Anthony
Parents and students should visit various universities in order to decide if the university's atmosphere feels right. They should also take into consideration things such as: size of the university and class, instructors availibility, cost, surrounding area, and etc. In making the most of their college experience, they should have a great balance between school work and fun (relax and having fun enjoying the college life but handle business and get work completed). If one starts on assignments as soon as the assignment is gaven, than one can finish early and relax. The student should also live on campus for at least one year to possess the full college experience.
kevin
The student must be happy in order for success to reach potential
Miss
Investigate, research and stay involved. Although your child is a college student they still need you.
Carlette
Take your time to figure what it is that you are looking for. Making sure to really research your school and your major. Look into shadowing someone in the field that you want to go into. Don't rely on your school to get you an internship start looking and interview during your freshman year don't take no for an answer.
Jovon
The advice I would give students and parents about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience are to first to visit the colleges you think you can truely believe you can stay at for four years. Most colleges do have college tours where they let you visit everything from classrooms to dorm rooms. After you do decide on a college visit the neighborhood too. you should see how far stores and banks and other establishments are from your school. i would also advice to have fun. even though you are in college these four years are the pathway to your future and something you will remember for the rest of your life. you will enjoy college more if you do other things then focus on your books but do know your priorties.
Mekka
Be ready for the change and be ready to learn, not just in the class room but at any facility on campus, be it the gym, the cafateria, or just sitting out side of your housing unit!. This is going to be some of the best times of your life! so embrace the change!
Bianca
College is one of the best years of a student?s life. It is a time for making new friends and discovering who you are. As with every decision that you make in life, choosing the right college takes time. You must look at your current situation and develop a plan in order to choose wisely. You must also decide on your major and research various colleges in order to get the most out of your education. You must also take advantage of scholarships and grants, using loans as a last resort. Pay attention to deadlines and do not take rejection personally, just apply for more. After you have found the right college, explore different extra curricular activities that are offered on campus. Also staying in a campus dorm gives you a true college experience. It gives you a chance to prove to your parents that you can handle responsibility and gives you a chance to interact with different types of people. You will always find yourself wanting to go to parties and clubs instead of studying but you must keep your priorities in order. Do not forget why you went to college in the first place.
Toni
Take a campus tour of the desired colleges, do research about tuition, student population, campus life, and area surrounding the campus.
Britanni
Research the school's programs and history. Stay well informed about scholarships as well as grants. Learn time management skills as well as maintaining self-control.
Kandon
Make sure you definally like where you plan to go, because you will be there for 4 years or more.