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The best way to make the right college decisions is to make a list of pros and cons. It is not which list is longer but which list holds the most weight which will help to determine what school is best. For example, I am a very picky eater and did not have a car my first year. Therefore, a school that offered different meal options on campus would be weighted heavier than one that did not have a good meal plan but various restaraunts nearby.

My best advice in choosing a college would be to not listen simply to what the school tells you they offer and how it is run. Rather, ask the students themselves how much they enjoy their experience at the college, what they like and dislike, and what extra-cirricular activities are offered there. And don't ask the students there are orientation day who are instructed to build up the school and say only positive things, but ask students who don't have to hold anything back. Another great idea is just to sit in on a class and experience it for yourself. You can tell a lot about a school and it's atmosphere by sitting in on a class or two!

Visit the college the student plans on attending. Stay in the dorms so they can get the feel of the college community.

To students I would say: Go away for college. To parents I would say: Let them go. They need it. Whether or not they are ready isn't the point. You grow up pretty quickly when you don't have on your own with no one to bail you out. As far as the right college goes, today the main thing that matters is that you actually have a degree. I would also say that it is important to get involved in campus life and activities. Peopole who don't get involved don't enjoy college life.