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Make sure to research each school they are interested in to make sure that they offered the programs they want. Also remember to study, do not let partying get in the way of your studies.

There are many things I wish I knew before choosing my college. One is what people like to do around here for fun. When I came here I found that almost everyone likes to drink and many people also like to do drugs. I do neither of these, so I find that I don?t get many opportunities to hang out with people, because my preferences are not the same as theirs. I also want to warn people about the administration. I would call the college many times before you begin and ask all kinds of questions to get a feel for how knowledgeable the administration is. I found that my administration is not that knowledgeable and I have to really try to pry things out of them and make ends meet. Overall, I would say just go with your gut instinct. I was unsure between two colleges and when I finally chose mine, I was glad I did. I love it here, and have so many opportunities, and am learning so much. I can never wait for the semester to be over, not because I don?t like it, but because I want to start the next one!

Some advice I would give parents or students about finding the right college and making the most college experience would be to live in the dorms freshman year. Also, participate in extra cirricular activities such as sports and clubs. Attending football games helps show your school pride and meet many new friends who enjoy the same activities you do.

The first education is to have good insight about being on your own before you do. Even though going off to school is a learning experience in itself, being even the slightest prepared can help. Research your options, make sure your college has what you need. See if you have high school friends who are attending the same college. This is really a big plus! You can share rooms, notes, rides, clothes, etc. Keep your parents informed. They may be upset with your lack of attending classes, changing majors, etc. but at least they will know what is happening in your life. Believe it or not, they may have some valuable knowledge or experiences that could come in handy. Have a a safe mindset. Know your neighbors, your surroundings, your friends, and always left someone know where you are. Even though this is your chance to make your mark in life. Mistakes will be made, just pick up and trudge forward. That is what its all about, right?

When choosing a school I would emphasize that you apply to as many schools as possible, take tours of the campuses and if possible, talk to current students to get their opinions of the college. The best information about a college comes from the students who have first hand experience. Find out as much information about the school as possible to get the full picture. I think it's very important to at least have an idea of what you want to do when you enroll to a college or university, but at the same recognize that whatever plans you have need to be flexible. Accept the fact that you may change your major once, twice, or more times before you find the right fit. Try as many different courses as you can because that will help you determine, and later decide, what you want to pursue in the long run. Once you have found the things you are interested in, get involved. Personal experience proves that you enjoy college much more when you are part of the action, taking part in the activities the school has to offer as well as interacting with classmates outside of the classroom.

I would say find a school that suits your needs in a college. Live in the dorms and experience living with room mates. Get involved with sports, football games, and the activities around campus. Join clubs and help out the community. Get into the spirit of the school and have fun. Make lots of friends because the college memories last a life time.

enjoy it it only happens once.

I would first suggest that you look for the school that will fit your needs as far as your personality, the things you are interested in, faculty members, and the area of the school. If you are not interested in the things that go on either on campus or off campus, your college experience will not be as much of an impact as that of a place where you loved everything about your campus, on and off. Look at things like faculty and the students; are they friendly? Are they going to make your experience better? These are all things to consider before choosing a school.

your first impression is always true. if you like the school from the first day you will like it later one.

I think visiting numerous college campuses before making a decision is the most important factor in choosing the right college for you. The environment of the campus is a major factor in your academic career and it can affect your study habits. Depending if you like large or small college campuses, a large campus usually has more going on. This can easily affect your grades since it can be a distraction. But, if you enjoy being involved, then larger campuses will probably be what you want.