Clark Atlanta University Top Questions

Do your research and visit the school. Make sure you like the school and the surrounding community.

It is important first and foremost that the student knows who they are. He/she must have an idea of what they want to major in, what they want to attain from attending the college of their choice and have an idea of how they will be able to contribute to the university. The hardest reality for a parent to face is realizing that their child is embarking on a new journey in which the parents are forced to trust their parental impartations on the child. I would advise all parents to take pride in knowing that the values that were instilled in the child will not depart from them. Both parents and child should be on one accord and in an agreeance on the new step both parties are about to face. Most importantly I would encourage students to get involved on campus. Hold strong to their morals and values and know how to balance school and work out. Figure out what works best for them in all aspects fo their college experience and dont be afraid of change. Networking is also a really important factor and seek for opportunities and internships!!!

My advice to parents and students are to look carefully at your college choices because you can choose to fast and make the wrong decision. You have to compare the cost and also the accredidation. Going to college is a very important step in a person's life and they should be proud of the decision they make. Most importantly, make sure you are getting the right advisement so you will not be in school longer than you have to be.

When choosing the college you want to attend please visit the loction. Make sure that its in an area that makes you comfortable or feel at home. Also question student who are already attending and ask them their honest opinion of the college. Check to see if you will be able to recieve the finacial aid needed to attend the college or university. As you are attending your college or university remeber that it is okay to have fun, but what is more important is your education and well-being. Always put your coarsework before anything else. Set both long and short term goals and invest most of your free time to studying. Make your experience one that you will remember and also one that will benifit your planned future.

The best advice that I can give to students that are looking to attend an university is to take all things into consideration, remember this will be your place where most of your time will be spent throughout the next four or more years of your life. This being said choose the setting that is most fitting to you. If you prefer your winters to maintain an average temperature of mid-50's, smaller classrooms for a personable experience and want to major in pre-med, do not attend a large university in the northern states, that only offer biology as a major. Not only are you not going to be happy with your environment, which will effect your performance in class and day-to-day activities but, your also going to be waisting valuable time and money that could have been put towards a school that could have better prepared you for your future. So to all of the students out there just be patient and take your time in evaluating all possible choices, because there is a school out there that will suit your individual needs and desires.

The advice I would give parents/students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience is just relax and go with the flow. Research schools that have the best qualities for the major they want to choose and if they are located in a good part of town. Trust me not all of them are. Make sure you have your FASFA, scholarsips, and anything else worked out before February of their senior in high school. Visit the colleges you wish to attend to make sure they are as they seem in the brochures and online, for some of them are facades. But when it comes to the college experience just go with it. I didnt my first year and missed out. Take advantages of the clubs and other activities that are in store. Get out and mingle with people for they can become life long friends and people you may need in life. Have fun go out and party, but make sure and I stress this GET ALL YOUR WORK DONE AND EXCEL IN EVERYTHING YOU DO! Work like your broke, live life as its your last, and love to the fullest.

I would advise student and parents who are looking for the right college to make the most of there college experience to do reserch, rserch, reserch. Make sure the school offer a subject you are really interested in and a altenate subject that you find interesting because 9 students out of 10 change their major before graduating. I would also say to check the type of clubs, soroities, or othe extracurricular activities that are offered because having something to do pass alot of time when you may feel home sick and its also a good thing to have on your college reume.

Choosing the right college will have long term effects on your future. When choosing a college make sure that the college has your major, excellent intership opportunies and a great career placement center, and make sure that you visit as many campuses as possible. Selecting a college that offers your major is the most important factor in choosing a college. If the college does not offer your major or field of interest it is really pointless to enroll there. After researshing the school for your major the second you should look into the college's career and placement center. The career and placement center is where you go to find out about the internships, career opportunities, and interview training. The career and placement center will be very vital to students because it helps them explore their chosen field while still in college through internships and helps with job placement after graduation. Lastly you should visit as a many colleges as possible to get a feel for thr enviroment and the people there. Your college college experience will be one that you will remember for the rest of your life choosing the right enviroment for yourself will make it an enjoyable.

I would always advice a student and or parent to make sure you choose a college/ university that best describes you academically and socially. I would also tell them to go visit the campus and get a feel of it. Look into your major and look and see what classes they offer for your major.

Make sure that it is a college that you feel comfortable being at without your parents being around because as you get older mom and dad wont be there to do everything for you. Make sure you are comfortable with your surrounding areas and that you feel safe with where your going to live and go to school at.

CHOOSEN A SCHOOL THAT IS COMPATIBLE AND CONVENIENT WITH YOUR CHILD. LOOK INTO ALL ASPECTS OF THE SCHOOL; TAKE A TRIP AND VISIT THE UNIVERSITY AND TOUR IT. TO THE STUDENTS: CHOOSE A SCHOOL THAT WILL MAKE YOU HAPPY AND NOT JUST BECAUSE YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY WANT YOU TO ATTEND. YOU ARE THE ONE THAT WILL ATTEND THE UNIVERISTY AND LIVE THERE, NOT THEM. REALLY FOCUS ON YOUR GPA YOUR FRESHMAN YEAR BEACAUSE AS TIME GOES ON IT BECOMES HARDER TO RAISE IT.

