Georgia College and State University Top Questions

Before you make a choice of what college you go to, make sure you visit the college. Also, when you visit, don't just visit the campus, but to definitely visit the surrounding area to give you a good idea of what kind of background the school gives.

I would tell students to not pay to much attention to their parents when deciding where to go, except about finacial parameters. Its the student going to school. Talk to the people that graduated before you. What do they like and dislike about their school. Do not talk to the kids that are just a year older, but the ones that have been there a while, and have had a chance to settle in. Visit the school a few times. Look and see how the people on campus act. If they are like you, if they seem to do the same things you do, than chances are you will fit in. Also, look at a class catalog. See what the school offeres. If you know what you want to study, then there is no point in going somewhere that does not offer the courses you need. After all, you are there for an education. Finally, look at the town/city around the school. Is it somewhere you want to live? Because that is the actual place you will have to call home for hopefully four years.

I would advise students to ask themselves what they value the most. Therefore, when they visit a campus, they should see if they can identify these special values at the college. If they want to have personal relationships with the staff of the college, they should choose a smaller college with small class sizes. If they know what they would like to pursue in life, they should pick a school that is known for that field. When they visit a campus, they should also look at the surrounding area of the college. This area will provide them with what they physically need in life: food, health services, work, activities, and places to volunteer. Work is needed so the student can contribute to the school's community and have purpose. Students should observe the campus itself, and ask themselves if the campus if uplifting and safe. Students should also see the the school has plenty of resources. Housing is also very important for students to look at because they will spend most of their time there. Housing should be affordable, reliable, and plesant. Parents of the students should support their child's decision if it will make them happy and successful.

You have to find a college that fits best with you. It will come to you dont try to force a college on yourself because you think thats where you should go. Follow your heart it will lead you to the best college for you

Dear Student: As you look for the right college, think about where you can see yourself growing the most. College isn't about finding where you feel the most comfortable and finding the same friends you've always had. In actuality, college is about meeting people and friends who help you ask questions about who you want to be. The best part about your college years is finding out what you personally believe in and what kind of people you want to surround yourself with. To make the most of your college experience, try new things...do something you've never done before, but most importantly, don't compromise what is true to who you are inside. It is important to keep an openmind, but try to make choices that you will regret. There is so much freedom in finding who you are, but just be smart enough to listen to what your heart and mind are saying. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, because that is what learning is all about. Be excited about the future and always look for an opportunity to learn and grow. By doing this, you'll find yourself to be happy and free.

The best advice that I can give is to pick the college based on the major desired. Never pick the major to justify going to a particular school. Picking the college for the major is the best way to garuntee that the program is the best one for the student. Although picking the school first, then the program can result in the best match, the odds are much slimmer. Second, don't be afraid to let social lives suffer. The student is at college to learn - not to play. Socializing may make the academic more tolerable, indulging in social events too often has the affect of reducing GPAs , not boosting them. So never be afraid to skip an event because of school. Third, start off by over working. It is alot harder to increase your work ethic than it is to start procrastinating.

Finding the right college is something that I was dreading. All those applications and the same questions over and over again. And then there are those questions that you can't even answer, and then you have to run to mommy and daddy for help. My suggestion is to sit down with your parents and fill out the applictions together. You can learn from each other and really find out what you are looking for in a college. Are you interested in the social life, academics, how big it is, or how far away it is? You should rank all of these from most important to least important. That way when you get back your acceptance letters from more than one school it will be easier to pick. Lastly, all I have to say is get involved. No matter where you go you need to find a good support group that will always be there. Find people that are interested in the same things as you. But make sure these things are healthy and beneficial to your well-being. These friends will help you through your journey to the next chapters of your life. Don't ever loose them.

The students need to pay attetion in class. That's all it really takes. Just put a little effort in.

The first thing I thought about was distance away from home. I wanted to get away from home but I didn't want to get to far away and GCSU is just the right distance. I think you should look at what you want to do. You need to check if the school you want to attend has the major you want and if they do how good that program is. Next I would check out size. Do you want a large or small school? You should also look at the social life. Are there fraternities and sororities and intramural sports.? Check to see if there are other clubs or organiations you would like to be a part of. All of these things played a part in my choicing and making the most of my college life.

My first piece of advice is to do your research on all the different colleges available. Take tours of the campuses, scheduled and unschelduled, and talk with students who know what is going onl. Ask as many questions as you can, find out every detail that you will need to know. All students should get involoved with school events; by doing so you are being part of something and it will benifit you in the end. Housing is a major issue with colleges, I would find out the prices, saftey, transportation to and from, food resoucres, and comfort. If you are not forced to live in the dorms your Freshman year I would recommend it. Not only is living in the dorms cheaper you get a great experience, and if you don't like it then after the first year you are free to move out. Also look into scholarships, everything is getting more and more expencive and it is hard to keep up with all the finances. Take time and search for the different opportunties out there. Last but not least, have fun in college and study hard.