Choosing between several nearby community colleges doesn't have to be a taxing process.

Students should examine the strengths and weaknesses of nearby community colleges and choose the school that best meets their personal needs, experts say. Attending a community college was the best way to save money before transferring to a four-year university. A lot of students must have this question : With several community colleges in the area, which one should I choose?

With more than 1,100 community colleges in the country, according to 2015 statistics from the American Association of Community Colleges, prospective students may have several campuses from which to choose. The key to evaluating them, experts say, is to ask questions based on personal goals and needs.