It is important to do research and schedule college visits. There is nothing worse than applying to a school and finding out that you completely dislike it or that the school cant gear you towards your career goal. Gather information on tuition costs, scholarships, food choices and housing. Learn what the campus is like, not only with the layout but statistics, like ethnicity, GPA, retention rate and things like that. Learn about the surrounding areas, such as rural or urban settings, what stores are close by, the nearest airport, tourist attractions and possible off campus housing. It is also important to find out crime rates to be prepared. New students should be encouraged to make the most out of life by getting involved. Be very social and learn about campus activities, groups, clubs, fraternities and sororities. becoming a part of a group will create more connections, friends and would make your experiece that much better. Keep professors close, dont be afraid to frequently go to their office or speak up in class. You will surely be remembered and it is that much easier to get recommendations and a boost in the real world.

BEFORE CHOOSING A COLLEGE MAKE SURE YOU ARE FINANCIALLY STABLE BECAUSE TAKING OUT COLLEGE LOANS ARE VERY HARD WHEN YOU DON'T HAVE A COSIGNER PLUS YOU HAVE TO THINK ABOUT HOW MUCH DEBT YOU WILL BE IN AT THE END OF THE DAY. NEXT I WOULD SAY GO WITH YOUR HEART IF YOU FEEL TO LIKE THE COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY GO WITH THAT OPTION AND STAY FOCUSED WHEN YOU GET THERE BECAUSE GPA PLAYS A BIG ROLE WHEN IT COMES TO GETTING SCHOLARSHIPS. MOST OF ALL ENJOY YOUR COLLEGE EXPERIENCE BECAUSE IT ONLY HAPPENS ONCE! ALSO KEEP IN MIND THAT YOU MAY BE EVERYONE FRIEND BUT EVERYONE IS NOT YOUR FRIEND.. GO INTO COLLEGE THINKING OF YOUR FUTURE AND DON'T LET NO ONE OR ANYTHING STOP YOU FROM REACHING THAT GOAL!

Dear hopeful college student and/or parent; College is a wonderful experience and everyone should make the most of it. Networking is a very important part of life and it is in college where most of your successful networking will take place and one most take advantage of that by being involved in various on campus activities. When choosing a college/university you have to trust yourself and your first instinct because in most cases it is right. Taking a day or more to visit the campus helps narrow your search as well for the saying is true, "I can show you better than I can tell you". Just make the most out of every opportunity, trust yourselves, work together as one, and have fun through it all. Good luck!!! -Hannah Harris Clark Atlanta University Sophmore

College is a major stepping stone and a sucess often expected from family members. Deciding to go to college is a remarkable mindset. In todays society college is a must. I always joke that a bachelors degree is the new high school dipolma but in reality it is. When I graduated from high school money choose the path for many students. Almost every person who choose a school based on cost has either dropped out or transferred to another school which resulted in lost of credits from the previous institution. If I could give parents advice on choosing the right school for their child it would be money should be a concern but not a decsion maker. Your childs education is priceless. Parents and students need to look for scholarships and grants together to bridge the gap. Anything worth having is worth fighting for. Parents are big on making sure thier children succed. You must invest in education. To all future students dont let anyone drive your dream. You are in control. College is being an adult minus the 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} finiacial obligations of independent adults. Money should not be your ultimate decsion maker for choosing the school of your choose.

The advice I would give students is to pick a school that you want to be at, and that is affordable for both you and your parents. Choosing a college should be based on how you feel about the school and whether you can see yourself prospering at that school. The advice I would give to parents is to let their children choose what school they want to go to. If it is affordable let them go. You should no force eyour child to go to a school that they won't be happy at. It is their college experience, not yours. When people are forced to be somewhere when they don't want to be and that's not making them happy, nothing good ever comes of it. Your child has to be at this school for 4 years, they should be able to enjoy themselves and learn.

When choosing the right college it has to be a joint effort between the parents and student. In the end the student has to live with the final decision made so the student should ultimately make the decision. In choosing the right university you have to think about class size,cost, what portion of the graduating class has a job after graduation, and any other important facts. While attending college its a must to participate in on campus activities and to make friends with people who live in your dormitory {you will need them eventually}. My last word of advice is to keep your grades up!!! I lost my scholarship because I let partying get in the way of my grades. You come to school to prepare yourself for the real world a part of that is time management your social life is not at the top of your priority list. College is a great experience enjoy and embrace your oppurtunity, and stay focused.

Your undergraduate career is primarily about personal development rather than professional. This is a time and place where you learn more about yourself and your place in the world. When choosing a college or university, be certain to keep in mind that, ideally, you want to be in an enviornment that will be supportive of and further cultivate the person you become.

The only advice I cangive, is what was given to me. I always knew I wanted to study government and eventually have a high-paying job within the federal government, I knew that. I also knew I did not want to stay in my respective state, but to venture out away from mom and dad for a bit of freedom. I knew I wanted to go to a city that had a lot to offer. So my advice is know what you want to do, and waht you expect from your college experience, choose an area that you will be comfortable in and that you'll enjoy, for your major choice may change.

When searching for a college make sure you research and find the size, style, and location that is right for you. also make sure that your financial aid is taken care of because nothing is worse than to find the perfect school and not be able to pay for it. To make the most of the experience it is best to be involved and participate in as much as you can on campus, but make sure that it can be fairly balanced with your classwork.