Lake Forest College Top Questions

It will be alright. You will be happy, you will make friends, and you will figure out what you want to do with your life. Don't worry.

When students want to find a college that they will be satisfied with they should consider the location, size, and policies that they would prefer to work with. When deciding where to go to college, two things in proximity to the school should be considered. Students must know if they should realistically be far from or close to home. Do they or do they not care about what surrounds their campus? Do they want to go to a college near a city, in a city, or even near a town? Size is also important in two ways - in terms of population and in the actual physical sense of how big the campus is. Some students are better suited to small schools while others would prefer a large university, there are pros and cons for each that should be weighed. How big the campus is really does matter as well, because the student should know if they will need to walk or drive to their classes, practices, and events. Knowing the requirements the school has for choosing classes each year, and how many classes the college requires each year is important for undecided students and those certain of their major.

I think the greatest thing about the american college system is that you dont kneed to know what or where you want to go right away. You have the ability to change your mind. You can get a good education at almost any college as long as you apply your self. College is all about what you make of it, if you are open to new experances and people you will love college and get the most out of your experance.

Make sure it's affordable and has the right balance of fun and academics. When you visit college, have your parents drop you off by yourself in the middle of campus and walk around to see if you feel comfortable with your surroundings.

Figure out what you'd like to do beforehand.

I would advise students and parents to select a school where they feel comfortable, because this will allow them to be open to talking to peers and professors about any questions or concerns. A place where the environment seems healthy and as a place where they can learn and grow as a person. College isn't all about getting great grades (though helpful), it's about the whole experience - meeting new people, learning new ideas in class, viewing the world in a different light, and of course having fun as well. Don't let homework consume all of your time, yet don't let your friends pressure you into going out one night instead of finishing an important assignment. Find a college where you feel you can best thrive, whether it's at a small school in the suburbs, or a large school in a city. Where do you think you will learn the most about what you are interested in? Also, do they provide career services and counseling? Go to a college where you can be yourself and can feel comfortable. Don't go somewhere because your friends or parents, go to a place that feels BEST for YOU!

Think about what you want to study and make your decision based on academics.

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Don't obsess over your college hunt, you can always transfer.