Ivy
Do what you want to do! Don't think about what will make you the most money in the future, go after what you are most passionate about and your school years will be so much more fun and will be alot less stressful.
Emily
My advice to parents and students would be to first of all narrow your choices down to 3-4 colleges and take at least 1 trip to visit and look around. When you have narrowed it down to 1-2, take a second trip and really look around as well as talk to admissions and academic advisors for your certain area. When deciding, not only look at the college for your carrer choice, but also look at it for your comfort, you will be there for at least 4 years, you want to enjoy those years. Look at their activites and what would interest you. Last, while in college enjoy your time, but remember why you are there. If you major in only socializing, your academics and career will be in jepordy. Find a balance between school, work and social activities.
Collin
Do not rush into what seems to be the easiest or most attractive college at first; often you will find that many of the best choices are less flashy than others and contain more subtle, but far more beneficial characteristics than the common first picks.
Alexandra
My advice to a parent of future college student would be to figure out what you want from a college and what you hope to gain from college. After you do that research and visit colleges in order to determine if they even meet your criteria in what you want from a college. Then if they offer what you want look at post-graduation employment record, housing facilities, and how they plan on personally helping the student to exceed. Each one of these is important in determining where you should attend school. Remember that sometimes your first choice isn't always your best choice and that it is okay to change your mind trust me I say that with lots of experience and now I am completely happy with my choice. Good luck.
Adam
Most importantly, understand the financing of school and understand your loans, grants, and financial aid! Second, be patient and take your time. You learn an incredible amount about yourself and who you are while you attend college. Make sure you enjoy the experience, you're there to learn how to be smarter than everyone else! When you go to college, you are part of the elite. Make sure you don't waste your time, money, and education! Make sure that you make friends while you're there and just have a good time. Don't stress out on everything, but don't put everything off. Get your work done, then have some fun.
andrea
Choose the school that suites your academic needs. Sure, it's fun to go to the big school that has all the athletics and sororities/fraternities, but school is only four years and if you don't get a quality education and don't stay focused at school and instead let other factors hinder your performance, then you will have wasted so much time and money. Get involved in other campus activities to meet new friends yet, always keep your academics as your number one priority. :)
Angela
When choosing a school, make sure that you visit the campus and talk with advisors and professors. It is even a great idea to talk to students of different ages to see if they are getting the proper education and experience out of the school that they chose. If your thoughts and wants are similar to theirs, it will be likely that you will be satisfies with your choice. Do not base your decisions of those of your friends, because you may not end up wanting the same things out of life. Every school has something to offer, but there is always a right choice for everyone. Don't be afraid to expand your horizons and research!
Ashley
I would recommend parents to not make their children work over 15-20 hrs a week, unless it is financially impossible for the student to live at home and the parents supporting him/her. I would also recommend that the parents encourage their child and make sure they are doing well in their classes. College is a big deal and is usually a life changing experience for those that apply themselves.
Christian
Plan your financial future early, and don't go to a school because of its name. Look to make sure that they have programs that you are interested in.
Abbey
Research your prospective schools.