Marie
I recommmend having your sudent visit the campus with a friend that goes to that school to get the inside scoop. Campus tours are great, but they tend to sugar coat things and its hard to get a straight answer out of the tour guides. Even ask other students walking around campus what they think about the school. I would also look into the surrounding area., go out to dinner and ask the waiter about it! Real people will give you real answers, I would never recommend sending a student to a school without getting the true story.
Deirdre
Visit the campus of the universities that you are interested in and investigate what majors and minors they offer. Also, look at what financial aid they will offer you. Look at what supplemental services they offer outside the classroom. See what the public transportation is like around campus and where the local conveniences are.
Emily
Go with your gut instinct and go wherever will make you happy!!!
Melissa
I would tell student especially that they should try to find a college that really fits them, go visit many and make a decision that is right for you. Don't just go where you're friends are going or where others tell you is the best school. I didn't get into my first choice and looking back I couldn't be happier. When you get to college make as many friends as you can, but don't forget about the friends that may or may not have come to that school with you. Have fun but don't let the parties get in the way of your grades, because really, that is what you're in college to do, go to school. Make the most of it because it goes by much faster than you think it's going to!
Jasmine
Take your time and not rush when finding your school. Make sure that you pick a school that best suits you!
Kenzie
Find the place with the biggest smiling faces!
branden
Visit the college and and look into the classes you have to take in your career.
Addison
The key is to land where ever you feel most comfortable. It should fall right into place as soon as you take that first step on campus. You just know that this place is the right environment to be in. That's how I felt, and I haven't regretted a single day.
Robert
It is the time of your life. Make friends, get involved, and you need to study.
Sierra
The best advice I can give anyone is to follow their hearts. I had a very difficult time trying to decide where I wanted to go but in the long run my heart was always with WMU and no other decision felt right to me. Also never let anyone choose where you are going or what you are doing because in the long run you are sitting in that class not your friends or parents. Also parents, be open about where your child wants to go this is a major life decision for them don't make them look back and say "I wish I would have gone to........ " Most of all have fun. Don't be afraid to go out and meet new people or tag along with new people to a sports event. This is the best years of your life! Live it up.