Rhode Island College Top Questions

Use your gut instincts. You'll just know. Save everything--don't throw away any paperwork until you have your diploma :) Know what you're dealing with...talk to people on campus.

I would tell any person to look at the school before they pick it. They should ask as many questions as possible. Do not judge a book by its cover. Students should follow their hearts and not what is on papers.

The most important thing about choosing a college is taking the time to what suits you best. Listen to your gut! Your first instincts are usually right, especially when it comes to college. Many of the students that complain that they don't 'like college don't participate in college activities. Going to college is scary, but once you get there, branch out! You'll be glad you did. Make new friends, take this chance to just be yourself, and you will love where you are, no matter what college you attend. Join clubs that interest you, and most of all, have fun. Find out what restaurants or fun activities are in the area! Most cities are suited to university or college and host "College Nights" and other fun events for you to attend!

Parents listening to your children about there future and work together to make the college experence a good one. Take your time in finding the right college not just one that all your freinds are going to. Make sure you learn as much from your college as you possibly can. Enjoy college and make the best out of it.

I would tell both parents and students to start the college search as early as possible. Make visits to many different colleges in different areas, and get to know what different colleges are like. Do not wait until senior year to start looking for the right college. I would tell parents not to pressure the child too much, the child should make the final decision on where he or she wants to go. Make sure you know enough about the college, before you make the choice to attend!

Make sure they have your major and make sure they have career advisors of good quality so they can assist you with finding an internship and a job when you have completed your degree.

Really look at all your options, and don't rule out any schools because of financial reasons.

Finding the right college is having that immediate sense of home and belonging when you walk onto the campus. Somewhere you would feel comfortable starting your life as an adult on your own, but will still have the resources to give you a helping hand if you need it. I believe that finding the right college is like finding the right wedding dress, you just know. The right college is somewhere that you know will make you proud to say you chose it to help you further your education, and allow you to make the most of your experience.

Making the most of the college experience depends almost entirely on your state of mind. If you want to have fun, meet people, learn and experience new things, then you will. If you don't, you won't. Things will fall into place. Go with your gut and do what is right for YOU.

Find a college that you can see yourself happy at. Education is the top priority, but you also have to have fun, too. It's going to be the best years of your life.