Wesley
My best advice would be to take one step at a time and try not to rush or worry about it. You're taking a great step in deciding to get an education, and its a great experience you'll never forget. The first step is knowing what you want to do with your life and what you'd like to go into. At this point you can decide where, as in location, you would like to be. See what schools are there that have your field of study then apply and sign up for a tour. Sign up for at least three schools so if you're for some reason not accepted into one school you'll still have some back up plans. When you're attending the tour make sure they offer extra-curricluar activities you enjoy, remember it never hurts to ask. Also get a good look at the campus and make sure its a clean appealing environment to you. Before or after the tour explore the area around the campus to be sure you're happy with it, and to see if there is options for off campus living. Lastly, have fun and good luck!
Garrik
Let your kids decide!
Kaylin
I would say that you have to find a college that you can have fun at as well as be academically challenged. Make sure that there is at least one group or club that you would like to get involved with on campus, and join it! It will help you get to know other people, and feel more a part of campus life. It should also be a college that is affordable. Look for scholarships, grants, and loans that can help you get into the college that you would most enjoy. Get a job and save up some money to help pay for college. Having a little extra spending money during the school year can really make your experience at college enjoyable.
Joseph
If you can, stay close to home. It's no fun to have to drive to see your family all the time, especially with todays gas prices. Also, don't give too much thought to the cost of the college. Take the college that offers a very good program in the area you wish to study and that has a reputation for having a good community. Of course, last but not least, have fun at college!
Andrea
First of all, you can always switch colleges if you don't end up liking your first choice. It happens and I know I had no idea of what kind of atmosphere I wanted until I actually got to college. I fortunately ended up at the right college for my particular personality and preferences. As for choosing a college, go for something that is like where you grew up. If you grew up in a city then choose a college in a city atomosphere, and if you grew up in the suburbs/country, go for a college in that type of area; unless of course you didn't enjoy your childhood. Once you find the right college, get organized and stay that way. College is VERY different from high school, and simply winging it will not work in your favor. One last thing, if you're looking for a boyfriend/girlfriend here are some words of advice from my Grandpa. Do well in school and focus on what you want to do with your life and the rest will come in time.
Lavaughnta
First and foremost I would suggest not going somewhere because of an outside interference. Simply not going somewhere because of other people, whether thats a boy or girlfriend, mom, dad, sister, brother, or friend. College is a time to really find yourself and prepare yourself for your future. So make sure you pick a school that fits your preferances. Like if you like being in a huge crowd, pick a big school, and the same goes for wanting to be more noticable, to go to a smaller school. At the end of the day you should feel like the school you pick is a resemblance of who you are as a person