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Advice that I would give to a parent and/or studetn about finding the right college would be to find a school that best fit your future goals. Is the college accredited, will this school prepare me for the best jobs in my field of study, what kind of support will this school give to someone who is just starting, or for someone who is the non-traditional study? These are some of the questions that need to be explored before enrolling into a college or univeristy. The college expereince should be one that is geared to hard work, but not only hard work because there must be time for recreations. Burnout can be easily obtained when there is too much studying and not enought time for relaxation. The mind and body must be stimulated but there must be times when the body and mind must rest. I would encourage a student to enjoy their time in college, and at the same time enjoy life.

Focus on what you want out of a school and then look for those things in choosing a school. When you get there, don't forget who you are or sacrifice yourself for anyone else.

I would suggest everyone go and attend college fairs and go to the colleges you are looking at and tour the campus. While you are touring the campus make sure you talk to the students out walking around. This will give you a really great impression of the school itself, only the students can really give you a good idea of what things are like there. Do not believe everything you hear or read, go out and find out the truth first hand from the students that would be your peers and your own observations. Many times things you hear and read are misleading. Good luck with your search and I hope you make a decision that you will be happy with.

For students, make sure you stay focused and have a balance because it's very easy to get thrown off track, and hard to get back on.

ECU has wonderful opportunities. The art school is great. Teaching and Nursing are the biggest programs, and criminal justice is pretty big too. The job out of school rate is incredibly good, and internships are required for almost every major. You definately leave prepared for the working world right out of ECU.

I would advice parents and students to find a college that fits them; much research should go into their selection of a school.

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The advise I would give parents is to guide their child in making the right decision. Do not make the decison for them. Help them weigh out the positives and negatives of each school. I would advise students to visit every school you are seriously considering. Try to decide what campus setting is right for you. Also consider the size of the university, and how far it is from home. The main thing is to make sure the school is right for you. Not your friend or your parents. Make sure it fits your needs. This will ensure you are at the right school which is the begining to getting the most out of your college experieince. Once you are at the right school it is up to you to make the most out of your time while you are there. My advise would be to talk to as many people as possible your first week there. Step outside your comfort zone and make as many friends as possible. Everyone is in the same boat and needs friends. I would also say get involved in extra curricular activites. Finally, go to class! Study and have fun.

Choose your college based on what will fit you best, not on where everyone else may be going and apply for as many scholarships available.

First, find a college that has more than one program you are interested in. Finding more than one is very important because many students come to college believeing that they will pursue a certain career and after they get to college that plan can change very fast. Also, be sure to look into the social experiences offered at the college to make sure at least some of them appeal to you. Location is very important as well when choosing a college. This is the town you are most likely going to spend four years in so it is essential to look up information about the community that could help in your decision. Finally, do not attend a college just because your friend or significan other is attending, most colleges have a huge population so making new friends usually is not going to be a problem!