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When searching for a college, you need to make sure that the academics come first. Every school has partying; some a little more than others. But you shouldn't decide on a college based on that. You need to pick one that will give you the best education for the price. And remember that you can make friends anywhere, but when college is over, it's over. Time to grow up and join the real world. It will be a lot easier to do if you have a degree from a well established university, instead of a "party school".

Visit the colleges you are thinking about, and ask students there how they enjoy it.

Someone once told me that it doesn't matter where you go to college, they teach the same things everywhere. While parts of that may be true, I can't agree with the entire statement. The college experience should be about gaining knowledge for the betterment of oneself. For each person, the college experience is a truly uniquie opportunity to shape his or her own future by intensive study and research in an atmosphere created specfically for that purpose. In selecting a college, my advice is to visit potential schools and talk to as many people as possible about anything related to the university or its programs. Most schools offer a general tour of the campus, which are good for people who have never been on the grounds before. Don't settle with just this tour; try to arrange meetings with specific people who either teach in or administer programs in which you might be interested. If you can, talk to students about what they think of the school or its offerings. Get as much information ahead of time as you can, it will help, I guarantee it.

From my own personal experience do not follow someone else to a college they want to go to. You never know what the future may bring and you'll probably will make decisions you regret. Pick a college that you think has "you" written all over it and do not settle for any less. This is a once in a lifetime experience and you need to make the most out of it! Get involved with groups and organizations (resume) and enjoy your life at this time to the full extent. It goes by faster than you think and when you reach the end and realize how much more you wish you had done, then it's just about too late to start.

I would say do your research. Make sure you really are getting quality education for your money. Consider everything when choosing where you want to be. Distance, cost, and resources are all big factors in picking a school to attend. Make sure where ever you go that you feel comfortable and that when you graduate you won't be swimming in debt. To make the most of your college experience you must get involved on campus. Find a group or club that you're interested in and become a member. Go to sports games, or become a part of Student Government. Whatever or where ever you choose, find something for you and put your all into it. What you get out of college is what you put into it.

I feel that one must go and try to visit whatever college or university they are planning to attend. Make friends and don't be too shy. Always keep in mind your morals and don't allow anyone to influence that way that you think and the way that you feel about your self. Get involved don't close the door on certain things just because they seem different or "weird".

Before deciding on a college, visit the campus. Walk around and try to imagine yourself walking to class and being apart of that community. If you have to many doubts with the campus and you don't feel comfortable with the campus then it is probably not for you. Find out what the town itself has to offer for you. If a camp is provided, attending would be so beneficial. Not only could you make a life long friend, but it gives you a chance to learn about school tradition and the atmosphere of the school. Don't feel pressured to join an organization your first semester or year. Take time to discover what all organizations and groups the college has and what they are all about. Plus, i would suggest just getting accustom to college life and the work load before committing to a group. Be open to different ways of life and cultures, you will see lots of things! All in all, enjoy yourself get to know people (get out of your shell). This is your opportunity to be who you want to be and to discover your way in life.

Look around, find a campus that your not going to feel lost at...

For incoming freshman I would tell them to make sure that they are 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure abour the major they are picking. If they are not 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure , if there is any doubt at all, come in as an undeclared major and work on your basic classes. That way you dont waste your time and money on classes that you dont even need. Also I would tell them to make sure they attend every class no matter what the excuse is. Failing a class because of attendance is ridiculous. For parents, I would tell them to not push a major on a student, that can decide after the first year and still be able to graduate in the four years. Also make sure you have all the finiancial aid papers in order and on time, most students wont receive aid solely because they didnt get the paperwork in on time, Earlier is always better. Overall I would tell them to relax, take one day at a time, and to not get to wild being out on their own.