Carlow University Top Questions

The best advice I could possibly give myself would be to always take things in stride, never allowing myself to get behind or overwhelmed. College is a journey, one that must be walked out everyday to its utmost. I would warn myself that wasting time will only add to the general stress of school, and can cause my overall ability to not be as strong. Focus on learning all the information needed, not just the bare essentials. College is nothing like high school in that I must work harder than I ever have. High school, especially during my senior year, was tough, especially knowing I would soon be going to a university where I knew no one. I came from a small high school where I knew everyone and everyone knew me. College is not like that at first, but knowing what I know now, I would encourage myself to be confident in who I am. Putting away all shyness and just being who I am is the best way to make new friends and make a smooth transition from high school to college. But other than that I would remind myself to enjoy the journey that I am on.

First and foremost, look for scholarships. It is never to early to prepare for the hundreds of thousands of dollars that college will cost. Second, this is not high school anymore. You are being held to a new, much higher standard. You have to work longer and study harder. Don't be afraid to ask professors for help...that is what they are there for. Finally, have fun. College is when you discover who you are. This does not mean go out partying the night before a big exam. It means don't get so lost in the academics that you forget who you are. Take a Saturday night off and go have fun. College can be the best four years of your life.

When looking at colleges, make sure to look around. Look at schools close to home, far away, and in between. You might think you know what you want, but until you actually visit the college in person you will have no clue. Another good idea would be to set up an overnight visit with the college, by doing so, one is able to get the whole feel of a college experience from dorm life, the cafeteria, and classes. Make a pro and cons list of all the schools you visited to see which school is the best for you. Also be sure to take not of the actually courses the schools offer, job opportunities in the surrounding city, off campus activities, and campus life. In order to make the most of your college experience, make sure to keep you academics your first priority, but be sure to have fun. Get involved in various activities, try something new, and make lots of friends. Remember college is the start to a new part of your life, and you have the chance to be whoever or whatever you want to be.

The student going to college should look carefully into every college they are interested in and then pick the college that they think will be the right one for them as far as classes, location and the opportunities that they will encounter during their school years and the benefits that they will receive to make them better people in the future and better to serve their community in life.College is just a start in life and everyone no matter what their financial situation is deserves to make themself a better and happier person by getting the career that they want.

You need to find a place where you are most comfortable. A place that will not only help you acheive career goals but also make you happy. Colege is a big part of our lives and what we learn there we will take with us for the rest of our lives. Whether its in the classroom or from the friends that we make.

Nothing really.

When looking for the right college you really need to look at who you are and where you come from. People feel most comfortable and open in a place they are able to feel at home, which enables the learning. Not all people want to live on a campus, but you still need to find that place that really overcomes you when being there. You have to like the overall core values of the school and be able to want to do that to feel like you belong. That's what helps in finding the right college. When making the most of your college experience you need to really open yourself to growth in a new way. There is nobody to tell you when to get up or do your work. To succeed you have to motivated. To reach that level you have to want to be there and enjoy the people you are around. Somebody once told me that you go to college to find your bridesmaid not your groom. That is true to college life, you create bonds so strong with the ones around that it isn't just learning it is gaining a long term bond.

Learn what would be best for you.

Try to visit colleges that allow you to sit in on classes because that is the only way you will see what the college is really like. Also if you are not happy after one year with your school, transfer then because its much easier to transfer credits

Look at colleges of different sizes and locations to find the one that is right for you. Choose a school you want to attend not one a friend is going to or one someone in your family already attended. If you are not happy with the school you attend you're the one that will be miserable.

Look at more than one college and go with your gut. Do not say I want this college because of my boyfriend. Choose the school that best fits what you want out of life. College is suppossed to be fun but rewarding at the same time. Give yourself plenty of time to choose and make sure you look at the campus before you choose it. You will have to live there for 2-4 years so you better like where you are.

Start off slow. Let your kids settle for CCAC bacause then if they find college to be too hard atleast you are not wasting 50,000 dollars like you do at carlow.

