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My advice to students and parents would be to pick a school that is build around a friendly environment. A friendly environment maintains a friendly foundation. Its highly recommended that the school should be visited more than one time just to get a strong opinion about the school. Go to the campus during the week days, so that one can develop a sense of how the sudents interact and behave in their environment. Then, go during a weekend to see how the students spend there time off. Do the students all go home for the weekends? Do they socialize at parties and/or clubs? It also may not hurt to do some research and determine what kind of workload, advising, and teachers are like at the college. Take the steps and time to determine an appropiate college. If their is a close decision, you may not be able to make a wrong choice. Once he/she begins to attend school, they should not be afraid to attend activities or functions. Many of the students are in the same pair of shoes. It may take time, but the friends you make at college are basically the friends you keep for life.

Sit down and talk to your parents and get there opinion. Go to college fair and only talk to the universites that you are interested in select those ones and set up appointments and go visit with your parents and see what that college has to offer. Some will choose a small college and others will want a large college, You have to go with the one that will best fit your needs. I knew when I stepped on the campus of West Virginia I knew after looking at thre other colleges that this was the one for me I just had that feeling. It has been such a wonderful experience so far the only draw back is the cost. I am out of state so for me tution is almost doubled. I am tring to help my parents with loans we have all taken some out.Scholarships help so much I can only hope when you read this I will be considered for one.

I think those looking for colleges should look around at more than one college, and pick ones that are different in nature. I was able to see a few and this helped me make my decision because I am very pleased in my decision and wouldnt have wanted to attended any other college.

I would advise students and their families to visit numerous colleges in all different community settings and sizes (i.e. small colleges vs large universities, more rural vs urban) to see which the student likes better and feels more natural in. I would also advise them to look at schools both near and far from home and to think about how family orientated they are and if they think they will be okay living far away. I would advise students to pick a school they feel comfortable in and like many aspects of. Also to pick a school that offers their major. When looking at schools I would advise families to go when class is in session and talk to students to get a feel of how the campus is on a daily basis. To make the most of the college experience I would advise students to try new things and talk to people they normally would not talk to. To come with an open mind and make friends from their dorm floor. I would also advise them to go to class and to study because it is easy to fall behind. To balance their social and academic lives.

I think parents and students really need to look at the schools and what they have to offer for the major of the student's choice. They need to look at more than just academics, they need to go walk the campus and see if it seems like a fit for them, go and talk to students on campus, they are more than willing to take the time to talk to you about it. Go sit in on one of the classes in your chosen major, you will get a chance to see what it is like. Don't rush your choice, and go with what feels right and natural to you.

The number one piece of advice I can give is to get involved in any way you can. When college starts it gives anyone the option to reinvent themselves. That person is no longer pigeon holed into the stereotype from high school. At college you can be whoever you want to be. Check out greek life, join a club, maybe you will even start a club. The possibilities become endless on campus. This is the one chance in your life that you are able to take risks, meet new people, and have the time of your life. Most people refer to high school as the best days of their lives. They are dead wrong. College is all about what you personally make of it. My advice is to make the most of it. Academics are the most important thing, but don't waste four years with your nose in the books only. Get out, make new friends and do something new and fun. If you don't, I guarantee you will regret it!

I'd have to say in the search for the right college, look for someplace that wows you. When you visit it, and you're not sure, it's probably not the best college for you. When I stepped onto my college for the first time, I was amazed. I knew at once it was the best place for me. But make sure you visit! It's an important step in trying to find the right fit. As for making the most of the college experience, get out. It can be a scary period when you first enter college, but getting out and meeting people and finding things to participate in will make your days at college all the more fun. But also, learn how to manage your time. Have lots of fun, but remember to set aside a portion of time for studying and homework. When you get the hang of time management, college becomes and even better place. So to all those searching for their colleges, good luck!

Visit the campus. I think it's important to look into the academic side of things but every school pounds those facts and stats into your head. My advice is to walk around campus, hang out in the student union and see if its the type of place where you fit in, feel comfortable and can mesh with the students there. College is more than just a school, its your home and community for the next four years. Make sure it fits you.

When looking for a college that is right for you, it is important to visit as many schools as possible. Go out on your own, talk to students and locals, and really try to get a feel for both the college and the surrounding town. The most important thing is to find a place where you can be happy for the next four years. Don't rush in to any decisions, start looking early, and get as much information as you can about all the schools you are interested in.

Take your time and pick a good college that overall suites your needs.