making a wise investment in your future. Choosing a college that has a terrible engineering program just because they will give you a full-ride scholarship is not always the best option.
Research the tuition costs of all the schools you are interested in. You should also research what percent of students from each institution graduate college and are able to find a job.
Choose the college that is the best fit for your budget, your goals and your personality.