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If I could give high school seniors and their parents advice it would be to make sure if they pick a school far away from their hometown, that they're sure that is what they really want. I go to school near home and I absolutely love it. I have the best of both worlds; I have my family near, and I get to experience college life at the same time. I have friends that wanted to experience college in its "fullest," so they moved far away from home for school, and they are completely unhappy and homesick now. Many students get excited about college, yet they do not think of all of the aspects of what really makes them happy. Family is a big part of many peoples lives, and leaving them for a year may be harder than what they thought. Students should really put thought into how far they travel for college.

Whever you go, you will most likely be happy.

Find a department that is right for you, and remember that you may change your direction once you start your undergrad courses. The experience you will have greatly depends on if you are a transfer student, or freshman; either way it is important to speak to other students who are in a similar situation. It is important to find an institution whose Professors are engaged with the student body, and available to their students. If you are interested in activities on-campus, or are considering living on campus you might want to find a school that is not a commuter school. The best advice I can give anyone making a decision about, "getting the most of the college experience", is to work hard. Yes, it is tempting to forget about your studies when there are distractions, however education is a privlage, not a right. The resources available to students at Universities are inumerable and should not be taken for granted.

I would tell people to get involved with the school and also manage your time. When all work and no play, tends to make people go crazy and no social life. All play and no work, tends to get people horrible grades. By balancing out time, we are able to have able to have study time with social life. Time management is the key.

Deciding on what college to attend is one of life's most important decisions. First, a student and their parents need to find out what the student would like to major in. It is not uncommon to change majors, but thinking of what career path will be undertaken helps to whittle down a list of possible colleges. Often, students in high school desire to go to schools that their close friends are attending. This can be a mistake if that college is not the right fit for the individual. When students and parents visit colleges, go talk to students, and if possible, faculty or school staff members. Parents and students should look at many different colleges (different size colleges, out of state schools) to ensure that they will be making the best decision. College is an exciting and demanding time for both students and their parents. With a little planning and an open mind, the right school can be chosen for both student and parents.

Tuition plays a big role in selecting a college to go to. If an individual is looking to further their education in graduate school, they should go to a reputable, yet economical, undergraduate school. It will all pay off in the end when the college student is not as far in debt as their peers. If possible, the student should live at home while going to college. This will allow them to save money for tuition and books. If they are lucky, they may not even need to take out loans since they will be living rent free. Not having a monely rent payment will limit their worries so they can put more of their energy into thier studies. Students should start taking their major courses early on so they are not overwhelmed with the workload.

I decided to go to a community college out of high school before heading to a 4-year university and I feel that I was better prepared for a 4-year. For every person it is different, my reason for attending a community college was because financially my parents and I couldn't afford anything more, but I think that in order to find the right college you should make sure you get your applications in on time, look at campuses you are interested in and figure out what you are looking for out of a college/university. Once you find the right school the next step would be to find what interests you and get involved on your campus. The key to success in college is to find a balance between a social life and passing your classes. You won't enjoy college if you never go out and have fun with your friends. You are only young once and deserve a chance to let of some steam every once in a while; but your academics are important too, so set goals for yourself, stay organized and focused then go have fun and live it up.

It is important to actually go and visit colleges, and possibly go somewhere that is not five minutes from your high school. It is important to go to a new place with a different environment and different people. I made the wrong decision in going to CSUF, and I am planning on transferring to a new school in the Fall 2009 semester. Hopefully I can go to SFSU up north. Anyway, I really think it's a big deal to see what college will fit you best. Not what your parents want, not what all your friends say you should go to, but what you think suits you the best.

Look for campuses that fit your personality. Something that makes you feel welcome and not intimidated. Also, take advantage of your college resources and focus on coursework.

Make sure you select a college that fits you and not your friends or parents. Don't let outside influences dictate where you attend college. Ask a lot of questions of faculty, especially about their teaching techniques. The more outside, real-world experience the faculty can bring into the classroom, the better off you will be. Stay on top of things, do NOT procrastinate, and don't let your social life interfere with your education, there will be plenty of time for social activities after you graduate. Remember, you or your parents are paying for this education, it is not high school. Teachers are there to instruct, advise and assist, not babysit you through the graduation process. If you get depressed about schoolwork, find an outlet (not drugs or alcohol related) that will allow you to decompress and release stress. If you can afford it, I would recommend skydiving. I have been doing this for over 10 years, and this being my second go around in college, found that this alleviated my stress. Good luck and enjoy, college can be some of the best years of your life-to-date and treasured going forward.

