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The advice that I would give parents and students abou finding the right college is to really choose a school that fits your career choice. Some colleges say they offer your major and have the best core curriculum there, but when you actually attend it, you hate the way they teach you. College should be the best experience of your life. Financial problems shouldn't hinder you. If you really want a certain college, they would help you get the money you need, and not send you for the run around. Go to fastweb.com, myspace.com, and facebook. Ask current students that attend the colleges you have in mind and ask them questions about it. How's the campus? Are the classes challenging? Is it diverse? Can I afford it without taking serious loans out? The sky is the limit. Use every resource you can. And remember, when all else fails, pray. God will lead you in the right direction. Good luck!

When finding the right college for your child, I would consider finding a college that suits your child's needs. For me, I wanted a school that was big but then I realized that I appreciated the environment of my high school--small and with individualized teaching. One must also consider the location of the school. Even though parents want to give their child the experience of being alone. sometimes closer is best. My parents took this into consideration when finding a college that was right for me. Also take into consideration the field that your child would like to major in. Although my major waas not provided in my current college, I still have a dream of returning to this field. I wanted to be an architect but I didn't mind doing business at Xavier University. It had one of the top business schools in the nation. So, I chose Xavier because it had everything I ever wanted and in the end, I never regretted my selection. Choosing a school that fits all of the criteria or nearly all your criteria will make your child happier and the parent less worried for their son or daughter.

The most important part of selecting a college is being able to see yourself living there. Can you picture yourself living the dorms? Do you see yourself studying in the library and eating in the cafeteria? What will you do in your spare time around campus? If you cannot see yourself living and enjoying life at that school, it may not be the one for you. Although picking a school with a good academic program is very important, you have to also keep in mind that wherever you pick to go to school, that is where you will live for the next four years. Also, picking a school with superior extra-curricular activities is important too because when you begin to form your resume, employers will not only be looking at what your GPA was (which hopefully will be excellent!) but also what did you do with your time in college? Did you volunteer? Were you involved with student government? All of these things help you become a well rounded person. Combine that with an outstanding education, and you will truly be prepared for the next phase of life when college comes to an end.

When it comes to choosing which college is the right one, there are many factors for students and their parents to consider. But ultimately, I think that students should choose the school that feels right for them. The student should visit each potential school, and ask his or her self: "Can I see myself spending the next four years of my life here? Does it feel like I belong here? Does this seem like a place where I can figure out who I really am and what I want to do with my life?" When the answer to these questions is "yes", you have found the right college. In regards to "making the most of the college experience", my advice is simple: do something worthwhile every day. Bring up a good point during a class discussion. Tell your friends a good joke and laugh with them. Enjoy a good book on the campus green space when it's nice out. You don't have to do something incredible, but I promise you, if you get at least one little worthwhile thing out of each day, when you graduate, you'll consider your college years to be time well spent.

I would advise parents and/or students to pay attention to three critical things when choosing a college. (1) The size of the school, (2) the reputation of the school in regards to your major and (3) make sure the school is able to provide many resources. For example tutoring serivices, library services/databases for research and career & job placements.. It's important the school of your choice is well balanced in order to provide a safe, social and exciting atmosphere. Being able to have this experience will only enhance yourself or your child to becoming a well balanced and productive citizen.

I feel as though there is too much pressure on students to find THE perfect school. Not to sound like a broken record, but whatever you put into your college experience is what you are going to get out of it. Xavier is not the perfect school for me because of its ranked basketball team or its unique academic programs. Instead, Xavier is perfect for me because I have taken risks and put myself out there. I have gotten involved in various clubs and organizations and I have worked hard to excel in the classroom. As you may have noticed, these things that make it the perfect school for me are things that can be accomplished at any college or university in the country. I feel as though students need to understand that as long as they find an environment where they can picture themselves excelling and living up to their full potential, any school can be THEIR perfect school.

I think that it is important to choose the school that fits your individual needs

Go on several college visits, take a guided tour and also explore the campus on your own. Pick a place that you feel most comfortable at. When you get to college, get involved in something as soon as you can, otherwise you will feel left out.

The advice I would give to parents and students trying to find the right college is to narrow down what you are looking for in a school and the programs offered to the students based on your career choice. My biggest mistake was also not visiting all the school I applied to. School visits do not show you exactly what life will be like at the University, however it gives the student an idea of the environment and feel of the atmosphere which is very important. And to make the most of your college experience, just learn that it takes time to adjust. Making good friends does not always happen in the first month, but is a process. Also, adjusting to the new workload and stress levels take time but it will get easier, i promise!

