Andrea
I would tell myself to set my priorities straight. Unlike high school the professors expect a lot more from you. I would also continue practicing self-discipline. And just learn to have a balanced life. There's time for fun but more time needs to be dedicated to school work. This goes back to having your priorities straight. If your priority isn't to get a good education than wait to go to college.
Nick
Just pick the right school for you
Hans
Find a school that you can put faith in their professors as teachers that are well learned in the area of expertise and that has a healthy campus atmosphere. Take your studies seriously and complete all assignments and reading due on time while providing time to have a social life and be involved in school events and group hangouts, and keep up with your physical needs as well as your mental needs; go to the gym once in a while, ride a bike, go for a jog, just get outside.
Tara
Students need to go with their gut feeling. Dream big and do not place limitations of themselves. They only get one chance to go to college, and they need to make the most of it. Go to a place where you will be intellectually stimulated and eager to learn. Study hard, and do not waste the money you are spending. To make the most of the experience, live in the dorms. You will build relationships that will last a lifetime, and the dorm is the best place to start. College is a fun experience. Its a lot of work, but it is worth it. Parents, your child will need all the support they can get. Encourage them and support them in everyway you can.
Abbie
Dont' attend college days. That does not adequately show the "real" experience. The food is always better during this time, and they make an extra effort to make the college look appealing. When I was looking at schools, I always visited them when they didn't have a special event taking place. I felt like I got a better picture of what it would be like to attend the different schools.
Tara
My advice to looking parents and students is to research the alumni's approval rating as well as notice the quick or slow responses of the school as you contact them as this can be a determination on the organization and stability of the enrollment offices. Once you have a chance, be sure to ask detailed questions to the financial aid office such as loans, scholarships, and end of the year fees. Be sure to research the percentage of drop outs after the freshman year as this can also be a determining factor in students who are unhappy with the school's function. Be sure to see the dorms, my experience was not a good one as our hall had cockroaches and mice in it. Visit the campus when it is not a college days time. Perhaps in the middle of the week if possible to see the atmosphere and culture of the campus when they are not hosting a large group of people. Lastly, be sure you want to invest a large amount of money into that specific college because there may be a better option where you will get more for your money at a better institute.
lewis
Going to college is more then a sheet of paper but its about growing to be the man or woman that makes their dreams into reality. College is about knowledge and friendship, pain and experience, college is about self discover and exploring new terretory.