Sarah
Find a school that fits your personality and lifestyle, not what you think you want your personality and lifestyle to be.
Erin
When giving advice to parents and students in reguards to finding the right college, I would say look at what is most important to you. A school close to home, finances, class sizes; these things should be the ulimate decision factors. Never make a decision based on anyone elses opinion, because you (the student) will be the one ulitmatley going to the school for the next four years. To make the most of your college experience, be open to new people. Get out and meet your community, because every person you meet has the potential to change your life. Don't let others make decisions for you, and create your own path in life.; and never take yourself too seriously.
Alexis
Don't be afraid to go after the big dream, and don't close your mind to different possibilities!
Levi
Visit the campus, know the class size, pick based on experince not what filed of study because that changes rapidly freshmen year
Cole
Go Gonzaga G-O-N-Z-A-G-A
Jeb
Reflect. Before you begin looking at schools it is really important to answer some basic questions. It is important to realize what your needs and goals are. I would recommend that you look at the cost of school as a last resort for making your decision. Also, strongly consider the benefits of a smaller, residential campus as opposed to a larger, more commuter based school. At the end of the day you are going to school to get an education and to figure out what you as a student want out of life. Focus on the schools that seem best prepared to foster that growth because that is what you will remember. College should equate to much more than an expensive piece of paper, it should be the culmination of the best experience of your life. Visit at least 4 schools before you decide, go there by yourself if you can, spend a night in the dorm, find a school that feels alive when you step on campus. Parents, encourage your students to see college as a life experience and give them the freedom to find it.
Sophie
I would advise parents and students to carefully consider their options, and to not be afraid to step out of their comfort zone. Consider your personal and academic interests, and well as what type of learning environment you function best in. College is a great time to make new friends and have memorable experiences, and finding the right college in the first step in this new chapter.
Brittany
Look around! There are so many choices so dont lose time!
Kirsten
It will snow and be freezing cold durring the winter eventhough the summers can be extreemly hot!