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Choosing the right campus and college is as important as choosing the right major. It is important to be well aware of the requirements for any degree that an individual is interested in. This includes finding out as much information about the individual courses that are required. I have found that it is also extremely important to align youself with others who share the same ideas and goals concerning their own education. Finally, recognize the opportunity that you have now, don't think that it will be easier later in life. Complete your degree and then, when and if time permits and you desire something different you can go back then. Finally, it is important to have fun and enjoy life. It is much easier to do this when the homework is done and other responsibilities are taken care of. Then when you are socializing you are not constantly thinking of what you should be doing, you know that it is already done!

Make sure to do research on the college that you are looking at. Be sure to visit the campus and if they offer an orientation go. That is what made my final decision was the orientations. Be sure to be as involved as possible with the school you are leaning towards. Go check out a class or two and see if you like the atmosphere.

From personal experience, I have found one question consistently over looked in finding a Collage: What does going to collage mean to the parent and the student? The natural answer is education, and experience. But that balance will determine the success of the student. The hardest part is figuring what balance the student will need. My advise is to first spend time reviewing a range of career interests, and make a list. Interests may change, so find schools that meet your academic standards first and narrow the list to Schools that offer degrees in a majority of the interests on your list. Then out of those schools, narrow down the list based personal needs of the student. Things like extra curricular activities and social environment will be very important. Then distance, it?s not about leaving home so much as the students? circle of friends. Very few people can handle a completely foreign group, and this should be weighted heavily. As a parent: Give your child as much help as you can but let them make the decision. As a student: Listen to your parents, but look at your future first and use that to keep you on track.

In the mass confusion of finding the right school, it seems like there are hundreds of lists telling you how to choose the best college ? as if choosing the place that you will graduate from isn't hard enough to begin with. Granted, there's probably a lot of wisdom in taking advice from some of that. Obviously there are schools that will have classes for specific fields of study that are more adequate for your intended major. But when it all comes down to the fine lines, one of the key factors to choosing a college and making the most out of the college experience is how comfortable you feel being there. Go to the schools that you're interested in and see what the campus looks like; talk to some of the people that are studying there. If you don't feel right in the place you'll be spending months and/or years of your life at, chances are it could be more of a struggle than it should be. College can and should be one of the best experiences of your life ? so choose a school that feels right for you.

The advice I would give is to find a campus that is placed in the right kind of setting for you. No matter what the school is, if you don't like the city in which you live, you won't want to succeed near as much where academics is concerned. Also, find a school that has solid teachings strategies and/or programs for you specialty. This piece of advice is crucial. I have seen countless friends and fellow students who have had to transfer schools because Boise State, or their school of choice, did not have a stable enough teaching plan for what they wanted to study. If a school offers you a wonderful scholarship but does not have good enough amenities for what you want to study DO NOT take the offer just because of the financial break. In the end, it's not worth it and a disruption in life and friendships is inevitable if you want accomplish your goals.

If you already have a major in mind, make sure the school will provide the education you are looking for. In other words, Is the school strong in that particular disipline? Also look at the location of the school. While education is the focus remember other things can affect you education like comfort. If you dont like cold weather then a school in Idaho might not be right for you. I suggest you consider your personal needs as well as academic as they both can affect your overall education!

One of the most important things about finding the right school for me is its website. If it seems confusing or time consuming to navigate and/or find the information about specific degrees or programs you are searching for then I would recommend moving on to a different school. When a website is unorganized it would be fair to assume the school itself is unorganized and could make your college experience a frustrating one to attend regardless of your acedemic abilities. Most schools have Blackboard or a Blackboard equivalent which requires homework and/or participation online, as well as monitoring grades and academic progress. Also, one could assume blackboard would be dissatisfactory if you find it difficult to navigate the schools website. In addition, I would ask the school questions regarding whether they use Blackboard, what their online consumption compacity is, how often and at what times they shut their server down for maintenance. Boise State University has one of the most organized websites I have seen in my college career with a significant amount of broadband capacity to support the nineteen thousand plus students attending in any given semester.

