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Visit. Have your son or daughter go for a school week to live with someone who stays on campus. Living it is the only way to really know.

The best advice is to make sure you're happy with your decision. Picking a college out of a catalogue will not define your experience there, nor will simply driving by the campus. Sit in on a class, visit professors, talk to students, wander aimlessly for at least an hour, have a meal or two, and sit and think about how much time you will spend there. Choosing a college is not french vanilla or hazelnut coffee. You are choosing the people you learn with as well as they people who teach you. You are choosing the place that you will pay to experience. If you cannot smile thinking of the next four years, then you have not picked the right college for you. It is just as much about happiness as it is about the quality of your education. I promise you will not regret your choice if find the right fit. Learn about your interests and you will learn about yourself. Make friends and you will never fail. Never hesitate on a chance to better yourself. College depends on you to make the best of it and nothing but your best will suffice.

Follow your heart. Im an out of state student, i never had thought about going out of state but I really knew I eventually wanted to end up in Boston or New York, and here I am! Im a half an our out of Boston and four hours away from New York, It gives me all kinds of opportunities I didnt have in my home state. I really reccomend finding a college that has atleast two academic programs that you would enjoy, and absolutely has a study abroad or exchange program! Live in the dorms your first year, its a great way to bond and create lifetime friendships!!!

Finances always play a huge role in deciding where you can go but don't let it be the only deciding factor. If you are happy and work hard you can pay your loans off. You don't want to be miserable while you are at school because it wasn't what you wanted but it was all you thought you could afford. There are a lot of options out there and majority of colleges will work with you if you are passionate about you studying there.

It can be tough to find the right school for you. Make sure to visit many different campuses, all of different varieties, so you can narrow down the school that would be perfect for you. Also, start looking early, then you will have time to find your dream school, and a great chance to research the financial aid offered, possible scholarships, and to have a better chance at being accepted. It is never too early to start looking at colleges! If the stress of seeing if your application was accepted is too much for you, see if your school of choice offers on-the-spot admissions. You'll be interviewed by the admissions department right on campus and they decided that day whether you are accepted or not! I truly believe the college experience is what you make it. Freshman year is always the hardest but if you keep positive and be yourself you will have the best experience before the end of the semester. Join clubs in your major; you'll be in a group of people with similar goals as you. Stay focused, work towards your dreams, and college will be the most memorable years of your life.

Find a school that is close enough to come home when you need to, but far enough away that you have an excuse to stay at school on the weekends.

Once in college try to be involved...regardless if you live on campus or commute try to get invovled in at least one thing. The experience of joining a group and club can make the difference of a life time.

Do alot of research and make sure you know what school is right for you. College isnt light on the wallet so make sure your choice is something you can enjoy and embrace the next 4+ years of your life.

my advice would be to make sure you are happy at whichever school you choose. if you are not happy then its not worth it.

I woudl tell people to mkae sure they are comfortabe where they aer going. Also it is not a sin to change you major, you are not locked in, so do not fret.