In order to make sure the college that you are choosing is right for you, the best advice I can give you would be to visit atleast five prospective schools and meet with faculty, advisors, and current students in order to get a better understanding of the colleges' standards and values. This also helps you get a foot in the door if you haven't been accepted yet, with the added bonus already knowing people if you do end up attending that school. In order to make the most out of the college experience, it's important to attend the orientation events/icebreakers so you get to know other new students and can make new friends. It's also important to become involved in any sports or activities that you enjoy so that you can meet other people with similar interests. It's also a great idea to introduce yourself to your professors and ask them for help when needed. This way, you're not just a face in the crowd or a number, and you can build a relationship with them that will come in handy when you need a reference or letter of recommendation.

When in the process of finding a college it is very important to check out the school, more than one time, because it really allows you to get the feeling for the school and life on campus. It is also very important that when finding a school the student is able to make their selection on schools they want to attend and should not let influences, such as family memebers, friends, and money to change their mind about a school. If the school is the one they want to attend they should try to find a way to make things work for themselves and if money is a problem to find a way to get loans and grants to cover the cost.

It can be very hard and stressful to decide which college is right for you (or your child.) The best advice from one student to a future student is to base your decision on your own wants and needs. Make sure to find a campus that suites you, and only you. You are the student, you are the one eating the food, receiving the education, meeting new people, and making new friends. Parents, teachers, and peers may help you by suggesting schools, but make sure the school that you choose is the one that you want to attend. Visit every campus that you are interested in and keep in mind all of the pros and cons of each school. When you walk on each campus, one will stick out, one will feel like home to you. Although you may have heard scary stories about college and the college life, it is what you make it out to be. College could be the worst thing that every happened to you, or it could be the greatest conquer in your life, either way, its an obstacle. Hang in there, study and work hard, and you will love your college experience.

If you truly want to be happy and fulfilled in your college choice, listen to your instinct. For instance, if you arrive on campus for a tour, and are bothered by some of the little things (such as dorms, food or even the overall friendliness) take that to heart. You are at college no only to learn, but to grow mentally, spiritually, and physically. If you feel held back, or uncomfortable in any way, chance are things won't get any easier. No matter what people say, choose what is right for YOU. You will get the most out of what you put into your college experience by living your life the way you want to live it. Be independent and stay focused in a timely manner. Remember-school first, then activities.

Parents and students should visit the school and ask questions. I would ask students at the college and make sure that these questions are asked to current enrolled students maybe sitting in the cafeteria or in the library. I would ask to see the college's mission statement and asked real life hypothetical questions to see how the college will handle the ups and downs of student life.

Looking for a college that is suitable for their needs. Finding an extracirricular activity to ease into the experience and potentially make friends and memories that will last a lifetime. Find a school that has a good security system. Also find a school that is technologically advanced. Get the most for what you pay for, and get involved. Ask about the financial aid that is available while attending the school and any additional costs that may be added through the school. Also look into scholarships that are available to you for many different things.

I would tell students to visit every single school that is even within a realm of possibility before deciding. While various information given by admissions counselors is great to have, nothing can make or break a deal like visiting. I would tell students to take into consideration the pros and cons of every single campus before picking one, because for the most part, once you pick one you're pretty much spending four years there. Do a lot of research, don't just go with what your friends are doing or what you think your parents want you to do. This is the beginning of YOUR life as an adult, so start it off right.

The main piece of advice that I would give to an aspiring college graduate would be to really cherish the experience while you have it, because it definitely goes by way to fast. The grass is always greener on the other side, and when your going through college, all you can seem to do is complain about the stress and workload and just wish for it to be over, and then sure enough it ends, and all you find yourself doing is begging to go back! It's also really important to actually focus on your schoolwork, and strive to get above average grades. A lot of people choose college's based on how big of a party school it is. but in the end, how much you drank during your 4 years at that college or University, isn't going to get you a successful job in the real world. Overall, have a great time, make a lot of unforgettable friends, and really dig deep to find out who you are as a professional in your preferred field of study.