Kent State University at Kent Top Questions

The advice I would give is to just follow your own desires and not worry about impressing anyone else. The choice you make is an important one that you need to think about seriously. You need to be excited when you think about the school you choose and not dreading it. Every school has great things to offer, you need to find the one that best suites you, your lifestyle, and your career goals.

To find the right school for you, you must seek out many different schools. Take the time to go on tours and see what is out there. You may be suprised at the choices you have, and you also may be suprised that the school you thought you wanted to go to isn't really the best one out there for you. Ask as many questions as you feel necessary, because there is no such thing as a bad question. Once you believe you have chosen the right school for you, make sure to be outgoing and try to meet as many people as you can. When you know more people, it is easier to make the most of your college experience. It is also important to get involved at your college. Being a part of a group is a very gratifying experience, and it also gives you different opportunities during the day and evening. College is an experience that you can make or break. It is up to you whether or not you have a good colege experience, so enjoy it because it shapes your future.

The Student and Parents really need to go visit a wide variety of schools. Do some research and narrow it down the schools you really want to go see. If you know what you want to study then research the top schools for your field of study. Some students have a hard time being far from home so if that's a problem it needs to be considered. Although being one of those students I would recommend being close enough to get home but far enough that you don't depend too much on going home. The Student needs to find their place at school and enjoy the experience!

As far as finding the right college, go with what you feel is best and fits you. If you feel right when you take a visit and it has a great program for what ever you chose to major in, go for it! By making the most of your college experience, get out there and join school clubs and become involed. This is a great way to meet new friends. Also go out with some friends and explore the area around your campus. You never know what kind of new places you can find to go eat or hang out at. One more piece of advice, do not overload your class schedule too much, make sure you leave some room for relaxation and fun.

I would tell them to not rush. There are so many different types of schools out there. Go on as many college visits as you can and when you go, go during a regular school day. This lets you get the feel of how the school really is. Try not to base your decision on how much the school costs. There are many ways to pay for school. Once you find the school you like, go out and try to get involved. Most schools have many programs, so find the one that interests you. Once you do that the friends will just naturally come. If you are having trouble at first, give it time! I know many people that gave it one semester or a year and decided to go home. Believe me it gets better. It really is hard to adjust for most people, but by your second year you usually know where you fit in.

The advice I would give future parents/students about finding the right college is make sure its somewhere the students really wants to go. Don't go somewhere just because your parents want you too or your best friends/boyfriend going. Choose your college wisely because your going to be the one thats going to be there for four years or more. Also thats the collge your going to have to write on your resume' in the future and you want to be proud of the choice you choose not the one your friend or parent choose for you.

Explore all options when finding the right college. Going on college visits and getting a feel for the atmosphere will make it easier to find one that suits you best. Be sure to make sure they have plenty of options that tie in with your intended major, as well as looking into job placement after graduation.

"We need to ensure that our students think of their education as more than a means to the good life. It is our responsibility to make sure that they view their education as a means to make a difference..." -Tom Brokaw

VISIT the college you plan to attend, research what you want to major/ have a career in and make sure your school of choice has the program and credentials for the program in order for you to be happy there. So if the school is known for IT, you probably would not go there to major in fashion. Also, make sure if you pick a rural/city campus that you like that setting and are prepared to travel properly for that area and that you can afford to live as comfortably as you can. It is not fun to be stressed about money, and you probably still will be; however, save and be smart! Also, remember to have fun with this great experience! Good Luck!

The advice I would offer to parents and their children when trying to find the right college, is to feel that the college they chose will fulfill their child's ambition. Every adolecent has the idea that college is about having a social life and living on their own. Although those are minor details in a college experience, however parents want to make sure that the college offers a good education for the major of their choice, and that resources are available through that university. Such as, financial aid, tutoring, security, and extracurricular programs. Those are the most important factors in choosing a college.