Molly
College is all about what you make of it. Regardless of the school, you have to dive in head first! Join something a club in college that you were in in high school, or try something you always wanted to do. College is all about finding out who you are and to do that successfully, you need to take chances and make mistakes. Some things you try you will love and continue all 4 years and others you will quit by spring, but the point is you got involved, and hopfully gained some knowledge and a friend. This is the easiest way to assimilate to college and the easiest way to make friends. College doesn't last forever, so make the most of it from day one!
Jeffery
I would tell incomming college students to visit as many schools as possible and to choose the school that you feel is the beset for you. Never base a college choice by where your friends or significant other is going. It is essential to chose a school that you feel you can see yourself being happy at for numerous years down the road. Partying, drinking, and social events will come and go. However, a great education will stay with you forever.
Angela
Find a college that you feel comfortable at when visiting, not nervous. Also look for one with strong programs in the area you are interested.
Brandon
Just make sure you feel comfortable at the school. If you're an athlete, go to a school where you would go even if you didn't do athletics there.
Joey
When selecting a college, don't rush your choice. Explore the campus, see what it has to offer, and the main objective is find a school that will give you the education and career oppurtunities you are striving for. When you get to college, get involved. Join clubs and groups to meet new people and socialize. The main thing is find what fits you and will make you happy so that the next four years of your life can be memorable. To build a foundation for your future you need something solid to start with and picking the school that is right for you is the first step.
Josh
visit the college and make sure that you will fit in with the surrounding. Sit in on a class and see if you like how the teacher teaches or lectures the class. Visit the dining service it is easy to see how people enteract in this area and how friendly people are or if most are rich little stuck up kids.
Tricia
I would tell them to look a little out of their comfort zone. I chose a small school because thats what I was used to. Althought I enjoy the small university I chose and have recieved research oppertunities I would not of recieved at a larger institution, small schools tend to lack school spirit and other social experiences I feel I missed out on. Also, sit in on a class, it really gives you a feel if you would be comfortable to learn there or not.
Sarah
you should visit the campus before making your decision. your gut will tell you whether or not it is right for you when you step foot on the soil/pavement.
Frank
Choose the school that fits you best and makes you feel the most comforatble. Be sure the school you choose also allows you to make improvements and set you up for your career and life.
Shane
Make sure it is a place that you feel you will fit into. It will become your home for the next four years, if you don't like something about then don't go there! You'll find where you belong, and once you do, you will know it! I believe the key to making the most out of your experience at school is taking one day at a time and enjoying the time you spend there. While it may seem like such a pain at times, I guarantee that all the homework and testing is worth it. Once you do begin school make sure to cherish it, it goes by so incredibly fast. You will wonder where it went, but you will have some amazing friends and memories that will last a life time.