Georgia State University Top Questions

For perspective students, I would advise them to do research all the colleges that they are interested in such as campus visits, asking students who actually attend the school about the school and read about what the school has to offer. Make sure you keep your parents up to date with not only your school search, but your goals as well. Once you get into the school of your choice, keep in mind that academics are your foremost priority and everything else is not nearly as important. Finally, enjoy the college experience!

Finding the right college is about knowing what you want out of your education. I chose Georgia State because I wanted to have a business degree from a strong business university in order to help me land a better job. You need to decide whether you prefer a small or large university because that will help determine how easy it will be to socialize, get involved in campus activities, get to know your teachers, etc. In order to make the most of your college experience, you need to be open-minded. College is very different from high school in that you have complete control over everything from your friends and where you live, to what classes you take. Just be sure you're open to any and all possibilities and don't forget to study!

If you want diversity I wouldn't select Georgia University.

First Check out out the college of your selection before you attend.

Parents should be involved in the college application and campus visiting process to provide support and ask questions that the student may not think to ask. The most important part in the college selection process it making sure the school of interest is the right match for the student. The first step in determining whether or not a school is the best choice for the student is finding a school that has the best program for his or her career goals. If the student is unsure of their major at the time of applying, it is a good idea to check the school website and look at the programs they offer to find out if they offer degrees of interest. Once the academic evaluation of the school checks out, a campus tour is absolutely nessessary. How the student feels while visiting the campus is usually how he or she will feel during thier time at the school. Other important factors include campus and class size, commute time, and whether or not the school provides activites of interest. Parents should provide support, but also encourage the student to make their own choices. Independence is what makes the college experience memorable.

When you are choosing a college, the number one thing you need to do is make sure that the school has the major of your choice. It would not be a happy day if you picked a school, took classes there and then realized they didnt have your major. Another thing you should look for when choosing a school is the size, you need to decide what type of class size you like, the way to do that is to look at the teacher student ratio. Then you need to think about the location of the school, in relation to home, and also in relation to where you live, if you live off campus. Getting home to the family is something to think about. Most of all, before you start going into a school, make sure you know what you are getting into, do your research.

For Parents I would advise giving your child advice about whether or not they would enjoy going to a large school. I would also suggestion advising your children to apply to more schools than they think necessary, and to schools they might not necessarily get into because you never know. Tell your child to try and have an open mind about other classmates. For children I would advise going to class as much as possible, and going to class with a mindset ready to pay attention and learn. You are paying good money to live at this school and attend the class, It's better to use your money wisely by paying attention while your in class. I would also suggestion focusing more on learning the concepts and materials than necessarily getting an A in the class. Most of the time when you learn the material the good grades come with it. If your not there to learn then whats the point?

I would tell the students that the key in finding the right college is making sure the student to teacher ratio is something that's comfortable to you. Also if the school has a good department of whatever major you decided to take up once in college. In addition when in college money is tight so if a school offers you a scholarship or grant than you should seriously consider that school because that money can help pay for books or buy school supplies. Another piece of advice would be that the idea of going to an Out-of-State school would be nice but it is cheaper going to an school in your state unless offered an scholarship. When making the most of the college experience its always good to network within your school by joining clubs, attending study groups, go to school events, etc. Other than geting an education networking is important in college because alot of doors can open up for you especially when going to the corporate world because it is based on not only what you know but who you know as well.

i would prefer students not to work while they are in school and parents to back them up while they are in school.

Its the best of both worlds. You got the city setting and the campus is in the process of getting more traditional. It is very diverse and can meet people of different races. There are alot of campus activities everyday. There is a place for everyone. You will fit right in.