Franciscan University of Steubenville Top Questions

Physically go to the college while classes are in session, talk to the administrators, but then go to the commons or the caf and just sit and listen. You will get a very good idea about what the college is really about by just listening to the kids that are already students are filling their days with.

1) Don't go for a degree, go to learn. You probably will be alone in this, but it doesn't matter, once you make up your mind to learn, no one can stop you. 2) Decide what you want to learn. If you are unsure, try to learn everything and see what stands out to you. If nothing does, then try to learn everything. 3) Remember, you can learn just as much from a hangover as you can from a textbook or lecture if you want to. 4) Just say no to the word "no".

Find a college that has a strong program in the degree you are interested in, close to home, and has a liberal setting.

I would suggest to students and parents looking for a college to make sure they visit the school before hand. Also make an effort to stay over at least on night in on campus housing. Check out the local area as well, it makes a big impact on you experience. To make the most of the college experience I would suggest not jumping into any clubs or sports freshman year, check out various groups and figure out what you want to join, there is plenty of time to commit to groups second semester freshman year and sophomore year.

Go for the college where you will be in a good, wholesome environment conducive to academic and spiritual growth. Focus on your studies but have fun too and never neglect your spiritual life.

Don't ever decide not to go to a school simply because it costs more than you want to pay. If you really want to go to that school, no amount of debt will change you experiences and how much you get out of the school if it is teh one you truly want.

Find a college that has a great program in the field you wish to study. It is time and money consuming to attend a school that does not teach well t hesubject you want to learn, plus it's really boring to study something you hate just because you want to hang out with your friends. College is a time of freedom, but not just so you can get drunk every weekend. You are investing a lot of money and time into four years, learn as much as you can, and so don't choose the party schools. Make sure that professors at the school are willing to spend time getting to know you and mentoring you. I recommend smaller schools for that. Choose a school that will make you a better human.

Find a college that will encourage you to grow as a person. Find a friendly atmosphere that is safe.

Find a college that has great professors and social life. They will help you succeed when you are struggling.

I would say that the most important thing is to not rush the decision. Look at all of the aspects of the college: academics, community life, extracurriculars, etc... After you have made the choice, get involved. Nothing is worse than being at a college with people everywhere waiting to get to know you and you are sitting in your room alone. Get out and meet people, enjoy it, and study hard.