Kinsey
It is simple. College is what you make it. Put yourself out there to meet lots of people by getting involved with things on campus. Also, although studing is necessary to succeed, make sure to find a healthy balance for socializing as well. You don't ever get this time of your life back so make the most of it! Finally, believe in yourself and be what you want to be.
Ruth
Make sure the college has the major you want, first of all. Then you have to make sure you like the size of the school. Both of these are important in making the right decision of where you plan on spending a great deal of money AND time. Make the most of your college experience by getting involved on campus. Don't stay in your room all afternoon on your computer, get out and make friends! It might be hard at first but its worth it. Also, look for oportunities to serve the community and it will round out your college experience nicely :) Fraternaties/Sororities/Clubs, yes they can be fun, but you are at school for a reason- and that is to study. You can't do everything, but you also cant study all day and all night, so make sure you balance your time. Time management is KEY!
Natalie
When looking for the right college, there are several things you need to look for. First of all, you of course want to choose a school that will give you a great education and the right tools to suceed in the business world. But that is not the only aspect you should consider. You also want to choose a school where the people there are the kind of people that will help you grow, help you get to know yourself, and support you when you need it. College is a first of all the place where you go to get your education for your future. But the friends you make along the way and the person you become are just as important in the long run. So, my advice is: choose a good school that will help you grow in knowledge, wisdom, and life. As they say, "The journey is as important as the destination."
Daniel
It's not all about the academics. Find a place where you can fit in and find a good group of friends. The better the people and the learning experiance the better your attitude toward academics and toward the college experiance.
Amber
Visit all the colleges you are interested. Pick one that has your major, but also pick one with amazing people. These will be your friends for the rest of your life!
Jenna
In searching for the right college, it takes a lot of time and a lot of prayer. The prayer starts at the beginning of the child's life by the parents. As the child grows in stature and knowledge, this is the time to plant the seed to even go to college. As the time approaches in high school, make a list of schools that are possibilities. Then make campus visits. This is the time to seek out the school's mission, goals and career opportunities. Once the choice is made. Step outside your box, your comfort zone. Take advantage of every opportunity that comes by. This is your time! Enjoy!
Adam
Visit any college or university that you might even remotely consider attending and take a guided tour of the campus and facilities. Learn about the availability of financial aid the school offers. Talk to friends or family who attend(ed) the school and see what they liked or disliked most about the school and take their statements into consideration to see if you think you would feel similarly or differently. Look into the school's extracurricular activites to see if anything interestes you. Similarly, explore the city or town the school is in to see if there are interesting things to do for fun. It sounds obvious, but if you already know what you want to major in, make sure the school offers all the classes needed for the degree.
Ashton
Make sure that you visit the school first you never know how much you will realize you really like the school until you get there and see the school. It is an amazing process to go through but make sure you pray about because God will always show you where He knows you need to be and hopefully you will learn why.
Zachary
Go and visit the college while the students are in session and when it is not a planned showing weekend. take some time to talk to other students, and professors, and don't be afraid to ask why things are done the way the are.
Zach
Parents: keep your alternatives open. Don't submit your children to one school just because it sounds amazing because you went there or you know someone that went there. My dad went to my school, and I am glad I chose it, but at the same time, I think I would have been happier at a different school for a variety of reasons. Mainly because the social atmosphere. I feel that I am a typically different person than more than half the population at this school, and because of that, its hard to find people that share my beliefs and genuinely understand me. Students: going to college can be an exciting thing, and I believe I made my choice a little too hastily because I was just ready to get out of the house and be on my own. Don't make that mistake! Take some time to really get to know the school you are choosing, because its the most memorable four years of your life, that you can never get back! Make the most of it and be SURE you make the right decision before you sign the dotted line.