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I would tell them what I tell my younger sister who is looking to attend college in a year. From personal experience, visit the campuses that you are considering and then try to picture yourself going to classes and making friends there. If in your gut, you feel like the college would be a good fit, then most likely, it is! And I have only attended college for one year so far so I probably do not have the wisest advice but I feel as if I have made the most of my college experience so far. I have joined a sorority which allowed me to meet many new people and become involved in many campus activities. So I would definitely recommend joining a group that will introduce you to as many new people and things as possible. Also, have fun but do not forget about your grades. They determine how you spend the rest of your life so while going out and having fun is important, keep a good balance between that and getting your schoolwork done. And most of all enjoy it!

My advice to students and parents out there is choose the school that you feel most comfortable with and make sure it houses your major. Look for the school that cares about your success and tries everything they can to make sure you succeed. Do not go for a school that you really want to attend because your friends are attending or family has gone there for years but for what is right for you and your future. Making the most of your college experience is really simple. Attend the major events that are famous around campus like Hawk Week at the University of Kansas which introduces students to the campus and all its facilities. Also attend some of the sporting events and also make friends outside of your career friends and really broaden your horizons. It does not hurt to join some clubs and organizations like marching band or your dorm hall government or join some intramural sports.

It's important to find a college that feels like home. You'll be spending years of your life there, and if you aren't comfortable they can be miserable. If you go on a campus tour and can see yourself taking that walk at least one hundred more times, you've probably found the right one.

My advice would first be to take as many college visits as you feel neccessary, even if you see the same school 8 different times- you want to make sure you love the place you'll be there for at least 4 years. While on these visits, try talking to available professors who will possibly be teaching you in the future- get their perspective on classes, lectures and especially the homework/projects. Then have your guide (or whoever you are with) take you down the main street of campus to speak with several (possibly random) college students to get their perspective on campus life. Try several different approaches, such as gender, ethnicity and even age to help maximize your knowledge about the college. Learn about each of the intramural sports and clubs or activities offered around the school to help fill the void between classes and to possibly develop new friendships. Finally, learn about all the advantages the school can offer you in the form of academics, such as the size of classrooms and the number and size of libraries (the amount of books)- after all, that is why you're going to college.

I would tell students or parents to find a campus that offers a lot of interesting classes, and one that is fairly large, but not so large that it interferes with acedemic achievment. A large campus offers many choices, allows the student greater opportunities to have a rich and diverse social life, and grants the student the privilage of learning how to survive as an adult in a changing world. More acedemic choices mean students graduate with a more versatile set of skills and a more inclusive view of the world. Because the future of politics seems to be globalization, a campus full of people from all walks of life and locations on Earth gives students experience interacting with varied social groups and cultures. Graduating from a college that offers more experiences accedemically and socially prepares young adults for an unforgiving and complex world. A simple philosophy can help new students make the most out of college; get out and experience everything your campus has to offer. Although studying and acedemics are important without a doubt, college is also about learning what's out there, what life has to offer. Most of all, college is fun.

Talk with current or past students that attend the school. Find a school that has a good community, support from alumni members, good academics, and good athletics department. To make the most of school, don't shy away from new experiences and people. Talk with your professors and become friendly with them. One day you might need their letter of recommendation or they have a contact in the area you want to pursue. Also, don't be a fly on the wall. Become more assertive in your classroom.

Before commiting to a school, it is vital to visit campus. To understand the spirit and feel of a university you must walk around campus and talk to the natives. Keeping a balance in your academic and social life is of upmost importance. Try not to burn out on studying, but commit as much time as possible to the coursework. Also, take a class for fun! You never know what passions and talents you could unlock in your college career. Try to get involved; there should be many groups or clubs relating to your interests and studies. If there is something you would like to see turned into a club, all you need is a sponsor and a few friends! For the first academic year, it is really beneficial to live on campus. It will help acclimate you to the university and you'll meet several new people in your hall that could end up being your friends for life.

I would advise students and parents to begin thinking about college early in high school years. Many people I know wait too long to think about college and end up simply applying to the closest school, even if it is not right for them. Thinking about college early gives students the time to decide what they are looking for in a college, and then to investigate different schools to see which ones match their interests. I think this is crucial to make the most of your college experience. Finding a school that fits your interests and desires will help you get the most out of the school you attend. College is one of the best experiences of a persons life. Making sure you are in the right college is critical to making the most of your college years.

The first step in selecting the perfect college is knowing what aspects are most important to the student and his or her family. Remembering, of course, that it is the student?s college experience, and their ideals are the most important After these select ideals are known, find the colleges that incorporate those ideals within the school?s environment. Once you?ve narrowed down your selections, do everything possible to discover what life is like on that campus. Go on campus visits, email the faculty, even email students! Some people experience an ?epiphany.? They walk on campus and know it?s the school for them. Others are not so lucky and the process can be long. However, to make the most of the college experience, it is crucial that, despite the obvious nerves associated with entering college, the emotion that should be escalating the highest is utter excitement! On the first day of school, students should be walking into class confident, open-minded, and ready to embark on one of the greatest journeys of their lives.

