Howard University Top Questions

Parents and students should look for a school that offers a lot of opportunity. If they decide to change the field they want to go into that it is easy. It is better for students to go to a school that is close to a big city, because it is easier to find off campus housing and jobs. Look for a school that has a lot of networking opportunities and a great relationship with their alumni. Attending a school that is very socially active helps students find themselves and makes them more impressionable when applying for grad school, jobs, and internships.

To all parents and future college students, I encourage you to take time in making the decision of the college you or your child wants to attend. It is important that you look at all aspects of the school including scholarships, location, financial aid (if needed), social activites, and academic status. For the students, college is more than partying and escaping the supervision of your parents. It is a time when you start your journey on adulthood and find what it is you want to do for the rest of your life. That is why choosing the right school for you is so vital to your future. I advise you to visit the college campuses you desire to attend. Get a feel of the environment, because once you choose that school it will be extremely hard to transfer from if you change your mind. Make sure that the school provides all your academic/social needs, along with the community. For the parents, take a trip to the school to find out about the financial part. It is better to go in person than call over the phone. I wish you good luck in finding the shcool that best fist you.

My advice to students about finding the right college and making the most of their college experience, is simple: Stay focused, stay ahead, network, and live your life. Stay focused: Colleges and Universities are full of new opportunities and experiences. These institutions provide for personal as well as academic development. Stay focused academically and personally and you shall reap great rewards. Stay ahead: It is a dog-eat-dog world! I would advise that you stay ahead acedemically. Keeping up with your school work is key, as it only gets tougher and more comprehensive as you matriculate through your institution. Graduating with a high GPA will make you very competitive in the job market. Network. Sometimes it really is about who you know. Faculty and Alumni can be great resources when looking for a career post-graduation. Lastly, Live your Life!!!! This is the most simple of the four. This is a once in a lifetime experience. You will learn more about yourself than ever before and make life-long bonds. College can be one of the best experiences of your life so...ENJOY IT!

The advice I'd give for parents and/or students about finding the right college and making the most of their college experiences is to make sure the school is where you've ALWAYS wanted to go. A strong desire and passion to attend an institution will play a key role in your excelling academically and socially. Make sure this is the school that your friends, parents, or boyfriend/girlfriend had little to no influence on. Be sure to aim high, and go for your first choice. Choosing the right college for you is an exciting and memorable time. You will be spending the next 4+ years there. Take a look at the past (high school, home schooling..etc) and decide which school with make an impact on your future. Congratulations on your new endeavors and Good Luck!

First, I would suggest to all students to research and visit all of their school choices before attending. Many students end up not liking the school they pick because the atmosphere is not what they expected. If the student is not comfortable, chances are they will not be successful at the school. Second, I would encourage the student to consider any school, no matter the cost. There are many scholarships, grants, and loans available for continuing education here in the US as well as abroad. Finances should not hinder a student from attending the institution of their choice. There are many companies that focus on finding financial aid for families, and speaking to one could solve most financial issues. Last, I would let the student know that they should join extracurricular activities because they provide a balanced college experience as well as open many networking doors, which can provide more internship and career opportunities.

To parents I would advise to let their child be the one who decides where they choose to go. College is a time for kids to branch off and grow so they can be their own person, so parents should not hinder them. To a students, I would say to research the schools carefully and see which fits more to you and what you want to get out of it. In making the most of the college experience, be open to experience, meet new people, and have fun!

When it comes to choosing your college, start early! The longer you wait, the harder it will be. Choosing the college you are interested in can be difficult. The size of the campus and where it's located also have a huge impact on your decision. So it's best to visit the college, and imagine yourself in that setting. Applications can be tedious, so start them early as well. It's important to start looking for you college your freshmen year of highschool. This gives you time to make the best decision for yourself. Always apply to a few safe schools, schools you are certain you will be accepted into, but dont be afraid to apply to the school of your dreams. Paying for school can be difficult, seek out financial awards if you have not been offered any. Persistance with the financial adminstration insures "payoff." Lastly, Prioritize your agenda when you get to college. The social life can be consuming if you let it and it may be hard to stay focused. In general college can be the best or worst experience you've ever had. Make it the best!

My advice to parents and or prospectice collegfe students would be to first. visit the school/s that you're looking to attend to make sure that you are familiar with the environment and to see if you fit in that atmosphere. Parents I encourage you to support your child in their choices. Don't force your ideas and or thoughts upon them. Let them make the decision for themselves, especially if they're going out of town. They will already be scared so you putting extra pressure on them is not the best thing to do. The ultimate advice I would give to the student is, stay focused on the task at hand.

Choosing your undergraduate college is very important for one's growth and development. Things that one must consider are the cost of tuition and room and board, the availability of dorms for upper classmen, the availability of your major, retention rates, etc. Aside from the logistics, a student should talk to someone who went to the school to get a better understanding of the social life. They should visit the school, preferably with a current student, to see what the school is like on any given day. The student should also look into the social clubs that may interest them. Parents should be concerned about the surrounding area the campus is in, the safety of the dormitories and campus buildings, the campus police department, they should also look into transportation for the students and the campus' proximity to home.

Make sure that your child lives away from home so that they become more responsibly and emersed into their society without the interference of parental control. Allowing them to travel to attend college will prepare them for the future. Also let them choose their school of choice. Following your parent's footsteps is enough pressure.