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My first advice to parents and/or students about finding the right college is to evaluate the type of person that you are. Someone who is really active and really enjoys being in the city should not go to a small college. I also believe that in order to make the most out of the college experience, a student has to be open to new ideas, new friends, and be willing to become an active member in the new community. The community that the school is in should be thought of as the new home. That is where a student will be spending 95{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of their time at. Once you think of the community as your home, it is essential to get involved. Students should be involved in school and school activities. Alot of people always says it is not what you know, but who you know. The people that you meet in college can open up alot of doors and opportunities and that is essential to making the most out of the college experience. By becoming involved you will make life-long friends and opportunities and you will make a difference in a postive way.

To students, I know exactly what you are going through. I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life. All i knew is that I wanted to go to college. I have no idea how many colleges I visited. When I went to visit Ohio University, I remember seeing the campus lights from the highway that night and driving uptown right through the middle of campus and before I even got out of the car i felt like i was at home. I guess the most important advice I have for you is to choose the college best for YOU. Don't go to a college because your friends are going there or because your parents went there. Your true friends will always be there for you. This is a time to start fresh and grow! To parents, don't worry. They're going to be ok. But most importantly, if they forget to call you for a couple days, it doesn't mean they don't love you or they forgot about you. We are always thinking about you, i promise!

Find a school that fits like a shoe. Don't spend a million dollars.

There are alot of things that go into picking a school. First of all the size of the school is very important. If it is too big you will get lost and too small you wont have fun. Make sure there is a good social life. If not your child will not have fun. Also get out of the state you live in and meet new people

My dad said I would just "know" when I had found my right school. Just like my older brother had found his place at a small, private college, I found mine at Ohio University. The tree-lined streets just said "college" to me. I attended a small high school. I had been involved in just about every sport and activity in high school that would fit on a college application. I liked the feeling of walking down my high school's hallways and knowing each face I met. My transition to Ohio University was a tough one. It was so easy to slip into the background at such a large campus. Students who were involved in clubs I was interested in just seemed more mature, more--put together than I thought I could be. My first quarter was stressful, and I wasn't sure it turned out the way I'd planned. After Winter break, however, I resolved to change my life on campus. I joined a sorority, several intramural teams, and started attending different club's meetings just to see what they were all about. I made more friends, more contacts, and more memories. I love MY Ohio University.

Take your time in the decision and if possible try to know what major you want to pick. Go through the catalogs with your parents to plot a course of classes to take to graduate, mapping out each year. Sometimes advisors sign you up for classes that you may not really need.

The number one thing that all students need to consider before they choose a college is to make sure they are ready to deal with the realities of life. This giant step into college throws a person into adulthood, whether they are ready or not. Maturity and self control are very important, and are put to the test during the first few years of college. Realizing that maybe your studies are not the most important thing to you at this moment can save you lots of money and a wasted experience. For those that are prepared to fully accept the challenges presented by the college experience, choosing a college is not as important as choosing the path that you would like to take. Find a college that reflects your views as a person, and then find a track that suits your personality and helps you become the person that YOU want to be. Remember, this is not just training for a job, its training for the rest of your life. Take it seriously, and enjoy the many options that are opened to you by experiencing the fun, and the challenges, of college life.

Work hard, this is the beginning of the rest of your life.

I would advise them to try and make the best out of any institution they attend; choose a university that has your best interests in mind, the more happy you are with your choice, sometimes plays a role in how well you do in school. If you are a person who likes to have more of a one-on-one learning experience choose a place that has small classrooms; though some classes are big such as lectures, but choose one with the majority of the classes being small. Take advantage of the network and friendships that you create while your in college. This will be helpful in the future or when you need help, with anything, just create resources and use the available resources that are supplied for you.

Visit, research in great detail, be honest with yourself and each other, and once you get there GET INVOLVED. Most of all, learn what resources are available to you via the campus - some students never even go in the library until their third year, and that its ridiculous. Find student organizations, learn about the tutoring, talk to your professors, do your work, explore opputunities, and meet some new people.

