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In order to find the right college, the advice I would give to parents and/or students would be to consider all the colleges that seem practical for them. The student should think about what type of college would best suite their needs, such as a community college or university. It will be possible to narrow down options when they consider a major and even degree they want. After they come up with the schools they are interested in they should also consider how far they are willing to travel, the area that the college is in, and the overall cost of going to that college. I would advice making an attempt to visit these colleges to get an idea of what their surroundings would be like and if it provides what they are looking for. Visiting the campuses would greatly increase the ability in making the most out of the college experience because they will know what to expect. I would also advice to get as involved with college activities as possible. This is another key way of networking and becoming familiar with people in your area of study and within the job market.

I would advise both the parents and students to be very serious about doing scholarships AT LEAST 2 years before the student intends on going to college. Most scholarship deadlines run over a several month period so there is a lot of ?wait time? to see if you won. Unfortunately, students are competing with thousands of students all over the country for that one scholarship. National scholarships are harder than local ones so see what you can do locally to get your finances. Volunteering and community service are very important for most scholarships. Be very proactive in your financial planning!

Some of the best advice I would give to parents and students is to never settle on a college. In other words, set out for a school that is perfect, that is not going to let the student down and that the student is excited to attend. Don't make money be an issue when choosing a school - there are tons of ways to pay for school, just do the research. Thousands of grants, scholarships and financial aid are available. In addition to these financial opportunities, it may even cost less to go to a school with a higher tution for students or familys with little money in the bank. If a student has the opporunity to get excited about attending their school, they are more likely to get involved, attend class, and graduate with the honors that they deserve. Settling on a school can be discouraging and disappointing for a student, so why settle when you can achieve!

The advice I would give, is to first be sure and visit multiple campuses in different locations. Visit both rural and urban and everywhere in between. If you find a school you like visit it a second time, they more you visit the more comfortable you will be there. Don't go to a school as a 'temporary school' and plan to transfer. You will not feel comfortable there and not do as well as you could. By doing this you could ultimately hurt yourself. As for making the most of your college experience, remember that there are a lot of different people at your campus. Dont try to make friends with a group of people just because they are your roommates friends. Find your own group! Also when you first arrive, be sure to make friends with your hallmates, but also go out and join a club or other activity. If you only befriend your hall mates, they will go join other clubs and leave you alone. My final advice, make at least 1 friend in every class. They will be your lifesaver when you get the flu and are out for a could of days!!!

I would give them one piece of advice - make sure you are happy. No matter what happens or how much money you spend or how busy you work, you must be happy.

Let the student go to college when they are ready. I am returning to school after 8 years and I see the maturity in the work I do then that of my peers. Since I am paying for this school myself, I am more driven to succeed. While I see other students drive as less then ambitious possibly because someone else is footing the bill. Plus, now I'm sure of what I want my career to be and what I'm looking for in a school.

When beginning the college search every student/parent needs to keep in mind who they are. The worst situation would be if someone decided to attend a school and was miserable all because they just went with the school and didn't really look into it. Make sure to look at all aspects of the school. Including the size, the courses, the time frame, the social life, the town/city, the people, the staff, the tuition, and anything else that you feel is vital to you being happy with your choice! Once you are accepted to your school of choice and you are attending it you want to make sure you get involved in activities or sports or whatever interests you! Go out and make friends! Its so sad to see students around campus who look so lonely! The only way to avoid that is by going out and getting involved! Plus, your not only having fun and meeting new people, you are adding to your resume or just to character in general, which in the long run with help you in your career! Good luck and have fun! =)

In terms of financial cost, there are plenty of options available that many people don't even know about. For instance, use FAFSA instead of private lenders for student loans. Try to get scholarships through your school - be sure to ask and look at the school website, as they won't tell you (they want your money). Get the book "Debt Cures THEY Don't Want You to Know About." There's a lot of good websites listed there including URLs of federal grant pages. Depending on the college you go to, it's not always about partying and drinking like you see in movies. Some are, but there's a lot of work involved too and at the end of the day, if you're not doing the work, you're just wasting money. I know it may feel like the friends you left in High School were your better half, but you'll get over the thought of missing them when you make new friends. They say the friends you make in college tend to last with you for the rest of your life and I believe that to be the case.

Always leave your options open, and assume for it to cost as much as possible. If it cannot be afforded, then don't even consider it. Also, student housing is a rip-off. A student could live in a nearby apartment and support themselves for a year for the amount of money student housing costs per semester/quarter., amenities included. Stay involved, and network. The people attending college today are tomorrow's industry movers and shakers. Never underestimate the value of a contact you make in college. That same guy you go play video games in his dorm room with might get your foot in the door to a firm or company you'll want to work for four years down the road. -Unless a parent can fully support you living away from them, don't even consider it. Commuting to school, while bothersome, can save a ton of money in housing costs and can allow for focus on school work rather than trying to find a job and devoting time to it, school, and homework, all at the same time.

