Southern Polytechnic State University Top Questions

First of all, I would encourage all prospective students to try and figure out what kind of career they are interested in having after college is completed. Next, I think all students that are recieving financial aid and their guardians should become very familiar with everything about financial aid. Students definitely need to visit different college campuses to try and get a feel for the college and see if they would like it or not. Try and narrow down your college search by taking into consideration campus size, social and job opportunites, and quality of instruction. In regards to making the most of the college experience, the only piece of advice I can give is, college is only as good as you make it so stay engaged in your classes, study, but definitely be sure to make lots of friends and have a social life.

Research is key, make sure you know what the school offer in every aspect

Try to think about not only where you want to be now, but also what direction you want your life to take for the future. Then think about the school you are considering and if it can take you there. Choosing the right school can make a huge difference not only in your success, but also personal happiness. Think about it! It's your life! If I has considered more of my personal values instead of just the major I wanted to pursue I would have attended another college in another part of the country.

I would tell parents and/or students to really make a list of what you want out of your time spent in college. It is key to choose a college that will fully prepare you for your field of choice. It is also helpful to look at a college's placement rate for jobs following graduation, after all that is why we attend college. The experience that you recieve in college is something that you will always have with you, so get involved. Staying active in a healthy way on campus makes you into a well rounded individual. The key to college is do your best and don't hide who you are. College is that time in life where you can step out of your shell because people accept you for who you are. Therefore have good healthy fun balanced with maintaining a good GPA.

My advice would be to look at the size of the college and the area surrounding the college and figure out if that student will fit in and be comfortable in that environment. Look and see if that college has a good history and high job rate after graduating and see if the college has the particular major the student is interested in. Find out about the living situations on campus as well because some dorms aren't that good.

my advis would be, to go in with an open mind. and have fun as well. But also be serouis in your studies. This is the most improtant thing to do in you child's life. parents be by your child side every step of the way.

I suggest on attending a smaller university just starting out with your college experience like I did before going on to a larger univeristy. It will be easier to get more feedback from professors and peers and you'll become a better student in the process. Also make sure to enjoy this great experience in your life you are given.

I believe that the best advice I ever got regarding finding the right college was to just take my time with it. Too many students get caught up with the hustle and bustle of graduating from high school and being told that they need to hurry up and find a college so that they can continue their education that they don't take the time to seriously consider their choices. This can make the whole experience more of an ordeal and considerably less fun and exciting. Take your time, weigh your options, and even talk to people that personally know the school you are looking at and I guarentee it will be much more enjoyable. I would also reccomend that if you are debating between colleges and you can't really decide just go with the one that is your first instinct. Today transferring between colleges and carrying over your credits is a process that is, while not easy, fairly straightforward. If you go into a college and decide it isn't where you want to be, simply finish the semester and transfer over to another college. Many students at SPSU use this technique to boost themselves into Georgia Tech.

Patience is the key for success.

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