Two major things: (1) It is best to have a good idea of what you want out of the college and, maybe even more important, (2) you should be leaning heavily towards one specific major. If you know what you want out of college, it will make your decision much easier. Some important things to consider when "school-shopping "include: finding a campus that is renowned for getting students into a career right after college, finding a campus that is comfortable - in and out of the classroom (or even the environment surrounding the campus), and finding a campus that has very knowledgable professors. With regards to having a good idea of a major you want to pursue, I think this is crucial in the college search process. Once you have an idea of what you want to major in, you can visit campuses (or even email) and ask very specific questions to the professors tied to that major. It is very important to find a school that is distinguished in the area (major) you wish to pursue. You are going to college to better yourself in life afterwards - know this and choose one that will be most effective.

When looking for the right college, it is best to look for a school that is well known and has a good program for the major that you plan on going into. Other things to also consider is: distance, financial issues, and other things that you might was to do while attending school, like getting a job. My advice on making the most of the college experience is,to make sure you don't have too many things to do at once. Just because you're in college, doesn't mean you have to stress yourself out. Try taking simple classes at first, in order to get yourself better acquainted with the school. Try joining clubs and organizations that deal with your major, for example if you're going into communications, join the advertisment club. This was you can make friends with those would have similar interests as you and they are able to help you out with any questions you might have with school. Lastly, never hesitate to ask anyone questions; if you need help with anything, just ask. Weather it be a professor, student, advisor, or just someone walking around school; no one minds giving a helping hand.

find a school that has a good program for your major. something affordable. get involved with some activities, whether it is intramural sports or clubs

Talking to an advisor to make sure you are studying the right courses for your interests. Also, I would recommend living on campus the first year of school. It really helps with networking and being informed of all events on campus and within the campus housing department. Taking tours of the campus and meeting faculty will also help in deciding where the student will best feel fit.

I would give people the advice that in order to choose the right college, they need to go to the college first. You should see if you like the environment first, because that is the most important. also you should look at what that school is known for, so you know what kind of school you are getting yourself into. College is a time for you to make a new chapter in your life. Its a time to be someone you wanted to be in high school and you dont have to worry about people judging you, because they dont know you yet. Get active and join some clubs. If you play a sport, and are not at the collegiate level, there is intramural which is a great way to play the sports you love and meet new and interesting people.

College is the most crucial level of education in preparing for your future. Be very picky about the colleges you apply to. Be sure the school offers the precise degree you want; has ample funding; provides on-campus housing or affordable off-campus housing; emphasizes multiculturalism, and fosters learning in many different ways. Check on the professors' backgrounds and the student to instructor ratio. Look for volunteer opportunities to fill out your resume. Above all, visit the campus and sit in on a class if possible--interview professors you are likely to have in class. You cannot be choosy enough when it comes to picking your college.

Apply everywhere, and if you find you want to switch majors, DO IT! Don't just lie aroud thinking someone will talk 2 u bc they won't. Be brave, join clubs, make frends, party a little, but get your shit done. When you graduate u wanna be a better person than when u entered. that is all! Lauren, out!

To find right college: Don't go to college that your parents forces you to go Think about your major and try to find appropriate college To make the most of the college experience: join clubs! find new friends get along with them don't just stuck in the library and study 24/7 Enjoy finals and sleepless if you have to!

In finding the right college, I believe it is important you choose a university that has a great department for the student's chosen major. If you are still unsure of your major, you should spend time at a junior college and take advantage of our general education requirements to see what you are passionate about. You can make the most of it by really getting into all of the general education classes, because you will start to see how all of these classes are connected and you can begin to get a better understanding of the world around us. Students should also whole-heartedly put into the time suggested for studying; for every hour in class, spend two hours outside of class studying. There is nothing more rewarding than gaining knowledge and getting good grades. No night out partying could feel better than getting straight A's. I know from experience. Also, if you have chosen a college that has a great department for your major, you will have great opportunities to prepare for your future, which is the reason we're in college in the first place. :)

I think that parents should not be afraid of letting their children attend the college of their choice even if it might mean moving away and having to dorm somewere else. It is a great life experience to try something different and live life. I also think students should really look into the school that they want to attend and get as much imformation from that school as possible. This will help the student understand what they are to expect of the campuse.