Florida Institute of Technology Top Questions

Visit the college before you go there, and ask yourself if the major you take, really is something you want to work with when you get older. Because remember the most important thing is to do something you like to do, otherwise your chances of achieving high goals within that work will decrease.

Going to college is an absolutely wonderful experience. The most important thing I have learned from the transition is to remember the values I have learned in high school. I went to a Catholic private high school and the education and discipline I learned there has really helped me achieve at college. I would tell myself to always stay true to myself and who I am. Do not feel ashamed to be passionate about anything and always remember to focus and give it 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}

Work things out with University of Miami (my financial aid package got mixed up somewhere and came late). Florida Tech is great on paper and my resume looks great, but I'm really not enjoying myself here. I didn't want to join a fraternity, but it's the only escape from many of the laws of this money-hungry campus, and that's only because of our alumnis' relations with our plastic president. There's nothing to do in the surrounding area besides visiting the beach and you still need money. My GPA might be a little lower if I had gone to University of Miami, but that's because I'd be able to live a life and not have to work so hard to find fun around this place, while limiting my presence at parties and such. Also, I might have less busiwork and more general education, but I could gain more from outside experiences which would be more readily available. Ultimately, it always comes down to money though, so apply for as many scholarships while you have the chance.

I would say,"you know what you want out of life there is nothing in your way and you can reach your goals of becoming a aerospace engineer and setting yourself up for a path to become an aircraft or rocket designer. You know FIT is the one, trust your gut. and yes your right, you will have fun at FIT, it won't be all studying, because I know you wouldn't like that."

Selecting the right kind of college is similar to selecting the right kind of shoes; it depends on several factors. First, students need to make sure they fit. They should get their feet into campus activities via tours and workshops before they decide to join the school. Also, they should research which type of college matches their needs. Just as runners would buy running shoes, technical students might want to attend technical schools, or art students might want to join art institutes, and so on. Certain schools have good brand names, and they may interest them with an extensive record of sturdy, life-long success. Money should be the last of their worries, but it is recommended that students keep an eye in which school gives the best offers. When the students finally choose the best-fitting college, it will be like a new pair of shoes. The first days are usually uncomfortable until the students walk around enough. The academic and personal weather of their lives can leave a messy and anxious environment, but they must not fear to get their feet dirty. Ultimately, shoes and colleges serve a common purpose: to secure you in a journey worth traveling.

Don't let the cost drive your entire decision. Look at what the school has to offer for you and your education. Also, what kind of opportunities are open for you in the future. Always go for a campus visit.

Students are the ones who should make the final decision on their scholarly pursuits. The college seeking student must take into consideration what campus size they are comfortable with, and know that a campus too small is often better than a campus to big, and that being underwhelmed is better than overwhelmed. Also, selecting the class size that they best learn in is key because that will narrow their search further. Students should not live too close to home and attempt to take away their safety-net however living too far away can often be a hassle when moving and creates homesickness. They need to be sure to research their school well, see what companies look at their intended school for recruitment, how well the athletes do, what the average grades and graduation time is, even how the social life is. Parents should help with this research, however only to lay down facts for the student to look at, and not try to force the hand of the student. This can cause the student to be unhappy with the college of their choice, and in turn make for a poor college experience. Just be sure you have the right school.

This is a tough question. For me it was instinctual. I saw a brochure of the school in my sophomore year of high school and suddenly I had to check out the school. From there it was a matter of formalities, checking other schools to make sure FIT was the school I wanted to attend for the next four years. But I there is a lot of personality when it comes to choosing the right college. Are u sort of an internal person, you like it quite, a place to learn, without a lot of people, but just enough to have a small group of friends, (much like myself) than a small school like FIT is the one for you. Or do you like big crowds, with a lot going one, a million friends, a massive academic atmosphere, and a limitless amount of resources available to you than big schools are the ones your looking for. From there it's finding the college with your major or other possible majors you might take if you are still unsure, as well as activities, make sure there are extracurricular activities you would want to take part in. That's very important.

To find the right college, definately go visit the campus and do your research about it online. Check out the surrounding area. Once in college, don't just hide out in your dorm room, get out, make friends, join clubs, and get involved. It takes away the boredom and homesickness.

The advice that I would give is to start early. Scholarships are a lot harder to find and achieve than most people think. If I could go back, I would choose to start searching around my Sophmore year of high school. Also, be sure to visit the school(s) you plan on choosing. Even if you've heard good things about it, it's still neccessary to go take a look. Besides, how are you going to know if you really feel at home here or not if you don't go there first? Another good thing to do before hand, is to buy your books early and if possible from an online store versus your bookstore. While, the bookstore offers used books, they are first come first served and when buying online, you can compare prices.