University of Minnesota-Duluth Top Questions

I would say go with the atmosphere you feel most comfortable with. Go on campus tours during classes and see how everyone interacts with one another. If most people are smiling and friendly, it's probably a good atmosphere. Ask people around campus how they feel about attending that college and what they are learning about in their classes. To make the most of college you should get involved and meet new people. Talking to classmates is a really good way to get study groups going for those tests that are killer. Also getting involved in sports or intramural sports is also a good way to stay healthy while meeting new people and having a good time. Study hard, but take some time to let off steam whether it be at a party or just going to dinner with friends. The way I survive my school load is having fun as often as possible without having my grades affected by it. You learn to balance things out after the first semester.

Let the students decide!

Look at the professors and find one that is not only an expert in the field that you want to go into, but one who you can easily work with. A professor can be in the forefront of his field of study and still not teach you anything if they cannot effectively convey ideas in a way that you can understand them. As for the college experience, there are always people who enjoy doing the same things you do, so don't feel like you have to compromise just to have friends.

Whatever feel right. Go with your instinct

I would tell them to make a list of the top things that are important to the student. Choosing the right school is difficult, so try to take campus tours. This will allow you to see what the school has to offer academically, and you will also get a feel for the school. I would tell them to keep an open mind once they get to college. They should try to get to know people, ask questions, don't be afraid to join activities/clubs, and have some fun. I would let them know that most people in their position are going through the same transition and that sometimes it can be tough. It is easier when you have people to talk to who are going through the same thing. College is different than high school. It is up to you to go to class and your grades will reflect how hard you work. Finally, I would just make sure to tell them that nothing is set in stone. If you don't like your major, you can change it. You don't have to know what you want to be for the rest of your life right away.

Make sure you go and tour every school you are planning on attending. It would be a good idea to sit in on various types of classes. I started out at a small private school, and although I thought I wanted a small school, it ended up being much too small and much too involved in my life. So I moved to a public state school and it suits me much better. Don't be afraid to talk to people in class. Everyone wants to make friends, there just has to be those people that are willing to initiate conversation.

Make sure to visit colleges and apply early. A lot of schools use your application for housing and other purposes.

Find a location that you would want to live in

The first and most important thing to choosing the right school is to visit the schools that the student is interested in. The student must also consider the distance away from home, area the school is located, and the relevent coureswork or majors that the school offers. Getting to the point of visiting any school requires research and investigation, such as that from the internet. When visiting a school it is important to get the opinions of weathered students who know how things work around the school, can tell you who the best teachers are and how to be as successful as possible. The school to choose is then all up to the student, just put all the gathered information together and pick. When arriving at the school, making the room feel like home is crucial. The student should also remain at the college for the first few weekends to become integrated into the school. From then on it is all up to the student to work hard and have fun to get the most out of college. College is a stepping stone to the big-bad-world and should be a balance between courses and having a great time.

I would say visit the college. Get to know what it is you really want to get out of your college experiences. Find out what clubs and activities the campus offers and join them! Explore and get to know the city as well, because that is potentially the place you will live for the next four years. Once you start school, take time to experience the classes and find which ones are right for you. Study hard, but also have fun. Interact with all types of people and be open to new ideas. Have fun!!