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When looking for a collage make sure: you visit it they have the activities that interest you they have the major you want to do have a good transition program: from high school to collage can support you financially that can help you mentally has great support

My advise to those parents and and/or students, is to find schools that have excellent college departments, instead of looking at the university or college in general after your own convenience.

Visit a lot of colleges and consider alternative areas of interest aside from the intended major as many students will change focus before graduation.

Experiencing campus life is the most important thing that a student can do when deciding which college to attend. When narrowing down college choices, students should do everything possible to be involved with activities on campus in order to get a feel for what each school is like. This can be done by participating in summer sports camps, classes, and other activities that are offered to high school-level students by the university. It is important to not only know what the school is like academically, but also socially. Spend time at each campus with your parents and talk to friends that attend that school, and ask them what immediately sets this college apart from the others. Imagine yourself in the classrooms of this school, interacting with the students enrolled there, and see if you can picture your next four years being a satisfying experience with all things considered. Choosing schools may be one of the most important decisions of your life, so it is beneficial to know what you will be experiencing at the school that you select.

The primary advice that i would give to parents and students is to find a school that fits YOU. Don't go to a school because of your friends or because your parents want you to go there. I have seen a lot of kids leave this school because it didn't fit them. I would also suggest researching the school first and other schools to see which is best for your intended major.

I would tell them to visit the campus and choose a school that fits their academic needs as well as their social needs. It is also very important to find a school that is finiancially smart for you and your family. I would also say for them to make sure that the school has the resources for them that they need to complete their education and be able to guide them through their years at the University.

I would tell both parents and students to do research before deciding on a particular school. The student should decide what type of school they would like to attend (urban, suburban, or rural), the size of the school, what majors they are intersted, and where they would like to attend school. I also think that it is important for students to visit the schools they are interested in, so they can get a feel for the school before making a decision. After deciding on a school I think that the student should start getting involved from the get go, if not they may never get involved. It will also help in making friends and a social circle. Have fun, this is going to be one of the most exciting times of your life! Enjoy it!!!

College isn't everything. chilax

My advice to the parents and students about finding the right college is to think of what interests them the most. When they find out whatever college specializes their interests, work hard early. It is extremely difficult to dig yourself out of a hole in college. So work hard early. And have fun.

The best advice I could give to parents about helping their student choose a college would be to listen to what the student wants, and not depend so much on what they want their student to do. After all, it's the student attending the college, and they should be happy with their choice. Students need to focus on what kind of majors are offered, the size of the campus and number of attending students, athletic and extracurricular activities available, location, and expense of their choice colleges. To make the most of college experience, I'd personally recommend living on campus at least the first year. You can meet so many people and be closer to what main campus has to offer such as tutoring or dining halls, and it kind of sets the stage for college life. It would also be a good idea to get involved in something other than classes. Find a club or a fraternity/sorority or some kind of extracurricular activity you really enjoy. It takes the stress out of always being bogged down with school work. However, do not let your social life get in the way, be sure to study!

I recommend that students and parents visit two or three schools of their choice; talking with individual students and professors on a one-to-one basis. This way, the parents and prospective students will receive the best verbal and non-verbal answers to their questions and concerns. I encourage individuals to take advantage of the learning resources available to them. Attend Orientation Week and attend student performances held at the Student Center. Take a tour of select residential halls in different areas of the campus in order to obtain a well-rounded experience of the different residential and social opportunities. In addition, I encourage potential students to sit in on lectures from professors that they are interested in. In addition, please obtain a map from the student center and create your own personal campus tour, being sure to check out the dining hall(s), bookstore, and library. Participate in school pride by attending a home game, depending on the athletic season. Nevertheless, it is best to visit campuses during the week to learn from current students; and to get the best social experiences that the university has to offer! Don?t be afraid to ask questions and have fun!

I would advise parents and students to look deeper than the tours and information provided by the university itself, and look at the actual experience current students of that university are having. It can help avoid future dissapointment, because of course a university is going to work very hard to give themselves a good name, which makes them a very one-sided source. Schools with an excellent repuation that seem very attractive while you are researching a school to enroll in may actually be experiencing a decline in quality or growing pains that will affect that school negatively by the time you are accepted and enroll. Caution should be used even when a choice seems to be a guaranteed success. College is one of the greatest experiences ever on many different levels, and social aspects should not be ignored. Education is of course the biggest priority when selecting a school, but a poor quality of life or enjoyment of the experience socially can take a toll on how well you benefit from an otherwise excellent school. Do independent research! Find a balance between educational and social satisfaction!

