Minnesota State University-Mankato Top Questions

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When looking for a college you must look at what your interests and focuses are in life. From there explore as many options as possible so you have the chance to choose where you want to go in life, not be forced to one institution. Choosing a college can be scary, but do not hide from it. College is a great experience. You meet many friendly people and learn life lessons along the way through the school and the surronding community. Make sure the college best fits your needs and wants. The location of the school as well as what they can offer are huge factors in picking a school. Therefor you need to sit down and find out what it is you are seeking in life and match that with the college of your choice. One last thing, start looking early! This gives you more time to learn about many schools and debate the postives and negatives of each school. No one likes to be rushed. Time is precious, so do not waste the time you have.

Visit as many colleges as you can while you are choosing a school to go to and try to spend a night in the dorms that you think you want to live in. Go to as many events as you can to have fun and meet all kinds of people, but don't forget about you course work either.

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Don't go to a school just because you're friends are going there. College is the time for you to really grow up, and you'll learn who you really are. The friends I made here I will always know, and I can't imagine my life without them. Choosing your major early is really important, and will make your life so much easier! Also planning out the classes you will take each semester would help a lot.

My advise to any parent who's student is trying to find the correct school for them would be to trust their child?s instincts. In the end, it is the student who has to live at the school and if they aren't comfortable there, they are not going to be successful. The parent also needs to be supportive of their student's decisions and supportive of them while they are attending school. That is very important. My advice to any student is to be realistic about what they want and what they are really looking for out of college. Don't say what you think you are supposed to, what do you really want? Really think about it. Figure out what you want out of college and your experience and look for places that fit those criteria. Then visit the school and talk with the staff, but more importantly, try to find someone currently attending the school and talk to them and find out what the school is really like. Then, once you've made your decision, follow through with those goals. Have fun, make friends, and study hard. College is a great time in your life!

I would advise students when choosing the right college to take in the advice of others, but to follow their hearts and choose the right school for themselves. The first year of college is the most important and leaves an impression on you, so it is very important the student is making the decision for themselves and not someone else making the decision for them. The most important consequence to consider is the outcome of your future. You have been blessed with the privilege to attend college which many people cannot say, so take advantage of the opportunity of making your dreams come true. Live life with no regrets. I have found that the first year of college is the most valuable part in a student's college experience. I recommend that students have fun, meet new people, and get involved with school activites/groups because these are the things that will remain memorable throughout life. During the first year though, it is important to stay focus academically and not get too comfortable with the fun part of college because that may lead you down the wrong path.

I would definately pick a school that you will have fun at and get involved in activities outside of the classroom. Try to pick a school that will support the activities you do. For example if you like to ski or snowboard, try to go to a school out west or near a good resort. Look at all of your options before you make a decision and it is much easier if you know what you want to major in. I believe that I made my decision too fast and did not look to all my options.

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Be open minded and spend time visiting campuses. Remember that these visits are an investment in your future and not just trips for fun or a waist of time. Research your degree and check what your school choice has to offer you. Once you have chosen a school, make the most of it by becoming involved in areas of interest to you. Volunteer, participate in on campus and off campus activities and most of all remember that school is your full time job so devote time to it first!