In order to find the right college, you should visit multiple schools to get the right feel for which college fits you best. It is best to choose the school where you feel most comfortable and welcome, as college will become your home away from home for the next four years. It is also important to select a school that offers the major that you are looking for, since the main point of attending college is finding a major that you can use as a tool to build a successful career. Once you choose the college that is best for you, it is important to get involved around campus. Joining clubs, volunteering, and attending campus-sponsered events and athletic functions will keep you from losing your sanity when it comes to school work. On that note, it is also important to keep up with your studies. The more successful you are in the classroom, the more knowledge you will gain to be successful in the future. It is extremely important to know how to balance academics with social life. Finally, be true to yourself. Surround yourself with people who encourage you to become the best person you can be.

Choosing the right college is primarily about deciding what is most important to the student. Every college has its own set of priorities and focuses on its own areas, whether it be sports offered, a certain major program, the social environment, cost, location, or a multitude of other aspects of the college experience. However, no college will have every one of these, so a student must decide which ones are more important to him/her. After deciding this, it is best to do a much research as possible through a high school counseling center or various internet sources to find a variety of schools that cater to those areas the student is interested in. In addition, several schools should be chosen that lay just outside the student's focus, so that the student may better evaluate the schools he/she is interested in, as well as the areas he/she has decided are most important. Once schools are chosen, the student should visit each school and take diligent notes, focusing on the areas he/she is interested in. These notes should be the basis for the student's decision of which college is best for him/her.

Make sure you spend enough time getting to experience each school befoore you make a decision, because you want to find a place where you feel comfortable.

It's all about what you do with what you know. Apply yourself and remember that above all else, you are at school to learn and develop life-long skills, both in and out of the classroom.

First of all, I believe that parents should allow their children to pick the college of their choice. This is their first major step into adulthood , therefore they should be allowed to make the decision on their own. If a child ask for a parents opinion or advice that is understandable but other than that I think it should be left up to the student. I also feel that the student needs to consider what type of school he or she would like to attend. There are many different types and the experiences can be very different. The student should consider whether they would be more comfortable in a larger school or a smaller school and also whether or not they want to stay in or around their home town or if they want to go away. Before making a final decision, be sure to consider all your options and make sure to visit the school to see if you think it is a place that you might enjoy being at.

I realize that most people, when searching for a good school, are looking for a place that will give them an advantage in the world. Advice I would give is to look beyond the whole advantage idea and look to a place that you know will give you exactly what everyone needs, a good education. I am paying a lot to go to the school I chose, but funny enough I learned this idea from one of the classes I took here. I guess you can make what you want out of my situation, but keep in mind what I first mentioned.

Visit every colllege you can and stay overnight to as many as possible

First, do not disregard schools because of the tuition costs; most schools are willing to work with you on financial aid. Begin your selection by deciding what size campus would be the most comfortable for you. Then, find schools that are in the setting you would feel most comfortable in (i.e. urban versus rural). From there, find out the schools that have a faculty to student ratio that you feel will be best for you. Decide whether it is important for the school you attend to have many clubs and activities, strong sports programs, excellent academics, etcetera. After the basics have been selected and the schools have been narrowed down, make a few visits to some or all of those schools. You will know that a school is right for you if you feel comfortable as you walk around campus. If something doesn't feel quite right, it isn't the school for you. Most importantly, do not wait until the end of Junior year or beginning of Senior year of high school to start the search. The earlier you begin, the better!

Dear Students, Search for perfection; don't limit yourself with money or grades because there's always a chance of overcoming financial aid issues or of getting in to your reach school. Once there, get involved. You don't meet people by sitting in your dorm room daily and it's not likely you'll meet a lifelong friend because you both played beerpong at together at the same party. Late-night conversations are always interesting enough that it's worth falling asleep in class the next day for. Missing one party to finish a paper worth 20{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of your grade is not the end of the world, nor is it the wrong decision. Community style really does mean that everyone's door is open and you can meet a new best-friend in the bathroom. And this is your only chance to have thousands of other 20 somethings who want to form their life views, learn about the world, and meet new people all around you; take advantage of that! Love, Katie

The questions in this survey are the right questions to be asking. I suggest that parents and students visit various different college campuses and ask some of these very intuitive, information questions to the people at those colleges. Remember, no school is perfect, find a balance between what you want most in a school and what that school provides. Prioritize your wants and needs in a school and then settle with one that has the majority of your top qualities. Have an open mind, and go with your heart. Don't get too bottled down with facts and figures, you know more than you think about yourself. Have faith you will make the right choice and be happy with your decision.

