George Mason University Top Questions

apply to more schools. even though i love it here, apply everywhere, keep your options open

I would probably tell myself week one will suck because your friend will die, but God will pull you through it and the rest will be awesome. It won't be easy, but you make a lot of friends, you find yourself, and it hopefully puts you on a good path. Also, make sure you watch when homework is due for classes and read your math book before class!

I would tell myself that George Mason is better than what you actually thought it would be, but try to visit more colleges to compare to George Mason so that you don't only have one opinion.

I would tell myself to truly work hard for what I am passionate for. I have regrettedly made some decisions that I wish I could have taken back, so if I had the chance to do it again, I would care more about my school work. I would also tell myself to manage my time and make time for things that I wanted to do. I learned that in college it is much more than academics and more about an experience and learning .

What you do at the college is important, not the college itself. I would say that choose a college that you can easily afford, or the one that gives you the best financial aid, but also choose a school that has abit of good reputation. Balance between financial aid and the school itself. Go to school, make lots of friends, and make sure to have fun while studying, because thats what really matters. You will be glad that you chose to go to your college if you have lots of fune and learn alot in the process. Good luck!

Make sure that this is the college for your child. When making a decision weigh out the pros and cons about for perfect school based on your expectations.

Picking the right university is a tough choice. Many students make the mistake of not looking through all their options and settleing for something familiar. We are lucky to live in a country with these many options for higher education and we should take advantage of these opportunities. Try to narrow down your choices, such as whether you would like the school to be in an urban or rural setting. Or, whether you prefer a large student body or one with 2,000 students. Even though, living on campus is more expensive and can be hard to adjust to, the college experience only happens once in a lifetime and will be worth the cost. But many students do not have this option. The university that I am attending is mostly a commuter school. I know of friends who simply go to class and leave campus as soon as their classes are over. They do not feel like a part of the school and their college experience can get quite lonely. This is why I recommend that students get involved in extracurriculars. There are plenty of clubs and intramurals. Get involved and do not be afraid to meet people.

Go to the campus and check it out. Reading about it is nothing like living it. Talk to the teachers and administrators. See how diverse it is, and the different way that one can learn. Check out their school activites, and organization...you must always find something that you can fit in!

My advice to parents and/or students about finding the right college would be to do your research on the school and when you get accepted, narrow your choices down and definitely visit the school. College open houses can tell you a lot about how campus life is. Everyone's standards are different concerning how far the school is from your home or financial circumstances but all you need is time to think it out. Do not rush your decision. I would say you can make the most of your college experience by attending all of the events possible and just getting involved. It's always good to go out even if you don't know anyone. That is how you meet people, by leaving your room. Even if it's just for a walk around campus, if the student body is friendly enough and welcoming, you can make new friends in an instant.

Make sure the student feels at home and in an environment that he or she can grow both intellectually and personally.