My advise to those looking at colleges is to start with some schools that seem apealing to you. I wouldnt limit it to just the state that you live in, it's a time in life when you can explore another part of America. I would check out the student/professor ratio, the average GPA on incoming freshman and then how much finanical aid that school i willing to offer. I would check out the campus and really get a feel for the surroundings. Dont limit yourself to just one or two schools, you never know until you explore your options. Then once you get an idea for where you'd like to attend school, I would wait to find out how much I would have to pay for each school, then that would help my decison. I would pick a college that has many job opportunities around town as well as on campus and one that is in a town that feels comfortable to you. This will be your new home, enjoy it and enjoy life! There is nothing as great as your time spent in college!

I would suggest that high school graduates either attend a junior or community college right after high school. Here the professors are more likely to have time to help outside of the classroom. These are also less expensive then universities and offer all of the general education classes student need to graduate from a 4-year liberal arts institution. But, make sure the credits will transfer to the University of your choice.

As far as good advice goes I would simply tell whomever to go with whatever feels right to them. It shouldn't be a matter of who wants you to go or what prestige the college holds, it should be a decision based on one's own heart. This world is so saturated with inconsiderate, greedy people and I believe that when one really believes in themselves and chooses to persue something like higher education, it should be based on who you as an individual want to become. I think a lot more people would be happy with themselves and the world around them if they would simply do what they wanted to without giving into the pressures forced on them by others. Finally, just realize that college is where a majority of people break out of their mold and it is what you make of it. Enjoy it while you have the opportunity.

The best advice that I could offer for potential students and their parents who are preparing for there undergraduate work is to pick a university that is well rounded in regards to academics, cost, diversity, and most of all "size". Undergraduate work is all about learning time management as well as learning how to prioritize your work load with non-academic elements, so don't just pick a university for its prestige, rather, choose one based on the aforementioned criteria.

My advice when choosing the right school is to evaluate what your priorities and means are. With rising education costs, going to a more expensive school may not be worth it in the long run. I think that you can create a great college experience at most colleges. The more important thing is not to be too financially strapped so that you have the time and energy to participate in the activities that you want to.

Don't rush it, and don't limit yourself. Take time off if you're not sure exactly what school to choose or what you want to study. When you're in school, take as many classes about as many different things as possible. Just cause a class is outside your major doesn't mean it's a waste of time. You'll meet so many more people and learn lots of interesting things that are outside of your major. The main thing is to get involved. There are so many clubs and groups on most campuses that everyone can find something that interests them. A college experience that only involves going to classes and studying is not complete. Doing extracurriculars is half the fun! Lastly, just enjoy it while you can. Who wants to go out into the real world anyway

Find out what professors are teaching, if it applies to your field and what you will gain from their teaching. Make the most of your experience, and keep in mind that your attitude will depend on your success. Get to know your professors and make sure they know who you are. Could mean the difference between a B+ and an A-. Just enjoy the experience and you will get the most from it. My professors tend to give me assignments that will be things I will do on a job, so I know what to expect. Look for a college and professors that challenge you and will give you such assignments to be more prepared. And get an internship, it will give you that much more of an advantage. Apply for scholarships, get out there and make your experience yours.

Make sure to find an area that is comfortable to you and offers the things you like to do. It is important to find a school that offers the things you are interested in, there are so many you can find one that will suit what you need/want.

Be open minded and be ready to work hare in order to prepare for life and have an awarding experience.

I feel that the student should try to do alot of extra curricular activities in high school, the reason being is that it does really help with getting into colleges. When the colleges see that your involved in sports and/or your community it shows them that your trying to make the most of yourself. That is the one thing that i truly regret from my high school years, that I did not participate in alot of sports instead of doing sports I wanted to work full time so I could have money for college and to buy a car for myself. So that would be the one thing that I would change. So my advice to students would be to really get involved in sports and the community. My advice to parents would be to support their children's decision to go into sports and do things in the community. Also to really try to help their children in making that happen, the support is really necessary.

