Biola University Top Questions

I would have to say to any parent that their kids need to have a big role in choosing the school. If they dont have any involvment then there will be no college life or college fun. I would also say to them, let the kids follow their dreams, I understand that it might be hard letting your kids go on a leap of faith, and that many parents have goals and aspirations that they want to see lived out through their children. This is wonderful but the parents need to allow their kids that freedom to make their decisions in college and they will have a great time learning life lessons along the way.

Making the most of your college experience means planning ahead. Look at school's online stats, narrow it down to a few different ones and then visit them if possible! It really helps to actually see the school first hand! The number one thing to look for in a University is a good program for the major you decide. If you don't know what you want to do, the next most important thing to look for is a good community where your character as a whole person will be developed. Live in the dorms...the tutition is worth the expereince (if it is a school commited to good, fun community life) and get involved in something extracurricular right away-this is usually how you will meet your best friends! Just don't over-involve yourself, keping the end in mind...graduation! :)

Of course there are many things to look at when deciding on a college: location, offered majors, tuition, sports and so many more. It can be a long and even frustrating process. There are technical things you can do to see if you're suitable with a college. Look at everything a school has to offer you and see how much of it will affect you personally. Then see how much of those are positive or negative. Another important thing is to remember is to think about yourself above anything else. Don't decide on a college that you think will please your parents or your friends. Choose one that you think will make you happy. Finally, the thing I would advise to to do that I think is most helpful, is to pray about it. God knows us better than anyone else and so He knows which college will benefit us the most. College experience is supposed to shape the majority of one's future. For many people, the best memories were made in college and the most impacting life lessons learned. My advice is to enjoy it as much as possible because it goes real fast.

I personally didn't make a thorough visit to my campus when i accepted the application, but I was confident in my choice because of all the great things that I had heard from the students that graduated or were currently attending Biola. Make sure you don't just depend on the stories you hear but find people that can give you personal advice or suggestions. If you are still doubting, make sure your school has a variety of opportunities, activities, clubs, etc. that can meet your expectations--either at the same level or more than what your high school offered. If not, you will find yourself not enjoying college (because of the comparison from high school). Try to interact with the students that go there , and see how well you fit in. It's important that you make lifelong friends and get the fullest college experience at the same time. All in all, keep your present and your future in mind when choosing a college.

Picking the right college depends on multiple factors. Don't base your decision solely on prestige or reputation. Many smaller colleges can offer more hands-on learning experiences and the intimate class sizes allow for more student-teacher interaction. Students should get involved in extracurriculars because they offer many opportunities to develop lasting friendships. Don't be a passive student; talk to professors - they want to help you, really! Study with discipline, but balance your studies with social activities to prevent burn-out and relieve stress.

I would definitely tell them to look into the colleges very carefully and thoroughly. Making visits early on is a lot better than waiting until the last minute or not even visiting at all. Campus visits will expose the student and family to campus life and show them things about the campus a lot better than any website or brochure could. Talking to current students is a really good idea too. Most students are very willing to answer any questions and show people around.

Move away from home! Get outside your familiar zone and truely get to know what you are all about. You will appreciate your home and family so much more and grow leaps and bounds. Don't hesitate and think you will do better at home or you do not have enough money, there are always ways! Don't analyze too much...just live your life.

Find a place with the values you desire and in a location you like- you will be there for four years after all.

Start saving! I didn't realize how much college would actually cost. When I first started going to Biola (private school) I was overwhelmed with how much it cost. Come to find out, public schools are becoming just as expensive. My older brother had a full ride scholarship so when it came time for me to go to college, my parents and I were completely lost and literally overwhelmed with how much it cost. We were blessed enough to be able to pay for it thus far, but I realized others weren't as lucky. Start a savingsg account and apply to tons of scholarships and get a loan with your bank. Loans that you can get where you don't have to start pay ing off until after you graduate are the best. SAVE!

College is not just about preparing for a career, but a time to prepare for life. Learning is more important than grades, so take full advantage of any chance to pick your professors brains and get their advice or thoughts. Take the time to build healthy friendships that will last beyond your college experience. Be ready to step outside your comfort zone, try new things, and question your beliefs. You will meet people from different cultures or backgrounds, take time to get to know them, and understand their perspectives. College is a safe place to try new things, expand your view of the world, and question everything. The hard part is staying open and ready to learn even after graduation. As much as I encourage taking advantage of all these opportunities available to you, do not over do yourself. If your always over tired and stressed, you might be able to get by with good grades, but you will not be able to enjoy your life, or to learn like you can when you keep your mind rested and allert.