Adriana
Students Get out of your home town if you feel comfortable and know what you want to do, even if you don't getting even a state a away is a nice change of pace for most high shcool kids, and if you don't like being away you can always come back I'm sure your parents would be more than happy to see you happy. Don't enroll in a specific major if you are not ready, you'll end up wasting time and money and time that way, you can always take general courses that will most likely transfer to a more specific college degree later. For parents, don't tell your kid what to do unless they're asking for it, pushing and pulling them one way or another is more than likely going to make them not want to do anything or do the opposite to get away from you. Spend time looking at housing and meal plans most colleges are good about these necessities however, there are many out there who can and will scam you. Make sure they have health care.
Kira
Pick the college you think will be best for getting you a job, and that you feel you BELONG in- regardless of price. It'll be worth it.
Tannie
I went to my college without visiting it, so I was nervous of whether or not I made the right choice. But after attending the first class, I was really enjoying myself. If you're looking for a college, make sure that you are at least 90{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} confident that you will like being there. And also, it is far better to decide what your major is because if you go in undeclared, it is possible that some classes you took before aren't necessary. Therefore, it becomes a waste of money. But there is no pressure, it is just easier to come prepared.
I was also aware that attending another college might have saved me money, but you want to look into the reputations of the school and the certain major that you are interested in. What really makes a good learning environment is how good the teachers are and the learning environment.
College is also a time to start social networking, making friends, and finding out more about yourself, so if there are opportunities for extracurricular, one should always take it. And should always have a balance between working and partying.
Alfonso
Make sure you've studied hard in High School. Find a college that you'll have fun in because it cost a lot of money.
Also choose a major that will make you some money in the future, you can always blow off steam in between classes and when you're not working. Parents, pay for as much as you can so that your children don't have to work while taking classes this takes away from their concentration and possible Law degree so save up that money any way you can. Study hard in high school and follow the degrees that will earn you money, you're dreams will always be there. I learned the hard way.
Tobias
I feel that making sure the enviroment foster learning and creativity is the most important thing to look for in a college.
Dominique
Finding the right college experience is a major factor in the career path that you choose. Both the academic and living experience should be one that nurtures the person you are. If the school is too big, the quality of education received can vary tremendously. A young adult has to be ready for the kind of independence this type of school requires. Also, the living arrangements should encourage socialization between students within different areas of study, so that the whole experience provides some culture and respect of others with different interests. Being in a creative school environment I have had the pleasure of enjoying all types of personalities from the many areas within the perfoming arts field. Because of this I think I truly enjoy what I am learning. This makes the whole experience easier. I stay busy with studying or projects and I am more focused on moving forward with my career. Therefore, I guess realizing the type person you are attributes to making the right choice of college. This would allow you to make the most of the college experience.
Davis
Make sure it is the school that will give you what you want to learn. Don't go by what you see on their websites, ads, and etc
Melody
One really important thing when you are chosing a college is that you make sure that the career path you are chosing is one you are really ready for and passionate about and the college you are looking into needs to be passionate about it as well. It is so very rewarding to go to college for something that you are very passionate about and you will be very successful in the end because of that passion. Make sure that they have a great financial aid department that offers lots of financial planning and solutions for students that need financial support. This is hugely important when finding a college. You will greatly need that support at one time or another. If find all of this in a college than you are guarranteed to have a very memorable and happy college experience.
Fred
My advice for students is to do a very good research for the school you want to go because that's going to be your future.
Alyssa
When I sat reading the acceptance and rejection letters I had received my senior year that is a moment I will never forget. I made my decision to attend a private school, it offered what I was looking for. Many of my friends would be off to state schools and other private institutions. I knew deep inside I made the right choice. I took a good look at where I was going and why I made the first step in getting there. You will have your own reasons for choosing the school you would like to attend. If you don't make it into your first choice don't be upset, when one door closes a window opens somewhere else and that window of opportunity will make or break you. Take risks, and never take no for an answer without asking why. You may exceed in one class and need help in another. Always ask for help and if you don't know how find a friend who will help you ask. The friends you meet in college will most likely have the same goals as you do, lean on eachother. Make the most of it and do your best!