Stacy
Visit the colleges you are interested in and talk to people who go there if you know someone who attends. Take a tour and find out about what the school offers because you might find a little know school that is amazing and that would be perfect for you.
Brian
My advice for parents and/or students regarding finding the right college would be this: Go to a college that is a good distance away from home, but not too far. The reason that I say this is that by moving further away than a lot of students do, you force yourself to become more independent. You are unable to rely on everything you had before, so you have to take the initiative to get things done on your own. However, if you move too far away, if/when you do require assistance, it may be unattainable. Getting the right balance between the two distances will create natural motivation for independence, but won?t leave you crippled if you ever need something from home? be it social interactions with old friends, money and supplies, or just some of mom?s good home cooking.
Joanna
If you're looking for a school where every student will know every other student thats not a private school... you've found the right one. This is a state school wherein by your sophmore year, you will know at least 20 people you see walking from one class to another one. We are a big Appalachian Family of Mountianeers with incredible team spirit. Football is growing here and basketball is going ACC! Our community is growing, but for only 9000 dollars a year you get the ultimate college experience. Books are rentals, so they're included in the tuition and you don't have to pay for them. Professors are helpful, and they really care about their students. You have to work hard to keep up your GPA, especially in the Chemistry program, but what school isn't like that?
Samuel
The number one suggestion I would make to parents and students about choosing a the right college is to make sure you are choosing a major you greatly enjoy. Once you have that major then choose a college that can help you excell in that major. Once in that university get invovled, it greatly enhances your experince. Find clubs and organizations that you enjoy for they really help bring out who you really are and help shape you for your future. Dont just join because you want something to put on a resume, gain a passion for them, it helps you out greater in the end.
Angela
Find a college that is going to have a well developed major that you're interested in. Also see if you like the atmosphere of the place such as the weather and location. Another thing is to determine if you want to be in a small town, medium sized town or city.
Joel
Check out every school before you go anywhere. Just because you love it one place doesnt mean you won't like somewhere else better.
Hilary
One of the most important things is to find the place that you will be most comfortable.
Justin
I would say that they main thing to remember when findig the right college, is to forget about the name. The school name is probably the least important thing when looking for a school. The key is to find a school that fits your personality the best according to your values. This is the crucial issue for the right school. As for making the most of your college experience, don't doubt your choice, just jump into college life and meet all the new people that you can.
Julia
God has plans for you. Watch for signs.
John
Visit the school first, meet some of the students and faculty, have a general idea of what major you will choose