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Visit and stay overnight, because I think that's a good way to really get to know a school. Also, applying to schools earlier than later is always a good idea.

The college process can be quite scary at first, but if you plan things right everything will run smoothly. The first thing you should do is decide what type of college you want to attend as far as size. Both a big and small college have their benefits, but only one is what you are truly looking for. After you have decided what type of college you are looking for, the next step is to do your research and look for colleges. You should then, call the colleges to set up a day to visit their campus in order to get a better idea of what they offer. Before you visit them, write down some questions you have as far as the application process, financial aid, and tuition. When you have visited all the colleges, write down the pros and cons for each college, which will help narrow down the colleges you want to apply for. Send in your applications on time and wait for your acceptance letters to arrive. Once you have been accepted by the colleges, make a decision on what college you want to attend. Finally, get ready to get involved, make new friends, and work hard.

I would highly encourage prospective students to visit the colleges they are interested in. Research online is beneficially, but it is very important to get a feel of the campus, talk to students, sit in on lectures. Get involved! That is how you meet people, make friends, and make the school yours.

Make sure you have just a vague idea of what you want to do with your life. Small schools are sually better because you can get more divided attention from your professors. Also, make sure you fill out FAFSA so that you can have an idea what you can afford. Make sure you stay at the campus for a weekend so that you can get a feel for the school as well. Also take a look at the demographics.

Finding the right college require some research. First, research the school to make sure the college offer the major the student is interested in. Second check the class sizes, this will help determine how engaging the teachers or professors are. Third, visit the school and ask questions online researching could not answer. For example: whether or not the professors or school is research based. Social and academic life on campus. Something to keep in mind, is that it might be good to ask students just walking on the quad or going to class, most will be honest with you, asking someone that work for the school may not be as beneficial because they may be biased. Fourth, narrow it down by prices, check the aid package and scholarship information. Then decide, or if possible spend a weekend there with a student, preferably someone in the intended major, some schools offer this, go to class and parties with the students and take it as a learning experience, not as a pre-college vacation. Finally, get ready for the experience and enjoy every moment!!

make sure you visit more than once. Ask regular students not part of the leadership programs at the college about the school to get a more honest answer about the school

I believe that the most important thing one can do when chosing their college they will be attending is to visit, Visit, VISIT ! One will be able to "feel" when a college is right or not right for them to attend. There are so many things you can take in on a college visit that a summary or website will not be able to tell you. By visiting you will see how the college "fits" you and how you fit in at that institution.

When choosing, look everywhere and at everything. If you don't know what you want to do (and even if you do), then go for a Liberal Arts college/university because they offer a little of everything. If you really know, then go for a strong trade school or one with a really good program in your area of study that will be able to set you up with a grad school or job right out of your undergrad years. Be aware of what schools are party schools and which are study schools and know which you want/are attending. When there, make the most of the people you meet. Some will become best friends; some coworkers in the future. Follow the rules and you can do pretty much whatever you want; be responsible because it's very different than you'll expect. Make friends with upperclassmen; they are really good sources of connections, support, and help, and having a 'big brother/sister' on campus makes all the difference when you're stressed from all the changes from high school.

The best advice to find the right college for you or your kids is to explore your options. You should start researching colleges of your interest as soon as possible and with that visit many campuses along the way. High school will be over sooner then you think, so you should not put it off until the last minute. Study hard, keeping your G.P.A high and of course start saving up your money way before you think it's necessary. This way you will have more options to choose from and won't have to worry about paying off the students loans for the rest of your life...

I think you have to understand that for your child or for yourself there does not need to be so much pressure in deciding the "right" school. The truth is wherever you go can be the "right" school. It is up to you and what you want to put into it!