Make wise choices think about having people around just in case you need it. Try to stay close to family.

Finding a college can be very time consuming and stressful, but it is all about keeping your priorities in perspective in order make the right decision on where to spend the next four years of your life. At the end of the day, one must ask themselves the question: "Am I where I want to be doing what I want to do at this very moment?". Any negative response should result in self-reflection. My answer is always positive because I am doing exactly what I want to do, going full force towards accomplishing all of my goals. I could not have asked for a better college or people around me to help me with all that I have achieved today. It is all about uncovering your appreciation for your field of study and growing from that enthusiasm to become a successful individual in our world.

Find a career that you are passonate about, then find a college that feels the same way you do about that career.

The most important aspect of college is being able to expand your horizons and to step out of your comfort zone, and to push yourself into unchartered territory. Often, when people stay close to home to go to school, they lose out on the autonomy that comes with growing into a functioning adult. It is important to distance yourself from what you have known, so that you can grow and form new opinions, or just reaffirm what you have already believed. For many people, college is the greatest four years of our lives. Not just because it is the first time away from home, or all of the parties that come with it, but because you will make lifelong connections and friends that will stay with you until the day you die. So when choosing a college or university, be sure to consider your areas of strength as well as your own areas of weakness.

Look at many colleges and apply to 4 or 5, so your options stay open. Unless the student is dead-set on a specified carreer, I would avoid colleges with definite areas of focus. You can always transfer or go to graduate school later when you figure out exactly what it is you want to achieve in life. I have had several friends transfer from Savannah College of Art and Design simply because they decided that they were not artists. Liberal arts colleges and state universities offer a wide array of course options for those still searching, although pressure to chose a major early is heavy almost anywhere you go. If you have an idea of what you would like to do, apply to some colleges that would be more specified to your goals as well as more general schools, so you better know your chances of transfering later, if you so chose.

Visit the school, talk to the professors, and make sure it fits financially.

Pick a college where you can work to gain the skills to do what you'd like to do for the rest of your life. Doing what makes you happy and gaining a higher education for the goal of becoming better at that is what college is for. Don't pick a college just because your parents went there or because your high school friends are going, pick one that will help you create a happy future for yourself. College is the greatest tool for a successful future.

Have the dough, or don't start.

Apply to A LOT of schools - at least nine. Also, don't assume that your guidance councilor from high school knows what they are talking about. Go out there and look hard for good advice from people who are doing the kind of things you want to do, not from people stuck in the guidance office. Don't be afraid to jump on a good opportunity or make a path that didn't exist before.

When one is looking for the right school, i think it is most important to find an atmosphere that they will be the most comfofrtable learning in. I have found that when i am comfortable with my surroundings and the people i surround myself with, i am more enthusiastic about the work that i am doing.

You only get what you put in--work the classes, the curriculum and the programs and you can make just about any college work for you.

College paves the way for your child. Help your child in finding their personal interest so they can follow a passion. I personally found graphic design through using an aptitude testing facility. The Savannah College of Art and Design offers many classes in different majors. All these majors must first complete a foundations program of drawing, 2-d and 3-d design, color theory and more to build a base for the artist at hand. SCAD also offers many varsity sports that mold the artist/athlete into a repsponsible and time managing person.

Your education is the most important thing you have and nobody can ever take that away from you so choose your institution wisely.

My advice to any incoming college students (and their parents) would be to visit the campuses you apply to before you commit to enrolling. Make sure that the school's surroundings are a place where you will feel comfortable and positive.

Students, make sure you follow your heart in what you really want to do. I knew someone who had a great love for painting but went to law school. They were miserable and quit after 2 years & finally left to paint. Life began looking up for them too. If you really love something and have a passion for it, you will do well. Make the most out of college by making friends in the beginning and getting out there, participate in lots of activities.

Predominantly, I would strongly suggest that prospective students really determine what it is they want out of their college experience. Since I'm at an art college, I'll use that field as an example. I have seen handfulls of students arrive at this school who are not entirely serious about what they're there for. They can't handle the work involved, they can't handle the harsh critiques, and so on and so forth. You have to search for a school with intent and serious focus on getting in, doing the work, and getting out. Because in a lot of cases, especially here, students who don't take their own work seriously are an offense to other students who are dedicated and serious about their work. After thinking hard about what it is you want to do, I would suggest looking the environment your college of choice is set in to be sure it's in a place that makes you comfortable. Your environment can strongly affect how you work depending on what you prefer, including the quality of work space, the attitudes of other students toward their own work, and the outside environment surrounding the campus.

