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Let your children decide on their own college they wish to attend. Letting students make their own decisions helps them to become more independent and more willing to succeed if they are able to decide on the college they wish to attend. As of finding the right college, students should know whether or not they wish to attend a large university with more students' or a smaller university where there is more guidance and assistance for the students' if it is needed. Also students' and parents' should know how far the university is away from home. Some student's want to move far away and some want to remain close. The geographical location of a college should be important when deciding because that may determine how happy a child is at that particuluar university. It is important to hav e a social life and get involved on campus, but academics is the real reason why people attend college. It is fun to party and be social and is imporatnt for getting to know fellow students', but students' need to find a balance betweeen social life and academics. College is an exciting time and is a time of growth and learning.

The decision to go to college is a large one. So far I have spent 5 semesters at college and it has been the best time of my life. I love college! I hope that all students could experience college the way I have. I think that choosing the school right for you is what shapes your experience at college. With that in mind, there are many things that should be considered when making the decision on where to go. Counselors in high schools consistently harp on the educational aspects which are very important. It is important to know that the college you choose has your major, the class size you desire, the minors you like, among other academic details. Athletics also play into some decision making. If you desire a football team and a lot of school spirit, it is important to keep that in mind when choosing the campus to attend. I also am a firm believer that you need to choose the school that YOU want. I have found and encountered many students who are attending school for their parents and as such their experience has been far from enjoyable. Ultimately, think, and make your own decision.

Brochures and websites are great and very helpful, and structured, guided campus tours are a great way to "meet" a school. But you are selecting the place you will spend the next 4 (or more?) years of your life--that's a long time to select a school just off one "date" together. Take the time and effort to really get to know the people--talk to students in your possible department, visit with a professor or sit in on a class. Even better--see if there is a student willing to host you for a weekend. Certainly select a school that meets your academic, financial, and location requirements, but also trust your gut and how you feel. The school I graduated from was not my first choice--as it turns out, I hated my first choice after visiting but quickly knew I belonged at my school. After spending some time there, it felt like home. One more thing Mom and Dad--be sure to let go of the reigns; your opinion is very important, but you are not the one shopping for a school.

Relax, take your time and don't apply too late. visit the college before you make any decision at all if you want to go there. For manking the most out of your college experience i reccommend getting to know your professors, getting involved in campus activities such as SGA, or a fraternity/sorority and doing intramural sports is a great way to meet people and stay in shape.

1. do not go to a school that your friends are going to. make sure its something you really want to do. 2.research very possible school, there are sooo many out there. make a list of things that you want out of your college experience and make sure that school has them all. 3. talk to the kids at that school and find out what their views of the school are. the tour guides are going to give you a fake answer. 4. visit on the weekend also to see what the school is like. a lot of schools the kids all leave come friday. 5. ask how many students transfer after their freshmen year. this will give you a good idea of how the kids are adapting and liking the school.

Make your choice wisely

Choosing a college that suits you best can be a very hard thing to do, but the best thing you can do is research each of your college selections thoroughly and make sure it meets all of your wants and needs. Every college has something different to offer and it's important to find the qualities that are most important to you. Campus tours often give students an inside look at classrooms and dining areas and gives them a chance to actually see the new things they will be able to try and the new people they will meet. This helps students embrace the oppurtunities and experiences that they will have once they are in a college setting. Actually being on the campus and seeing how things look and getting a feel for the types of people there will ultimately help you decide if this is the perfect college for you.

It is very simple. nobody knows at eighteen years old what they want in life, who they are, or where they will be in four years. the solution to picking the right college is to visit them and see which atmosphere feels most comfortable. truthfully tho there is no real wrong decision. for the majority of college students class room size and appartment living pale in comparison to the friends you make and the experiences you will have. those can and will happen anywhere