California State University-Chico Top Questions

Often, I believe parents get too wrapped up in what college they want their kids to attend. Unless attending a religious college or private university, any state school would be a great place for anyone to fit in. Going from High School to college is truly stepping out into the real world, as you see there are so many different people you get to know and get to be friends with; even if you never thought you'd befriend them in the past. Research what schools you are interested in, maybe go to the campus if you can, ask students on the campus what they think of the school, are they proud to attend? College should be the best years of your life, years you should enjoy and remember forever. Don't get too worried about where to attend, you can always transfer if it truly comes down to it. Just be open minded, focus on your studies, HAVE FUN and remember that you only have a short period of time to live your life without working 9-5.

When you begin shopping for a college to attend, be sure to go and visit the schools and take the campus tours. I had always heard about different schools and the reputations they held, but nothing compared to seeing the schools for myself. When I first came to Chico to check out the school, it was the combination of the campus, walking around downtown Chico, and the people I encountered that helped shape my decision.

Find a campus that best suits your style and hobbies. Also make sure that the student body on that campus fit your lifestyle, it can be frustrating if you feel like you don't fit in. To make the most out of the college experience, be ready to give up some social time when needed for academics, but give yourself some time to be social and have fun. Find a balance that works for you, but keep sociallizing in moderation.

College is a wonderful experience! Follow a few pointers and make the most out of would could be not only(coud not only be) the most important 4-6 years of your life, but also the most enjoyable. When engaging in the search for the perfect school, consider all factors. Here is a list that will help you to pick the perfect match: 1. Size of the institution, and the surrounding area. 2. Employment rates for recent graduates. 3. Look into the school's financial aid program, pick a school that can likely meet your needs. 4. Make the most of your experience, get involved! From sports, to interest clubs, there is something for you. 5. Religious and political views of both the student's and the university. 6. Try not to get hung up on rakings, and low admittance rates. Look beyond the numbers, there are many schools that seem to slip under the radar yet they still offer great educational experiences. 7. Parents, though it likely you who will bare the financial burden, remember that college is an experince for your child, and so the final decision should lie with them.

Try to narrow down what fields are interesting and then determine which school best fits those goals as well the living style you wish to have during college. Get involved in as many activities as possible. It is fun, great on a resume, and you get to meet many great people who may turn into life long friends.

Apply to where you want to go. When you are deciding attend a class or two of professors in the department you wish to major in.

College isn't just about your school and your classes. Every single day you will learn something academic but you will also learn about yourself. Don't let those lessons pass you by. When you have a chance to meet new people, do it. When someone invites you to a local hangout, go. When a performer comes to your campus the day before a big test, find a way to do both. Time will go faster than you think and you will regret it if you don't make the best of it. Work hard, study hard, and play hard. Just don't forget that it's all of these things that give you the "college experience."

I think parents and students should visit the campus during the semester to see if it feels like a good fit. If possible, talk to some students and learn if they would reccommend the college and why or why not. To get the most out of the college experience, I reccommend that students get adequate rest and eat a lot of healthy food. It is OK to have fun and eat not so good food, but it is amazing how much more interesting, stimulating and even fun your classes and homework will be when you are awake and your body feels good. And that will lead to a more valuable and useful education for the money. Letting yourself get rundown is the quickest way to start hating school.

My advice is, don't get lazy. You never know where your live will lead you, you may want to go to graduate school one day and you will not get accepted if you do not have good grades.

I would say to if nothing else visit the college and take your time walking through it. Talk with the kids that are attending the school and see what they think. But totally take the time to really consider the school. Also I would take as much time as needed to do as many scholarships as you can, it doesn't hurt anything and you might actually get some money out of it. Have a good time at college but remember that you are there to learn and get your degree not just party and do dumb stuff. Make friends, don't be embarassed, if you want to do something do, live your life to the fullest, believe in yourself and know it's ok to dream. I live life with the motto- Carpe Diem- No Regrets. You only live once so make the most out of it.