Endicott College Top Questions

I think size is the most important factor for a student like myself. I was diagnosed with learning diisabilities and Asperger's Syndrome at a young age, and the college that I chose needed to have small class sizes and the opportunity for individual attention. I also like that I can get on campus housing and parking. I have visted other schools and know that that can be an issue. I know that there are benefits to large schools and I would love to have had a big school sports program but those were not as important to me as the benefits I receive academically from the small campus. I think you need to be ready to do the work to suceed in college. Some semesters have been really tough for me but I have spent as much time as I needed doing the work. You also need to be willing to seek out help from your professors. I have never had anyone turn me down, and most of the time they go out their way to make sure you do well. Work hard and use the resources the college offers.

When i was looking for schools, I was unsure of what I wanted. I looked at some large schools, some small, some urban, some rural, etc. When I went to an open house at Endicott, the President of the school gave a speech and included a quote which I still remember today, as I found it very helpful when selecting a school to attend. He said "When choosing for a school, imagine you are looking to buy a new pair or shoes. You want to make sure the shoe is comfortable, and that you see room in the future for growth." When it came down to choosing a school, I chose the school that I saw myself most comfortable attending. Because I learn best in small classes and love the coast, I chose a school that fulfilled both of these requests. College students mainly have to remember that they should choose a school that they see themselves being a part of, that they can get involved in. I would even suggest if a student is strongly considering a school, to shadow another student who shares the same interests in classes and sports/activites for a day.

Just find something that you are passionate about for your major, and find a school that has that major, and you feel like you would have fun at. Granted you are there to go to school, but the most important thing is to have fun while you are doing it.

Just relax and have fun! Be yourself and don't worry about the small things because everything will work out in the end.

Consider all your options. Look for the right reasons. Do your research!

It?s your senior year of high school and you?re wondering where your life is headed, if you will make it to graduation, if you will end up working for a law firm or a hospital or instead with a low paying job, still trying to repay your student loans? These are a minute amount of the terrifying questions that many high school students are faced with and must overcome to make positive decisions. There are many aspects that the student and parents must consider when researching colleges including, class size, dorm life, costs, tutoring, programs, alumni, and whether the school will highlight the degree you are planning to obtain. With my current experience as a college student I feel the key to making the most out of college is being an active member of the college community. The way I see it, you can go through college strictly focused on taking tests, and handing in papers to receive an A or you can develop as an individual by being a part of activities and clubs within the college to gain life experiences and broaden your horizons as well as working hard and being dedicated to your overall education.

Do your homework early....start looking , asking a lot of questions, arrange an interview at the college....don't be afraid to ask the tough questions (crime stats, etc.), visit more than once and keep an open mind!

look around as much as u can

Students and parents should start early and look at several different options. Once you find a school you think you like take several trips back to the school, go on tours and just make sure it feels natural to be there. Also, you need to consider the obvious including how much it will cost, if the academics coinside with what you want to study, etc.

I think the most important thing you need to do before you choose a college is to sit down and make a list of what you want and what you do not want from a school. You may think this sounds a little silly, but it actually helped me so much. Consider things such as diversity, on campus activites, off campus activities, etc. The nice thing about going to a school in the United States is your ability to change schools if you are miserable where you are. This is your life, and you can make the decisions in it. Don't pick a school based on if your friends think its a good place or not. Make decisions for yourself and do research!! Look at what alumni are now doing and how the school was founded. Little details like this will make you feel at home when you decide what school is perfect for you. For parents, keep money in mind, but be supportive of your child's decision. Keep in mind, they will thank you when they are successful and flying you to Hawaii!!