Saint Josephs College Top Questions

When one makes the next step to establishing a career in their lives, they decide whether or not to attend college or to take other subsequent steps. Consequently, I decided to take my education to the next level. I want to make myself better and more educated so that I can make a comfortable and good life for my future family and myself. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to be more motivated. I knew in my head that I had to go to college. However, I did not really feel so motivated about taking the next step. I had doubts and fears about going to college. I was nervous and completely afraid. Now, by experiencing what college is all about, I have realized that it is not as scary as I thought it would be. I have fit in well here, but I wish I had been more looking forward to it so that I could have prepared mentally and made a faster transition. Also, I could be helping my parents more with the expenses of college by convincing myself that everything will be fine.

When I was a high school senior, I was involved in sports clubs, academic clubs, and the National Honor Society. I barely slept, but I worked hard and earned the valedictorian spot at my high school. If I could go back and talk to myself, I would tell myself to learn to breathe and to apply to more schools. I would tell myself to stop using excuses, no matter how "valid" they seem. I know how easy it is to blame laziness on a crazy schedule, but that is not acceptable. Learn to budget your time more wisely so that you do not scramble to complete a project later. Once you are a junior in college, writing papers will get easier, but that does not mean that you should treat them with any less respect. Give yourself time to prepare a proper paper, and give it some time to edit. As far as procrastination goes, do not wait to do scholarship essays, and check the mail often. You missed a very big scholarship opportunity simply because you did not check the mail. If you would have checked your mail daily, you might not have to scramble for money this year.

To study more hardy in class so i can have a way better GPA. So i would not have to be looking for scholarships and loans. But the one one thing i would not want to change is to spend as much time with my friends before we graduated but i will never forget my class of 2009.

I would tell myself to work hard, but have fun while you are there. High school is an important time to learn about yourself and your potential. I would tell myself to stay highly involved in extracurriculars and my job, but to make more time for myself. I would also tell myself to make time for scholarship searches and financial planning. The most important advice I would give myself is to watch how I spend my money and save as much as possible. Money is important for books, gas to go home, supplies, and food items for the dorm. I wished I would have realized you dont have to have the best items in the world for your room. The true important expenses are books and supplies. These are just a few things I wished I knew back in high school.

Start early!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The right college for you will be the one that feels most like home. St. Joe's was not my first choice, but the closer I got to commiting, I felt most secure, the most likely to succeed, and there was a peace of mind after I registered. St. Joe's is far from perfect, but the academics, financial aid, and religious background has provided me with a good deal of comfort and ways to advance in my private life in a variety of ways. Find a school that supports your values and gives you what you need for your career.

The student must visit schools, stay with a student over the weekend to see what really goes on, and attend classes to view the teaching enviroment. Don't influence the student in thier decision. A student will find the school that fits them best weather it is big or small, close to home or far away. Unless the student is comfortable and feels at home at college they will have a hard time focusing on the things that matter most. To the student-- go to a school that you think you will actually want to live at for four years, because when classes get tough and testing days approach you will need to feel at home.

When looking for a college, don't just look at the brocure. Go to the school. Walk around and visit with the people there. Meet professors in your major. Talk to students in your major. Don't just meet the admissions worker. To get a great idea of the school you want to attend meet the people there. Consider everything when you are looking for a school that best fits you. Housing, classes, programs, athletics, outside of class activities, the city the school is in are all apart of the college experience that are very important. Don't settle. There is enough money out there in scholarships and financial aid to go to the school of your dreams. If you really want something, go get it. A school can take you wherever you want it to if you let it. Study and do well in school but don't forget to live life. You may get only on shot at this so don't blow it but don't forget to be yourself and live your dreams.

First thing to consider is in and out of state tuition. Usually it cost more if you choose a college out of state but if you stay instate you are usually able to get grants. Also, I would consider a school with adequate dorms and facilities. Go on an overnight visit and really get a chance to experience the campus life before you commit! Often times people don't do this and then are disappointed with their choice and often transfer. Another important thing is to make sure the school offers your desired major. Don't just pick a school because you "like it" but make sure it offers the degree you want. Another important thing to look for is available on and off campus jobs. This is important for the students that have to pay their own bills . Lastly, it is important to look for the amount of social interaction you are wanting. If you want a laid back atmosphere I would check out smaller school but if you want a fast and upbeat school, try larger. Remember every person is different and there's a school for you somewhere!

My advice to any student trying to find the right college would be visit as many schools as you possibly can. The more schools you look at the more options you have. Also walk around campus and stop as many students as possible and asked them about campus, about classes, about professors, finicaial aid as well as anything else you might want to know. After all the person who will give you a tour around campus is being paid by the school to recruit as many students as possible, they often will only highlight the best of the campus. You want to apply to a school that you feel welcome, after all it is going to be your new home a friendly student body is important, if students are unwilling to talk to you about campus it might not be the best place to go. meet with professors of the area of study you are interested in, get a feel for the professors and there work style. Finally select a school because it is where you found the most potental for yourself, not where your friends will be attending, college is about meeting new people and haveing new expirences.