Emerson College Top Questions

I would say visiting the college is a really important factor when trying to pick the right one because it is important to get a feel for the students already there and the vibe the school gives off to see if it suits you. In order to make the best of your college experience, be prepared for major changes and be open to trying new things. Also, find a way to balance your social life and schoolwork, making sure one or the other doesn't become too important.

I would advise parent's to be supportive of their children through the good times and bad times. College is a learning process about getting into the real world. Students don't be afraid of new surrounding. Pick a school that FEELS right for you.

The best advice I can give someone would be to trust your gut. You'll know when a college is right for you, its more then just classes and academics its a whole enviornment and when its right its right. College is all about what you make of it, if you want to be active- be active, never stop pursuing what you want the most!

Try not to think about how close to home you'll be or if anyone you know is going to that school, but think about how you choice will shape you future. Think about the connections you can make and the connotation of havin a degree from a ceertain school. Also think about how your chosen school can help you, both while you're in school and after graduation. Also, as hard as it might be, try not to look at the tuition rates of schools, but rather the value of attending. Once you're there, get involved with anything and e verything you can. For most schools, most of your education comes from outside the classroom.

Finding the right college can go either way. Some kids really struggle to find the right school and others click with one right away. Although it can be a really stressful process finding the right school changes your life and everyone should have that opportunity. Struggle through until you find where you fit into the puzzle, it will be worth it.

The most important would be to visit the schools and find out how well the advising system works with students to help them in deciding the classes that would best help them in their careers.

Visit the college, and then trust your instincts. You can read up as much as you want on the class sizes and campus life, but none of that really tells you whether or not that school will feel like home. Ninety percent of the people who I've spoken to have agreed with me that that first college tour/overnight/interview was all that was needed to tell if we would fit in. The sense of community and the bond you form with your college and classmates, which are strongly emphasized on our campus, are intangible; you won't find them on the website or in a brochure. Go. See. Feel. Then decide.

My advice is to find a school that satisfies your interests. Every school, I've found, has it's own personality and the students at the school illustrate that personality. Do some reasearch and find out what types of classes are offered, what are the most popular classes, where do students hang out, and how diverse is the campus in terms of ethnic background, socio-economic status, religion, and political offiliation. All of these answers will give a sense of what type of school it is. Pick a school with classes not only related to the subject you want to major in, but also the subjects you are somewhat interested in. A good number of college kids change their minds once they start taking classes. Many of my older friends who have graduated are still deciding what they really want to do. Keep that in mind when you make your choice. Lastly, don't worry to much about picking the wrong school. Every school has some pros and cons. Once you arrive on your first day, you'll find something that will make you feel at home.

Someone once asked, "What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail?" For me, I started listing instantly in my head. Slowly, but surely it is happening. I try everything I can with prays and hopes that odds come out to be in my favor. Recent years have shown me that my luck isn't the greatest, it's actually just down right terrible and very unfortunate. Even with this I still try. I am head strong, driven and focused. This is exactly how students need to be when picking a college that is right for them. Choose wisely, remember it is your future. Now, to my point..."Which college would you choose if you knew none could reject you?" Exactly. Think of the school(s) you dream of and drive yourself towards them. Don't sell yourself short. Make sure to have back up school just in case, but also make sure those back up school are where you see yourself also. As for the college experience, you'll definitely learn your important life lessons here. Good memories, bad memories are all apart of growing up. Remember be wise and think of the quote. Take it easy. :)

I think when parents and students are making a choice about college they should make sure they know the school beyond it's stereotypes. Most schools have a certain image and sometimes that does accurately portray the school's atmosphere, but not always. I think that most of the time you have to look beyond that to see what is most important to you. Emerson College is more than just a school for actors/ filmmakers and hipster kids who smoke (categories that I don't personally fit into.) Emerson has knowledgeable faculty who are experienced in what they teach, and care enough to take time to share what they know. If you are looking to choose a college, know what the faculty and classes are like, and explore the social activity on and off campus as much as you can. Mostly know that you can find happiness and satisfaction with more than one school. There are plenty out there that fit your academic and social expectations. You may not know exactly what a school is like until you get there and experience it for yourself, but you can always make it work or move on to somewhere new.