I would tell the parents and students that finding a college that is right to you isn't an easy process. You have to find a college that you are will to spend a good amount of time at and one that will have a good undergraduate program that interest you and you want to purse a degree in. I think that in order to make the best out of your college experience is to find a college that you are interested in and has oppions that you like to do in your spare time. And I think that once you find a college that has what you are looking for in a college, you are best to go with that college because you will have a good and fulling college time and you will remember more of what you did at college because you enjoyed it.

I think that it is important to choose a college that fits your personal learning style. Things to look for are class sizes, types of teaching whether it be group work, personal focus, or community and service learning encouragement. I think that Universities like Boise State that focus on Undergraduate programs allows the student to be more involved in research and teaching assistant jobs more than larger Universities with big Masters/Doctorial programs. I also think that accreditation, and job placement is very important. There are ways you can check the number of graduates and job placements through specific programs, and whether or not that program meets state or national certification in your desired field. I believe that Universities should offer a lot of campus programs, and encourage active involvement in the community, personal interests, and development. Cost is important when choosing a school because a student has to live within their means, but I do not believe that cost should be the bridge closing factor of choice. With the right resources students can open many doors and fulfill their educational dreams, and share their knowledge along the way!

10. Drinking booze loosens up the brain muscles and aids thinking. 9. If you're a male, Grow a goatee... especially if your facial hair comes in thin and patchy. 8. Tug on the hair of the girl you sit behind in class. College women enjoy this and you're sure to get a date this way... Pretending to get angry is her way of letting you know she's interested. 7. Turning your clothes inside out reduces laundrymat trips by 50{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. 6. On your first day of college, punch out one of your professors... College is a lot like prison and this will send the message that you are not to be messed with. 5. Wear glasses... Even if you don't have poor eye sight. It has been scientifically proven that glasses increase an IQ by at least 15{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. 4. Find a bookish companion that will do your homework in return for dating advice... this works in the movies... and the movies are just like real life. 3. Don't smile at people. In college smiling is a sign of aggression. 2. proof reeding iis for suckers. 1. Don't take advice from obviously misinformed students.

When looking for a college with your future college student, you must immidiately apply to as many college scholarships as possible. By having alot of your child's college payed for, it helps keep your options open for a variety of colleges. You will also need your child to have taken the ACT or SAT a few different times. That will help get them a higher score and better their chances at acceptence into the schools of thier choice. Once you have done those steps, find out what field your child would like to study. Look for high gradutation ratios and national rankings of that college. For example, if your child wants to go into Pre-Med, find a college that has a very high percentage of acceptance into Med School. That last step should narrow your search down quite a bit. Once you have narrowed it down, look into each college thuroughly and get input form other, possibly alumni. If your child wants to be in a Frat house, than look into if the college has them and see how they impact the college. From there, it's up to you and your child.

A very important part of finding the right college is the class size. You need to be aware of the size of classes at your school. Some colleges have classes that are very impersonal because there are so many students in a classroom. This does not allow for as much interaction between students and the professor. Also, the lectures become impersonal and are likely to be considered boring. To be engaged in class it is better to have smaller classes. This also allows for more opportunity for students to ask questions. In larger class, they may not have the opportunity to ask questions or they may not feel as comfortable asking in front of so many people.

Do your research! Find out what kind of reputation your program has at that school. Visit the school; do the whole formal school tour thing, but then go walk around on your own, walk through the buildings, talk to different students that are currently attending, and e-mail some of the instructors. If the school is far away, and the student will have to move, make sure you check out the town; walk around by campus, see what the crime rate is, make sure your going to be o.k. with the weather. You can be accepted to the best school in the nation, but if you are miserable in the place you have to live I don't think it is worth it. In conclusion, DO YOUR RESEARCH!!!!!

Do not stress about it. If there is a will there is a way. Enjoy the experience and do all that you can.