While financial considerations are important, I would strongly advise parents and students not to rule out a dream school just because it costs too much. I am a perfect example of someone who does not let a lack of funding get her down. As a current student at The Savannah College of Art and Design, I have to work very hard in order to maintain my enrollment. I have been known to work two or three jobs at once and apply for EVERY scholarship that i can. I have been fortunate enough to earn an $18,000 merit scholarship from SCAD which does put a considerable dent in the $40,000 per year tuition. However, my parents are not able to help me pay for college so this is not quite enough. I did meet a lot of opposition from my family when I was applying to SCAD. If anything, this opposition motivated me to try harder. I have gotten this far and I plan to do whatever it takes to finish my degree on time at the school of my dreams. I hope everyone makes every effort they can to attend their dream school. There is always a way.

First and foremost, college is the determining point between childhood and adulthood. In other words, it was created to instruct and to grow. To transform. Make the most of your college experience, because it will be over before you know it. Many people enter college with the intention of drinking every night, staying out late, and partying away their "golden years." This is the greatest waste I have ever encountered. College is an investment into your future, the manner in which the rest of your life will be run. So, enjoy yourself, but enjoy yourself with an atitude of diligence.

Visit the campuses, meet the students and professors, and dont be afraid to try something new or different from the usual.

Chose carefully, wisely, decisively, and cheerfully where you will pursue your education.

Make sure the location is right for you. You might go to a fantastic school, but if you don't like where you are then it's a moot point. Also, make sure you check out the course list for your intended major. Are you going to be good at all the courses that are required? If you're a national merit scholar, don't put a reach school as your number one choice on the national merit scholar thing. If you put a school that you're likely to get into, you have a much better chance of getting a full scholarship to that school, or at least a substantially larger one.

Make sure you do your research. Just because a school is renowned doesn't mean its the right fit for you. Also, once you get to your college, make sure you immerse yourself in activities that will intoduce you to new people. Remeber everyone is in the same boat as you and then understand that. Getting involved is incredibly important, where ever you go.

Make sure that it has the majors that you might want and make sure that it has good financial aid. Remember it is not where you start but where you finish.

The most important thing I can say is visit the school before your final choice is made. If you head into it blindly you have absolutely no way of knowing what you are getting yourself into, and can sometimes end up somewhere miserable. Also, it is always good to talk to students who attend currently, find out about class sizes, professors methods, campus activities, etc. Given the opportunity, taking a class at the college can also be a great opportunity to learn about the classroom atmosphere and the types of classes you will be taking when you get there. Of course in order to make the best of the college experience, getting involved in clubs and orginizations always provides ample opportunity to meet people, as well as get involved in the new community you will be joining. Dorm life, while sometimes hectic is also a fantastic way to meet new people, whether in the laundry room or joining in a dorm activity, you are always certain to meet someone new! College will be a new and wonderful experience, so get involved and make the most of your studies and extracurriculars and you will absolutely have the time of your life!

The most important thing about college is that it is the time where you can learn what you want your life to be like. Your college experience should help you to figure out not just the career you want but also what kind of atmosphere you want to live in and what kind of people you want to surround yourself with every day. It's also the time to experiment with how many things you can comfortably pile on to your plate and still be able to be proud of what you accomplish in each commitment. As far as choosing your college, choose one that matches the atmosphere you like. If you enjoy being busy, creative, logical, passionate, alone, or in groups, choose a college that matches that atmosphere.

Explore all of your options; don't simply settle. Don't let finances or distance from home keep you from chosing the school that is right for you. Your education is a valuable thing and it is worth it to find a place that you are happy in and your talents and mind can truely excel.

In selecting a college, I believe the most important thing to keep in mind is the person you really are, not the person others think you should be. The truth is, people do not "change" when they leave home and go to college, however they do grow into the person they are meant to be. If you were not a social butterfly in High School, it's probably not best to attend a huge college where the social scene revolves around the Fraternity and Sorority hierarchy and vice-versa. Also if you have grown up to appreciate the natural outdoors and an active lifestyle, a metropolitan technical school is probably not your best choice for long-term happiness. When choosing the right school, try to look beyond the glamour ( hard as it may be). Try to focus on the personalities of the students within, and search within yourself to find what you really click with. Most importantly, never forget that a college parking lot filled with expensive cars usually says very little about the schools academics; If a parent is willing to pay for that car, their likely to pay for their kid to get through college no matter what.

