Colorado State University-Pueblo Top Questions

Quality and cost were my two main priorities when I was looking for a college. I chose a college that is close to home and reasonably priced for the education I have received. I also looked for what type of class sizes my college offered. I believe it is hard for students to learn in a class with 200 people in it. Small class sizes are defiantely a good thing when it comes to academic success. School is a place to learn not only in the classroom but also what kind of person you are. The world is full of people who are different from you and I, and finding a school that offers diversity is very important so that students can get first hand experience with people who are different than them. College is place where you discover yourself so come discover Colorado State University in Pueblo, Colorado. It is place where big dreams become reality and friends are made for a lifetime.

Visit the campus and sit in on classes.

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Parents and/or students need to know that finding the right college will take deep consideration of the opportunities that the college offers as well as the way in which it fits their personal learning style. For example, I knew that going to a college with large class sizes would not enable me to be comfortable in asking questions and would not allow me to develop a professional relationship with the professors. Therefore, I knew from then that a smaller university was where I needed to begin my search. As far as making the most of the college experience, students need to stay informed by reading and keeping up with various campus resources (i.e. website, newspapers, bulletin boards, etc.). Another great avenue to get the most from college is to join clubs and/or committees. Such groups not only allow the student access to campus activities, but also enable one to develop a great network of friends.

I would recommend visiting every college you are interested in attending and even ones you are not interested in. You may never know about that one college you did not check out before you except the first exceptence letter you recieved. Leave your mind open to anything.

The best advice I have to students finding a new college is to pick the college that feels right. Not the one all of your friends want to go to, not the one your parents want you to go to, but the one that fits you. If you do not feel like the college is right for you, more than likely it is not and you will have a hard time enjoying college and doing well.

For students, figure out what you want to do before you go to college. Plans may change, but this will help you find a college that isn't based on aesthetics. Don't go to colleges because you're liberal, conservative or because you want to become either. Consider your interests and how the campus can satisfy your needs. Some institutions provide opportunities that give you a sense of fulfillment as well as something to put on a resume, and those institutions may not be nationally recognized. Make sure your decision is made with two things in mind: your comfort future. Finding the right college can be easy if you don't consider reputation. For parents, don't support any particular college before your son or daughter decides. Your opinion can sway your child to choose to attend a school that may not fit him or her. Allow your child to decide where to go before you put in your opinion to assure that your student's decision is solely their own. It may or may not be your money going towards the education, but there can be a middle ground between your expectations and the student's personal aspirations.

If there any advice I can give to parents or students it is to start your search for the right university early. During the junior year I would start looking at colleges you are considering. Most importantly when searching for a college make sure they have programs that will benefit you and fit your career plans. Once accepted into a college and accepting their offer make sure you get to know the faculty and your advisors, after all they are your key to success! In order to make the most out of your experience it is smart to meet new people who can help you in classes, help you get into clubs and programs, and most importantly never lose focus on your goals, dreams, and aspirations. Every indiviual is unique so this may not be what will fulfill every students need to feel that their college experience was the best but this is what has worked for me.

Ask current students what they think of the college. They know the best about the college and will most likley give a non-baised view. Visit the colleges and compare what they have to offer. Take care of the financial aid situation before the start of the semester. There are way to many students that are freaked out when they find out the owe the school $4,000 because their financial aid didn't go through. Do not pick a college based on where friends are going. Statistically, students do not keep their same friends in college. Find a college that is involved with students!

To research each college that you have selected and see what the differences are and if it suits your needs to succeed.