University of Wisconsin-Parkside Top Questions

Students need to find a college that will have one of the best programs for their intended major. Sports, recreational activities, friends, and social events are all very important to the college experience, but it's the education the student will recieve that matters the most. It's the reason they are going to college in the first place. Find a school where the professors are known to be hard on students and push them to do their best. Don't treat college like high school. No one is forced to be in college. Do your work. Show up to class or pick another career path. Pick a college that is diverse from your pre-college schools or your town. If you've gone to religious schools, try a public college. If you live in the country, go to college in a city and vice versa. Try another state. This is your chance to learn to accociate and become comfortable with people who are very different from you. Get involved in campus. Join a club or just speak up in class often. Students can learn more from their peers than their professors. And don't be afraid to ask questions.

Be honest with yourself, parents and students alike. If you are not ready for more school be honest and share this fact. You can go to school in a few years if attending now is not a possibility. Be realistic about the money for attending the school of your choice. Housing and expenses will run from $1,000.- to more than $5,000.- per month. Tuition will be another $8,000.- per two semester year. Some states have progressive programs that work with the military to provide funds for school as well as tuition reembursement. Do not give up or loose hope. If you do decide to go to school you should feel only the pressure to succede with every possible access to any help you will need. I was unable to attend college right out of high school because I ran out of money. The military has helped me gain the strength to follow through on my subjects, as well as helping with money to attend. Do not forget your family. They will be the ones you seek when you have concerns. Write to your students often and send money. Thanks Mom and Dad

My advice to those looking for a college is to approach it with an open mind. Even if they know exactly what they want to do they shouldn?t be afraid to try different classes that are not related to their desired major. The classes may open their eyes to other careers they did not know exist. For those who are undecided about what they wish to pursue, taking general education classes can really help them discover where their interest lays. To get the ultimate college experience people should become involved in campus activities. This will allow them to meet new people and develop life long friendships as well as providing them with many opportunities.

Research, research, research! Yes, before even visiting the school make sure you do your homework and research the school. See what programs they offer, the tuition, class size and scholarships that are offered. Then make a list of the top ten schools and narrow it down to the smallest number. Next, schedule an appointment to visit the classes that would best interest you just to get a feel of what the atmosphere is like and even what your next professor might be like. Remember, do not base your decision on just one bad or one good experience. When you finally start living "college life" make sure you get involved in a club that interests you. You may just end up making tons of friends during your first week of school! In the long run this will definitely look good on your resume, and well isn't that what we want? Get involved in areas that will give you the experience you need for your next possible job. No one will mind if you did not join the art club if what you want to be is a Social Worker. Instead join the Sociology Club. Bottom line, research and get involved.

I beleive when choosing a college that one should consider three main areas; 1) Degree, when looking for a school one should always do their research to make sure the college they are applying to will have the courses that they need for their major. 2) Location, how far away from home is one willing to travel. and 3) Money, one should always do research on how much money they will need to be in the college of their choosing. One will need to look up the dorm prices, or housing outside of school prices, or gas prices for those who choose to commute. Also how much a semester is and meal plans. To make the most of college i would just suggest to find new friends that have the same interest, there are many ways in doing so by attending orientation when one frirst starts or joining any type of extra-curricular activity that one might have an interest for. Also by finding a study buddy for a class that one might have. Many new friends will include one in their plans with their friends which in turn can become one's friends as well.

Finding the right school is not easy and there are many, many things to concider. First find out these10 things about the school(s) you are concidering: 1.) Does the schools overall teaching style/discipline match that of the student's ability to learn? 2.) Is lab equipment up to date and is it available to individules or small groups? 3.) Are programs or degree offerings expected to be added/removed that you may be interested in.? 4.) How well are credits expected to transfer to or from the school? 5.) What non-credit tuition costs may incured as part of the total cost of attendance; like meals, supplies, and/or on-campus activities or entertainment, parking fees etc.. ? 6.) Availability of courses: Are all courses available every semester or are some offered occasionally? 7.) How do other students perceive the school? 8.) How well does the school provide accessibility for special needs? 9.) What types of Financial Aid is the institution granted to dispurse? 10.) How big is the campus? Could there be scheduling conflicts due to on-campus transit times. This is a decision that the student must make, that fits within the budget of whomever is paying.

i would advise prospective students and parents to do some research about any college itself. Get to know the professors, their backgrounds and teaching styles if you can. Get a feel for the campus itself since all colleges have visiting opportunities and usually provide guided tours. Be sure to get familiar with the surroundings (city vs. urban) and keep that in mind in your decision-making process. Check out all the sports and/or clubs that the college has to offer that might fit your lifestyle as well as the location's facilities. Does it have a pool? A gym? How are the residence halls? Is there a qualified center for health services? The truth is, this will be your home away from home for the next four years (or more) and these things are all important to making the College experience work for you.

My advice that I would give about finding the right college would be to figure out what school would be the best choice both on an academic basis, but also school environment . It is important to be involved with school functions and activities, because it keeps you engaged in the school atmosphere and your fellow students. It makes the college experience a more eventful experience.

The best advice I can give would be to look at all aspects of each college you visit. I found that my campus not only has a dedicated staff, but a beautiful campus, diverse students, and a strong tie to the community. Looking at only one aspect of a campus might lead you to make a decision too quick, one you will regret later. Also, llok for a college that doesn't only specialize in one field. Find a school that offers many classes so that you can go outside your comfort zone. If you are a Physics major take a theatre class! Find a school that will not only educate you for a future job, but also for life. What I can say for when you get to your campus? Get involved! Many campuses have hundereds of student organizations and if your school doesn't have one that you would like to join, create it your self. Your advisors and professors are there to make this the best learning experience for you. On that note, talk to your professors. Most love what they do and will be more than willing to help you. But most important, HAVE FUN!

In order to pick the perfect college a person needs to set their priorities straight and really think about how they balance their time. First students should sit down with their parents and talk about what they want to accomplish in life and how they want to go about doing that. After doing that I would recommend really looking at your study habits and social practices to further narrow down possible colleges to attend. Balancing time is also another crucial aspect when picking a college and with that comes the environment of the college and its surroundings. Take it slow and explore your options. Go take a tour of the university and look around find someone on campus that reminds you of yourself. If you find yourself then you know you'll fit right in.