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Visit them before you make your decision.

When choosing where to go to school dont let friends or family influence you too much on your decision. choose a school because its where you want to go and not where your friends are going. Be open minded to new things and dont be scared to go far away to college .

Parents really need to give their child a voice and allow them to take part in their college selection. Students should visit all universities they are applying to prior to accepting admittance. Students should think long and hard about what they desire out of their college experience and choose wisely so there will be no regrets in the future. Students should go where they have family and friends near by because a support system is crucial when in college. Students should resist temptation because it will always bring trouble. Students should do any and everything possible to remain focused and keep their eyes on the prize which is that crisp diploma that will ultimately shape their future. Students should remain true to their values and never compromise just because they feel a little too much heat from peer pressure. Your peers can only make you do what you want to do. Stand strong in your decisions.

I would reccomend high school students to visit as many campuses as possible. I would also asvise students to keep an open mind when looking at colleges. Just because a college has a strong reputation for academics, does not mean you will have a good experience there. And for parents, unless the decision has to do with money, let you child pick the school he/she likes, do not interfere or your child may have a bad expereince and regret the decision.

Visit a lot of different universities and try to hang out with some current students when you visit. Once you choose a university, get involved. If you are homesick and think you want to go home, stay. You only get as much out of college as you put into it.

Live life, don't get too stressed out about school.

I would say to go with the college that makes you feel at home. Yes you go for the learning however you are going to hate being in a place that all you do is study. You want to go somewhere that you feel welcome and that you can call home away from home. Also you want to be able to be proud of the place you went to college as an alumni and come back and show it off to your family. Follow your heart and you will always pick what is best.

In order to make the most of the college experience, it is first and foremost important to make sure one does not limit oneself when it comes to applying to colleges. Not only should one apply to in-state college/unviersites, but he or she should also look outside of the state, even if it appears that the college of your choice is financially impossible--because many colleges offer financial aid and award scholarships throughout the summer, even. It is important to look at what interests you and try to find a college that has a strong program or emphais in your area of interest--this will help you select a college that is practical for your educational needs. Remember, it is important to apply to many different colleges because even if it comes down to a last minute decision, what you desire in your future is constantly changing, and, the university I am currently attending was not my first choice .

Determining the school size should be a primary concern. I am very happy at my medium sized University but I know that in much larger or smaller of a campus I would not be. Also, find not only what school offers your chosen major but talk to the people that are in the field you would like to end up in and get their opinion on schools. This field could be medical or graduate school or a publishing company - anything that will be the next step or farther after graduation. Basically, try to decide what will be most important to you, and make your decision on that. I encourage you to look at things besides dorms and meal plans unless that matters an incredible amount, because these are things that last only a year in some cases and because these things matter less once friends and priorities are made. Also, in regards to dorms, I encourage you to look at which dorms have common areas, even if it's the bathroom. I met some of my best friends on my door floor freshman year, but I have friends that never met their neighbors because their dorms were so apartment-like.

You really need to sit down and analyze all portions of your budget. Food, Books, and random must have items will add up to be more than you can imagine. Look at your hobbies and really see how the area around your school caters to them, not just the school itself. I myself am a bit of a sportsman. There is hunting, fishing, and camping all around my school. Without that I would probably be miserable. Thinking a school is too small is rediculous. I thought that about Ole Miss, once I got here I realized 13,000 students is huge. Lastly, pick a school that trully has a developed program for your major. That is the reason I transfered from my first school.

If you are a Christian, prepare to defend your faith and get plugged into a campus ministry or you will likely falter with all the bad temptations and people around you.

Allowing the students to pursue all interests in their search.

the most important part of finding the right college for me was visiting and getting a fealing for the atmosphere of the school. and the thing that makes the college experience the best is getting involved; whether it is in one group/activity/club or many, the people are the most important part of college,from the contacts for jobs, to the freindships.

Narrow your choices and visit each school. You really need to experience the campus and get a feel for the school.My brother attends our state rival - a school I always thought I would attend too until I visted my campus. I just felt at home there.

the people make the college.

To Parents: Start as early as you can saving for your children's college education. Make sure your kids visit more than one campus and apply to more than one school. Make sure your children apply for every scholarship out there. Research scholarships for them. Visit college campuses during both seasons. Support your children and their choice of major. Don't be afraid of loans! To Students: Even if you have your heart set on a certain college, VISIT OTHERS!! Go where you love. Live on campus at least one year! Once you get to college, make sure you start good study habits early on. Teachers are not as sympathetic as in high school. Get out and get involved your freshman and sophomore years (every year, but especially these first two years). Do not feel pressured to pick a major right when you get to school. Do not overload yourself your first semester, especially if you have a job. Research and apply for scholarships every year. DO NOT feel pressured to drink/do drugs/have sex to fit in! You'll appreciate your good decisions later in life. DO AN INTERNSHIP!!! It will truly benefit you in the long run.

Branch out! Do something you wouldn't normally do. I had the most fun when I was the most adventurous.

Go with your heart! Go where you want to be and not where other people want you to be.

Manage your time. You learn in everything you do - from parties to projects. Final exams to friends.

Visit the campus first a few separate times or for at least a few days! Try to meet people and talk to them about what they think as well.

Ole Miss is the best college in the South.

Find where you feel comfrtalble.

The only advice I have is this: Find the college that fits you like a glove and take advantage of everything that is made available to you. Don't pass up the opportunities and resources that are freely and willingly given to you.

I advise students and parents to start early in trying to find the right college. Education should be the number one reason for anyone to want to attend college. Therefore, in researching other schools, students should focus on the career goals that they have in mind. A student should select the college that he will attend based on the one that will provide the most aid in his future endeavors. In addition, for a student to make the most out of his college experience, he must be well rounded and open minded. He must not be afraid to try new things, or talk to new people. He must manage his time well so that his social life does not interfere with his academic studies. Parents should serve as a guide to help their child remain focused and not lose sight of the true reason one should attend college, which is to receive an education.

The key to finding the right college community and attaining the greatest degree of satisfaction from a college experience is to visit the campus before applying to the institution. The sights and sounds of a college town, the architectural designs of the buildings, and the diversity of the students on campus can appreciably lend themselves to the decision making process. A university established in a small southern town prior to the Civil War will have a remarkably different atmosphere from a twentieth century school built in amongst a bustling city. Once a school has been chosen, however, the key to making the most of the college experience is to get involved in activities on campus and around the community. The best way to have a genuinely memorable college experience is for an individual to get involved in organizations, clubs, sports, and classes that interest him. Go to the fitness center, student union, or local restaurants to meet new people. Attend free movie nights, campus sponsored social events, and sporting venues. It is extremely important, however, to learn to balance school and studying. Even the most outgoing socialite will have a bad college experience if she cannot pass her classes.

First, I would really sit down and think (even write) about what kind of environment you see yourself in, and see yourself succeeding in. Big city vs. small town, close to home vs. far away. Also, try to narrow down what you would be interested in studying. If you know for a fact what you want to do, maybe consider a college or university that specializes in that area. If not, then look for places that offer a vast amount of curriculum. Find out as much as you can about each school your interested in like academics, extra-cirricular activities, costs, admission requirements, everything. As your search narrows, definitely take a visit with your folks to each campus. Even the best of websites isn't as descriptive as seeing through your own eyes. Take a tour, meet people, ask questions, find answers. When the search comes to an end and you pick the college that's right for you, make sure you keep up with the pre-semester requirements like housing information and meal plans. And when you finally get there, have fun with it! Meet new people, get involved, and of course, keep those grades up.