Barton College Top Questions

Looking back, I would suggest to myself, "Stay on top of your work at all times. If you don't work you don't eat. Stay focused on your goals and keep your eyes on the prize. Don't compromise with procrastination or distractions. That does not mean that you can't have a break or have time to have fun, but remember what you are there for."

The only thing I would change is I would have started back to school about ten years earlier than I did. I knew what I wanted to do after high school and actually got my associates degree in criminal justice. At the time social work was only offered during the day. I have to work. During the time between starting to school I worked and did a lot of volunteer work in social work areas. The experience gave me more of a realistic perspective , that I actuall did want to further my education in social work. I believe things work out when they are supposed to.

Always do the best you can with what you have, where you are because you never know where it might lead you. There are connections everywhere and you never know where you may end up. Make your choices based off of what you want instead of what someon else wants. It's your life and you only live once. Try to save up as much money as you can, so you have something saved up after graduation.

In country music singer Brad Paisley's words,"If I could write a letter to me," I would definately tell myself not to be worried or scared of the college experience. I had so many people tell me to buckle down and be ready for non stop studying and paper writing. Yes, studying and paper writing is a part of college life, but college is more about learning and discovering more about yourself and your abilities to get a job done. In high school, teachers were constantly reminding students to do their work, etc., but in college, students must complete the job themselves if they want to succeed. I enjoy this because a student usually ends up in a class that is full of students that are ready to learn. High school students do not need to fear college or the college experience, they need to look forward to learning more about themselves and entering this new phase of their lives.

Some advice I would give about finding the right college is to visit the campus, talk to admission counselors, go to some of the campus events before enrolling in the college. Try to talk to students who went to the college before and stay in contact with the business office because they handle alot of your information. Also attend orientation because you get to meet alot of people in your class. To make the most of the college experience talk to your professors, don't br afraid to ask questions, and get to know your peers. Also participate in campus events and trips. Overall college is what you make out of it but overall don't forget to study, eat properly, and get plenty of sleep. Also use campus resources such as writing center, computer labs, health center, and counseling if needed.

Although selecting the college of your choice may seem easy, it can be very difficult. I found myself struggling between three colleges of my choice, but am so glad with the decision I made. The best advice I can give to anyone who is having trouble or is curious on how to choose the right college, is to tour the campus and ask yourself if you can really see yourself going there. Only you can be the judge of what you truely want in your college experience. The best way to make the most out of your college experience, is to just simply be open to meeting new people and getting involved! Even if you don't play a sport or want to join a fraternity/sorority, there are other options such as intramural sports, clubs, and other campus activities that help bring students together in the college community. Not only will being involved allow you to meet other people, but it will allow you to enjoy your college experience as well.

When searching for colleges to attend always put education first, then location or social life second. Always pay attention to a schools reputaion when it comes to your major.

College is what you make it. I had heard this before I went to school from numerous people. I actually found a lot of truth in this statement. A student can make college exciting by making new friends and doing well, or he or she can make college miserable by sitting in his or her dorm room and becoming depressed. My advice for choosing a college is visit the campus and meet the residents of the college. Afterall, the students are the ones that can give you the REAL experiences and background of that particular college. For parents, being supportive of your child's decision of where he or she wants to attend college is critical. I mean in the long run, the child is the one who has to deal with the college for the next four years. Finding the right college is different for everyone, but for me, I knew I wanted a small college and a small professor to student ratio to gain more attention with my studies. These are things that should be thought about previously and researched before choosing a college.

Be sure to visit the college before you accept the offer to attend or even apply. Make sure that its the type of enivornment that you can succeed in.

Visit the campus before deciding, speak with alumi, current students, get max finacial aide,being open minded, thinking outside box, ensure school will meet both academic and personal desires, diverse student and faculty population

My advice would be to tour the campus, talk to current students or alumni about their experience, talk with professors in the department in which the student is interested, know what kind of environment is best for the student to learn in, whether it be a big environment or a small environment. I tried a big university and found that it was too big and when I came to a smaller college I was very pleased with my experience a lot better.

Make sure you pick a school with a community your child would enjoy. Make sure you know what activities and places there are in the city or town you decide to go to, because that is a huge factor in what your child's going to be doing in their social life while they are there at college.

Choosing where you want to go to college at is a very important decision that should not be taken lightly. My advice to all of the students and parents out there searching for the right college is to actually visit and take the time to learn about the good and bad things about each school your interested in. If you know what you want to do or what you want to major in, you should talk to a student who currently attends the college and see what they think about it. Some colleges may look pretty good when your listening to the orientation leaders or counselors, but are not what they seem after they have your money. Secondly, once you are in college it is important to have time management skills to organize yourself and to juggle sports, classes, and your social life. Getting involved in some type of club or organization is the key to meeting people and will help you to make the most of your colege experience while having fun. Don't be afraid to meet new people and to ask for help when you need it.

You need to research the schools you plan to attend early in advance of applying. Arrange campus visits to get a taste of what the campus looks and feels like to the student.

They should visit campus if possible. I am a parent of two children who both attended and graduated from ollege and I feel that because they each visited the schools it enabled them to chose the best school for them. I was not able to visit before deciding but felt comfortable with my decsion and now that I am here I am sure I made the right decision in picking Barton.

If you want your child to have an amazing college experience, make sure that they are happy with the place in which the college is located. I would have to say that the environment around you is much more important than people may think. If you enjoy the location, you shouldn't have any problem adjusting to college life and making friends, as well as being successful in your classes.

My best advice is to look for what you want your major to be and see how well the department is known at the school. Also ask current students about the social life to find out what there is to do, because students are the best resources, since the staff just wants people to come.

When being on the search for the "right" college, always make sure that the one you end up choosing is one where you feel like it could be considered a second home. Once you're there, enjoy it to the fullest, because as much as you could do it again, it's tough the first time around. Education first, then the rest later. Your priority is your education, that's how you make it far in life. Get involved in school activities, clubs/organizations, and interact with the people around you. I know I don't regret choosing my school because they are my second family, and they're always with me, even though I've only known them for less than a year, and that's how it should be with you too. Remember to have fun and live your life, but always be smart about the things you do, because in the end, it'll always come back to you one way or another.

Make sure that your college choice fits your personality. Ensure that you know what you want from college and what you can give.

Don't just look at the college for the party life and such look for what the college offers. My mother always told me that you will have time to party after you finish.