University of Washington-Seattle Campus Top Questions

Don't worry about the "brand name" of the school. I know I wanted to attend a glamorous private school, or a popular public school, but once I looked around and looked closer, I found that the best school for me wasn't necessarily the one that's best for everyone else. Look for a place where you can really see yourself living and being happy.

I think visiting the college is highly recommended and try talking to some current students to find out what they like about the university. Make sure you find out if the school is more science/research focused or liberal arts focused because that matters in what school you'll want to choose. Also, make sure you can enjoy the surrounding city area, depending on if you're a city person or not, location (and the weather that frequents that area) will matter for your own well being. Also, check to see whether the department you are interested in (i.e. business, journalism, pre-med, etc.) is strong at the university you plan on attending.

If there is a particular major you are planning to study, make sure the school you apply to has that major. Also make sure you and your parents talk about the funding for your school, so you don't get stuck in your senior year with no funding and no money to pay for graduation.

I would advise students to talk to the college students to find out about what the experience at that respective institution is like. They will know from their experience what they enjoy and regret about their choice. Once you talk to about five different students at a college what they think of their school, you will start to get a good idea of what kind of place the institution is. I would highly reccommend the prospective-freshmen programs that many schools offer. I went as a prospective student to the programs offered by certain universities, and had a wonderful time meeting other prospective students and current students. Attending classes and hanging out on the campus for a day or two is really the best way to get a feel for how you'll do at that school.

When it comes to figuring out the "right" college, you probably know best. Are you the type that would feel most comfortable in the intimate community-atmosphere of a small campus, or enjoy the adventure and independence of a large one. It's definitely easier to get lost at a big university, however there are also a lot more choices (of both activities and degrees). Of course, you also want to keep in mind what academic programs appeal to you the most, and which colleges are strongest in their fields. The most important thing is to figure out what YOU want in a college. The best advice I can give to make the most of your experience is to get out there and try new things. Interested in swing dancing? Check out the club. Love movies about mad scientists? Be a research assistant or take a cinematography class. You never know what is going to strike a chord with you and there's no harming in finding out. You can join a dozen clubs and just stick with the ones you end up liking the most. Have fun! But don't forget to study, too.

Consider most factors when choosing the right college, but alsp keep an open mind.

I would tell parents and students to visit the campuses. Also, if there is any sort of program where the potential students could stay in the dorms overnight just to get a feel for how living there would be I would tell them to take advantage of that. Talk to students on campus about their experiences there. Figure out what you want most out of your experience and then ask the questions to determine if the school will offer all that you need it to.

I would have liked to participate in this scholarship process, however: "exploitation throughout the universe, in perpetuity" "each Survey participant irrevocably waives any and all so-called moral rights they may have" The phrases above eliminated my trust for the organization. Please change the way you think about your student customers.

As a parent, this is a challenging time to find the right position in your son or daughter?s life to be the support he or her needs. There are hundreds of different kinds of colleges, each with their strengths and unique focus in areas of academics. However, the most important aspect that parents and students can have a look at together when searching for a college, are the opportunities to find a community within the college student body. A living learning community often takes the form of residence halls, Greek system, and off-campus housing. The living learning community takes on the role that your family and high school had as a support system for your student. Your student will learn and grow as a young adult more from the people around them through exposure to diversity and life challenges than they will ever learn in the classroom. For the student, embrace this milestone as a chance to be open to challenging your values and beliefs. Put yourself out there and keep an open mind to learn from people that are different than you. You will get the most out of college from exploring outside your comfort zone.

Many factors need to be considered before students and parents make the crucial decision regarding college. The college application process is a confusing whirlwind. It seems like the student just started senior year when the time to submit the intent to enroll arrives. Each college offers unique perspectives and experiences; consequently, not each university is the right choice for each student. During this period, the student and family are bombarded with opinions surrounding college choice. However, the student needs to look at all the characteristics of the college as well as carefully examining her aspirations and personality. The most important thing is for the student to thoroughly research the school: the intended department, social activities, and quality of guest lectures, location, and general environment. This advice may sound trite or generic but looking back on my college experience the process of self-examination and cautious appraisal of the school is crucial. The college years should be exciting ones full of discovery and growth, but to be so, students need to chose the right school for them. Once there, students need to reach beyond their comfort zones and experience all the school has to offer.