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Make sure that you visit the University a couple of times before you choose it. Make sure that you actually know what environment you work/study best in. Size and location is significant. Only make the choice based on what you want not others.

Pick a school that meets your academic and social standards because the environment in which you learn has an effect on what you learn. Make the most out of college by taking advantage of all the things that the school has to offer.

I would tell parents and students to be sure that you have checked out all the aspects of the college you choose before making the final decision. Remember that you won't always be doing homework, so check out the activites and entertainment around campus to be sure you won't be bored. The most important thing is to way out your options. Compare the price of tuition with what the school offers. Otherwise, in the end you will be asking yourself, "Was it really worth all that money?"

Do not make it as long

Find some place that has everything you want, because it is out there.

If your son or daughter wants to go into a profession that requires applying later to a program or department, it doesn't matter where you go to school to meet the requirements to apply. Most schools do not favor their own when selecting applicants and it almost looks better if you went to another school, so as to diversify their own program.

My advice to parents and students would be to start thinking about college early on in high school because it is one of the most influential times of their lives. By doing this, students will be able to complete as many college credits in highschool and during the summer before college as they can. This way your college experience will be more laid back, and you can really have the time to enjoy the activities and the overall experience, or you could even graduate early and leave a semester for an internship. Another word of advice would be to live on campus because the friends that you make in your first year of college will likely be some of the best friends that you will make in your life. I feel like I missed out on alot of friends by living at home. My last bit of advice would be to never let financial troubles affect your decision of wether or not to go to college. There is always a way through grants and loans as long as you don't miss the FASFA deadline! (june before freshman fall term)

If you keep an open mind, you can enjoy any school you attend. A good academic program with good professors is important, but so is your willingness to do work outside of class. An active selection of clubs and activities is important, but so is your willingness to participate in them. Band or sports can be a great way to make friends, even if there aren't many other activities. Don't nix a college right away because it's too big or too small; it's the size that you make it. The best advice I heard is that a class is only as big as the people in the rows in front of you. I took a freshman psychology class with 360 students, but sitting toward the front, I never felt left out. Figure out if you'll need a way to get to the neighboring town for groceries or anything. And remember to find a balance between fun, work, and class. Even if it's not your first choice, you can enjoy any place you go if you'll only be open-minded.

First off, when picking a college or university it is necessary to find a school that offers your interests and choice of study. The biggest advice I can give is to research schools thoroughly. By researching schools, it allows you to determine location, size, and strong assets the school offers. It is important to have an idea of what type of school you think is best fitting, such as a larger school or a smaller school. Larger schools tend not to give one on one relationships consistently with faculty and peers; you have to make yourself known. A smaller school might be easier for professors and peers to remember names and personalities in a short amount of time. Research the geographic location, because location can be everything. In an urban setting you can find opportunities that could help you tremendously to build a resume that may interest graduate schools and employers. However, a school in a rural area may not offer such experiences, but may have strong assets such as research and development. You just have to look at what best fits your personality and career/educational goals. Research, follow your goals, and base your decision on yourself, not others!

I would advice parents and children to visit the school for 3-4 days during class time, if possible. That way, students get a real feel for what it would be like to be on campus and get the education from that school. I would also recommend checking out both city and suburb schools, in and out of state.