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Finding the right college is a big decision that can only be made by the student. I say this becasue many students end up attending schools that their parents wanted them to go to. The parents will not being attending the school and experiencing things, the student will. The student needs to think about what they want to get out of their time spend st the school. Think about things like, do I want to make a lot of friends or am I here just to learn. Think about the location in which your school is, is there convience or not. All in all the student should think about exactly what they want and if the college they chose can give them what they want.

Make sure you visit the school first, possibly for a weekend or at least overnight DURING the school year to really get a feel for the people and the atmosphere on that campus.

Definitely visit the school. Visit as often as possible, and try to receive the most diverse experiences as possible. You will never know if you like a school unless you see it. I think it is important to be yourself at school this will allow you to be happiest. Don't get discouraged and be patient. For example, don't transfer right away and give the school a chance. You will more than likely find something that you appreciate about it.

If I were to give students/parents advice I would tell them to not worry about the money or how much a school. Choose a school that you can see yourself spending the rest of your life on that campus. Consider class sizes and academic programs/services. Also, I think it is important that the parents/students check out the social life. Even though parents don't want their students to party, it is important that they are able to make friends on campus. It is easier to meet friends if you are in a social setting. The school should have activities for the students to participate in. Once you find the right college, don't be afraid to try new things. For example, if you have never skiied before and the school offers it, TRY IT!!! Also, I think it is important to take classes that you are interested in & these classes don't have to relate to your major. It feels good to go to a class that you actually love and apreciate. Also, experiment with different classes. Chose something that is wild and crazy. Most importantly, live life to the fullest. College is four great years!!!!

First, you should consider the area, or areas in which you think you would want to study. Check to make sure the college has a variety of majors and minors, in case you change your mind (which is highly likely). Visit the potential colleges and ask yourself if the campus feels right to, if it feels 'homey', and would you be comfortable on the campus? Some students don't like large campuses, and others prefer smaller ones. Talk with some of the students on campus, and ask their opinions about the school, what they like about it, what they don't like, and what they are studying. If you get the chance, try to meet a faculty member, and ask him or her about what they teach, what they think classes are like, ect. To make the most of your college experience, get involved on campus. Sure, you need to study, but you can't just sit in your dorm room forever. It will get boring. Ask about different volunteer organizations near you campus, join clubs, and talk with people. You will meet your best friends in college, and getting involved with the school can help you make lasting friendships.

I would suggest to other students and parents- to 'shop around' for the best possible programs;making sure that they will be condusive in meeting all the scholastic / academic needs of the student;as well as affordability .To me, also important is the ratio of professors to each student ,what resources will be made available to the student ( i.e.work-study,employment off/on campus)and the meal plans are significant as well.There may be other variables as well to make the most of the college experience.

Go to school in a city. Somewhere where you have more than your school to fulfill your needs.

Being a first time college student, a student should pick a school that is made for him/her rather than the name of that college. Everyone is not made for big campuses, lecture halls with 200 people, or the lack of teacher/ student interaction. A student should not pick a college because that is where their friends will be attending school, but a college should be picked based on how successive you want to be when you are done.

Flipping through vintage records at Jerry's Vinyl Store you make the discovery of a lifetime! Can this be? You are face to face with the record of your dreams! In disbelief you check the cover again. Aloud you read, "The Beatles, White Album." Patience, hard work and research helped you achieve your goal. After visiting many record stores you finally found the right one! Wearing a smile on your face you proceed towards the cashier. Saving up all that hard-earned money definitely paid off! You never gave up because anything is possible. A positive outlook motivated you to fulfill your dream. It wasn't the record that mattered most, but the experience you had getting there. Success comes to those who are passionate and never give up. Dreams become a reality when you work for them. Most importantly surround yourself with good people who can help you to achieve your wildest dreams and don't give up. I never did and I finally graduated after many obstacles were put in my path. But the experience prepared me for life as well as creating a whole new set of goals!

Take time to look at colleges that have a lot of diversity, and numerous opportunites to learn. Make sure you know a little bit about what kinds of classes and major the school offers. Know what you like and dislike; if a larger college campus appeals to you, don't apply to a school that has a small student population, and vice versa. To make the most of your college experience, don't change yourself, or try to be someone you're not. You'll make your closest friends if you just be yourself. College is a time to let yourself go, but don't get carried away. Take time for your studies, but also give yourself time to relax.