elliott
Go somewhere you like where you can study something you like. The rest will work itself out.
holly
just go somewhere where you feel comfortable and know has good educational teaching. Make time for friends along with your studies
Ana
research options, be realistic, know exactly the amount of pit-of pocket money you will need to pay
Sharlene
The advice that I would give to parents and/or students is to think of college education not only as a means towards a career but also as an avenue for personal enrichment. College is a great way to think and analyze views about life, consider other people's opinions, establish convictions, learn to get along with different people, explore interests, and build on opportunities to make one's life a valuable contribution to the world. I think that one of the important criteria in saying that one had a successful college experience is when one comes out of college with a better understanding of one's self and how one's uniqueness can be utilized not just for personal fulfillment but also in response to the many different needs in our world today. I would encourage students to think about this as they go through their classes, get involved in extracurricular activites, volunteer for various projects, and interact with the different people around them. "One drop in the bucket" can never be underestimated. Each of us has a valuable place in society and an opportunity to make a difference.
Laurence
Make sure that you come and visit the campus and experience a day or two within the college life. See what the classes are like and how the students interact with each other and with faculty. The best way to find a school is to research, research, research. Find what school best fits your academic wants and needs and start to apply those criteria to the institutions you have selected.
Heather
Look early your junior year is probably the best year to look at colleges. Ask lots of questions, visit the campus. Talk to alumni. Listen to what your parents have to say and the input that they have. Your parents are wise, they want what's best for you and they're probably the ones helping out with money.
Katlynn
Look at every aspect of it, including whether or not it has the program that you want to pursue. Let that come before other factors, but keep your options open always.
Marisa
Look for a college that has a strong emphasis in your major and that supports your religious beliefs.
William
Always visit the school, attempt to live on campus for a day or two, watch an athletic game, find out about scholar ships, and never be afraid of feeling akward, everyone is akward.
Erin
No one ever knows what they want to do with their life at age 18. Even if they think they know, it will change. With that in mind, it's important to find a college with as many fields as the student may be interested in. Besides looking at the list of majors though, find a campus that fits your personality. Every school feels different, and there may be something that you can't put into words that you're attracted to. Once you get to school the most important thing to do is make friends. Be outgoing even if you normally aren't, because no matter how many other people are around it's still possible to feel lonely. Also, if you're not enjoying your experience don't be afraid to change. Don't give up too easily, but these are the weird years when you have a lot of independence and usually not too many responsibilities. Be selfish about them and get the best education and experience you can, either at the school you originally choose or one that's better suited for your needs.