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I would tell the parents to relax and let their kids find the right school for them. It will be hard to adjust but remember they gave their kids the tools they need to get by in life now its their child's turn to implement those tools. I would tell the students that finding the right college may be difficult but it's not impossible. Make a choice based on your gut feeling and then go into it with an open mind. Be willing to meet new people and try new things. The most random experiences tend to be the ones they'll always remember. I would also tell the kids to not forget about their parents and remember where they came from. Campus life can be hard at times and staying connected to home will definately help keep them grounded. Another thing I would impress upon is the fact that there are so many things to do on campus and people to meet so don't get stuck in the same humdrum pattern for all four years. Be spontaneous and always smile, it'll attract people to you. Finally, enjoy every minute of it, it goes by fast!

Lokk for a college were you will be most comfortable.

Students need to think of what they truly need in a college. For me I knew that I wanted a small college that wasn't in the city so that is what I looked for. If you don't pick a college setting that you truly eant to be a part of then the college experience will not be as good for you. Also don't waste your time applying to tons of schools narrow it down to five that you want to go to and make sure that you include at least one safety school just incase. For me the school I am at now was my safety school and it turns ou that it was a great choice for me. Finally you should try to base the school not only on academics but on extracurricular activities that you like to do. School isn't everything, there needs to be stuff on campus that you like to do otherwise you will be miserable. College is about your future, meeting friends that you will have for life, and shaping the person that you will become. Have fun, do well in school, thats about all I can say.

I think one of the most important parts about finding the right college is choosing a major your interested in before you start the search for schools. It was so much easier for me to decide on a college because i knew ahead of time i wanted to study criminal justice. My school search was only a few schools compared to some of my friends who had close to 20 or 30. Finding a school with a positive social atmosphere is very important, if you can visit a school or stay over night before you apply it will defenitly help and decide if this school is right for you. Making the most out of college is important especially as a freshmen or sophomore. If you can get involved right away with things like intramural sports or other activities you'll make friends a lot quicker than normal. All of these factors helped me to obtain the perfect college experience thus far. Good Luck

Really talk with other students around campus. They will give u an honest assesment of how the college truly is like.. After choosing a college, try everything!

Finding the right college has everything to do with what you're comfortable with. I knew when choosing a college, I did not want a big school because I wanted to be able to find a tight group of friends to hang out with over the four years. At a big school, you go to social events and do not know half of the people who are there, while at a small school, you know almost everyone. Also you need to think about your major and what the school has to offer in terms of classes. To make the most out of your college experience, you need to make sure you find a great group of friends and engage in as many activites as possible so that you can meet new people and experience different exciting events.

Selecting a college is an extremely difficult process because you never know who you will be in four years. It is hard to find the school that will fit you as a high school senior and a college senior, as the most dramatic change in your character will most likely be during college. Therefore, it is important to consider who you do want to be in four years, and who each college will aid you in becoming. Once there, accept that your opinions will, and should, change over time. Don't be afraid when your goals for the future change, too. Appreciate the education you are getting and the different people you meet who will influence you.

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The best advice I could give to any student who is trying to find the perfect fit for their college experience is to find a place that reminds you the most of home and that makes you the most comfortable at first sight. I knew just by sight that my college that I attend now was going to be the one that I would fall in love with the second I became a student here. Find out what kinds of activities are available for your free time and make sure that there are plenty of opportunities to meet new people by getting actively involved in the college campus and community aspects of the college. Those have been the most rewarding experiences for me--not necessarily the hours spent in the classroom, the library, or in my dorm room. Pick a place where you can get involved and meet people you would never have met before. The most crucial part to picking a place you love is feeling comfortable and at home.