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I had a professor tell me in one of my first classes: there are three secrets to doing well in college. Work hard, play hard, and don't skip class. I can say it truly made my college years enjoyable!

Finding the right college is a daunting process. I think that going away from from home at least two hours is important. Being away from home allows you to grow and find out who you are. Staying grounded to your morals and values is very important so it is imparative to go to a place where you feel comfortable and do not give in to the many temptations that college life offers. I would suggest always keeping and open line of communication between parent and student. In the end go where you will be comfortable and able to take time to study hard in order to be a successful college student. Parties last a night, education lasts a lifetime.

First of all, students should look into the college see what programs they offer. If your looking for a specific program then that should be the colleges that you research. Also, another idea should be to take a tour of the campus, see what it is like and if it gives the student the right vibe. Another thing would be to see how much financial aid could be given for those who need it. If the student is from out-of-state joining clubs or activities would be the best way to make the most of the college experience. Meeting new people everyday is half of the college experience, it is very interesting to meet people from different ethnicites and backgrounds. Also, by meeting these new people you will make friends that could last a lifetime.

Decide what you are interested in studying, and pick a school that is strong in that field and is in a location that you will be happy in. Instead of trying to get into "good" well-known schools, focus on what is best for you personally. Be open to moving somewhere new, meeting lots of people, and making new friends. College is obviously about education, but it is also developing lasting relationships with people. Remember , you only go to college once, so enjoy yourself!!

Finding the right college is one of the hardest things you will face. Picking the correct instituition is a choice that can only be made by the student. The school has to fit ones personality and goals in life. Look closely at every possible choice. Make a visit to some possible places. Don't just go somewhere because that's where your friends are going. College is about meeting new people that will become your new friends. Also if you do not pick carefully you will lose a lot of money in learning that life lesson.

The advice i would give parents is not to worry. Students there get along with each other NMSU has a great activity center and they have volleyball games, basketball games and etc. There kids will be in good hands there. There is alot of studying places and security. As of students i do and would like to tell them that i personnally love this school. there is math centers theres english centers theres a lot of help for classes and there is alot of activities for resisdence at the university. Specially as a freshman. This school brings life to someone who doesnt have family there. When you end up graduating from NMSU you willl have a family created!!

i would have to say that it is what you make of it. anybody can go to college and make it, but it takes even less effort to fully enjoy it. for one you want to go to a place that seems like your cup of tea. it is all about how much you are willing to put in, becuase if you put in the time, the college lifestyle seems to pay off itself off ten-fold. like they say "college is the best damn time of your life" and i truely believe it now

Enjoy the learning experience at an university. Make the most of all the resources available. Offer plenty of support in any way possible.

Advice I would give to parents and students in finding the right college and making the most of the college experience is choose a college/university that makes you feel comfortable and safe. In choosing this university, also know that you are now on your own. All these things come into play once you reach this level in your education.

Where ever you go, the experience will be unlike anything you've ever gone through in your life. So I say go to the place that best suits you finacially, because if you were looking to go there, you were interested in the first place. Even if it's only a block away from your house. It will still be fun. But I do also think that if you don't like a certain kind of weather like rain or snow, stay away from that. And the bigger the better in my opinion. I am from a large town and I now go to school in a small town. It's still bigger, but I feel like, sometimes, I am still not meeting enough people. I hope that help a little.

Being on your own isn't all it's cracked up to be. You don't realize how much you needed your parents guidance till you've moved out. But hopefully you pick a college where you can thrive both academically and socially. The key to enjoying your college experience is balancing work with play. By the end of your college experience, despite mistakes you've made and because of all your accomplishments, you'll have matured into a true adult and contribution to society.

When I first came to this campus I walked down the main walk way and into the student union on an average school day. This gave me a good idea of the type of people that came to this school and I saw that there is a wide variety student life. The overall adittude I received was a very friendly and fun one. I did the same thing at other universities and the student enviroment was truely a different feeling, I didn't like it and I felt uncomfortable. My best advice to give is to visit these universities and pick the one that best suits you. Surround youself with student life that works just as hard as you do and through collaboration and cooperation success will follow wherever you choose to be. As far as choosing a college based on the education alone, keep in mind that the course cirriculum is very simular at almost every university in the country. Student life is very important and finding the one that you fit into the best is truely something to take into account when choosing your future home for the next four years.

First off, I would definitely advise parents to start saving early for their child's college fund. My mom never started a college fund for me, so I really came into this whole experience having to pay my own way through, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, however, it did somewhat have a part in my college choice. For students, I would advise them to take as many AP courses as they can. Or if their high school offers them the option to take courses at their local university, they should take advantage of it. My general education classes have not been my favorite, so if I could've already recieved credit for those in high school and just jumped right into my major, that would have been much better use of my tuition funds. I would also tell students that college isn't high school- attendence is absolutely necessary for success in any course. Other than that, I would advise students to just have fun and work hard.

Make sure to visit the campus.

parents and students need to work together and talk about what they think are the most important things a school should have in order to give the student the best experience possible.

Go with your gut feeling and don't let others influence where you want to go. Also don't let money discourage you because if you look hard enough there are a lot of scholarships out there.

Take your time and make sure all answers are answered prior to committing.

Staying local was a great choice for me. I wanted to go to other colleges to get out of my town but Im glad I didnt. It was nice being close to home and it was cheaper as well.

Think about what you are interested in, academically. Make sure that the college you attend has classes in the areas that you are most interested in because if it doesn't and you choose a university that isn't exactly adequate then you may be unhappy during your education, and will have to go through the arduous process of changing schools. Also, it is important to try sports and activities that you wouldn't normally have done before as in college there are all kinds of activities to try.

When looking for a college. You need to keep in mind three things. Location, Programs, and the future because if those three things aren't in mind you will not be able to find the best dicision for yourself. I mean you look where the school is located what programs that can help you be what you want to be, and in the future are you going to move over to the next state or stay in the state? Me personally I'm going to stay at NMSU Las Cruces, New Mexico until I graduate then go to Culinary School in San Fransico, California for gratduate school. because thats where i want to live and that's what i want to do. But NMSU can teach me a lot about the restaurant because they offer an excellent HRTM (Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism management) program. Making the most of the college experience you want to get your hands dirty get into clubs, get a job, feel the struggle from finances and homework, learning how to be organized. Just be real involved with everything and anything around you. Have fun with it and whatever problems come around just think. its not permanent.