I would say getting involved in campus activities whether it be sports, fraternities/sororities, or academia clubs is a great way to meet people. I think what makes a great college experience is not only what you get out of getting an education but the people you meet while you're there. I think that's what I personally cherish most while attending KU. I also think that knowing how to be by yourself is a good lesson to learn as well. I believe it helps find yourself and also teaches you to enjoy your own company. It's ok to go out and have fun, party but some nights are meant for staying in and putting in that time towards studying. Lastley choose a place that you feel most comfortable. If you feel out of place even a little bit it may be a warning sign and its important to pay attention to first instincts. Also choose a campus with an environment you love. I love our universities campus in the summer, fall, winter, and spring, because I always find our campuses landscape to be beautiful in all seasons. I'd have to say that fall is my favorite.

The advice I would give to parents and students about finding the right college would first be to know your self. You should know what type of person you are, like whether or not you will be able to be without your family because if you are not then a out-of-state college would be a option but if you are not then you should concentrate on colleges in your state. You should also know if you would be able to be in big classes or not. Big colleges will have 1000 person classrooms and if you know that you need more one-on-one time what a teacher then a small college would be a better pick. Another piece of advice is make sure the college has your Major, and if you are undecided look to see if they have a wide variety of options. My advice to parents is to let your student choose the college they will attend, as a parent you should be there only to help. I advise every student going to college to have lots of fun, and be involved but remember the main reason you are there is to get a education.

I would advise parents and students to choose their school based on what's right for them, not just monetary reasons. That being said, the parents and students should have a good plan for taking care of college expenses and the incredible transition that students go through in their new college environment.

No matter where you go to college, the life in those years will be some of the most amazing experiences you will have. But first, parents and students should consider size, location, and tuition costs when finding the right college. However, if the student found a college they felt at home with and felt it met their academc needs but it had high tuition costs, they should reconsider because financial assistance is available. It would be better to attend a school they liked with high tuition than to attend a school with low tuition that they did not like. As far as making the most of the college experience, I would encourage the student to step out of their comfort zone, meet new people, and make friends. I would also encourage going to athletic events as well as getting involved in clubs, community service, and other organizations. Above anything else the student should have fun, follow their interests, find out who they are as a person, and learn and grow from each experience. It is also important to learn to balance acadamics and extracirricular activities in order to be successful and make the college experience even more positive and worthwile.

In order to make sure that you are applying for a school that is right for you, there are several things you must consider. First , identify the size of the school you would like to attend. This can narrow your search by quite a lot. Next consider the location of the college, is it in an area you can see yourself living in for the next four years? It is important to consider your possible academic ambitions. You may not have your major chosen, but having some idea of what you may like to do is important. This is because many colleges specialize in certain areas, and you want to make sure that your college will provide you with the best edcuation in your chosen academic field. Then, take into accaunt the extracurricular activiteis that are availbale. Does the college have activities that you see yourself being invovled in? Being involved on campus is an important way to maximize the college experience. Schedule a visit to the colleges you like the most, and upon the visit, take into account if you see yourself fitting with the other students. If the answer is yes, then your college experience should be perfect!

I would start by telling parents and future students to visit the colleges that interest them. If you can visit the schools and get a tour it will give them a feel for what it will be like to be there everyday as well as provide them with some insight to what the campus provides. I would also tell them to research and make sure that the school they are thinking about choosing has not only one attractive major but two. Many students end up switching majors when they get to college. It is well known that 18 year-olds don't always know what it is they want to be for the rest of their lives. When they get to college they need to make sure they have fun. College is the perfect time to learn about yourself and to experience living without parents. There is no need to be rebellious but being adventurous is recommended. Go to class, it is easy not to but it makes it worth you money to go. My last piece of advice would be to learn. Lean about yourself, your major, and your friends, because that information will last your whole life.

The best piece of advice I can offer to students or parents about finding the right college is to visit the school. When I suggest visiting, I don't just mean taking the tours around campus and through the buildings, though that definitely is important. I think, if possible, it is of equal value to experience all of college life by staying with someone who goes to the school, even if only for a night or two. It is very easy to find good prospective schools through online methods when trying to find an academic match for a desired major, but the whole environment of the school is sometimes just as important. I think that a student who is balancing an active social life with their school work is the happiest, most efficient student, and finding that balance is truly the secret to making the most of the college experience. If there is ever a time that one aspect of college life is hindering the other, learning to retain a good balance is one of the most important skills that a college student can aquire.

I think parents and students alike should fully understand how different college is than highschool. Students need to be financially responsible and not fall into credit card debt and or take out numerous school loans. I have seen many of my friends accumulate a lot of debt with nothing to show for it. I think it is important to take the time to make college visits to ensure you and your parents are happy with your choice and the college instiution meets your expectations of a school.

There are several questions you should ask yourself when finding a college that is right for you. How serious am I about my academics? Do I know why I am going to college? When I choose a major, what school will benefit me the most to earn a degree from and what do I expect to achieve in my college career? College is the first step in discovering personal interest, style, and creating new responsibilities. These years are the years where mistakes are made, but not held against you; however, experience is the best teacher. The person you thought you were in high school will slowly fade away and your thoughts, feelings, ideas, and sense of self will be modified by unexpected events. You will come across inspiring professors and diverse individuals that will shape the prespective of you life you live. The social life you develop will determine your success in college, therefore it is important to choose your friends wisely. You now possess new freedoms as an adult and student, but it is crucial to balance out your school work and social activities.

When choosing a college to attend, education is the number one priority. However I believe that in order to be sucessful you must be able to balence school with social activities. Any college is only going to be as good as you make it.

Go to the school that you feel best at and don't worry if you think that it is too big, big schools if they are right for you will make you feel at home.