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Don't be afraid. Fear is the biggest anchor weighing you down. To parents- dont MAKE your child go to the school you went to, let them choose. To students- listen to your parents, they are wiser then give them credit for. As for the college experience; it is what you make it. A school is only a 'party school' if you party. A school is only an 'academic school' if you study. Work hard and don't throw that time away, after all you paid for it so you might as well get your monies worth. Don't be afraid. Live. Try new things, meet new people.

Visit the campus first, be open minded and set your priorities in the right order.

College is a big step up from High School, so I'd recommend really researching the college before you apply anywhere. By research, I mean actually asking for brochures from the college, going to the college websites, going to see the college in person, etc. Personally I actually prefer going to the colleges that you have in mind is always the best way to go to figure out which college you like. Also, I figure once you have actually seen the college with your own eyes and saw the faculty and staff on campus, it will narrow your decisions down of which colleges to choose from. Yes, choosing a good college for yourself or your child is somewhat difficult, because there are so many things you have to keep in mind when choosing a college; but in the end it will be worth it, because YOU make your college experience happen, not the college itself.

Be sure and weigh out your options. Do not automatically go with your first acceptance, unless you are one hundred percent sure that this is where you want to be. If extra-curricular activities are important, research these and how important they are on campus. Enjoy your college experience. Have fun, but keep your head focused. Everyone deserves a break from studying and school, so be sure and allow yourself to do so!

Parents, I know its hard, but let your students have most of the say in what school they want to attend. Your student is after all the one who will be living there and attending classes. Students, after you narrow down your college choices make sure you visit all the campuses and ask questions while your there. Maybe sit in on a class or just ask someone passing by on campus what they think about the university. As far as making the most of your college experience remeber students that you are attend college to get a job so make sue you keep your grades up! But on the other hand dont be all work and no play college is supposed to be some of the "best years of your life" so make friends have fun and get invoved in activities that intrest you. Rember as you have the time of your life at college your parents probably miss you so drop them a line every so often.

I would say to the students to get really involved in as many extra activities as they can. Staying busy keeps you out of trouble and that goes for any college. To the parents I would say let your children make their own mistakes; do not make them go to a university just because you like it.

This is probibly the first time I've been asked to give advice, usually I'm asking for it. One of the main criteria when looking for the right school is, beleive it or not, the city it's in. If you love the university but hate the city, it's a conflict of interest and it will be hard to be loyal and grateful to a school in a surrounding area you don't care for. Another factor is size, too small and it may not feel like college, too big and you may get swallowed into the system. Everyone is different but keep in mind that this is still school, you are going to college to learn, so do your research! look up their academic ranking, visit it, check into how hard it is to get into, these will all give a good idea as to what standard they hold their students to, and therefore what kind of academics they provide.

First of all, both parent(s) and student should visit the college campus multiple times. That way, you can get the true feeling of the everyday "flow" on campus. IF the student has a friend that attends the university, stay a weekend with them. That way the student can get the feel of college life from a student's perspective. Lastly, create a pros and cons list of the top three universities that were visited. This helps narrow down which school fits your wants and needs best. Parents need to keep in mind that this is their child's first chance to be an adult.

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Find a place where you know you can find both a quiet place to study and a group of friends that will never let you feel lonely. You need to know where you are going is a safe place for you. Make sure you have the option of joining a club your first year so you are involved in the school somehow. Don't ever doubt a place unless you've visited. If you feel like you've found the right place, go with your gut feeling. Don't be afraid of going against what your parents taught you. Live your life to it's full potential. To reach your full potential, you must reach your goals and achieve your dreams. If your dream is to get a tattoo, then so be it. You will remember that night forever. Making the most of your college experience is being able to look back and love what you did.