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I would tell them what I tell my younger sister who is looking to attend college in a year. From personal experience, visit the campuses that you are considering and then try to picture yourself going to classes and making friends there. If in your gut, you feel like the college would be a good fit, then most likely, it is! And I have only attended college for one year so far so I probably do not have the wisest advice but I feel as if I have made the most of my college experience so far. I have joined a sorority which allowed me to meet many new people and become involved in many campus activities. So I would definitely recommend joining a group that will introduce you to as many new people and things as possible. Also, have fun but do not forget about your grades. They determine how you spend the rest of your life so while going out and having fun is important, keep a good balance between that and getting your schoolwork done. And most of all enjoy it!

My advice to students and parents out there is choose the school that you feel most comfortable with and make sure it houses your major. Look for the school that cares about your success and tries everything they can to make sure you succeed. Do not go for a school that you really want to attend because your friends are attending or family has gone there for years but for what is right for you and your future. Making the most of your college experience is really simple. Attend the major events that are famous around campus like Hawk Week at the University of Kansas which introduces students to the campus and all its facilities. Also attend some of the sporting events and also make friends outside of your career friends and really broaden your horizons. It does not hurt to join some clubs and organizations like marching band or your dorm hall government or join some intramural sports.

It's important to find a college that feels like home. You'll be spending years of your life there, and if you aren't comfortable they can be miserable. If you go on a campus tour and can see yourself taking that walk at least one hundred more times, you've probably found the right one.

My advice would first be to take as many college visits as you feel neccessary, even if you see the same school 8 different times- you want to make sure you love the place you'll be there for at least 4 years. While on these visits, try talking to available professors who will possibly be teaching you in the future- get their perspective on classes, lectures and especially the homework/projects. Then have your guide (or whoever you are with) take you down the main street of campus to speak with several (possibly random) college students to get their perspective on campus life. Try several different approaches, such as gender, ethnicity and even age to help maximize your knowledge about the college. Learn about each of the intramural sports and clubs or activities offered around the school to help fill the void between classes and to possibly develop new friendships. Finally, learn about all the advantages the school can offer you in the form of academics, such as the size of classrooms and the number and size of libraries (the amount of books)- after all, that is why you're going to college.

I would tell students or parents to find a campus that offers a lot of interesting classes, and one that is fairly large, but not so large that it interferes with acedemic achievment. A large campus offers many choices, allows the student greater opportunities to have a rich and diverse social life, and grants the student the privilage of learning how to survive as an adult in a changing world. More acedemic choices mean students graduate with a more versatile set of skills and a more inclusive view of the world. Because the future of politics seems to be globalization, a campus full of people from all walks of life and locations on Earth gives students experience interacting with varied social groups and cultures. Graduating from a college that offers more experiences accedemically and socially prepares young adults for an unforgiving and complex world. A simple philosophy can help new students make the most out of college; get out and experience everything your campus has to offer. Although studying and acedemics are important without a doubt, college is also about learning what's out there, what life has to offer. Most of all, college is fun.

Talk with current or past students that attend the school. Find a school that has a good community, support from alumni members, good academics, and good athletics department. To make the most of school, don't shy away from new experiences and people. Talk with your professors and become friendly with them. One day you might need their letter of recommendation or they have a contact in the area you want to pursue. Also, don't be a fly on the wall. Become more assertive in your classroom.

Before commiting to a school, it is vital to visit campus. To understand the spirit and feel of a university you must walk around campus and talk to the natives. Keeping a balance in your academic and social life is of upmost importance. Try not to burn out on studying, but commit as much time as possible to the coursework. Also, take a class for fun! You never know what passions and talents you could unlock in your college career. Try to get involved; there should be many groups or clubs relating to your interests and studies. If there is something you would like to see turned into a club, all you need is a sponsor and a few friends! For the first academic year, it is really beneficial to live on campus. It will help acclimate you to the university and you'll meet several new people in your hall that could end up being your friends for life.

I would advise students and parents to begin thinking about college early in high school years. Many people I know wait too long to think about college and end up simply applying to the closest school, even if it is not right for them. Thinking about college early gives students the time to decide what they are looking for in a college, and then to investigate different schools to see which ones match their interests. I think this is crucial to make the most of your college experience. Finding a school that fits your interests and desires will help you get the most out of the school you attend. College is one of the best experiences of a persons life. Making sure you are in the right college is critical to making the most of your college years.

The first step in selecting the perfect college is knowing what aspects are most important to the student and his or her family. Remembering, of course, that it is the student?s college experience, and their ideals are the most important After these select ideals are known, find the colleges that incorporate those ideals within the school?s environment. Once you?ve narrowed down your selections, do everything possible to discover what life is like on that campus. Go on campus visits, email the faculty, even email students! Some people experience an ?epiphany.? They walk on campus and know it?s the school for them. Others are not so lucky and the process can be long. However, to make the most of the college experience, it is crucial that, despite the obvious nerves associated with entering college, the emotion that should be escalating the highest is utter excitement! On the first day of school, students should be walking into class confident, open-minded, and ready to embark on one of the greatest journeys of their lives.

I would say getting involved in campus activities whether it be sports, fraternities/sororities, or academia clubs is a great way to meet people. I think what makes a great college experience is not only what you get out of getting an education but the people you meet while you're there. I think that's what I personally cherish most while attending KU. I also think that knowing how to be by yourself is a good lesson to learn as well. I believe it helps find yourself and also teaches you to enjoy your own company. It's ok to go out and have fun, party but some nights are meant for staying in and putting in that time towards studying. Lastley choose a place that you feel most comfortable. If you feel out of place even a little bit it may be a warning sign and its important to pay attention to first instincts. Also choose a campus with an environment you love. I love our universities campus in the summer, fall, winter, and spring, because I always find our campuses landscape to be beautiful in all seasons. I'd have to say that fall is my favorite.