University of California-Los Angeles Top Questions

Nice school. Convenient Surroudings

Word hard and have a satisfying social life, you dont want to regret anything

make friends. get help. have fun.

I would advise students to try and pick the college that would be the best fit for them. Try to visit the schools you are interested in and do your research on what kind of programs, courses, and clubs they offer. College is a once in a life time experience and everyone deserves to be at a college where they can flourish. It doesn't matter the name and repuation of the school. What matters is that you make it the best experience for YOU! To make the most out of one's college experience I would say be open to new things. Try to meet new people, talk to professors, join clubs, try things you would never do before. College is only four years and it goes by really fast. Get the most out of it while you can!

Know that mostly everything you learn in college are actually important. Pick the school that you feel most at home with during your visits there.

As words of advice, I would encourage all students to explore their interests and opportunities because UCLA has so much to offer. Do not let negative criticism stop you from doing what you want to do. As clich? as it sounds, college is only 4 years and once a lifetime, let?s not have regrets. When choosing the right college, I always say costs shouldn?t be a primary factor in choosing a school. The way I see it, even if you have to take out student loans, it will teach the student early on a little about financial responsibility. The interest rates and terms are typically favorable. With that in mind, I?d say the best way to choose a school is by looking at which school provides the best social and academic opportunities during their tenure as a student and what to opportunities are available post-graduation. Basically, in America, we?re a land of opportunity, so I?d say choose the school that maximizes it. If I have learned one thing about decision making, cost and benefit analysis is pretty effective method.

Take your time and choose carefully because you're going to be stuck there for four years of your life, minimum.

Definitely visit the campus and get a feel for the students attending to see whether or not you would be happy there, do not go based solely on the rankings.

One of the best pieces of advice I recieved when I was leaving for college is that you can go to school anywhere, but you should always "end up in that place where you want to be." UCLA gives me opportunity to grow as a person and move towards goals that I have for my future. Only in Los Angeles am I able to go to school, work, and meet people who want to not only learn for the present but also for the future. I am given ample chances to intern and attend classes without being overwhelmed. The people I meet become friends that I love. The more time I spend at UCLA I see that I don't need to worry about ending up "somewhere where I want to be" because I'm already here in Los Angeles.

One important thing a high school student should do before applying to a university is to visit that prospective university. Knowing about the university and its surroundings will influence your final decision. Also, have fun in college. No matter where one ends up , they can have a great college experience. The key is to not limit one's self upon reaching college.