Baylor University Top Questions

I would first suggest that the academic standing of the school be well-known. I would then look at the safety of the college enviornment. Also a good thing to seek in a college is the friendliness of the students on campus. I definetly advise parents and students to visit the campuses as part of their decision-making process. Upon attending the school chosen I would recommend that the student gets to know the classmates around them. I would also recommend that they get involved in one or two of the campus activities that appeals to their interests. My experience revealed that the communication amongst a student and his/her professor helps to increase acknowledgement of the material taught.

Visit the campus and talk with the faculty and staff as well as several current students.

Baylor is a place for students that our looking forward to the next level. That is their Career. While it does offer the typical college expeirences such as football games, frat life, and crush events certianly this is not a school just for those who are looking for the Animal House college life. Students here our involved in tons of volunteer events, internships and campus activities. Baylor offers a worldly outlook as well as a strong acdemic background do its graduates.

Finding the right college is not an easy process. I would advise parents and students to visit the campus as well as interact with the current students to find out about the college before you attend. I didn't do that when I was choosing schools and I really wish I have. Although Baylor University is a wonderful school, I could have went a cheaper way out and receive the same education. Now that I am here I wouldn't leave it but I wish I had did a little more research on the school. Yes, I believe I will recieve a good education and I will have a list of job offers when I graduate because the Baylor seal is on my diploma, but I will advise any one who is planning to attend college to do the research first. Thank you and God Bless!

About finding the right college: Really look into the different schools. Don't just look at a brochure. Visit, meet current students and professors, sit in on a class. It gives an invaluable look into how the college really functions and how it feels to be there. See how you like the campus, the dorms, and if everything just fits. It is more than worth it to find the school that makes you happy. To make the most of your college experience there is nothing more important than to not be afraid to get involved. Join a club, try intramurals, participate in a group project, go out an explore campus and the surrounding town with friends, attend a college play/theatrical production. Being involved makes you instantly feel more a part of the school and makes you appreciate the experience of being in college more. Lastly, enjoy the freedom of college and the lack of responsibilities... You can never replace memories of just sitting on a front porch with friends, listening to music and knowing your biggest worry is next week's midterm, but for the moment you have nothing to do but hangout and enjoy life.

Take location into consideration. Campus visits are actually worth the time and money. Try to find a place where you will actually be happy.

Know your likes and dislikes and decide by weighing out your options.

Don't make any quick decisions when looking at schools. Even if it's the school you've ALWAYS wanted to go to, visit the school, do some more research on it, and talk to the students who presently attend to get another opinion. When you do attend college, make use of GOOD TIME MANAGEMENT. Yes, have a social life, but don't forget about your studies, because that is why you are there. Find a happy balance and enjoy the time that you have, because it flies by so quickly!

Visit the college first. DO NOT make decisions without visiting the campus and speaking with current students. Also, consider the job placement when finishing your degree.

In order for students to find the university that is right for them, I suggest they pick the college in which they can express themselves with the morals and hard work that they have learned at home. Peer pressure in this day in age to live the text book college life is almost overwhelming for even the strongest of individuals. A high school student needs to pick a setting that they know they can grow into an adult and gain as much knowledge as possible to further their success in life. Once you have selected the place for you, the best thing you can do is to get involved. Universities across the nation have thousands of clubs, intramurals, and societies that you can become a part of and meet new friends. The interactions with other kids similar to yourself will only help you maximize your personal attributes and self confidence as a young adult. These few years are truly the first time you are on your own, and your experience will be as fun as you make it. A college should be a place that motivates a student physically and mentally before they are placed in the real world.