Amber
Coming into college with a plan isgood but not let it get to you if it falls through or the student simply changes their minds. It happens, ALOT! College is a fun time. Parents, not always think your kids are out drinking and partying sometimes college calms kids down because they know the have to do well. But also, if they do party alittle it is college! Students, go to class! That is the best advice in how to survive college. Most professor will not fail you if you actually go and try!
Casey
I would suggest that the potential student start early on their selection process of a college. They should make college visits to each potential school and talk with current students and recruiters from the school. Potential students should not make impulse decisions on which school to attend. Once you have decided which school to attend, I strongly suggest getting involved with clubs, organizations, social groups, etc. that suit you.
Ian
Visit as many as possible and talk to the professors.
Bradley
When you are trying to determine if a college is right for you, look for the aspects that you consider most important. If you are concerned about the quality of the instruction, look at the composition and qualifications of the faculty. If you are concerned about housing, check out the dorms and the availability and affordability of apartments. Once you have found the right school, be sure to meet a group of people you can be around and experience things together. That is what really makes the college experience worthwhile.
Mary
If I were looking for a college again, I would make sure to pick one that fit with my personality. Each college has its own culture, and it is important to find one that you want to be a part of. Choosing a college isn't something that your friends or family can do for you. Also, it is important to research the fields of study at each college you are interested in. Colleges, even state schools within the same state, offer a variety of different majors. It is important to think about things that you would like to do before you pick a school so you don't have to deal with transferring once you decide on a major.
Allison
Go visit the school or schools in mind. Consider the major you wish to persue and the programs available at each school. Also consider if you are wanting to join certain groups, oraganizations, fraternaties, and sororities. Then choose for what is best for you.
Jon
this school has a great student to teacher ratio.
Lillie
Look for a school that fits your personality and lifestyle, has the degree you want to persue, and great professors. Go to look at the campus, ask questions to the guides, talk to the professors in the degree you are interested in. Once you find the university that fits you, get involved in as much on campus as you can. You will find people who can become life-long friends. Do as much as you can to have fun but remember, you are going to a university to further your education but you still need to have fun while doing that. Do what is best for you as a person.
Michelle
Check out all your options when looking for a school. As for the college experience, make sure that you study, study and study!!!
Leena
Find the one that fits you the best.