Duquesne University Top Questions

Try to find something that will work for everyone. I love my school, but I just don't fit in with the background. I am a very strong person so I was able to adapt well, but not everyone can. Try to find a college that has people just like you!

I would suggest that students take the time to think about what they would like to do and then make a decision on the right college. I am an adult student who took a long time and three schools begfore I figured it out.

Take a risk. Don't go to a school because your friends are doing it, your parents want you to, or you're too scared to go off on your own. Find a school that gets you excited and nervous. Find a school that will allow you to grow into yourself through meeting people, study abroad experiences, volunteering, etc. College should be one of the best times of your life. Don't shortchange yourself. Live it.

Don't look at cost when deciding a college. If you do that you limit your choices of maybe finding that collge you really want to go to. Make sure you go visit as many as possible, and meet someone in your field of study. That way you can ask all the important questions that you want answered, and aren't suprised when you arrive on campus. Even ask if you can sit it on a few classes, or even stay at night. Decide which type of enviroment is you. Are you able to go to a big school where you are just a number to the faculty, or a small school where students, and faculty remember your faces and your name year after year. Do you want to go to a school in the city or one out in the country? Do you want need to go to a school that has a good Division I sports team, or if they have good activities to keep you busy on campus?

It doesn't matter where you go, it's what you do with your time there that makes college what it is.

If you want a personal experience and a great education Duquesne is right for you!

Choosing a college is like choosing a good running shoe. If the shoe does not fit properly, the runner will experience pains that permeate his entire body. With those pains the runner is less likely to journey as far. But if the shoe is supportive not only will his feet rejoice, but his body will capable of continuing the journey for miles upon miles. The runner is compared to the student. The pair of shoes is the college in which he/she chooses. If the fit is poor, the performance will also be deficient and the "body" will ache in spirit, pride, and enthusiasm. But, if the fit is perfect the student will exceed expectations and continue the journey through life with a sense of accomplishment. In conclusion, make sure the university or college fulfills every need in mind, body, and spirit and success will surely be achieved. Look for every opportunity on campus and off to learn and grow as an individual. Never become satisfied with the knowledge attained, but continually hunger for more knowledge and more life experiences. This will truly create a perfect college experience and more importantly, a life experience.

Find a school with the major you are looking for, but make sure you pick the right size school for you. Some of my friends picked the schools they went to solely based on the program they wanted to study. However, they were un-happy because the school was either too big or too small or they didn't like the location. You have to go somewhere you will feel comfortable and happy, and somewhere they offer a challenging program in the field you wish to study.

In order to chose the right college, one must consider their strengths and weaknesses. When a person really examines themselves, they can find our what kind of environment would be best for them. For example, if a person has a learning disability, it might be better to go to a smaller school where it would be easier to ask questions and become closer with the professors. Also, the location of the school is an excellent thing to consider. I thought I wanted to be far away from my hometown, but once I left, I quickly became homesick. After I met new friends and started to become more outgoing, however, I was no longer feeling homesick. Once you choose the right school, it's important to get involved in on campus activities. They help you meet new people and help you feel more welcome and at home.

Make sure you take the time ot visit the school to make sure like the location and the enviroment. That is key when it comes to studying and feeling comfortable. Also look at the majors. A school that has a program just for your major usually makes the number of years less, which saves you money and means the program is stronger.