Baylor University Top Questions

Go to them! You will know when you get there if that is the place for you. It's good to be picky! You are paying for this place and you will be spending the next 3-5 years here.

Make sure to do your research on everything! Baylor is a wonderful university.

In finding the college for you (or your child) you should not only look at the courses available, but also go and experiance the campus it self. See how the campus looks, how the students act, and how the professors teach. Once at the college of your choice, the best way to make the most out of your college experiance is to simply get involved. Join a group, club, sport, anything that allows for you to meet new and different people. Going to college should be about learning. Learning who your are, who others surrounding you are and how they live, and how you fit into this great world.

Prepare to REALLY study even if you were one of those that never studied a day in your life. You are your own responsibility- there is no one telling you to study, go to bed, eat, etc. You will always have a professor you do not get along with, just as in life; you just have to deal with it the best you can and not quit the class. Do not be afraid you will look stupid or weak if you ask for help.

Finding the right college for each individual is crucial in his, or her learning experience. The advice I would give someone is to visit the campuses they are interested in, research the college's credentials and background, and go with what they feel is the right decision. To get the most out of the college experience one needs to get involved with campus activities, and feel like they are making a difference. Get to know the people around the campus, and make many friends because having fun is also apart of college as well as education. The last thought I would give an incoming freshman would be to enjoy college why they are here because it is too fun to miss, but it goes by before you know it, so live it to its fullest.

Make sure you visit the school many times when there are students on campus so you can get a true feeling of what life there will really be like. Also do let cost stop you from going to a school, it is much better to be happy with where you go.

I would tell parents and students to consider every aspect of attending a college. If distance and money is not a concern, attend a school out of state. I believe as a part of a students learning experience should include living in a different environment. However, whether or not the student and/or parents desire that they attend a college close to home, I highly recommend that they join a least one social group/club/organization. If a student is living away from home it is very important for them to find a group to plug into, in order to ease the strain and to provide the student with a sort of family on campus. Students attending college close to home should join a group on campus in order to stay connected to the schol. Many studies have shown that college students usually receive better grades when they are involved with campus activities and organizations. If money is a concern, I would suggest earning an associates degree at a local community college and then transferring to the college of that students chosing.

Students: Apply to as many colleges as you can. Keep your mind and options open. Try and visit the colleges that you are most interested in. Actually visiting the campus and talking with professors and students will help your decision. They dont tell you everything on the brochure they send you in the mail. Stay positive through the whole college process, it's hard for your parents too. Parents: Encourage your children. Let them make most of the decisions. Listen to their opinions. Forcing a particular college may not always turn out the way you'd like. This is a very exciting time in their life and they want you to be apart of it, mostly. Go with them to the college visits and try to stay as positive as you can. This is a huge journey they are about to embark on, it's hard for them. They need their parents wisdom and guidance but ultimatley need to make their own decisions. They will know which college is right for them. Just be there for support.

The task of finding the right college can be daunting with so many of them out there. But when you know what to look for, it becomes fun and exciting. You obviously want to find one that fits you best. If finances are a burden for you and your family, stay away from costly private universities. If you anticipate visiting your family often, pick a college that is close to them. If you plan on attending graduate school or earning a professional degree, focus on colleges that can adequately facilitate your educational pursuits. After narrowing your choices down from there, pay a visit to the campuses, talk to the students and professors, and listen to your gut feelings. If you feel at home at a particular college campus, then, most likely, that is the one you will walk away from after the graduation ceremony with the wonderful satisfaction of having had the best college experience possible. For if you want to make the most of your college experience, you must enjoy the college you attend as if it were your home because, well, it will be for the next few years. Study hard, but don't forget to live life.

To Students: Finding The Right College (1) There are hundreds of great schools in this country, so pick 10 at most for consideration. (2) Make the effort to find out those 2-3 unique things about each school and see how they match with your interests. (3) Go where your heart leads you. At the end of the day, if a school doesn't FEEL right, don't go there. To Students: Making The Most Of College (1) Make it a point to enjoy your time in college. This is your best window of opportunity to build strong friendships and have meaningful experiences that will last your entire life. (2) Become purposeful and focused in how you spend your time so that you can learn to work hard, to play freely, and to rest deeply. (3) Investigate the meaning of life, and find what is worth giving your life for. Having heart-felt purpose will guide you and serve you well all of your days. Through all of this, do as much soul-searching as you can. Use college as an opportunity to start a process of lifelong growth and maturity. THAT is the true value of a college education.