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Go to the college that feels right. Trust your instincts, especially those feelings you get while visiting campus and talking to students. While at college, study a lot, but take time to have fun. Get involved in some organiztions, such as major/professional, special interest, or religious groups. Don't be afraid to ask questions in class or go talk to your professors. And don't be afraid to drop a class - it is much better than failing.

Choosing a college stressful and confusing for me, as it probably is for you now. In choosing the college I would attend out of my four remaining choices, the question that I found myself asking was "who do I want to become?" Needless to say, this is a difficult question to answer for a young adult, who may find answering the question "who am I now?" hard enough. But I believe that to answer this question and choose a school based upon it, you must contemplate the abstract as well as the concrete. Though I did consider major choices, clubs, activities, size, facilities, and location... I chose my college by looking at the big picture. I felt that I could belong there and matter, that I could be challenged and leave with valuable experiences, and that it could set me on the right path to becoming that person I wanted to be (both in an intellectual and character sense). Even if that inner vision we have of our future selves changes over time, the right school be welcoming and flexible, perhaps even cause us to reflect and reach new realizations. (But remember... there can be more than one right choice.)

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It is imperative to find a university that will accomendate all of you child's need whether it be academic, social and physical. Choose a college that has a strong academic background. College was designed to enrich a student's mind and to provide higher education. The atmosphere has to inviting and uplifting. It should be a environment that drives one to become apart of the environment and meet others. Universities are known for extra curricular activites if not academics. So, it is also important to get involved and have a sense of pride of the school. No matter what university is chosen make sure that the student's needs are met . It is nothing like loving the educational institution from which you have graduated!

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Make sure you know that it's the place you want to go. If you get that feeling that you have found the right school, find a way to go. You may be paying loans forever but the experience will be worth it.

Find a college that fits your personality and has the degree program you want with professors who are active in their chosen fields outside of the classroom. Don't be afraid to ask questions, and don't let that first test sneak up you, it can be a killer. Get involved with activities on campus and find a way to balance work and play so you don't get overwhelmed, but don't be afraid to work hard to get what you want. College can be difficult, but the things that are the hardest are usually the most worthwhile, so get out there and do your best, whatever that may be. There are always people who have been where you are, so don't be too stubborn to listen to good advice. Make friends, have fun, and don't forget to study! Oh yeah, and find a major in a field you are passionate about, it makes life so much easier.

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Go to a school in a city or town that you love and can see yourself living in after college. Because all the networking you do in college will be most effective in that town! TRUST ME!

It is not always about the name. While College/Univeristy notoriety often indicates a prestigious environment or strong athletic program, students should take the time to do personal research. There are several very important factors that should be explored in the seardh for "The Perfect Fit" college experience. First, you need to ask yourself some honest, probing questions. What pursuits are most important to me? Am I emotionally and physically mature enough to succeed in an environment that is academically rigorous? Are there geographical locations where I am happier or healthier? Am I more acedemically driven, or socially driven? Do I value personal interaction or thrive on independence? Your academic success is just as important as your physical and emotional health and all three are intertwined. Looking carefully at these questions can help you determine what school is most appropriate for you in every respect. Not everyone is cut out for the autonomy of a large state school in the same way that not everyone is equipped for the Ivy Leagues. Remember when chosing your school that college is about succeeding to the best of your ability and the right institution will enable you to do just that.

You can get a degree anywhere. Going to college is less about the prestige of your campus, and more about the person you become while you are there. Does the learning environment suit you? Do the class sizes? Do they even have the major you're looking for? More importantly, does it seem like you could fit in with the campus citizenry? These are the kinds of questions you should really be asking yourself. Being able to get up in the morning (or afternoon), and not lament your classes of that day, or not having to regret coming to the school you chose- that is a good feeling. If you're able to find a college where that can happen, a fantastic experience is the only possible outcome.

The most important part of the college search is finding a good fit. Take the time to narrow down what qualities are important to you, both generally and as they apply specifically to colleges. Some of those qualities involve the typical questions: Do you prefer urban or rural? Would you like to be close to home or as far away as possible? What activities would you like to try? What is my price range? But, if you spend forever looking for the perfect match to all these criteria, you will never go to college. The best way to find a good fit is visit and stay overnight at a college. Experience the atmosphere first hand, because that, more than anything else,will affect the level of your college experience. Once in college, key into the reasons for choosing it, but don't hesitate to get out of the box a bit. College is the perfect place to discover who you are without the binds of high school reputations and parental overbearing. So, tune into yourself (not the peer pressure) and get involved on campus doing what fits YOU!

Finding the right college is a lot like pretending to be psychic, you do a lot staring into the crystal ball. However, the more you study your options, the more you realize what you like about certain schools and what you dislike. Often, people forget what a good education is: an investment. Whenever you make an investment you study all of the companies numbers, earnings statements, and most importantly future outlook. Looking at a college should be treated no differently, in fact it will most likely be the biggest investment of your life. You must find the right balance between price and quality, this is particularly important if you know what your course of study will be. If you find that your degree in a certain major will be more prestigous coming from X school than Y school, you might want to pay the extra price for the good school with a better program. The biggest reason that students find themselves out of college and without a degree is because they did not do their reserach. College is an interesting time, take advantage of every opportunity you see, starting with the application.

While touring campuses, ask students what they think about the school and the surrounding area.

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Well, honestly you have to go where you really think you are going to be happy, but for petes sake, do not go to a college that you know your parents cannot afford. There is no "one" school that you HAVE to go to that will make you happy because if you really want to , you can be happy anyway. You just have to make the most of your college experience. No one is going to make you have fun or go to class or join clubs. Get out there, don't complain and have a good time. As far as for the parents, do not buy into your child telling you that he/she must go to this school because of its great program or what not... if you cannot afford it, tell them like it is. I saw a friend's mom take a second morgage on their house for him to go to a really expensive college... selfish on the kid to do it, and dumb on the parents to let him. It is all about the experience....

Figure out what you're looking for, and find the school that fits that. There are so many choices between big or small, public or private, religious or not, how the academics are focused, etc., that hopefully a school will fit what you are looking for. Don't be afraid to ask questions or make as many visits as you need to. Also, think of costs for all four years before figuring out which universities will be affordable. For making the most of the college experience, don't be afraid to go out and meet people. At the same time, remember to be level-headed. Find friends who will be lifelong friends, not just the friends who are the most crazy on the weekends.