Learn about everything that is available, study abroad, and make good friends

Go and spend time there, if you feel comfortable could see yourself at the college its probably a good choice.

Everyone has different requirements when trying to find the perfect college. It is important to figure out what matters most to you in your future college experience. Contemplate the pros and cons of each school. Do you want to be part of a sorority/fraternity? Is the location, weather and surroundings suitable for your lifestyle? Does this school have classes for your field of interest? Are the credits you obtain likely to transfer to another school if you desired? All of these, along with many others, are important questions to ask when looking for a school. When you have found the perfect school, get involved as much as you can! College is a special experience, so make the best of it by joining clubs and going to campus events. Sit in front of the classrooms so you're more likely to pay attention, go to tutor sessions and reviews, form study groups, learn how to take clear, concise notes and ask questions! That may be the most important piece of advice. Don't ever be afraid to ask a professor or peer if you are confused and need clarification. Remember: there is always someone ready to help you in college.

LOOK AROUND! I didn't really look at any other schools besides the one I'm going to, and there's no reason for that. You should research and look into as many schools as you want and pick one that excites you; one that you look forward to heading off to. and don't wait until the last minute to do ANYTHING. Get rolling with the college thing as soon as you can.

I would say find out what the student wants: the size and focus of the school, how hard you will have to work to get the best education at the school, and the price of the school. One a school is found, try to visit the campus and talk to many people around it: everyone has a different experience and opinion of their college. After you're at a university find all the options of what you can do socially and academically, but don't get ovewhelmed and focused completely on one.

The most important thing with finding a college is the student?s dreams and desires. Don?t pick a college just because it has classes specifically for your major, pick a college that fits your personality. This is because you have to learn to work with others and be happy with what you studying if you want to succeed. Just like they always tell you in high school, to follow your dreams. This is your chance to do that, this is your chance to find out what you are made of! I like to say that life is not worth living if you never get to have any fun. Therefore learning about what you love to do has to be fun and engaging! In order to live your dream, you have to be HAPPY!

You need to find a school where you feel would be an ideal place to learn and grow as a person. If you are a minority student you might want to go to a school where there is diversity and less racism. If you are a poor person like me and your parents are unable to help you pay for school apply for scholarships. I know it's hard if you don't have a good GPA but go ahead and apply anyway. Bad grades doesn't necessarily mean you are stupid maybe you just had to work to pay for your bills and didn't have enough time to study. Visit all the clubs or events that you would like to join before you apply to their school. Choose schools that stimulate your learning and fit your learning styles. Do not take a heavy load it's a lot of work. Use other resources to study other than the material presented to you in class. Study everyday instead of the night before. Also go see your professors when you need help. You need to find a school where the environment stimulates your growth as a person.

research and visit as many schools interested in. plan ahead for financials.

I would tell students to get involve in clubs and sports. Find a club to join that has to do with the major you have selected. Take time to learn new study strategies and learning to read faster. Work as little as possible if financially able to. Live on campus or near campus. Living at home doesn't really give you the college experience you might be looking for. To find the right college, you will have to visit the campus in person. Ask people on campus what they like and dislike about that particular school. Choose the college that has the right size and feel for you.

It is important to visit the school you plan to attend if the opportunity is available to you. I would recommend that no matter how much the school costs, if you want to go badly enough, go! Don't let financial situations stop you. This makes the all the difference.

The only advice that I can give that has been beneficial to me is to find a school that makes you feel comfortable and where you would like to spend time. I personally am on campus for numerous hours at a time because that is what it takes to acheive the goals that I have and to be where I want to be. If the campus wasn't a place that I felt relaxed and enjoyed being, honestly, school would be much harder for me., but since it is a place where I can focus it helps me to be successful.

Boise State is a good school, you just have to be self motivated. If you are into outdoor activites Boise is a great place to ski, bike, hike etc.

