Maegan
Go to a school that you feel most comfortable and comfidant at. Try to have a balance between both having fun and school work.
Tiffany
It helps to know what field of study the students want to go into because most schools are known for certain fields. I find that those who are well known for a certain field have lots to offer for those students. But even if a student goes to a school and doesn't go into that well-known-field, doesn't mean that there's nothing for them. Go to the University Center, there's usually a bulletin somewhere telling the students what's going on for that week or month.
Jessica
Before deciding on a school, talk to the students there inorder to get an honest view of the campus life and curriculum. Be stable enough in finances so that while you are a student you dont have to work especially if going to a acdemically demanding school.
Chris
Don't rule out small schools from your choices. UAH has been a great school for me largely because is a smaller school (7000 total students). I get to enjoy eating lunch with my faculty every other week and engaging them in casual conversation as well as in ways to improve the school. The smaller classes are definately a plus.
Jennifer
Finding the right college can be tough process, you should begin early. Apply to as many colleges as you think you would like to attend, keep your options open. After you get your respones then you can start being picky. Visit the colleges that you are very interested in, often the website and description is not a complete picture of the college. Ask questions, ask students who currently attend that school if possible, often students work in the admissions office, and they will give you a tour. Make sure you find out what you are getting for your money, ask about amenties that students get (my school gives you free acess to the fitness center if you are full time). Find out what kind of college that it is, is it an engineering/liberal arts school or a conservative school. This information will let you know what is important to the school. To the future student, the best advice that I can give you, is to take time for yourself and relax. Take in the culture of the city, get invloved in the community through your college, this will serve you well when it is time to get a job.
lizzy
Go whereever the money is.
Alexandra
In order to find the right college to attend, do a lot of research, take tours, meet students, ask counselors any questions one might have, and be open to making friends. The better relationship one has with the college and community around it, the easier it will be to enjoy the college experience.
Emily
Find a college that fits who you are and one that you feel comfortable in. These years can be the best ones of your life and you will find friends that will last a lifetime.
Cornell
Spend time thinking about what you want to do for a living before you schedule a meeting with a college counselor to determine your schedule. Go and observe the work in person. Meet someone and question them concerning that occupation. College is not like high school- order and rules within the classrooms are far less strict. Also be certain about what you stand for; what you believe and hold as true will be challenged. Your basis for truth has to be greater than just because parents say so. As a person you have to be able to stand by yourself, without your parents present to aide. The right college can be found by researching the local businesses and communities. If the institution has a history of putting out successful workers and making a difference then it would be best for the individual who is searching for a college.
Tyler
Look at what is around in the area (parks, jobs, disc golf courses... etc)