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I would emphasize visiting the college (i.e going to orientation) before going to a school. A school may do all the things rite such as give scholarships, have friendly people on the phone, etc, however this does not mean that it's the best school for you. I also emphasize using all resources available to you when it comes to applying for scholarships. Make sure you like the school for you and not for your parents.

I would advise students to think for a long while about what they realistically intend to achieve academically at college, and then decide on a school that matches their goals. Many students seem to deceive themselves into thinking that they need to go just so that they can have the experience of living on a campus. This is far from true, and it should not be a factor (or at least not a very strong factor) when choosing a college or university. There is too much emphasis on having fun at college, so much so that some students decide to go to a school that looks more fun extra-curricularly over a school that is stronger academically. In the long run, how much fun a student had at college matters very little--especially when it comes to getting a good job. As such, it is far more important to choose a school that fits academically than it is to choose one that supports an excess of extra-curricular activities.

I would visit ALL schoools before applying and get a feel for it. Finding someone you know who attends the school is a good idea because then you can experience a day in their college life. Once you enroll and begin attending your school, give it a chance- if you don't like it at first maybe it's because you just haven't found your niche yet, so give it time and you will eventually find something in the school that suits you.

First of all, parents be open to your kids choices of schools, especially if you can afford it. For a kid to be able to attend their "dream school" would inspire that kid/ young adult to make an extra effort to be able to stay at the school. For those students who unfortunately cant afford to go to their dream schools, take advantage of the schools around you, enjoy the experience and use it to springboard into doing what they want to do and go where they go following their graduation. To make the most out of college, students must learn to associate and network themselves around good people who may benefit them in the future. College give the student a chance to get away from their parents at a time where most teens and parents may need a little space. College allows for students to get away, and it allows for parents to feel safe with knowing that their kids are in a controlled place. College is a great place to learn, as well as grow up. Freshman come in as 18 year old kids and leave as 22 year old adults and the experience is unlike no other.

Choosing the right college is one of the most important choices you will have to make in your life. I suggest that you sit down and go through all the colleges that interest you. Once you are done with that, you should go visit them as often as you can and talk to as many students and professors at the college that you can. Getting as many different views of that institution that you are looking at is the best way to get knowledge of that school. I chose the University of Connecticut by doing exactly what I said in the previous statements and have not looked back once. I love it here and if I were to choose to do it all over again I would not change a thing. Once you are at college you must make the most of all your opportunities. When you first get there, it is alright to focus solely on school until you get your footing. After a few weeks of that though you should really branch out and join as many clubs as you can and are interested in. The best way to maximize your college career is to become involved!

I would say to students is that you should pick the school that fits you socially and academically. College is your own personal decision and you should make sure that its the right one. I knew Uconn was the right school for me because it fitted my academic needs and my social needs.

Finding the right college: -Take your time to choose. Price is important, but you have to know that the culture at the school fits YOU. YOU are unlike anyone else in the world, but you share something in common with everyone. Just find the school where you seem to identify with everybody. Making the most: -It's up to you. Get involved in student activites. Do it. Even if you're gonna be crazy and be an engineer or something, get involved in a fun student group on campus doing what you love. Nothing will bring you closer friends and better connections than that.

Always go with your gut. Make sure it is a place you will feel comfortable and know that you will be challenged as an intellectual and as a person. Don't be afraid of growth and change.

Finding the right college can seem overwhelming. There is alot of hard work and time that goes into making the decision. When it comes down to making the decision go with wherever you feel the most comfortable. You should be able to see yourself living on the campus for the next four years. I didn't know where I wanted to go until the very last minute, but when I compared my choices I knew the right one was Uconn. I could totally see the next four years of my life unfolding here and I felt completely comfortable staying on the campus. I definitly made the right decision.

Finding the right school isn't easy. Its important to remember that just because a school looks great on paper,it might not translate into a fairytale. Having a star football team or prestigious alumni doesn't mean its right for you. So VISIT the campuses. TALK to students. What made them choose to attend? Tours are great, but the real dirt comes from students. Set on a major? Contact someone in your program who can give you the inside scoop. No major? No problem. Many schools offer exploratory programs. DON'T be afraid of big schools. big schools mean more people, but they also mean big options. GET INVOLVED. It sounds like a broken record, but there is no better way to meet people. Like to ski? Want to skydive? Learn Salsa? you're bound to find a club or start your own.TRY SOMETHING NEW! There is no better way to learn about yourself then by branching out. Play soccer or ultimate frisbee? Most schools have tons of intramural sports teams. If your school offers a greek life system, consider going Greek! No matter what you do, getting involved will make the transition to college smoother for you.