Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Top Questions

Go with what your heart is telling you and don't second guess yourself. I knew Virginia Tech is were I needed to be even though I could have saved money going somewhere else.

Its all about the student. They have to pick the school where they feel the most comfortable and the most at home. The school should have a good program in what the student is interested in and be a place that the student can spend four years of their life and enjoy those four years and not regret their choice. Most importantly it just has to feel right, deep down in your gut it has to feel like home.

If you are fincially able the parents need to let the kids go were they want to learn to be there own person.

Please parents, let your children make the ultimate decision on where they want to go to college. If a student does not enjoy the college he or she is studying at, then studies and their experience is not what they want. Giving advice is important, but do not intentionally or unintentionally pick colleges that you as a parent could see yourself or your child going. Let your son or daughter choose where they could see themselves going. Also, do not be negative to the idea of transferring after the first semester or first year. They may have loved the school initially, but the students at the school can affect their love for the campus. And lastly, be open to the fact that they will want to take road trips and visit friends and come home in the first few weeks of the school year. Adapting can be hard. And just understand that and be open to travelling and adapting in their own way. Encourage joining fraternaties and sororities for socializing. Thank you.

Finding the right school doesnt have to to hit or miss and no second chances. And the final decision should be left up to the student and not forced by parents to attend a school that the student will not enjoy from the initial moment. If the student likes the campus and gets a good feel of the other students that are on campus then the student will effectively be able to succeed in school work. and even if after finding the "right" school and after a semester or a year it doesnt feel right the student is better suited to make a possible decision on transfering. from being at the "wrong" school he or she is knows what they do or dont like or comfortable with. The point is you wont know untill you try, so jump in and take a chance, and know that its not the end of the road but rather a begining of an adventure of building knowledge, friends, memories and experiences that you will never forget.

My advice would be to really consider what the student wants to get out of their college experience. While this may seem like a silly question with an obvious answer, but there are a lot of angles to consider, and by deciding on this the search will become much easier.

I would start by saying, look at places away from home. To experience the whole college atmosphere you need to feel like you are independant and on your own. When you visit a college take in everything, the people, the place, the academics, the sports. Look for a place that will offer it all, they are out there you just have to find them. Apply to all schools that you think will fit you the most and do not be discouraged if you get denied, they are losing out. To make the most out of college, I would suggesust a couple of things. First, get involved in campus groups. It's a great way to meet new people and get out and do things. Second, do yourself a favor and look into an on campus part-time job. This will provide income and a sense of giving back to the school. Last, have fun. Go out and socialize, college is not all about books. Go to sporting events and party responsibily. Enjoy yourself!

If you are from virginia then virginia tech is a great choice.

To be honest, I was concerned about going to college because I was not sure how well I would be able to interact and socialize with others around me. The truth is, Virginia Tech is a great place to be and I have more friends than I had ever imagined. We form groups on the week nights to study and work on upcoming classes, but we also have plenty of time to do all of the other activities on campus. For example, I play soccer, sing, and church. The person that wants to attend this school should definitely be a person that wants to excel in life and do well in the future. But You need to be able to study and work hard for your grades and you will go far here. But don?t worry. Also be ready to have the time of your life. You will create memories that will last a lifetime. In the end all I have to say is, Virginia Tech is a great school and if anyone is considering going here, they should. Their education and social life balance out and allow the student to be the best at what they can do.

Research as many colleges as you can and don't look at just the course catalog or the available extra-curricular activities. Those things are very important, but you should also look into the school's traditions, motto and principles. These are the things that will really help to match the student's personality and needs to the right school.