Carroll University Top Questions

My advice that I would give to a student finding their right college and experiencing the best college life would be to do research. Look at each campus' webpage and write down the pro's and con's to each of your choices. Also, visit each of your options. I only visited one campus, and feel that I may have been missing out on something better. Most students are scared about making new friends and getting into the swing of things. I went to my school not knowing ANYONE, and I did just fine. Most colleges have activites in the beginning of the year to help students break the ice and meet new people, but your best option is to get INVOLVED. Join some sort of organization, club, or sport. This will help you meet new people who will be your lifelong friends.

First of all, visit as many campuses as you can, and find out as much information about the college as you can. Make sure you are going to a college that best fits your major, and/or will help you find a major that bets fits you. Going to a community college first and then transferring to a university was helpful for me, and way more economical. I also got a job in my field sooner which has been very helpful for my learning experience. One of the best pieces of advice I can give is to apply for financial aid as early as possible, and find out all the types of aid available. College can be stressful enough without having to worry about how you're going to pay for it. Most of all, stay focused on your goals.

Make sure the size of the campus is perfect for the child attending and also make sure the class sizes can accompany them for what they are looking for. I would look for activities as a last item, it should be based more on what the education will be like for the child's major/degree they wish to achieve. It is important for the student to feel like they are going to fit in at the institution.

When looking at schools, make sure to ask plenty of questions and talk to students and faculty. Also make sure you know what you are comfortable with. Look at the size of the campus and class size and make sure that it will fit your needs. Also look at the quality of housing and meals, college becomes your home away from home so make sure you will be comfortable there. Location is another thing that should be considered some people enjoy the freedom of being further away from home while others like the added security of being close to family. Remember that it is okay and normal to change major, minor, and even college if it is not the right fit.

The most important aspect to keep in mind for both parents and prospective students is to TOUR and ask your tour guides specific and personal questions that pertain to you and what makes you and your family comfortable. ALWAYS ask for current students' opinions on what the BEST and WORST parts of that particular school are. Last, be true to yourself. Don't let anyone influence your final decision! The student will be the one that has to live there, eat there, sleep there, shower there, have a social life there, and study/learn there. Go with your gut!

Choose carefully. Look for a campus that gives you as much practical, hands-on experience as possible, so you can actually find a job right out of school.

My biggest problem when finding a school was looking for my major. Even if you're not sure with what you want to do in life, think of things that interest you so you can chose a college or university that can provide you with classes in that area. Another is where the campus is located. I am from the city and moving into a small town area wasn't my best choice. Make sure you go to the college and take a tour; and not just a tour of the campus but the surrounding areas that you will probably be spending some time in. To make most of your college experience make sure you look beyond school. While you are paying lots of money to attend a school and get a good education, life isn't all about that aspect in your life. Enjoy yourself and make sure that you do more than just "school" in those 4 years.

Look for a campus that speaks for itself, and doesn't need a campus tour guide to encourage your child to attend.

I would suggest touring lots of schools before making a final decision.

Make sure you look long and hard at different college. Don't ask faculty about campus life and things that go on. Find the students because they will tell you thr truth about the school