The best advice I can give on college comes from a television show I watched as a child, The Wonder Years, ?I'm young. I live in a house my father owns, in a bed my father bought. Nothing is mine, except my heart and my fears and my growing knowledge that not every road is gonna lead home anymore.? This quote expresses several things I?ve learned in my own college experience. I?ve learned to follow my heart and that it will lead me to discover things I?m passionate about not just in school, but also in life. These discoveries have shown me that the things I love to do are the things I?m good at and will succeed in as I learn more about them through my years at SCAD. I may go through tough times and reach the realization that I can?t run home in fear anymore, but I will learn to fight my fears and make it through. Passion and fear are all part of experience, in order to become good at anything one must first experience it. To make most of the college experience is to do just that; experience it.

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the truest road to take in choosing a place to study is to follow the passions of your heart. nothing is more crushing to the spirit or grinding to the soul than walking a path of life that is not one's own dream. simply ask yourself what it is that your heart longs to do, and choose a school that will take you there. after that, be confident in your decision and walk the road boldly. no one is more successful than the man who is living his own dream, and is genuinely happy. as it pertains to your life at school, never hesitate to take a step forward and be who you are. be graceful and welcoming to everyone, both students and teachers. people will take and interest in you when you take a genuine interest in them. and remember that these are years you will never get back, so make them years that you will remember fondly. take a breath, and take the plunge. just don't drink the water...

You must really feel comfortable when you look at a school. Can you envision yourself living there? College is a place where you transition mentally in many ways, you learn more about yourself then any time before, as long as you keep yourself open. Ultimately, college is what you make of it, so allocate the resources you need and allow yourself to discover and take chances, because its the best time to do so. For the first time, you get to choose what YOU want to do, so don't be afraid, and live hard.

Make sure it's a college that not only is relative to your interests of study but will also help you find a great job after school. I have no problem finding work in my field thanks to my college education and it's name on my resume and it's made a huge difference in my life. Also, realize that as great and fun an experience as college is it's also preparing for the real world and if you don't put in the time to have a great portfolio or amazing amount of knowledge for your field when you graduate you are just wasting money. But most importantly, make sure you pick a major that you can find work in. It's not worth the money to study a subject that will not help you pay off those student loans unless you plan on teaching it the rest of your life.

Go for your gut feeling on what you want to do and persue it with everything you've got.

The college should fit the students personality, large colleges are not for everyone.

Visit every school are you interested in and meet with the professors.

Go visit the college yourself! You can not get a full understanding of what campus life is like with that particular school by looking at a website or brochure. Go there, talk to students that are currently attending, ask questions. If you can find a current student that you could stay with for a couple of days, that would also help you to really understand the student lifestyle there. Just because other people talk big about a particular school, doesn't mean it's the right school for you. Go find out for yourself what's right for you!

Finding the right college takes time, and thorough thought. It should not be decided on a whim, as you'll soon find, that's the reason why many transfer during or after freshman year. Visit the prospective school(s) and talk to a real student or two to get your questions answered truthfully. To make the most of the college experience, I'd recommend being open to new and different experiences without jeopardizing your true self. Be safe, and don't make decisions that are unwise.

Take advantage of every opportunity and remember that college is not a waiting period before "real life", it IS real life.

When you are looking for the right college it really depends what you want to get out of college. For me it was landing a really good job when I got out. So I had to forfeit a lot of things that I hold dear in order to prepare for the future. So I would say look for the college that will get you where you want to go after you graduate and everything else comes second. The things that would come second is what kind of school spirit you like, campus activies, political orientation, religious orientaion and so on.

The most important component of the college search is getting on campus! I missed that when I searched for universities, only visiting the school I selected. In large part, the decisions I made while on-campus motivated my application. Talking to current students about food, course loads, bus systems, and parties gave me the insight necessary to confidently apply, and reassured my parents that the school was an appropriate investment. Only by spending time on campus will you as a prospective student have the opportunity to really "get" the school. That the school ranked on a Kaplan chart of best schools, or received high marks for a course of study tells you as an individual little about the nature of the lives of students. It tells you nothing about where to buy ice cream, where to have a picnic, where to sing in church, or where to have the moments that will shape your collegiate years. The right school for you will frame your personal growth. The most learning you'll ever do will happen outside the classroom; your best teachers will be your peers. Get an early start on it, and start your search on the Quad!

figure out what you want to do with your life before going to school. going to school just for the sake of going to school is not beneficial to anyone. if you need to take your time to figure out what your dreams are then take the time you need, and then pursue them when you figure out what they are.