Sarah
Don't get distracted by social activities-- do your work and study more than you need to.
Kyle
Find somewhere where you can learn about something that you are passionate about. Find somewhere that offers something that you would like to do the rest of your life.
Lauren
I think that the best advice when you are choosing where you want to study is choosing what feels right. Forget about what your friends are doing, what everyone expects you to do, and just go with your gut. Remember, college is YOUR experience. Don't be afraid to try new things and really find out what you like. No matter where you go and what the school is like, the main determinant of your experience is you.
Adam
Prestige is not always the key. A school may be bigger or better but may not present as many opportunities. I could have went to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, but I chose UWW instead. Since I made that decision, I am already the sports broadcaster and assistant sports director at the TV station. My school is smaller and less prestigous but offers just as good of an education and more opportunities for me. If you go into a college open minded on a visit you will pick a lot of things up.
Anjuli
Go on tours, and be sure to let your children choose the school that is right for them. When you arrive, there is just something that clicks, and you know that college is the right school, it just fits.
Stephanie
Make sure you really look into all of your options. You don't want to be making the wrong decision when it comes to something as important as this. Really be aware of what you?re really looking for in a school. College is where you begin your future. This is where you find you life long friends, where you learn what it is you need to succeed. It is very important that the school you choose, you choose because you love it. Not because your best friend goes there, or because you boyfriend goes there, or it's where you parents want you to go. This is your chance to really branch out and be your own person, make sure you're doing this for you, and no one else.
Molly
Go where your major is. This is why you are going to school. The social part will happen where ever you go. Please give where ever you go a chance and do not follow someone to their dream school. This is a once in a lifetime chance!
Bridget
Look at every school, and if you are still unsure, look again. Get as much info as you can, and don't rule a school out at first, keep an open mind. Make a list of what is most important, and make sure that the school offers the best in it for you.
Marie
The best thing you could do is to actually go and visit the campus. Really do your research about what the university has to offer. Ask yourself if you would prefer to be in a more rural setting, or in the city. If you attend a smaller campus, people are going to know your business whether you like it or not. If you attend a larger campus, like in the city, you can keep to yourself a bit better. Don't pick a college based on it having the reputation of being a "party school." That's not what you're there to do. Join clubs/organizations on campus. THE BEST way to get involved is to join a fraternity or sorority. They participate in homecoming, community serivce, as well as participating in many other events on campus. Plus, it's a great way of meeting a bunch of people at once. Set goals for yourself and be an asset to your college community. Properly, and responsibily, balance drinking with school. Always remember that you're there to learn and so be sure to put school first.
Berenice
This school is really good for the Business program. I did not like the meal plans that were so strict, but I don't know if they have made any changes since I used it. People like to go home to work of to see family on the weekends. It's not too bad if you stick around too though! For the price you pay, it's overall a great school!