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I would suggest to apply to colleges that best suite your personality. It is important to visit a variety of colleges before or while you are applying to colleges. I was lucky with USC, I loved it as soon as I saw it. If you are looking for a school with certain things like fraternities and sororities make sure you research the schools that have those things and apply. It is important to not worry about the cost of college when applying. Schools offer financial aid or loans can be taken out. As a borrower, I never regret my decision to go to USC even though it cost a lot. I am so happy and couldn't imagine settling for a school close to home for in-state tution. I wanted to go faraway and have a college experience away from home. I went for my goals and achieved them. That has been the most statisfying part of my college experience. Getting invovled is also important. Get involved in groups and in your dorm and that is where you will meet your closest friends. I found that in a sorority.

The most important thing is to learn all about the schools you apply and are accepted to, both briefly before you apply, and more in depth after acceptance. Learn about the academics, social life, housing, financial aid, surrounding area, the school's community participation, racial/ethnic compilation, or any other aspect of life that weighs heavily on your experience in a new place. Each person is different and there is no set formula for finding the right school, but getting as much education (after all, that's what you're looking for in the first place) as possible about your options, will help you narrow down your choices. Once you have a couple schools in mind, go with your gut. You were smart enough to have gotten this far. Chances are that if you have amassed all the information you can about these schools (through research, school visits and tours, and testimonials) and you have a feeling that __ college is right for you, you are probably right. Learn about these colleges, as they have learned about you through your applications and personal statements, and pick the one that offers you the most valuable overall education.

I would say pick the place where you feel you can flourish the most. Don't be afraid to get involved - dive right into everything. Take the time to research and know your school. See if it has what you are looking for. Don't just pick a place because you hear it is good - pick it because you want to go there. Also, study what you want to - it is your experience so don't go into something just because you're told it's what you should do. Don't be afraid to change your mind, either.

I would tell parents to let the student choose the college on their own. Attending college is a personal experience where the student will grow and find themself. I would encourage the student to visit as many schools as possible and spend as much time as possible (an overnight or weekend stay) to get a true feel for the campus. The student should choose the college atmosphere in which they feel most comfortable and most able to learn. To make the most of one's own college experience, it is important to be involved in a variety of activities both academic and social. The student should try new things and socialize with new people to enjoy all that the college campus has to offer. The most rewarding thing about attending the college of one's choice is that the college experience can be whatever the student wants it to be.

Make sure you visit the campus and spend some time going to classes and getting to know people before deciding which school is right for you. Once you've found it, try to remember you're there to learn first and foremost and stay focused on your studies.

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Visit the campus and get a feel for the campus.

Make sure you visit the campus and get a feel for what the next four years of your life will be like. If you like what you see, definitely consider it. If not, consider other schools no matter what because chances are, you'll be miserable if you end up at a school you hate being in no matter what that school is or what it has to offer.

College is supposed to be the place where you learn, and grow, and nurture a love for learning and curiosity about the world that stays with you all the days of your life. When looking for the right college to attend, make sure to look for a place with the right balance between a healthy social life and rigorous academics, all the while keeping in mind your particular career goals and what you hope to achieve by attending a four-year institution. The so-called "College Experience" is lived 50{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} in the classroom, and 50{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} outside of it. Relationships formed there will last a lifetime, and when combined with the degree you receive, can propel you forward towards success in ways you could not achieve with just the degree alone. Remember that no two experiences are alike, especially when it comes to college, and ultimately it is what you make of it. So, if you don't find what you are looking for at first, continue the search for the perfect fit.

Be involved in as many on-campus groups as possible. Find things you are interested in and join that group. Be active. Get internships and jobs while you are in collefe as soon as possible, even if you're not sure what you want to pursue.