Don't exclude your parents from your college search! You will need your parents' involvement to help you figure out which colleges will suit your goals, your needs and your budget.

Bounce ideas off your parents about location, size, and of course, majors available. Let them help you consider all your college options, as you can't discount the value of their involvement in your education. When it comes time to make a final decision, make sure the college you choose is a place you will love. After all, it's you, not your parents, who will be spending years there.

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	Chris Coons Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Mercyhurst College in Erie, Pa.
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	Aaron Marshall Assistant Director of Admissions at SUNY Fredonia.
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