Kansas State University Top Questions

Make the most of time you have at school, it passes too quickly. Get involved, extra cirricular, sports, jobs, friends, there is never a lack of things to get involved with. You will have a more satisifying time if you become involved.

Make sure you visit all the colleges that you're serious about going to. Ask lots of questions, especially of students. Student interaction during campus visits is key and very important to get a feel of what the school's really like.

PARENTS NEED TO REMEMBER THAT IT NEEDS TO BE THE STUDENTS CHOICE FOR THEIR REASONS, NOT THE PARENTS. STATE COLLEGES ARE WONDERFUL AND HAVE PLENTY OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TO FIND THEIR PLACE. A STUDENT NEEDS TO JUST FIND A COLLEGE AND CAMPUS THAT FEELS RIGHT TO THEM. ONCE THEY ARE THERE, THEN THEY CAN MAKE CHOICES TO HELP SCULPTURE THEIR FUTURE. MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE IS EASY....JUST BE YOURSELF, RELAX, TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME AND KEEP AN OPEN MIND TO CHANGE. MAKE COLLEGE FUN AS WELL AS KEEPING UP THE GRADES. TRY NEW THINGS, AND GET INVOLVED, THIS IS YOUR LAST OPPORTUNITY TO BE A "KID".

While official guided campus visits are a must, a self-guided tour of the campus and its facilities is just as important! Check out the library and walk through all its hidden rooms and tech areas, find the building you think you may spend the most time in and see if it is up to your standards. Notice the small details everywhere you go. Does the union have adequate food services, do you think this will matter to you in a year? Also, do not be afraid to venture out in the town to see what the surrounding area is like. Obviously your living arrangements are important so whether you plan to live on- or off- campus check out the off-campus housing in case you decide to move out during your academic career. If you will be on one side of campus for the majority of your time at the school see what housing options you have in that vacenity. Finally, visiting more than one college is very important because this gives you something to relate each experience to and gives you the ability to make comparions and rank different aspects of different schools.

When it comes to choosing the right college, I feel that you shouldn't have to compromise much. Everyone searching for a college has that special place in mind, so go for your dream! While on my college quest, I was looking for a safe, friendly, authentic and cohesive community that would take me in as part of the family. While searching, remember that you're essentially looking for your new home. How do you picture your new home? How is the school's reputation for education, academic recources, community involvement, jobs and living? Students: remember that your Parents have been in your shoes, even if they have not experienced college. They have had to make some big decisions, and obviously did well in that area if you are looking to further your future. My point is, your parents do have a lot of wisdom and really do want the absolute best for you. Listen to their advice and opinions, which you will not regret. Parents: keep doing what you do best. Support us! You know that we have big dreams and please don't doubt them. Love the way that we think big, but be realistic with us, too.

Looking at a lot of different types of schools and the communities that they are in is just at important as your major.

I would say make sure you check out the campus itself. Find out and do your research on the professors of your chosen university. Make sure that they want to help you learn. look into playing sports or clubs. I made a lot of friends through playing volleyball at the recreational center. also I work in a fun atmosphere where I have made friends that i will have forever

Make sure you are ready for the challenge of college so you can start and finish your goal.

Live on campus and get involved. Go on college visits and sit in on classes from your major. Visit with the dean of student life, visit a residence hall.

In the end most undergraduate programs are the same. So, if you are considering going to graduate school i would strongly encourage you to take the cheaper school choice, and save up for graduate school. Additionally, you should look at the extracuricular activites that are available at your college since that is where you are going to make the majority of your friendships. Finally, don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone when you choose your college. Only when you challenge yourself will you truly gain the knowledge that is necessary in the real world, and those are the skills you aren't going to learn in the classroom.