Take a month or more to think hard about just what you WANT to do with your life, not necessarily what makes the most money. When you figure out your interests and what career fits that best, apply to the local college that would give you the best education, as well as other local colleges as back-ups. When you get to college, remember to have fun in any way you want to, stay on top of your studies, and don't sweat the small stuff. Keep your priorities in mind.

Do your research, find out which school fits you the most, go to all social events the school has your freshman year, attent every single day of class, do your homework before it gets rusty, have fun, and also know how to pay for college before you get there. There are a lot of scholarships out there, all you have to do is keep trying until you get lucky.

Visit the college before you make a decision and see what the social life is on and off campus.

Never give up looking for a school if you aren't satesfied with what is offered, you never know when or where you will find the perfect school. To parents, trust that your kids are making the best decision for their future no matter what school they choose and support their decision. Even if it seams like you won't be able to afford it, the school will help them with financial aid. The important thing is that you find a school where you believe you will get the best education you can possibley get, once you get there you will make some incredible friendships. I can certainly understand a parents hesitancy about their child going far away from home but again, trust them and they will make you proud.

Make sure that you tour the University or college that you plan on attending, and make sure that you visit multiple places. In addition be sure to think outside the box when deciding on where to apply. Even though out of state may be more expensive don't rule out the option because there may be a great University that has the location, degree, and extracurricular options that you would thrive with. Finding a University is not about going for the reputation of the school, but more about finding the right match for your needs, goals, and talents. I was going to go to UNC Chapel Hill but when I visited I got a weird vibe. There is no better way to explain it, but when I went to NC State I felt comfortable and almost at home. I could see myself going there for four years and feeling comfortable. I also was inducted into a dual degree program which made the large University setting scale down into a more personalized acceptance. You should go where you are not treated like a number, but as an individual that will benefit the growth and progress of the University.

In order to find the right college, base it around what you want to do with your life and what school has the best program for your major, rather than around location, social aspects, appareance, etc. While in college, really get involved with various organiztions on campus so that you have a sense of comittment and belonging. While it is important to engage in social activities, do not let your social life take over your schoolwork, because you really are in college in order to prepare for your future career.

Do your reasearch and figure out where you want to be a student, not where your parents want you to go, or where your boyfriend or girlfriend want you to go, but where you truly fit in.

Figure out what you want to do after college, and find a college that will prepare you for that. If you want to be trained in a skill or trade, choose a college or university that focuses on doing that. Don't settle for a University or college that does that thing on the side if you are serious about it. GO MEET THE FACULTY AND SEE THE FACILITIES before accepting an offer to enroll! Go talk to other students during the week days. If students are not receptive to you walking up to them and talking to them around campus when you are a senior in high school, and asking questions-- like at the lunch hall, or whatever, then they will not be receptive to you as a freshman in highschool, either. I visited NCSU several times before attending, and met faculty, toured facilities, I even went to a summer camp here to stay in the dorms before moving into them. I talked to students who were assigned to talk to me-- and random people I met in common areas. Be friendly, focus on your goals, and college is fine.

When looking for a college that is well-suited for you, a few major things should be considered. Perhaps foremost is the financial question. In order to succeed, it is important that the student worry as little as possible about money. They will certainly have enough other concerns. Make a well-informed decision here, and you will save yourself much future trouble. Beyond this most practical matter though, you should make sure to visit as many of the university choices as you possibly can. Pictures, reviews and descriptions have their uses, but there is really no substitute for going and seeing. It is very important that the student have a chance to see the place where they will be spending the next half-decade of their lives. There are difficult to define feelings that come from being in a place, perceptions that are related to the use of all senses. Architecture may give a sense of foreboding, or it may feel open and inviting. The average noise level may make focusing on work difficult. It is impossible to know without seeing for yourself. Make it a family vacation if you can; be sure to take time to visit the campus.

