University of Alaska Southeast Top Questions

I chose having a family and starting a career before finishing my AA degree and moving on to my BS degree. I feel that the college experience has given me the right tools and resources to make my career choice a successful one. Through the knowledge and flexibility of professors and the option to attend via online, I have been able to overcome the challenges of being a full-time state employee, single mother of two and a full-time college student while still accomplishing honor status within the school. Attending a 2-year college before transferring to a 4-year college proved valuable in re-orienting myself into a school setting. Although the two universities are quite different in teaching, deadlines and grading scales, the 2-year college professors prepared me to be successful at the higher institution.

It definitely has taught me to manage my time better and the consequences of not doing so. I've become more self-motivated to do things and I'm realizing the benefit of studying hard as opposed to high school where good grades came easily. I've made a lot of new friends interested in similar things as me; I have joined clubs and organizations; I find the college environment much more fitting for me than high school was. I enjoy the atmosphere where people go to classes because they have chosen to further their education; they are not being forced to attend and therefore, I find that there's a lot less annoying knaves in my classes... for lack of a better term.

My college experience finally provided the training I need to become good at what I wanted to do. Starting out from home in an institution designed for learning has made the transition into the working world much easier.

I have gotten a better understanding of school practices and a greater knowledge of how businesses work and run in today society. It has also been valuable to attend for I have been able to strengthen my math, writing and reading skills along with gaining a greater knowledge accounting practices which has helped me gain better jobs in the work force of today. I also feel it has been valuable to attend college to strengthen my work ethics and become a part of the local community of southeast Alaska. Having served my country before I feel gaining a greater knowledge only helps to serve me and my country by making me a better more equipped person for today?s challenges and makes me a greater asset to society, one who can contribute to the great good of everyone.

Stay in school! Stay the course! Don't get knocked up/impregnate anyone else until you are absolutely sure that you are not college material because it takes a lifetime to finish once you have kids of your own. Try everything at least once, but don't be stupid about it. Do your homework. Get involved in clubs and volunteering. Study hard. Contribute in class. Help your fellow students to gain confidence. It will come back to you in spades. Most valuable advice: Transfering between institutions NEVER works out to your advantage, so make sure you find a school that you can live with before you assume the debt to go there!

It?s 1980 and I'm about to graduate. I have my whole life ahead of me. Choosing to attend college will be hard but truly worth it in the end. It requires hard work, strong desire to succeed, dedication and discipline even when faced with the adversity and challenges of college life. You are strong, you are smart, and you have the ability to meet this new life's journey. Set a goal and work towards it. In the end you will have developed skills that will benefit you, your family, and the community. Making the choice is the first step. Once you do make that decision everything will fall into place. You will find there are many individuals that will help you along the way. They will be there whether it is to help guide you in the right direction, help you with an assignment, and to even set you in the right direction financially. College is not only a challenge but it?s a gift that you will share the rest of your life in your new journey to make a difference.

Just breathe, it is a huge choice but you are ready for it. You are meant to go here and be here and it's going to turn out to be the best decision you've made for yourself. Make sure you focus and take lots of notes!

Learn more about how majors and degrees work. Look more into scholarships too. College can actually be really simple, but when you're in high school and you don't know anybody in college it can be mysterious and sometimes confusing.

Finding the right college isn't just one choice, it's a life-changing decision. For me, UAS fits because it's small and has all of the academic resources that I need. The class sizes are small and everyone has a smile on their face. That is what works for me, and that is the college experience that I have chosen for myself. For another student, the situation may be entirely different. The most important thing to keep in mind, however is that these are the best years of your life, and far too many people party those years away. For this reason, a nice, well-balanced university is generally the best choice. It is easy to get preoccupied with partying, and a nice party every once in a while rarely hurts a responsible student, but the choices you make in college truly do follow you for the rest of your life.

Academics are important, and because they should come first, a lot of components go into finding the right college. Look at extra-curricular activities, the climate region and the social aspect. Many invidiauls can either fail or succeed based on his or her surroundings while at college. Make sure that the university you are choosing will help you excel, not falter. If you want to play sports, make sure that you find a university that caters to that need. If you think you may be distracted in a place that is less than a mile from the beach and always 90 degrees, pick a different region. If you think you will become distracted in a large school with lots of on-going social options, choose a smaller school. Remember that the faculty is there to help you. If you feel that you need help in any aspect, do not hesitate to ask. Your academic supporters can solve issues faster and easier than you think. Most importantly: choose a university that can help you excel, but will also encourage new experiences and offer adventures in abundance! Remember to have fun! College is a time for spiritual growth and life-long memories.