Kent State University at Kent Top Questions

make sure your major is there, and that it is the one you want, not kinda want.

I never intended to go to college because i wasn't confident in myself so my bestfriend applied for me & i was accepted. it wasnt until i attended college that i realized this is where i'm supposed to be but its a struggle because my family has no money; my advice to parents would be save from the time theyre babies. for student i would say take academics seriously because when it come to school, grades are like money. If i could do it all over again, i would research colleges and take weather, diversity, sororities/fraternities, and distance from my home all into consideration. also, appreciate your opportunity to even be in school becasue its a blessing so make the most out of it. education is just as much a priviledge as it is a right so put in to it what you want out of it.

The advice I have for parents is to help guide their children in helping them find the right school. Keeping in contact with your son/daughter is also important. Even though they're 18 and technically an "adult," I believe that frequent calls and letters will let them know that you're there for any problems they may be going through. It's important to keep an interest in their lives and show that you care. As far as advice for students, make sure that you're mentally prepared to go to school. High school was difficult for me and I just wanted to take a break, that's okay. Just make sure you want to go and that you're ready. Research different schools to find one that fits your interests and style. Once you start attending school, make friends with people who are serious about education. There are always people who want to party too much or who aren't too serious. Make it a personal goal to make friends with people who have a healthy lifestyle and love learning and life. You will surely flourish and succeed if you believe in yourself and try hard!

There is no right or wrong choice when it comes to college selection. College is what you make it! Venture out of your comfort zone and make a lot of new friends and see how the other half lives. The most important thing to remember is to ALWAYS do your school work before going out with friends. College can be as easy as high school if you just make your work your first priority and stay on top of your assignments. Don't be a procrastinator! Be proactive and have fun! You can make college the best four years of your life if you just let loose and stay focused!

When searching for the right college for you or your child, it is always important to research all of your options. See what schools would be the best financial value for your family, including schools that are known to give out a lot of financial aid and scholarships to students. It is also important that prospective students feel comfortable with a campus since they will be on it just about everyday for 4 years. It's good to know the kinds of social groups and events that make the campus stand out above others. If you are interested in sports, see what kind of recreational services are provided, what the school's sport records are and what inturmural sports are on campus. The same goes with music, arts, theater, politics, student media and any other sort of activity the student is interested in. Remember, college is just as good as you make it and deciding what college or university to attend is the first step in the process of making a better future for yourself or for your child.

Just go with your instincts and heart. Pick the school that seems right for you and your interests, and everything else will fall into place.

Vist campus before making a decision.

The best advice I have is to definitely make a college visit. It's true that as soon as you get to the "right" campus, you'll know it. Go when all classes are in session...summer sessions tend to have less students on campus.

For students and parents starting the college journey, when selecting the right college, it is important that both parties be involved. The student and parent should both sit down and make lists of what is important to them when selecting a college. For example, small vs. large campus, distance from home, academic programs, etc. Through those, you should be able to narrow down your choices to choose the school that has the most matches to your list. Also, its a good idea to choose what will make you happy, not because a bunch of your friends are going there or your parents went there. When making the most of the college experience, I would advise you to take advantage of every opportunity to do something new, to expand your knowledge, and to meet new people. By doing this, you will be giving yourself the opportunity to add new dimensions to your college experience that will enhance it and you will be able to look back and say, "I'm glad I decided to step out of the box and try something different while I was in college." Because it will help you in the long run in your future endeavors.

"What you put into college is what you will get out of it.? Ultimately it does not matter which college you end up at. The more effort you put into college the more you will get out of the experience. This is that attitude you must walk into college with. You do not have to change WHO you are; college is going to be what you want it to be. The level of success you are going to reach is going to be an outcome of all your actions. Don?t ever let anyone convince you that you need to change the person you are. Be comfortable in your own skin: know who you are, what you want, and devise a plan to attain that goal. "Most people don?t plan to fail?but fail to plan.? College is a test of how much self-discipline you have, both socially and academically- learn the importance of time management! And academically speaking, PROCTECT YOUR GPA. Your first semester is your most important, it will become the backbone of your education...start off strong. It is up to you to make this experience happen.