My advice is to work hard through highschool academically and commit to diversifying yourself through work experience, extra-curricular activities, and service opportunities. This allows for more choices of colleges to apply to. Also, visit all the campus you intend to apply to. Take a campus tour and ask lots of questions. Complete your financial aid packages on time and get to know your college advisors. Practice good study and eating habits and try to balance your social life as best as possible. If everything is in sync your college experience will be amazing!

Go visit the campus and maybe even sit in on some classes the student will be taking. You will definitely know just spending a day on campus if you think you will belong. Also, when first arriving, definitely partake in the new student organizations and events. It is a great way to meet people who are going to be going through your same situations. Definitely consider a fraternity/sorority. Even if you do not consider yourself to be the typical image, it is a great way to meet people who you will know for the rest of your life and will open doors that you would never even imagine.

The best advice anyone can give to a college applicant is make sure any school you apply to is a school you would like to attend. Don't apply to a school because it may be cheaper than the other, or because your friends go there, or they have a good football team. Apply to a school that you know you will love, because four years is a long time and you want to enjoy every part of it. Make sure you visit the schools you apply to, and if you can, sit in a on a lecture or two, walk around campus and get the vibe of student life and learning. Having a good education is priority in college, but so is your social life, if you're not having fun or if you lack strong frienships, learning and studying can become difficult. If you make an educated decision, a decision that comes from the heart , you'll attend the school you want, you'll get involved, develop strong friendships and have the best four years you could imagine. Good Luck!

I never visited a college campus until I participated in a summer program here at NCSU. It was the most amazing experience I have ever had, I would definitely tell parents and/or students to visit the schools and make sure to research organizations, dorms, buildings, history, etc. because it helps build community among a huge campus. Although the amenities, support, and academic pathways are important, once you step onto that college campus as a high school student when class is in session, you will be able to feel if the school is right for you. The culture of a university is something that can be felt immediately.

Vist the college, and do not go to a college just because someone you know is going there.

I would advise future college students to find a school that offers good quality learning, most importantly. Also, they should look into the activities and extracurriculars that the college and area offers, in order to guage whether the activities that interest them are available. Last but certainly not least, I would tell the prospective students to break away from their comfort zone and do something that they have never done before and meet new people. The people you meet in college will most likely be who stands beside you in your wedding, send you cards at Christmas, and update you on their lives. Besides the education part, socialization and being actively involved are the two most important aspects of college.

Keep an eye on your kid, make sure he/she is progressing educationally and not so much socially.

When looking for a college make sure you go in depth about what that college has to offer. Look at things you can get involved in such as organizations that may benefit you by increasing your chances for receiving a job after graduating. Make sure the campus is safe. Most importantly please visit the campus and see if it is right for you. Ask yourself questions while visiting. Does this campus offer things to help me succeed? Do the teachers really care about their students learning the material? Those types of questions that will make you think that the school you are considering is for you.

Think long term. Go for the school that fits your character, goals, learning style, and lifestyle... it's more than a tuition bill, it's a career move and a life move

Do your research on the school that you plan to attend, there are plenty of schools that are more specialized to certain career paths, and there is plenty of information available. Call the school and ask for a guided tour so that someone who works at/attends that school can give you their perspective on it. See what the school is contributing back to society, the school I attend is primarily a research school, and some of their research is based on more efficient ways to produce food and fuel. Also, don't base where you want to go on where your friends are going, which I know a lot of people from my high school did. The friends you make in college are usually longer lasting since you live with those people and you're more mature when you meet them, so you've found yourself and you know where you want to go in life. Its nice to be around people that are more like you and have the same goals for their futures.

Use online resources and stay in state.

I spent my first two years at a small community college because I was intimidated by the large class sizes at Universities and concerned about affording tuition. Once I transferred to NC State University (home of the WOLFPACK!) I realized I should have gone there from the beginning. Now, as I prepare to graduate, I look forward to the future this school prepared me for, and I'm proud to be an alumni. My advice is: don't be intimidated, you will be welcomed into a large family; and don't worry about the cost, someone will always be willing to provide financial aid as long as you demonstrate you want to succeed!

Pick a school that you can has a diverse selection of majors in case you decide what you orginally thought as a major turns out to be something you would not want to do for the rest of your life.

Visit as many campuses as possible. You do not have to go to the most expensive school to get a great education.