When deciding which college to enroll in there are many factors a student must take in to consideration. You need to visit all of the schools you are interested to see which one you could really see yourself at. You also need look in to financial aid and the amount you are willing to pay for your degree. If you have a major in mind make sure that college has your major. You also should make sure that the school provides many opportunities for your benefit throughout school. While in college you should do your best and wok hard to succeed, but you should also have a social life because that is also important for after college. You learn many lessons in class but while out of class you are always learning new things, especially because you are on your own. Don't get too stressed because after you take that really hard test there is nothing you can do to change it! Have fun!!

Take a college visit, but don't base your decision on the appearence of the campus. Try to choose a college based on your study of interest and not just because your friends go there, or because you hear they are the #2 party school. Once you're at school, you'll realize within the first week if its for you.

The besy advice I can give is to actually visit the colege campus you are thinking about attnding. The on-line literature and university sent brochures can only tell you what is offered, both academically and socially. It doesn't actually give you a feel for the campus. To me how the student actually feels on campus is just as important as to whether the college offers the right classes, enough financial aid, and even how close to home it is. For the student and parent have to both realize that for the greater part of the next 4 years thge campus will be the students home. As such you want to pick a campus that the student is going to feel comfortable walking around.

Find the one that speaks to you the most and everything else should fall into place.

Determine what your strengths and interests are. Focus on classes that you did well in highschool and if you enjoyed those classes. This will help determine what classes you should take. Visit the campuses that you are interested in attending. Schedule time to take a campus tour and try to speak to the students and professors. Ask lots of questions. Determine which school best suits your needs. Also, during your first year, give yourself plenty of time to adjust to campus life. It is a big change. Be friendly and you will make friends. Balance your social and academic life. Reach out to your parents on a regular basis and let them know how you are adjusting. Always remember you are not going through this experience alone. Relax, enjoy your classes and college experience.

Choosing the right college can be very difficult. There are so many different things you have to think about when deciding you can become very overwhelmed. The majors and cost of the schools are very important to consider but I think the key is to take a step back and look at the school where you can feel the most at home. After all, that?s exactly what school will be to you for however long you?re there; your home. That?s a big reason I chose OU, because the campus is so beautiful and I felt comfortable and at home here from day one. As long as you pick a school where you are comfortable and feel at home, you can make it the best college experience possible. All you have to do is just be yourself, be outgoing and take advantage of every opportunity you can. It?s amazing all the options and opportunities universities can offer you if you just take advantage of them. Don?t let them slip by because they won?t be there forever. Good luck on your search and remember you must always feel comfortable no matter who or where you are.

To parents, whe advising your children over selecting a college, advise them to be timely but, don't rush them. Be supportive of who your child is and help them to find a school that best fits them. If your child is an artist, don't stick them in a hugely scientific school just because of its notoriety. Also, show a genuine interest throughout the selection process and into attendance; your child will feel more at ease and will probably adapt a little easier knowing they've had your approval, or at least your help throughout. To students, be investigators when choosing. Don't just digest information that is meant to highlight attributes. Decide what you want in a school and ask the questions you need answered to find that ideal place, or the closest thing to it. When you get into school, find activities- ones you think you'll love, ones that just sound spiffy maybe even ones you never thought you would. College genuinely is what you make of it, meet new people and don't be shy. Opportunities abound and it can be overwhelming but, this is your chance to dive in. So go for it!

Do not cut yourself off from help. I got so much help from my parents, advisors, teachers and friends on every aspect of the college experience. My support network helped me choose a school that was right for me and then continued to help me find financial aid and extra opportunities throughout the long process. Without this help, I would have struggled to find the chances that I have been able to take advantage of since I have arrived at Ohio University. People want to help you succeed, so let them. Make sure you attend every college presentation and search through the thousands of pamphlets mailed to you about all the options that are available. Ask your advisor about local scholarships and grants that might be obtainable. You would be surprised some of the money that is available to you right in your backyard. Also, talk to your parents about their expectations. They are sometimes the best people to help you choose a school that is right for you; after all they did raise you! In the end, the decision is yours to make, but it doesn't hurt to have some help along the way.

I think that picking the right college is one of the most important decisions I've made. I know this because I picked the wrong one at first. After one semester I transfered to Ohio University and I enjoyed it so much more. The people you meet at college will most likely become your life long friends. The college you attend also influences the way you act and the way you view certain areas of life in general.

Research your colleges extensively because the best college for you isn't always the first one you find.