Kevin
Make sure you make a visit to all the colleges and universities that you are interested in. Make sure that your parents go with you on these visits. Pick the one that you feel most comfortable with in regards to setting, classes, and costs. Make the right decision for you.
christin
visit many school before you make your final decision.
Mitchell
Choose a school that makes the most sense for what you want to do and your finances. While we tend to get caught up on the social aspect or location more, it ends up really not mattering because your going to be able to find friends no matter where you go.
Annie
I think that when you visit the right college, you will know. I instantly felt at home when I visited the University of South Carolina even though it was so far away from where I grew up. It is also important, if the school is large, to have the opportunity to make it feel small. Clubs, Intramural sports, Greek Life, and other academic organizations are ways to make a big school feel small. Getting involved in activities like those will help you make the most of your experience and introduce you to people who may become friends for life.
Deborah
I would suggest that parents and students visit the campus of the schools they are applying to. It is also helpful to speak to a professor or two from the department the student wishes to be in and also speak to a student currently in that department. As far as making the most of the experience I recommend that the student should do his or her best to make good friends and pursue as much knowledge possible.
Jessica
My best advice to prospective college students is to visit the campuses they are interested in in attending. While the university's academic merit is very important, other crucial factors are also necessary to consider when deciding on a college to attend. For example, the university's overall atmosphere is a critical component in a student's campus life. By visiting colleges of interest, a student can get a better feel for the campus and even have a chance to converse with actual students who attend the university. Asking questions about extracurricular activities, social life, campus happenings, housing, facilities, and the university's surroundings will give prospective students an idea of what to expect. After all, studying comes first, but one must feel comfortable in the environment he/she is looking to spend two to four years involved in. Once a college is chosen, the best way to make the most of the experience is getting involved! Getting involved is a great way to meet people, make new friends, and really feel like you belong in the university community.
Julia
visit them and talk to students
Myleisha
Find a college that offers you and your child the opportunity to grow and become a better person in every aspect of life. Students shoul remember to study hard stay focused, motivated, and determined to become a better person and to succeed in school and everything that they do. The should also take the time to enjoy all of the great opporunities that their college or university offers. Become active in different organizations, make as many friends as possible, get to know your professors, and never be afraid to ask for helpwhen you need it
Kristen
Be sure to find a college that fits your personality. If you don't get along with the students you will end up being miserable and you will get nothing done.