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The advice I would give students that are currently trying to figure out what college to attend would be to make sure that the college has everything they're looking for. Make a list of what you want to achieve while you are in college, whether it just be a 2-year associate degree or a 4-year bachelor's degree. I went away for college for my Freshman year and ended up hating it, so students that are looking to go away need to take the time to make sure they want to go away. I came home because nothing at that school interested me, now that I'm home, I go to football/basketball games and get involved on campus. Ask how easy it is to get a job and off-campus housing once you're out of the dorms. Visiting a college campus is a really good way of seeing yourself at that school, you can experience that campus hands-on. See if you can get a one-on-one tour from a current student. Another thing to make positive of, is that the major that you choose is accredited at the college you wish to attend.

do a lot of research on the school you wish to attend

One thing that I love about my college is the requirement of participating in a Co-op education (internship) and I reccomend that to everyone. I would also recommend researching the curriculum for your desired major at the colleges of your choice.

Research a lot. Really think about the city/town you live in. I live in an urban city and went to a rural school, and disliked it and transferred. This is a big decision, if you don't know what you want to major in, pick a school with a lot of majors.

You will know when you find the right college. It just feels right!

For Parents: Make sure you talk to your child about what they want. Find out what exactly it is that they are looking for in a school. A big University isn't for everyone. Some students like small class sizes and more attention from teachers and do better like that. A student will do better in an atmosphere that they are comfortable in. So make sure your decision is what your child wants and what is best for them. Also COST, chose a school that offers financial aid and is affordable for your students. Encourage your child to apply for scholarships because the help take some of the stress of college costs. Also make sure that while your child is away at school, you offer advice and always give support. But don't hover, they are away at college and its not necessary to know your childs every move. Give them their space, but always make sure your are there for them when they need you. Care packages always come in handy, and when they come home, make their favorite meals!! Thats always something to look forward too!!

I would just say to do what feels right to you. You shouldn't worry so much about where your friends are going or who you're going to know, it's more important to go with your gut and 90{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the time everything works out for the best. Also, give it a few months or so before making judgements about the school or your roomate(s). If you get past the first few months, you start to adjust to things better and you'll find yourself better enjoying the college experience. Just remember that college is (usually) only 4 years of your life and many people describe it as some of the best years of your life. After college you have to get a job and are forced to grow up so enjoy each and every minute of it while you can. Don't compare it to high school and just see it as an opportunity to meet new people and completely start new and you often will make friends you'll have the rest of your life.

It is definetely important to weigh your options. You should spend time during your junior year of high school visiting any university that interests you. It will cost some money to do so, but it will pay off in the end when you enroll in the right school. Once you're enrolled at the college of your choice you can't shy away from oppurtunities. You should be involved with the activities you enjoy. At my school there are many oppurtunities for participation in intermural sports, student government, and various other clubs. If you don't get involved, the college experience wouldn't be complete. Through these activities you can learn invaluable leadership skills and make plenty of friends. Even though you should be involved with many activities, your education is always first, no matter what. College classes definetely take more independent learning and you need allocate enough time to learn everyting you need to know to succeed in the classroom. The information is not spoon-fed to you like it is in high school so do what you can to prepare for earning your own education. Taking AP classes is the best way to do just that. Good luck!

I would tell them to look at a place where they can get involved. If you can get involved on campus in anything you will have a much greater experience. Of course, I would also tell them to look at the program of interest and decide if it is right for them, if they like the campus itself, the city the college is located. You have to be able to see yourself enjoying each of these things in order to make the most of your college experience, and then you must get involved and stay involved.

To the students i will say to make sure you apply to more than just that one college. Also go and visit the campus and see how you like it. I applied to many different colleges and got accepted into all of them. Do not slack on your work, set aside a time for your friends and school work. Make sure that you get involved in things going on around campus. I find that if your involved in things at school you will do better. Because when your happy you will have better grades. If your not happy where you are then you wont do as well. To the parents I will say let your child pick the college they would like to go to. Give them space so that they will be able to grow and become responsible young adults. Because my mom gave me space i am able to do more things on my own and make my own decisions. I do everything on my own and im more independent. Just be there when they need you the most and be understanding. And remember that no matter how old they become they will always be your child.