Barton College Top Questions

Looking back, I would suggest to myself, "Stay on top of your work at all times. If you don't work you don't eat. Stay focused on your goals and keep your eyes on the prize. Don't compromise with procrastination or distractions. That does not mean that you can't have a break or have time to have fun, but remember what you are there for."

The only thing I would change is I would have started back to school about ten years earlier than I did. I knew what I wanted to do after high school and actually got my associates degree in criminal justice. At the time social work was only offered during the day. I have to work. During the time between starting to school I worked and did a lot of volunteer work in social work areas. The experience gave me more of a realistic perspective , that I actuall did want to further my education in social work. I believe things work out when they are supposed to.

Always do the best you can with what you have, where you are because you never know where it might lead you. There are connections everywhere and you never know where you may end up. Make your choices based off of what you want instead of what someon else wants. It's your life and you only live once. Try to save up as much money as you can, so you have something saved up after graduation.

In country music singer Brad Paisley's words,"If I could write a letter to me," I would definately tell myself not to be worried or scared of the college experience. I had so many people tell me to buckle down and be ready for non stop studying and paper writing. Yes, studying and paper writing is a part of college life, but college is more about learning and discovering more about yourself and your abilities to get a job done. In high school, teachers were constantly reminding students to do their work, etc., but in college, students must complete the job themselves if they want to succeed. I enjoy this because a student usually ends up in a class that is full of students that are ready to learn. High school students do not need to fear college or the college experience, they need to look forward to learning more about themselves and entering this new phase of their lives.

Some advice I would give about finding the right college is to visit the campus, talk to admission counselors, go to some of the campus events before enrolling in the college. Try to talk to students who went to the college before and stay in contact with the business office because they handle alot of your information. Also attend orientation because you get to meet alot of people in your class. To make the most of the college experience talk to your professors, don't br afraid to ask questions, and get to know your peers. Also participate in campus events and trips. Overall college is what you make out of it but overall don't forget to study, eat properly, and get plenty of sleep. Also use campus resources such as writing center, computer labs, health center, and counseling if needed.

Although selecting the college of your choice may seem easy, it can be very difficult. I found myself struggling between three colleges of my choice, but am so glad with the decision I made. The best advice I can give to anyone who is having trouble or is curious on how to choose the right college, is to tour the campus and ask yourself if you can really see yourself going there. Only you can be the judge of what you truely want in your college experience. The best way to make the most out of your college experience, is to just simply be open to meeting new people and getting involved! Even if you don't play a sport or want to join a fraternity/sorority, there are other options such as intramural sports, clubs, and other campus activities that help bring students together in the college community. Not only will being involved allow you to meet other people, but it will allow you to enjoy your college experience as well.

When searching for colleges to attend always put education first, then location or social life second. Always pay attention to a schools reputaion when it comes to your major.

College is what you make it. I had heard this before I went to school from numerous people. I actually found a lot of truth in this statement. A student can make college exciting by making new friends and doing well, or he or she can make college miserable by sitting in his or her dorm room and becoming depressed. My advice for choosing a college is visit the campus and meet the residents of the college. Afterall, the students are the ones that can give you the REAL experiences and background of that particular college. For parents, being supportive of your child's decision of where he or she wants to attend college is critical. I mean in the long run, the child is the one who has to deal with the college for the next four years. Finding the right college is different for everyone, but for me, I knew I wanted a small college and a small professor to student ratio to gain more attention with my studies. These are things that should be thought about previously and researched before choosing a college.

Be sure to visit the college before you accept the offer to attend or even apply. Make sure that its the type of enivornment that you can succeed in.

Visit the campus before deciding, speak with alumi, current students, get max finacial aide,being open minded, thinking outside box, ensure school will meet both academic and personal desires, diverse student and faculty population