Villanova University Top Questions

Have fun and do what you want while you're here. It's the greatest four years of your life and it's already half over for me and I am so angry. Also, get a good fake I.D and STUDY ABROAD.

Be sure to visit the colleges. You will know almost instantly which school will be right for you. And be involved on campus. Take up activities and internships. Your schoolwork is extremely important, but the majority of your years in college shouldn't be spent in the library. There is more to life than your GPA.

follow your heart, and do what feels rights. dont let anyone tell you other wise

When you're searching for the college that is right for you, I definitely think that a visit is in order before you apply, and an overnight stay if possible. Before visiting Villanova, it was pretty low on my list of priorities. But after going to a few campus tours and spending a weekend here with a friend from home, I realized that I would fit in on campus the second I got here because I met so many people from similar backgrounds with similar interests. Academic reputation shouldn't be the be-all end-all when it comes to picking a college, because after all, this place is going to be your home away from home for four years. I think you should get in touch with an alumni or current student and ask for their opinion about their college experience because the propaganda that schools put out only tell you so much.

Go with your gut!

To parents and/or students in search of a college, I would recommend amply researching the schools you apply to and definitely visiting the college campus. When I visited college campuses, I found that some schools I thought were top on my list were not and visa versa. Visiting college campuses gave me a real idea of what the student body was like at the schools and help me decide which school was right for me. When I stepped foot at Villanova, I was immediately overcome by a sense of belonging, welcoming, and community which helped me choose Villanova as my school. At college, it is important to balance schoolwork with leisuretime and extracurriculars. I strongly recommend getting involved on campus. By doing so not only does the student make new friends, but he/she will also build connections for the future. Managing one's time is also extremely important to succeeding in college and enjoying oneself. Also, always remember that the college years are often the best years of one's life, so never sweat the small things, try your hardest, and have fun along the way!

The best piece of advice I can give to students is to find a college which not only meets your academic needs, but one that fulfills your living requirements. There are so many schools that offer great educational programs, but so few that meet comfortable living standards. Are you really willing to put up with a forced triple in an airconditionless shoebox of a room for 4 years just to say you graduated from a prestigious college?

Every college you even think about applying to will try to convince you that it is the best for you and your money. Weather you are looking for an Ivy League education or a community college experience, the most important factor to take into account is what you in particular are looking for when it comes to college. Visit the campus at least once. Talk to the students and teachers. Investigate the food choices. Ask about clubs of your interest. Check out the dorms, but realize that any dorm, particularly the ones roughly the size of closets, will take some getting used to. Concentrate on finding a good program in your major, but remember that it is normal to change your major and , in my case at least, more than once. Finally, as cliche as it may sound, you just have to go with your gut. If something feels wrong about a school, chances are there's something wrong. Enjoy the decision, and take your time. It could change your life.