Emily
I would say to make sure that the education your child/you will be getting is worth the price. Research the school you are looking at , ask your friends what they think, and try to find someone who attended. I would also say to make sure that the person who is thinking about attending this college has an activity or organization that they can join. This is very important in a student's life. It is needed to be all around successful in their college career.
Jessica
You're the only one who can determine the right college for yourself. Make sure to visit several schools and look at all the opportunies the schools have to offer. NEVER chose a college because it is what someone else wants for you. As a parent, you should always support your childs decision. And as a Student, don't worry about how far the school is or how much it cost, there are programs out in the world today striving to make sure people receive a proper education.
When you're at college, always take in what you're experiencing. There are so many opportunities given such as frats to intramural sports to jobs. Don't worry about being nervous. Everyone is in the same boat and it is a new and great experience for everyone.
Go where you want to go. Do what you want to do. And remember, its not only about being social, its also about getting good academic grades and striving for a goal in life- to do what you were born to do!
Melissa
No matter what go away to college, its a good experience.
Rachel
My number one advice to students searching for their dream college would be to relax and pick the college you feel you would fit in best at. Forget about dorm food quality, the party scene, and all the other petty factors that tend to rule many college decisions. Pick a college that has a good major for your intended career and one that you would feel at home at. After that, GET INVOLVED. Join a sorority, the accounting club, or Habitat for Humanity.. whatever, just join something! It is the best way to make friends, build your resume, and learn to live with your new found independence. In my experience, those who were uninvolved were the ones who dropped out of school, transferred, or just plain hated college. If you are going into your new college as a freshman, my advice is to live in the freshman dorm. You will meet so many people, learn things you would never be able to otherwise, and have the time of your life doing it. To parents: Relax, trust your child, and let them have some independence. Students: Tip #1 - Go to Class.