Indiana State University Top Questions

Look at all kinds of colleges before you decide. Choose the college you felt the most comfortable at and make sure they have everything you need to succeed!

I would tell students and/or parents that when deciding the right college for themselves or their children is to make sure you or they will know that they are comfortable within the surroundings and people on the campus. Also to make sure that they are comfortable with the buildings and dorms and set up of the town and campus. As to the point of making the most out of the college experience you just need to be yourself and be open to everyone and new experiences so that your college experience is the best it can be.

Take advantage of campus tours. Ask about maybe sitting in on a class, or meeting with department heads in your field of interest. Most professors are willing. Stay on top of financial aid! Make sure EVERYONE involved (student, parents, banks, school) knows whats going on and always have a back-up plan. If you have to work, work on campus. Off-campus empolyers aren't as likely to work with your class schedule. Check with the campus career center or human resources. As painful as it sounds, go to freshman orientation. You really do pick up some useful stuff. Know how to have fun, but know when to stop. Remember that a 4.0 GPA isn't life or death. Its just a number. What really counts is the knowledge you absorb during your time in class.