The best thing that I think to do is visit the colleges that you think you want to go to. It changed my mind when I came and visited the school that I am at now, because I was only applying here as a back up school, and I ended up loving it more than my first choice. If I would not have visted the school then I would have never known. In order to make the most of your college experience I say to get involved with as many clubs and activites that you can handle. By being a part of the campus it is much easier to make friends and really find where you fit. Also, do not stress. Everything will work out how it should in the end! Good Luck!

Go visit the school!

The best advice I could give to parents is simply to be open to your son/daughter's decision of school choices and let them visit the schools they chose. For students I would recommend really thinking about what it is you may want to do and your personal wants/needs in regards to academics, athletics, clubs, etc., and do some research before you make decision on a whim. The single best advice, how I decided where to attend, Go there. You have to get out and visit the schools/cities/places you are considering spending the next stage of your life at.

Don't just visit the schools you think you would like; expand your views and visit school you might not have been interested in. Spend a night in a freshman dorm, attend a class that would pertain to your major, people-watch in the student center. When it comes to social life, do not rely on what school officials say; ask students what they do in their spare time. To make the most of the college experience, sign up for every club you could be interested in. Attend a few meetings and decide if you want to keep up with it. Don't over load yourself with extracurriculars, though; too much could bring down your grades. Keep an open mind and don't be afraid to be yourself.

Visit all the schools you are interested in and talk to students that are in similar fields that you are in.

Anyone can gather and analyze the merits of a good college. You pick up pamphplets, you research the school, make a pro-con list of academics, athletics, culture, etc. But the defining step in the college selection process should be when one first sets foot on the campus. For me, my visit to Xavier University made me feel alive and inspired; I knew I wanted to be a part of that intelligent, warm, joyous community. I realize not everyone can have the luxury of attending the college of their choice; however, within one's means, a prospective student ought to choose the place where he/she can envision a future--a future of excellence, enjoyment, and enrichment. These are the circumstances in which one truly makes the most of his/her college experience.

Let the students ask questions and allow them to find the best fit.

I would tell them to take their time and make sure to visit as many as you can.

Look to what the students say about the school. A great way to do that is by using the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). It has published results of student engagement of campuses around the country. Also, be true to your gut. Many schools will tell you many things to get you there, but they are always trying to put themselves in a postive light. Be critical and do what you are comfortable with. Once you are in college, be sure to get involved and engage in learning outside of the classroom. College is not like high school and you need to seek out your own opportunities and experiences. Be on top of your responsibilities, be organized and have goals. If you do all these things you will make the most of your college experience.

I would tell parents and students to choose the school that is right for them. When I walked onto Xavier University's campus I knew it was the right school for me. It just felt right. Going to college should be a time of new experiences and making friends. (Learning too, of course! ) You will change more over these four years than all your other years combined. Find the school that will allow you to become the best person you can be. Find the school that fits your career goals and your personality. Be happy that you go to your college - be proud to say you go there.

I think it's important to find a school where the student can feel happy and comfortable, yet have the chance to meet new people and learn new things. It is important to step outside of your comfort zone in one way or another in order to grow and figure out who you are and going to college is a perfect opportunity for that. It's important to be as involved as you can be without overwhelming yourself. Find a school that can offer you a complete experience, in terms of academics, social life, extra curricular activities, and whatever other needs you may have. Go somewhere you will be proud to have graduated from, but do not choose a school for its reputation alone. Most importantly, be open-minded.

Finding the right college may seem like a stressful and overwhelming choice, but it is actually quite easy. There are so many resources available to help you narrow down your choices. The best way to figure out if you will like a college is to visit, and make sure you stay the night! When you stay the night you get a better feel for the college and the people that attend the school. In order to make the most of your college experience, make sure you focus your attention on academics but also have fun! Learning is a very big aspect of college, but so is making friends and having a social life. To make the most of your college experience, study hard but allow yourself time to enjoy your fellow classmates.