What advice would I give to parents and students about picking the right college? First, do a tour of the campus. Second, sit down with an academic advisor with some questions on how they run things. Third, try to attend an extracurricular activity like a football game or a speech and decide whether they have some of the same values as you. Ask yourself, does the college express Academic excellence, caring, citizenship,fairness, respect, responsibility, or trustworthiness ? How do you make the most of your college experience? First, get to know your campus and get involved with it's services and peers and faculity. Second, seek academic advising on a regular basis. Third, involve family, friends, and any other supporters in your education. Fourth, balance your schedule with excercise and some social time but remember that every hour you spend in class you need to double in study time. Last but not least I have learned the hard way to not work too much. Try to work only 15-20 hours at the most if you can. Apply for financial aid before overwhelming your work load.

Really think about costs and the quailty of education you want. They are both reallly important

Do what feels best and stick with it.

Know what you want and expect from your college. The area you choose is really important to your success. The program you are looking to join is an important aspect to look for as well but if you don't know what that is going into higher level of education the best choice in my opinion would be to look at the area, if you want to stay close to home or be as far away as possible.

As long as you are picking a good/moderately good college, you will learn everything you could possibly hope to learn by having the right attitude about learning. Go to school with the intention of learning and getting the most out of each and every class.

Research the college and campus to ensure that you/your student would be a good fit for the selecte college. Not all campuses are for everyone. The student must be able to find people like themselves. this, in turn, will introduce them to a whole new group of freinds via the grape vine. Ensure that your student knows and understands why they are going to college and make sure that they have a set list of goals to accomplish. This will be useful to the student to ensure that they are never without direction or guidance.

Look for a college that provides the type of social experiences that are comducive to spiritual and emotional growth. Look for a school that has high ethical standards that are rigorously enforced. These will give the student the opportunities to grow into a person who will hold himself and others to a high standard of behavior and allow for a better chance of acheiving success in life. Upon acceptance to the school, be sure to inquire about the possibility of having a mentor, someone who will introduce the student to the local community, campus life, and other students. Especially for the person just graduated from high school, the mentor would be there to help overcome any homesickness and be a friend. For the older, returning student, the mentor would help the student ease back into the classroom after any length of absence.

It was great to find an incredible school that was close to home. Family is one of the most important things that one can have. Hold onto it while it's there!

Dear future college student / parents: I graduated high school ten years ago. That was exciting for me because I thought I was done with school forever. My parents never encourage getting a college education. My friends made high school look easy while I struggled to pass the classes. I just accepted the fact that, I wasn?t as smart as my peers and that I probably had some sort of learning disability. I?m now married with three children. I decided three years ago to go to college. I was accepted to Boise State University. With my new desire to learn, I was going to finish school no matter what. I changed my attitude. I always told myself before I couldn?t do it. Now I tell myself I can. My wife supports me and encourages me. I am in my second year of school. I have a 3.8 GPA and I am starting the nursing program in January. If I can do it anybody can. I would encourage students who are starting school to have a ?nothing is going to stop me attitude?. I would encourage parents to support your child and praise them in their college endeavors.

Really look into the size of the class room and the willingness of the administration to help you out. Really shows a college and if they are willing to help or not.

Pick several to choose from and start early with financial aide scholorships.

Find something that has a good amount of diversity this will allow you to get involved in several things and make lasting friends.

It has often been said that the college years are the best years of your life. I don't agree with this statement. Between scrambling for financial aid, filling in silly surveys and writing soulless essays in the vain hope that someone, somewhere will be willing to fund your insanely overpriced education, dealing with an overbearing course load, trying to find friends in the sea of faces you encounter everyday, getting chronically depressed over the deteriorating state of your GPA, and going to sleep every night, staring at the empty, white ceiling wondering why your parents let you wander out into this cruel world...you don't have time to have the best years of your life. To make the most of your college experience, you must throw yourself head first into your studies, because I'll tell you one thing: the grad schools aren't going to be impressed with how many tequila shots you can do in a row without throwing up. Though having a social life is crucial, it's not nearly as important as your academic life. Listen to these pearls of wisdom which I willingly cast. You'll thank me later.