I would advise them to go visit, the only way to know if a college is for you is to visit it, see what it has to offer and see the people there.

Don't settle. Going to a college that you don't like or isn't giving you a good return is the worst thing you can do to yourself. Find the best school for your chosen field, but don't be discouraged if it doesn't seem to work out. People change their minds about what they want to do all the time, that is one of the main purposes of college. Never be afraid to consider transferring. Nothing is ever "wasted" unless you stay at a school/in a degree you don't like.

Don't Stress too much! It all works out for the best in the end!

When you search for the right college, it is important to determine the setting in which you prefer to live. Is it rural, urban, suburban? It is also important to consider the ability for networking (in order to find internships, jobs, etc.) What are your interests? Do you want a career focused on research, travel, practical fields? Does it have advanced degree programs (Master's, Ph. D) or professional fields such as law or medicine? If any of these fields interest you, it is also a good idea to see if the university provides any preparatory programs (pre-med, pre-law, etc). But academics is not the only area that is important, as one should get involved in extracurricular activities as well. Check out sports, clubs, and opportunities for the arts. These can help to further the college experience as you can meet like-minded individuals. It is important to take a holistic approach when searching for the right college.

visit. vist many school so see how YOU like them. they may seem great on the internet but then whn you get there you might change you mind. this happend to me a couple times. also make a list of things to look for; such as apperence of health in student body, acidemics, most common mode of transpertation, aperance of secerity on campus, and locatition of dorms in relation to classes.

Please research each school in mind thoroughly and plan a visit to the campus, its also helpful to ask questions and keep an open mind when speaking to deans, faculty and staff.

The first thing that I would tell a prospective college student or their parent would be to do the proper research and take the time out, so that they could make the right decision. This is a giant decision that will affect their lives for at least the next four years. When making the decision on what college fits your student, you should take a number of factors into consideration such as tuition, campus lifestyle, academic standing, willingness to provide financial aid, weather, etc. Once you make the hopefully correct decision and you have arrived on campus, you should make the most of your college experience. During your freshman year you have to realize that there are loads of freshman who are new to the school as well and are eager to meet new people. Establishing friends and networking with people in your major is the most important thing to your success during your college career. The other thing I would recommend would be to get involved in extra-curricular activities during your freshman year before the workload increases during the latter semesters.

Visit the university and sit in on a few classes, this will let you get a feel for the class sizes and professors. Visit the library and common areas to see what students are doing in their free time. Visit the local areas to see what there is to do as far as free events and other activities.

Find a college thats right for you, not for your friends or boyfriend, or even your parents. Even if those other people really like the college and want you to go there, YOU are the one who has to sit through the classes, do the work and make the grades to get where you want to go. Figure out what motivates you most before you start searching, this will help you narrow it down. And make a list of things that you absolutely must have and another list of things you cannot deal with, especially things like size of the college, importance of sororities, extracurriculars available, etc. Classes and curriculums offered are very important, but you also have to be able to live and have fun at your college of choice, or else the whole experience will be unpleasant. For the parents, let your kids decide their top schools, then help them examine the perks and drawbacks. And go VISIT the schools, it makes a big difference. But be sure to leave the final decision up to your student because, regardless of your opinions, once they get to college, it will all be up to them.

Talk to people that are currently enrolled in the schools that you are enrolled at. They can give you the best up-close look at how school life is at their college.

Make sure you visit the colleges and ask all the questions you can think of. Research their future roommate and don't take anything lightly.

Stay focused but have fun too.

don't be afraid to go far.

Find out what really interests you. If you are considering a Greek organization make sure that the school you are going to has a strong system, because if it doesnt then it can really put a damper on the whole experience.

When trying to decide on the best college for you, my advice would be to do research. Research schools online and talk with other students about those schools. Once you have selected a hand full, visit the school. This step is essential. While you are there, take tours, talk candidly with current students and meet professors from the specific college that you are interested in. To make the most of your college experience get involved both in and outside of class. Get to know your professors and the research they are involved in. Find groups on campus that interest you that you can become an active member of . Finally, I would advise that you attend sporting events. It is a great opportunity to be with friends and enjoy being a college student. College should neither consist solely of academia nor social life. A correct balance between the two will leave you with the most rewarding college experience. Good luck!