Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Top Questions

Pick a college that suits you, not because a parent or a friend wants you at a certain school. Go into the experience with an open mind and a willingness to meet new people. Try not to get stressed out, and take time to still be a kid and enjoy the experience of being in college.

A rewarding college experience isn't about the size of the university, it's about the connections you make and the bonds you create while advancing towards your future.

First i want to start with the parents advice, because that's where i encountered my problems. Parents need to know the child needs to find what feels right for them. If your child connects to a school or just has a feeling that this is right for me just support them. Support them no matter what they choose. Also parents don't make your child choose a school that YOU want them to attend they won't be happy, unless that's what they genuinely want to pursue as a school. And for the future college students follow who you really are and you will be happy always!!! When i was choosing a school i was scared and didn't know what to do, i was confused and scared to fit in. But the school i choose i just had a good feeling about from the first time i heard a representative talk about the school at my high school. I really feel it was meant to happen and i followed what i wanted. Now i'm doing well and having a great time. Also take advantage of what programs are offered to make friends it's worth it!

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The best advice I can give any parent or student is to make sure you find a school that supports and is always advancing your paticular area of study, and for any student if you are unsure of your course of study make sure you choose a well rounded college so when you do find your particular course of study you do not find yourself struggling with underqualified professors and equipment/classrooms. Also make sure you get to talk to many professors in your course of study or the college as a whole.

Research carefully what your school costs and plan ahead of time and arrange scholarships and financial aid.

I would tell parents and students to start looking early and to visit as many campuses as possible. Also, to think about what major the student is considereing, the kind of area they want to be in, how far from home they want to be, and what weather they prefer when they are searching for colleges. I would also tell the parents to try not to influence their child's decision, because it is going to be their child's experience, not theirs. When you find the right college, you will know. The student should try different things and pursue their interests to get the most out of the experience. Also, I'd tell the student to not forget about why they are there, which is for an education, so they should go to class and study. If they can balance school and their social life, they will have a good experience.

Most colleges have something for everyone and I think people place too much emphasis on their choice. I chose my school because it was very close to my family and friends and although I could've gone someplace completely different from where I grew up... Kutztown was perfect for me and really, perfect for anyone and I feel most colleges are.

Visit all campuses, and get involved. The school offers so much, which should be taken advantage while you have the chance.

Advice that I would give to parents that have children in college would be to just simply trust them. They have had you guide them throughout about 18 years of their life and you have to trust that when making decisions, they will have your voice in the back of their mind guiding them to make the right, responsible choice. Just trust your parenting and your child and have confidence in them that they will be excellent students. Advice that I would give to the students would be to really enjoy college and use this experience as a learning experience. Make sure to stay focused and determined to succeed right from the start. There is no room to make academic mistakes. Remember that ayour cademics come first then your social life. It is also important to join clubs, volunteer, and even join some intermural athletic teams but that is a great way to get involved, meet some new people, and it's a great way to start building up your resume for the future. Just make sure to be responsible, make good decisions, stay determined and focused and you will do fine!