Bellarmine University Top Questions

Deciding where I was going to attend college was the the toughest decision I made in high school. I would not have been capable of making that decision without the research I did on the ones I chose to apply to. As the cliche goes, knowlege is power and one must have it if they are going to make the most educated decision. Know your college inside and out before you make any final decisions. It'll be extremely beneficial in the long run. Getting the most of one's college experience is all about the choices we make. A college education is not something that is handed over; one must work for it. Explore every extra-cirruclar or club or activity that your college has to offer. Go beyond what you did in high school and discover a new hobby or hidden talent. Meet as many people possible outside your normal social group and immerse yourself in a new culture. Attempt to discover a part of yourself you didn't know exist. Live in the moment, but plan for the future and always be grateful fot this time in your life.

Dear Parents and Students, If you are looking to find the right school there are a list of steps that you need to check. The list is as follows: 1.) Are you looking for a big or small class size/university? 2.) What is the student's # 1 priority? (i.e. academics, sorority, fraternity, sports, musical, art, etc.) 3.) Do you want hands on teachers? 4.) What type of living arrangements? 5.) How do you plan on affording tution and fees? After looking at these questions the student needs to determine what is best for their future. As a transfer student myself I attended Bellarmine University and the University of Kentucky. These are both great schools, but if I had the choice I would be attending Bellarmine because of the small class sizes; however, for financial reasons I'm attending UK. The most important decision in choosing a college is if you will be happy and if you will be learning. When you balance these two, you have found the school for you. As for recommendations on choosing between schools look on there website, tour the school and talk to several of the students. Your fellow classmate, Stephanie

Far enough from home to learn to live independantly, but close enough to come home when the need is present is the main ingredient for choosing the right college. "Location, location, location!' is the universal ingredient for success in any venture! It's very hard to stay focused on academics the first year of college, so to concentrate on passing rather than getting on the dean's list is crucial for the first year student. Set goals, but not unreasonable ones to start with and then better your goals after initially meeting them. Expect pitfalls in your financial planning because they always happen whether small or large. And some really good advice is to make a lot of friends versus a few because interests change quickly after starting school and you don't want to be left "out in the cold"!

Get involved, live on campus, dont go where all your friends are going, step out of your shell, express yourself, go to class!, learn as much as you can

Make sure you go on a tour before you even consider enrolling into a school. You must also do as much research as possible into their majors, class size, location, etc. If you are travelling out of state, be sure that you can afford the many expenses that college demands. Parents should speak to their children about peer pressure, dangers of drinking, drugs and unprotected sex. Students should also come with an open-mind and be willing to make friends of all cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Be willing to embrace yourself, while defining your personality and discovering your true purpose.

Don't worry about the pricetag of the schools, worry about what you will get out of it. I never thought I would go to a private university, but when I did a tour at my school, I just felt at home. My choice to go to Bellarmine University is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only have I made lasting relationships with both students and faculty, Bellarmine was the right place for me to find out who I was and helped me to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. Once I found my major, Bellarmine openned doors for me by making what I wanted out of school a reality. I haven't even graduated yet, and I already have my dream-job lined up. I couldn't ask for anything more! My recommendation is for students is to find a place that is like home by doing a tour. I would also recommend finding out how many students get set up with jobs upon graduation. Ultimately, this combination can make your dreams a reality too!

Students should look at the campus and the surrounding area, if that person is extremelty sociable, living in the middle of a city will probably turn out to be too distracting. Consider their choice of major, if it's a fairly popular major attending a small school with limited class space could result in not getting into the class and coming up short on needed hours. Be organized, binders (hole punch for the binder), flash cards, highlighters, etc. Experiment with different studying techniques, don't stick with one that doesn't work simply because your used to it.

To the student: don't go to a school where you are expected to go, and school you don't want to go to or to a school just because it is said to be a good school. Also, don't go to a school just because your friends are there. And though i know it is, money should not be a problem. Your education is too important to stress over money. To the parent: Support your child in their choice, even if it is not the one you would have them make. Understand that a school that feels right is a school that feels right. Generally, it is the school for your child.

The college should not just offer a variety of academic resources and amazing programs for students. It should also provide you with a sense of home with its beautifully campus and parks, seasoned professors and tolerant students. It is great if the college offers programs like the lecture series, which gives you the possibility to meet experienced people and gain knowledge from their speeches.