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I would advise parents and students to really look around at different college campuses to make sure the environment is right for them or their child. Going to college is such a wonderful experience and you want to make sure you feel comfortable and safe on your college campus. I would also advise students to really get involved with different activities on campus. I did not make time for any activities outside the classroom because I worked so much, and I regret it now. I have met such wonderful people in my time at school and I know I could have met so many more if I had forced myself to get involved despite my lack of free time. Lastly, I would advide students to keep their academics as their first priority. It can be exciting living on your own, meeting new people and have a new found freedom, but do not let these things interfere with your workload. Work hard and have fun later; it will pay off in the end!

The advice I would give parents and students is to know about financial aid packages available, and not necessarly what you want to do with your life, because chances are that will change over time.

The advice I would give future students for choosing a college, is too always go with what you want, not your parents, not your friends, not your teachers, just what you want. For parents, don't push your children into somthing, let them make their own mistakes and let them learn from them.

THe advice i give to the kids coming in to college is don't believe that saying that college isn't for everybody. think about it so why would people say that you could be anything you want to be if you put your mind to it. People contradict what they say so just keep your head up and don't let anything stand in your way for what you want to be in life.

Always visit a school before you attend it. And make sure that it fits your learning style. Another important thing to remember is how many students leave the campus for the weekend.

Know right away how you want to spend the next four years of your life. If you aren't excited for it, and are terrified to go out on your own, spend a semester at home and commute or stick to a community college. Find something in your affordability range as well. Definitely pick a couple schools that you know you can get into and visit them. Attend all the programs they run for incoming freshman and really try to get a feel for the school. If you can establish some sort of feeling or relationship with the campus while you visit, chances are you never will during your stay there, so keep looking until you can find a campus and school that does appeal to you. Think about academics last, because a degree is a degree, unless you're comparing Ivy League to a community college chances are academics at the schools you list will be very similar. Just remember you're going to have to be living there for the next four plus years of your life, so pick a place that feels like home.

I would tell parents that as long as it is financially possible try to help you kids as much as you can and even if you dont agree with what they are doing try to accept it and help them along their way I would tell students to do what you want to do because you only get to do this once

To visit at least four campuses. It was funny, as they had said, when I stepped onto the Eastern Campus, it felt so comfortable. I did not at the other campuses. You kind of just know what feels right.

Find a school that meets the needs of your major. The most important thing is to make sure your school has the classes and programs you need for what ever your intended major is. Other important attributes to pay attention to is the activities offered on-campus. It is a great thing when you get invovled with what is going on. It is a great way to meet new friends, gain new knowledge, and get insight on what college life is really like.

When looking for the right college some factors to consider are the campus size, what the class volume is like, areas of study and what the residential life is like if you are planning to live on campus. These four aspects listed above are important factors in making your college experience great, and unforgettable. After taking interest in a school take tours of the campus, more than once because this is the only way to get a real feel for the school. In addition, you want to talk to current students, and ask them some general question; this can include questions such as, what is the social life like on campus? How is the housing? Asking questions like this can help give insight to help you. To have a good college experience you need to be actively involved in extracurricular activities. This also allows you to meet new people and to have a good support system with others. Attend events on campus. If you?re actively involved with the school, the more you will get out of your college experience. When choosing your school go with your heart, and what feel right to you as an individual.