As the demand for college graduates increases, it is critical (from both supply and demand perspectives) that students choose the postsecondary option that best meets their needs. Improved college readiness is an important first step to better informed choices about college. Parents and students need access to easy-to-understand data to make the best choice possible. This brief paper provides information that can help parents and students make better college choice. (Contains 1 footnote and 5 resources.)