A large part of choosing the right school requires visiting the campus and people on it. Any school can make a pretty brochure and advoate how wonderful they are, but it is the atmosphere and the feeling of being on campus that largely shapes your ability to make a decision. Make sure you ask many questions and feel comfortable where you are - you might ask, "could I see myself going here?" Make sure to meet an administrator, a professor, a student and find out what the college is about. Also look at the institution's mission statement - does the college stand for what you are seeking in a college? I remember what was so special about Xavier was that I wasn't just a stat, not just a number, or another student but a contributing person to the Xavier community and that is why I chose to attend. Make sure that the school you choose is somewhere that you will be proud to attend. It may seem cliche, but the best way to know if a school is for you, is to see how it feels to say "I attend ___________ University." Saying it should always make you feel proud.

Start by reseraching online. After visiting campus, write down the pros and cons of the university. This is a great tool for comparing the different colleges that you attend. Along with that, weight the categories. For many people, money is the biggest issue. Others its campus size, etc. If you're considering a college, apply early and apply for a myriad of scholarships -- there are scholarships for everything (e.g. this survey). However, do not freak out too much about not choosing the right campus. If you go in with an open mind and a willingness to learn and challenge yourself, you'll enjoy any college.

The biggest piece of advice that I would give to parents and students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience is to VISIT each campus you are interested in, and then to pick the one that feels like 'home' in your heart. The college that feels like home to you may not be the most prestigious, or even the most inexpensive, but if the campus feels like home, it will be worth it to attend. I know from experience that the students who picked my university due to the wrong reasons (cost, prestige), were not always happy here. In contrast, those students who felt connected to the campus community prior to enrolling were the most involved, interacted more with their professors, and thus had more opportunities after graduation. So that's it, pick a place where you can grow, meet new people, and most of all, a place where you can be yourself. And, if you do that, you will no doubt have a wonderful experience.

It is important to research the university that you are or your child is interested. Research ratings and rankings of the university online or in books and magazine releases. Look over the website and see what majors and academic services are available. Also, make sure to notice what student groups and service opportunities are available. Based upon all this information, decide if you want to visit the college. Try and see if the college has orientation and large student visit days. These allow you to gain more information compared to individual tours of the campus. Also, when you meet students on campus, make sure to ask them questions about what they like and dislike about the school, about the facilities, about the faculty, and about the courses. Lastly, you need to decide if you feel comfortable on the campus and could see yourself attending. If all your research shows you that it is a great school, but you cannot see yourself attending then don't apply. College can be expensive and you want to make sure you are satisfied with your choice.

Meet a lot of people on campus before comitting yourself to one school. Keep your options open, and don't decide too early or based on very little information.

In order to find the right college for you, I would suggest to notice your feelings about the college within the first 30 minutes visiting that college. Although there are plently of quality schools out there, not every school will be for you, and you will usually be able to tell just by how you feel when you are walking on campus. While the technical information about the college is important, such as cost, resources, and location, it is also equally important to try to imagine yourself as a student at that college. If you can't, your gut instinct is probably right. Also, take advantage of asking current students about their experience. Remember, the tour guide is trying to sell you the school, so sometimes it is helpful to just ask the students who are around about what they like and don't like. If I could give advice about making the most of the college experience, I would say 2 words: GET INVOLVED! Many Freshmen are timid about getting involved at first, but the sooner you get involved, the sooner you meet people and learn about what your college has to offer during this exciting new adventure.

Take every part of college seriously. During the application process, seriously evaluate your interests to pick a school that you believe would be a good fit--but take your gut feeling seriously, too. Go to a school where you will not only learn a lot, but also one at which you will feel comfortable. This means visiting colleges. When you get to school, take the opportunity to get to know people seriously. Go to your school's orientation program, and be open to it even if you think parts of it aren't cool. Chances are that someone you meet within the first week will be someone you'll know for the next four years. When classes start, take studying seriously. This isn't high school anymore. In fact, it's much more important, and you'll need the grades to impress grad schools and your future employers. Take the weekends seriously-- have fun! You have to make time for unforgettable college memories like going for ice cream at four in the morning. Most importantly, take yourself seriously. Take this time of complete freedom to figure out what it is you really want in life, and then go do it.

My advice about finding the right college is to find the college that fits you best. This means that the right college should fit you acedemically, physically, mentally, socially and in terms of your career goals. The right college should have the tools and people to help you succed in all of those areas. To make the most of the college experience, one must never let a bad event bring them down or determine how the rest of the college years are going to go. It is also a good idea to keep yourself open and free from pre-judgments.

Academics are extremely important in picking an educational institution. This includes more than just rankings however. It is important to find a school that fosters close relationships with faculty and fellow students as well as a great mentoring program. The overall atmosphere is important as well. You have to ask yourself if you will be happy living there.

