Diane
Make sure you really find out about the campus and what type of courses are offered.
Rita
Visit multiple schools
Caroline
Finding the right college is really a long and difficult process. There are so many schools out there that are really top notch but they may not have the homey feel that you are looking for. Keep in mind that when you are touring your top school, that you will be there for four (maybe more) years of your life. That is a long time to stay in a place that you might not like after a few months. If your top schools offer overnight stays, JUMP on it! It will really show you what the school is like and how the students act without parents around. College is a great experiance but you need to stay grounded. Keep in touch with your friends but find a balance. Without it, it will be harder to hang out with both sets of friends. The friends you meet in College will most likely be your friends forever. There are bonds made here that can never be broken. Above all, HAVE FUN but always study and do your assignments. It can really come back and haunt you. Good Luck!!
Tori
I would tell students to make sure they know and understand the financial cost and responsiblitly. Also students should pick a place that feels like a home away from home.
Shante
Pick a school where your going to feel comfortable with and your going to be able to enjoy yourself.
sara
The most important thing to do is to ask as many people as you can before entering if they have gone or heard of the college you choose. Ask their apinion of the teachers and staff, how helpfull they are and if the school has a good name for your goals. What percentage of the students get jobs when they leave? Would you perfer large or small classes? How far you want to travle if you aren't an on-campus student. Can you afford the price of tuition? In order to save money, it may be better to start off at a community college and get an assosiates and then carry on to the more expensive four year university. Some colleges are better in some academic areas then others. Some do better with disabled or learning disabled individuals. All this can be found out by asking around. If you are still undecisive, it is worth starting at any college just to get you going. A semester isn't very long. If it doesn't work out, you can always drop out and continue in a college which is more of your choice.