Hawaii Pacific University Top Questions

I would advise parents to be more concerned about the environment of the school. I never realized what kind of school I was going to until I actually got there. The main thing is to choose a place were you know your kids will be happy and willing to succeed.

Like the NIKE commercials JUST DO IT!!! At first I was really home sick, it just took me time to settle in and find my place amongst friends. Everyone in Hawaii is so nice and helpful. I also love how the students are very diverse in cultures, because there are many international students. I get to hear, taste and see some of these cultures first hand. They end up being good friends and acquaintances at the time I?ve been here at HPU.

When looking for a school, I believe it is best to find areas that make you comfortable as well as areas that help push you to be the best you can be. It is best to find a college that will help you come out as a person, something that will truely make you experience college life and know your self better.

MY ADVICE FOR PARENTS IS THAT THEY SHOULD GO WITH THEIR CHILDS WISHES IN ATTENDING A COLLEGE AND SUPPORT THEIR OPTIONS IN ATTENDING THEIR OWN CAREER BECAUSE IF THEY CHOOSE WHAT THEIR PARENTS WANT, THEY WOULDN'T SUCCEED IN EDUCATION AND LIFE. JUST BE HAPPY THAT YOUR CHILD HAS A SET GOAL FOR THEMSELVES AND MAYBE YOU CAN OFFER SOME PLANS BUT DO NOT PUSH THEM TO DO WHAT YOUR DREAMS ARE.

I think parents need to pick schools that are friendly and focus on the students needs. Hawaii Pacific University is able to do this by having smaller classes. Everyone feels close together and by the end of the semester you feel like family. It's great when you feel like you belong which increases your desire to do well. I am so happy to get my education at HPU and make life long friends as well.

I would suggest you look for the program you are interested in and apply to at least 5 colleges to give you a choice.

You need to decide where your interests lie and make your choice based on thoses interests.

I would tell incoming students to research and visit universities. Talk to advisors and staff, make sure the university is the right fit for you.

To find the right college, parents and students need to first ask the question "what do I value?". Most college transfers leave the colleges they were attending because it failed to meet a desire that the student valued as being an essential, whether it be college life, the campus, academics, career path, or, in many cases, affordability. By making an honest and self-reflective list of what is desired most from a college, making the right choice will be much easier, and the college experience will be much more fulfilling. However, some desires may clash, such as college experience versus affordability. In a day where college is being viewed as the standard instead of the extra step into a good career, some sort of value needs to be assigned to the outcome of college, and this will lead to the question, "what is this college going to do for me?". Students need to remember that very often the first four years is not going to be the end of the higher education process, and that a jump-start into a good career may mean making that 6-8 year commitment.

Follow your desires, dreams, and goals. The key thing to remember, education is the key success. The sky is limit, and never let any obstacle stand in the way of your goals. College is a time that can fly by, so remember to enjoy ever moment and never take a class for grantite. Remember, to have fun and just follow your heart. You are in it, for you!

Determine what is most important to the student: a new environment, nearness of family, career choice, etc. Pray and trust that God will provide all your needs as you (parents and students) open yourselves up to a new chapter in your lives. Things have worked out amazingly for me and I know that God is the reason. Don't be afarid to step outside of your shell, it's totally worth it! I'm extremely greatful and blessed!

I think that it's most important to go to the college walk aroudn the campus and see what they have to offer for you... DON'T BE AFRAID TO GO FAR AWAY

For students, I would advise them to look at the size of the school and the activities or clubs that are provided. By looking into this information it will help you meet close friends and enjoy yourtime at school. Parents should look closely at the Financial Aid to make sure that your son/ daughter is eligable before apply, otherwise you might be stuck paying a lot of money. One major thing to keep in mind is to not go to a certain school because your friends are, most of the time people move on and find new friends.

If you are planning on attending a 4 year college I suggest to find a college that best fits you and one that you know you will be focused and most concentrated at because at the end, your choices and what your outlook on college is will mosty definitely benefit you in the end and everything you went through in college will be well worth it.

Visit the campuses.

The most obvious things to consider are Major, Location, Housing and Costs--however, there is much more to consider . Has the student ever been away from home for a significant amount of time? If so, how did the student do? Location is a huge factor, most students do best about an hour or two from home. A safe enough distance to provide freedom without excluding students from their safety net. Next comes finances: will the student live on or off campus, how is food provided (school cafeteria or out of pocket), how will the student get around (personal or public transportation), and what is the cost of living in prospective state? Personal experience lends me to suggest that students need to think seriously about comfort zones (roommates, distance, social scene) and plan accordingly. Arrange your class schedule early to plan time for jobs, papers, and the much needed social time. Above all, make sure that the student provides an "out" for his/herself . Overworking and high-stress situations occur most frequently during the first year, students should try to schedule a day or two off per week for themselves in order to accomplish maximum goals.

In order to choose the right college for the student, they must know what they are interested and how they would like their surroundings to be. If one is a student athlete they should consider the college's sports program in their specific sport. Also the most important is what field they are interested in going into. If money is a consideration then one would also have to see the price range for the college one thinks they are interested in. Once the student knows what they want to do and what they like it is easier to find your college.

To parents of students entering into college, make sure your child chooses the school that they want to go to and not where you want them to orelse they will simply go through college regretting the choice that they made. There are a million schools to choose from with the same opportunities from each school, so it is your child's choice to take the opportunity. After all, your child will be the one stuck in the school most likely for four years. Also, don't force your child into a career, they will choose one that they enjoy doing. To students entering into college, only you are resposible for making the most out of your college experience. Take a visit to the colleges you plan to apply to and try to picture yourself into that environment. Only you are responsible for your choice of college, not your parents. If your parents choose, then you probably won't enjoy it as much as you'd like to. You will make friends as you go along, so don't exclude yourself. Enjoy yourself and make the most of college. Study hard, have fun and you'll do fine.

Go to the best college in the country for the major you intend on completing.

Some advice i would give to students atending college is remember that your college experience is what you make it. Time management is key, there is always time to do everything that you want if you spend your time wiesly. Priorities, remember that school is first, class is important and always make time for fun too. Save your money and spend what you have wisely. Be grateful of your parents, they just want whats best. You dont have to know what your doing with your life right when you get to college, its all about finding what you want. For parents sending there kids to college. Remember that you were once their age, they will learn and please push and support your kids in what it is that they want, they will thank you in the long run.