Massachusetts College of Art and Design Top Questions

i would say look for a college that truelly fits not only the child personality, but understand the child goals , and are going to help them acomplish it........the school has to be afforable for parents and financial aid too

1.) visit the college 2.) ask people (teachers students alumni etc.) to figure out if they like the school or their opinion 3.) sit in classes

I would definetly do lots of research and visit as many campuses as possible. See what the events are on campus, get a feel for the type of people that go there. You're going to have to be living, eating, sleeping, working, creating in this environment! For an art school, this is especially important; these people will bleed and cry with you. You need to be around people that can help you through it! Also, get involved! I learned what my passion in life was through student leadership. Orientation leader, Resident Assistant, Student Government Offier, I did it all! I met great people, learned more about myself that I thought I ever would, and made a difference I never thought that I could. It has all inspired me in my work and my life. Finding that passion is the key to happiness. You may not know where you're going, but hopefully by the end you'll see the path that you've made. It will probably not happen the way you expected. But life's an adventure and sometimes the rockier path is the one you appreciate more.

its an art school what do you expect?

Do a lot of research, you don't want to regret where you go or what you end up doing.

Visit In-Person With & Without Your Parents For More Than One Day & Follow Your Heart.

Choose a school, not only because you like the campus, but becuase you're interested in majors it offers, whether you know exactly what you want to do or not. Never let the fear of not getting a job deter your decision. Definately go somewhere you're comfortable and somewhere that you think has a lot to offer to you. Once you're at the school, it comes down to decisions you make. College's have strict policies about being part of the community but that doesn't mean you can't socialize. Work as hard as you want; most of the time the more you put into something, the more you'll get out of it. Work hard, play hard.

Look for a smaller college in a larger college area. The best feeling is to feel apart of a smaller community but know that you have a whole city full of students that is your campus to explore. Although diversity might be intimidating, it can make some of the most accepting and interesting crowds that are full of people who can be long lasting friends. It also forces you to accept different people, backgrounds and cultures which is a good growing experience to lead you into the real world.

Go to a school that provides everything you want in a college experience, not just price. Your happiness is worth more than tuition. Besides, that's what loans are for.

Going to college is a huge desicion. The student should consider their talents. Would they want to persue one of their talents, or something that could help develop their talents? Once the student knows what to persue, they should search for schools, online or at college conventions, that specialize in that field. The student should apply to as many colleges as possible, because they may not get their first pick. Visiting the campuses helps give the student a feel of the environment they will attend. If the student gets accepted to more than one school, they should narrow their choices down by considering the overall costs of the schools, housing, environment, commuting, etc. Once the student makes a final choice, good luck! As far as being at the college, the student should make the most of their time by making friends, getting into activities (if possible), and studying hard. Goofing off in college is not the same as it is in high school. In college, there are almost no excuses, and the student could even be kicked out for goofing around. It's a waste of time and money to goof around, so focus and have fun!