Seattle University Top Questions

Students should visit the college as many times they can before deciding. If possible, the student should sit in on classes in both GE and in the program they intend to study. Students should seek the school that is strong in the area they want to study. They should also seek a strong program in the extra-curricular programs they are interested and most comfortable in. They should recognize the travel costs and living expenses of the area. It is important to find out about on and off campus housing and whether or not you will need a car or can walk/ride bike/bus, etc. All colleges are expensive. Seek any financial aide possible and see what kind of help you will get if you attend a certain college. Another important aspect is the weather. I almost changed schools because the weather is so depressing in Seattle. I am from California and I physically got depressed from the lack of sunshine. I have a strong base of friends and play on the soccer team so have decided to stay. Once you are going to college, take advantage of all the programs and extra-curricular events the school offers.

Determining a college is all about the environment. More or less, one can find an academic and athletic experience at any university. However, finding the right mix of peers and faculty is critical to the selection process. Also, even seemingly insignificant factors are essential such as the location and structure of the university. This involves being in a larger city, a suburb, or in a rural college town, but also describes the size of the campus itself, the landscaping, and the architecture. You will be seeing the same campus for four years, and it should be something you are willing to see for those four years and continue to love and cherish.

My advice would be, when you are ready for college, that's when you're ready to make the most of your college experience. That may sound silly but that was the best advice I gave myself. When you are pressured to choose a career, you tend to be forced to go towards a path that was not chosen by you. You end up being in college longer than you had expected. Your college experience has now "dragged" on longer than you wanted. I dropped out of school right after highschool and did not think college was the thing for me. As time went by, five years later, I realized that I was ready for college. I realized I was missing something in my life. I made the choice to go to college and it was the best decision and college experience that I had. I was able to enjoy what I was learning because by the time I made the decision to go back to school, I knew exactly what I wanted to do and I did not waste any time. I was able to focus and interact with other students with the same common interest.

My advice to parents and students who are trying to find the right college is to keep an open mind. Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you will make in your lifetime and more than anything you want to make sure that you will be happy attending that school. Everything that you will strive to do in your life ultimately comes back to making you happy. Choose a school based off of the qualities it will instill in you to strive for what you want in life. Success is not measured by the amount of money you make or the things you have experienced but rather your happiness with yourself. Make the most of your college experience by finding your nitch. Try new things so that you can further understand what you enjoy. Keep an open mind to schools and activities that you previously would have never given a second glance. You will be surprised how much you find out about yourself and how much you can grow in just a few years. A better understanding of yourself will help you attain the happiness and success you are seeking for yourself or for your child.

Honestly, I would just say to go with your gut instinct. It is usually right. I had no idea where I wanted to go, and I just went where it felt right. I do owe lots of money, but I am happy with my decision because my school is teaching me so much more than just my major. It really comes down to you as a person, and which school would fit you best. You meet people very similiar to you at your schools because of what drew you to the school in the first place. Good Luck! Always remember it is an adjustment, and if it really doesn't fit you, you can always transfer!

Take a tour of the school with a school guide, but also wander on your own. You have to get a feel for what it's like to walk around and be a part of the campus student body. Read up on the school mission and their goals in educating you, the student. When visiting the school, also make it a day to visit things near the campus. Is there a coffee shop near by? What's the neighborhood like surrounding the school? Are things walkable? These are things you should consider when deciding on a school. Don't get too caught up on deciding a major before starting college. When looking at colleges check what they're most known for and take that into account to what you as a student would like to focus on. Lastly sit in a class period (if possible.) Decide if you like small or large class sizes, whether or not it's an big deal if the professor knows you by name or only by number.

When searching for the right college for yourself or your child, don't be afraid to reach. There are tons of schools out there, across the country and around the world. If you find a school that you really love, but are afraid you wont get accepted, or won't be able to afford it, apply anyway! What have you got to lose? Most schools will work with you to help you pay for college, and there are tons of scholarships and grants to help you out. Sometimes the best way to pick a school is to visit the campus and talk to the students there--don't be afraid to reach out to them! They can tell you all about campus life, coursework, and many will share their stories with you. Finding the right college should be exciting, but don't be discouraged if it's difficult at times. No matter how fun college is, choosing a college is still a huge decision that will change your life forever, so take your time and explore all of your options.

The best advice I can give is to tour the campus and ask students who currently attend what they like and dislike about the university. I think parents should be helpful in the process but remember to leave the ultimate choice up to their child because it's a big life decision that I think a student should have to make for themselves. Check out financial aid things and make sure that the campus offers the extracurriculars and programs of interest for you. To make the most of the college experience, it is important to become involved in extracurricular activities and clubs where you have a chance to interact with the same students over the entire school year. Becoming part of orientation or campus tours is also very helpful in getting the most out of the college experience.

One of the important aspects of going to a univeristy is for one to know what type of enviroement he or she like to live in. I was unaware that I loved living in the city until I spent my freshman year at lifield collge, which is a great college academically but the small town living was not for me and that's when I realized that i need to live in a city.

Make sure that your school is an environmental, social and cultural fit for you. So often people say that what matters is the degree and not where you go, but location, atmosphere and makeup of your school has a huge impact on your experience. Don't look just for programs and on-campus activities; make sure that you will be comfortable in the city where your school is located.