California State University-Sacramento Top Questions

I would recommend taking a guided tour of the campus to gain a feel for the university. You can better understand the conditions of their facilities and make a judgement on how benefitial the school will serve your goals. With a guided tour, take time to casually talk to students walking on campus. Ask them what they think of the school and if they are satisfied with their educational experience. This way they can gain opinions that are not given by the universities appointed tour group leader. It will be an opinion of one that is not concerned with filtering their words to make the university seem better than it really is.

Don't be dazzled by the fancy college introductions. Some relatively innexpensive colleges have good programs and community. Meet the teachers in the department your interested in and tour the campus before making a choice.

Find a faculty mentor in your academic program. It will help keep you focused and motiviated.

To find the right college, one must research what they look for in a college. Everybodys preferences are different, so it is important to decide what you look for in a college. Also to take into consideration is the majors. Not all schools have the major of your choice so it is important to see the academics they offer. Another factor is the school size. Some people like the small population of a school where they will know everyone and meet everyone at some point whereas others like to be a small fish in a very big pond. To make the most out of a college experience is to explore. Explore the clubs, activities. fraternities, social events. Meet new people and meeting those few people will make the experience even better. These will open the doors to new adventures and memories.

Choosing the right college is never easy because the college you and your child choose will determine an experience that will be different from a college that you didn?t choose. But the right college will provide a safe and secure campus as well as challenging coursework to help that person grow. I think that the major that a person chooses determines their college experience. If you choose a difficult major like Engineering or Bio Sciences?the students tend to stick together and study together as they progress through their curriculum. Whereas a business major (an easier subject), students tend to not study as much and have more time for a social life. To make the best of a college experience, a person should be open minded, friendly, and outgoing?this will attract other people to him/her. Any experience depends on who you surround yourself with.

Don't choose a college because it has the major you think you want to study, or because it is considered prestigious. Spend time on the campus, talk to current students, sit in on classes, and stay in the dorms if you can. Choose your college because the place feels right. In the end, there is no quantifiable set of criteria that makes a certain college right for you - you'll just know it. Too many people think that college is about pursuing a degree that will funnel you into a specific career. This is only true for a small number of students. College is about discovering who you are, and you'll probably change majors at least once. Once you graduate, you'll find that most jobs don't require a specific major anyway. If they do, you can always do graduate studies.

The best advise is to take a trip around the campus. Ask questions about what the student would like to major and see if there is that major at the college. Take the time to visit each campus that the students are considering to go to and go on campus tours.

My advice to parents and or students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience would be to ask the student what they really want out of college. I believe that the student should decide themself which college they would like to attend, and should not be forced by a parent to attend a school they don't want to. I also think that it's important to visit the campuses that the student may want to attend, to get a first hand perspective of the campus. They should talk to current students at the school, and ask questions that they feel are important such as about dorms, extracurricular activities, classes, professors, and the campus. Also looking at websites and books which rate college campuses is helpful in making the right choice.

To find out which university is right for you, you must do research! Ask current students or recent college graduates of the campus how their experiences were. Most of the time, they will be upfront and honest about their opinions regarding the university. I also recommend taking a tour of the campus before you apply to get a feel of what it would be like to take classes there. To ensure that you have the best college experience possible, I highly recommend joining at least one campus organization. College is your chance to broaden your horizons and make friends with people you never thought you'd socialize with. It is also a time for you to build your network with fellow students so further on in life if you are looking for a job or an associate to work for you, you can call on them. Also, the college experience is not only about meeting new people and partying, your academics should always remain your first priority. It is okay to have some fun here and there, but school should always come first. Otherwise, you will be stuck in college for a long time, while all your friends have left.