Really go for your gut instinct, whether good or bad. Don't be afraid to take chances. Take advantage of as many opportunities as you can. You will know when the school is right for you...you will just feel it and you will know that you belong there.

Have an open mind about where you may or may not end up. Just because you do not get accepted to or you cannot afford an ivy league school does not mean that you cannot get a fantastic education somewhere else. When considering a specific school, be sure to look at the curriculum, cost, and any other aspects of the college that may or may not interest you. In the end, it all comes down to how you apply yourself. When you graduate from whatever school it may be, you need to realize that you just payed however many thousands of dollars for a piece of paper. However, it is how you apply your diploma to the real world which will determine wheter your college experience was worth it or not.

Parents and students should focus on the academic programs offered by universities but should also take a closer look at the social life, extracurricular activities, and general social life around campus. You WILL need a break from studying once in a while, no matter how fired up you are about your college academic success as an incoming freshman, and having a variety of activities, school-sponsored social events, sports, and things to do around campus can really enhance your college experience. The importance of academic success should not be undermined, but an important component of your college experience takes place out of the classroom and in the relationships that you build with other students.

The most important thing for a student making a college decision is to visit the potential schools that they might attend. The visits help to get a feel for the atmosphere and the people that go to school there. They should also look at the academia of the school, while making sure that the school offers something that they would be interested in learning about , majoring in, or participating. They should talk to students that go there; don't be shy. The best way to gain a broader understanding for a school is to talk to the students that havae experienced it. They can tell you the positive and negative aspects that they have found true about the school. The student looking for a school should make the desicion based on what they want. They should not base their decision on what their friends do or what their parents wish they would do. The key to their happiness in college is persuing thier dreams and goals.

Take every aspect of the college experience into consideration, don't simply choose a school based on location or academics. Class size, professor availability, social scene, opportunities for success and overall community feel are big aspects that I never looked at. All play a part of my overall happiness in college and I lucked out in choosing a school that fit my personality without looking into it. Overall, I would rather be at a less reputable school and be happy than visa versa. The fact is, I spend three hours a day, five days a week in class. The other 153 hours of my week are spent doing other things; how you will be occupying that time is, in my opinion, more important than anything else.

Follow your gut instinct

Finding the right college is all about perception. I have discussed college choices with other friends, and they all seem to agree that when they chose Xavier, its because it just felt right. I know that ambiguous feelings are no basis to pick a school, but I do feel as though they play a major role. Picking a school that you are comfortable with is key. Distance from home and workload should also play an important factor in picking a school. It is important to visit the school and spend a night there during the school week. Go to class, go to on campus events, - get the most out of your experience on campus. To make the most out of the college experience, I found that it is best to leave your door open. There is no better way to make friends than to show that you're open to meeting new people and making new friends. Friends are the key to your success, they will be there through thick and thin and if you pick the right people, they can make you a better person which will positively effect your schoolwork and outlook on life.

Pick a school that you can afford!

I would tell parents to see as many colleges as possible, so that they student can really determine what type of college they are looking for. When looking at a college, remeber that the school should reflect who you are as a person. Economic status, religion, work-ethic, social-status , goals, and dreams may all play an important role in finding a college that fits you best. College is expensive, but to do well in your job field and to make money you have to go, so fill out as many scholarships as possible and talk to your Guidance Counselor about Financial Aid. Don't procrastinate, turn your applications, scholarships, and FASFA as soon as possible! Keep in mind, the tuition and cost of living compared to your estimated salary once you graduate from college and get your dream job. To maximize you college experience, you must get involved and stay focued on who you are as a person and what you want to be. There are many fun things to do in college, but you have to remember to keep a balance between academic and soical activites so that you will succeed in college.

It is very important to tour to the school before you choose where you will go. Websites and brochures are misleading and are made to get you to like the school. Only seeing it for yourself and talking to students at the university will allow you to get a feel for the school and whether or not you'll love it. Do not let your friends, family, or significant other make this decision for you. College is THE BEST TIME OF YOUR LIFE! You need to make the decision how and where this time will be spent. Get involved. Make friends. College is the best time to try new things. If you're curious, don't hold back! Enjoy the new-found freedom, but don't forget about your responsibility. Call your parents. Parents- don't call your kids every day and let them make their own mistakes and handle the consequences. If they don't learn now, they never will. Don't just take the classes you have to take; take the ones that you get excited about. This will make the hard work worth your time and effort. Study hard and party hard. Be safe.