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Parents and students should visit as many colleges as possible in order to choose a school that the student will enjoy. The student, once in school, should enroll in classes that will be fun and sound interesting, whether or not they may apply to the student's major: often some classes are only available for a short time, and missing out on taking a class is disappointing. Students should live in a dorm for at least one year because that is a good way to meet people. Students should also not be afraid to talk to professors, instead of limiting their time together to only time in class. All students have different choices regarding the size of their campus. I don't know whether it would be more beneficial to attend a large or small school, but I think students need to consider this before deciding on a college.

There are so many colleges out there! If you get to college and think it isn't the right place for you spend a semester there before taking any action. And don't worry, there's no shame in being a transfer! You might just find the best college for you by trying somewhere new- I did. Also, make the best of your college experience- be whoever you want to be, and don't be afraid to do things you've only thought about doing. And parents, there are so many activities at college, that your offspring will have opportunities to see things they've never been exposed to- plays, concerts, lectures, and professors who really know what they are talking about. Once they get involved they won't have time to be homesick. No matter, there will be great places to be eat (thought it might take several trys to find the best one), and whatever you chose to do there will be people there who are interested in it too!

Simple: walk around campus and make sure you feel comfortable and at home there. Do not pick a college based on your friends or anyone else's opion besides your own. Even if you are dead set on a particular college visit other colleges to be positive. The best advice is to walk around a campus and see if you can imagine yourself there.

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Find a college that fits your needs, you do not want to be stuck somewhere that you are not happy with. Make the decision based not only on the academic environment but also the surroundings. Academics is a huge part of college, however, if you are not happy with the weather or surrounding landscape you will not be happy there. You need to look inside yourself and say "I know I will be happy here", if you can say that, then you know you have made the right choice. When you are at school, have fun. Get involved in anything that interestes you, if you do not do it now you will never do it. Join different clubs, go to sporting events, and meet as many people as you can. College is a once in a life time experience so make the best of it while you are there. And remember, haveing fun is important, but ultimately you are there for academics, so still have fun but do not let it get in the way of your school work.

Make sure you find a school that meets your needs both academically and socially. If you are unhappy it is hard to accelerate academically.

If you are looking for an all around school, Indiana University is the place to be. It offers you everything you can think of. Everyone here including the staff are so understanding and so supportive. It is a great feeling knowing your part of something so amazing.

Find a place where you can see yourself at. Somewhere you enjoy being, and surround yourself with friendly people. ALWAYS keep in contact with an advisor. They will not keep up with you, YOU must keep in touch with them if you want to stay on track. Enjoy your freshman year....don't get a drinking ticket.....try to go to class....after freshman year you have to work a little harder, but the benefits really pay off :0) Don't ever have more than 1 roommate...it will not end up good. Be safe...call your parents at least once a week....they miss you and are putting your butt through school. Go to football games...tailgate...go to basketball games.....take advantage of all the things a college has to offer you....your parents are paying for it so it's "free"...after college, nothing is free. Don't stress out.....and when you're 21...go to the bars....not during the week (you won't wake up for your 9am the next morning)....really pay attention to who you are....take lots of pictures. Savor the moment :*)

I would suggest finding a college that mainly focuses on that which you wish to do for the rest of your life. Even if you change your major, it would be best to try for a school that is based around your primary study, whether it be music or mathemetics. But make sure that the university also offers other fields that you might be interested in other than your orignal major. You might find something that you really enjoy later on in your career. You should also try applying for as many scholarships as you can, as soon as you can. You never know what could be out there!

The best advice that I could give to parents and/or students about finding the right college is to start the research process early in your high school career so that you feel prepared and confident when making your selection come senior year of high school. It is very easy to put of researching colleges and finding the right fit, some kids even feel that they already know what college they are going to attend because a friend or parent attended that college but come to find out that it's not the right fit for them. Also, take advantage of on campus visits and financial aid, such as scholarships and grants before you begin your freshmen year at college. When classes start you have enough to worry about other than financial issues and things that will disract your focus from getting off to the best start possible your first semester freshmen year. College can be whatever you want to make it. If you put forth the effort early on before college starts you will definitely have a leg up on your peers and have the right tools to succeed at whatever college you choose. Good Luck!