The best advice I can offer students in finding a school that best matches your educational goals would be to first investigate the type(s) of career(s) in which you are most interested. A personal development class such as Career Planning can help you assess your strengths, weaknesses, and personality style. Once you decide upon an area of interest, explore the field by taking introductory courses at a local college, interviewing professionals already working within the field, or by working as an intern. Interviews and internships often reveal many attributes about the profession which you may not have previously been aware of. You can also learn which schools are considered most acclaimed by professionals in the field. From working professionals, online resources and/or your local college, research which degree(s) will most benefit your marketability, and which schools are considered most credible, to professionals in the field. This process has led me to choose CSU Sacramento, as I first decided to become a teacher, then learned of the best degree for me to achieve this goal, and lastly discovered that CSU Sacramento is well-known for their Teacher Education Programs.

Make sure that you visit the college ahead of time, but not during the summer, or on a break when the college students will not be there. Talk to students who are not part of the orientation staff. Drive around the surrounding areas to make sure it is a place you want to live.

Make sure you like the area. Colleges pretty much offer the same thing so you have to like where your going. Take it from me, I first went to a college that was a good Business school but I ended up not being in Business and I transfered to somewhere I love. Im happy and studying something I truely enjoy!

I would want students to make sure they investigate the schools they are applying for and make sure that the academic programs are sufficent. It would also be wise to check out the social calender and make sure that the campus isn't party oriented because it could cause problems from younger students and those who wish to have a completely academic college experience.

I feel that it is best for parents and students to understand and accept each others' desired and anticipated goals as a result of the student attaining a college education. With communication and a common understanding of expectations, the process of finding a right college is less burdensome and stressful. Both parents and students should consider the lifestyle and preferrence of the student as for him/her to feel comfortable in the campus environment. It may be beneficial for one to attend a college that has a very different culture by opening his/her mind to new things, but for another it may be difficult, intimidating or distracting. The student's ability to cope with the campus dynamics affects the capacity of learning and the potential of the student. It is also important to settle future financial plans and ensure that the student's education is well-funded.

Go into your University chooses with the right expectations. CSUS is a commuter school, and I knew this when applying for this College. Many students transferred to CSUS with the wrong perception and were often disappointed. Know which programs your college excels at, and if it's not what you want, don't go for it!

Visit the campus and go to the college that has the main thing the student is looking for. Make sure to keep your options open and talk to academic advising prior to making any ultimate decisions so that you can be completly confident in your decision. Also, familiarize yourself with the additional benifits the school offers (health services, psychological counseling, clubs, fitness groups, etc.) if you are payeing for them you might as well know what they are!

I have been in college much longer than four years and have attended several different junior colleges,state colleges and even studied abroad for one semester. I feel this experience gives me a little more insight on what makes a college be the best college for each person. For me, college is, of course about learning, but your education is never your enitre life. You need to be near people you care about and that care about you. Having genuine friendships and fufulling relationship outside campus makes the entire school process much more enjoyable. You don't have to go to a school where your best friends from high school are going, but once you get to your college, meet people. Get involved. Become more than just a student. College is what you make of it so make it great!

Before attending to any university or college, think ahead about your major. It will save you a whole lot of time. 95{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the incoming college students go into college not knowing why they?re there. From my experiences, an undecided major can cause you a lot of consequences. You will be ending up taking classes that are completely useless and staying behind in college. Changing majors often is not a fun thing to do. So seriously, think for yourselves and think ahead. As for the college experience, try to have fun while you?re at it. Time goes by faster when you are actually enjoying the process rather suffering it.

College is one of the most memorable experiences in an individuals life; chose according to your expectations for your future and individual needs. To get the most out of your college experience remember to get involved as much as possible. Even if you are not familiar with a certain club or organization, ask questions and do not be afraid of new experiences. The individuals you meet and your involvement in activities will benefit you in your future endevours.

I think that from my experience of selecting a college starts off with a plan. Sacramento State was not my first choice, at first i wanted to attend CSU Chico, but because i did not effectivly plan to move to the city of chico and figure out where i would live, i did not end up going. I say that the very best thing that you can do is save money, and be flexible to changes that may happen to your original plan. College is the first time in my life where i felt as if i was really living in the real world, and it is important to not dwell on things that you cannot change. Roommates move, people change, but it is important to be able to adapt to the changes that college, and also life puts in front of you.