La Roche College Top Questions

What should every freshman at La Roche College know before they start?

Schevontai

Make sure that's a college where they can be themselves, and get the education that they want and equally deserve at the same time.

SaQuane

You should thoroughly check out the school, by talking to alumni and other sources. Try looking at schools in other countries. Like the Caribbean, where they value education and it is cheaper because of there currency.

Joshua

Do not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. The more you step out of it, the more satisified you will be in the end. Also, do not be afraid to be embarrassed or do something you wouldn't ever picture yourself doing. My first week in college I sang at Open Mic Night--and I cannot sing very well. Do community service. Helping others not only helps those in need but you actually help yourself become a better person. Take responsiblities of your actions and do not be afraid to stand up for your beliefs. Be yourself.

Jeannette

Look for a school that best fits you and what you're going for. don't go to a school because people say it's good or because you think you should make the decision yours(the students) only

Alyson

When looking for the right college visit a large variety of schools with your major. Go to both small and large schools, public and private, and suburban & urban or rural. Try to find a school within your price range, but there are always scholarships available. Online college search engines are a great way to find a starting list. Over night visits might also be helpful.

Ashley

Have fun, but do your work. Find things that make you happy and makes you fit in with the right type of people at college. stay out of trouble. Make fun of the college that you chose to go to.

Melissa

My best advice to anyone trying to find the right college is to visit as many schools as you can. Get a feel for what is right by seeing what each school has to offer. Some schools make look and sound great from the brochure but could be an awful school. Make sure that the teachers are willing to help you succeed and not just there to spit out information out of a textbook. College is not all about going to class and studying all the time. Have fun and meet new people because college is a time to meet life-long friends. Study hard and still keep time to socialize. College can be a blast, you just have to ignite the spark.

Megan

If you want your children to grow up in a culturally vast and fun learning environment then you should choose La Roche. It has a catholic background with little emphasis on it.

Jennifer

When choosing a college to attend you want to choose one that fits your personality. If you like to party and let lose then choose a school that offers that. If you are focused mainly on your academics then choose a school that has the best program for your major. Lastly if you want a balance of academics and social there are many schools at your figure tips. One big tip when choosing a college is to remember it?s not permanent. There is no rule that says that you cannot change schools if you don?t like your first choice. One last thing, remember that you can be whoever you want to be in college, but the best advice I have for you is just be you. Don't try to change who you are, but just try to put yourself out there more so you can meet new people. This will pay off in the long run.

Annamarie

I have now attended two different colleges over the past three years and the best advice that I can give is to look at a wide variety of schools and to sit in on a class or two at each school. Make sure that you look at at least one school of each size to be sure about what you're really looking for. What you have in mind may not be what you really want in the long run, so it's good to look around before making decisions, even if you think you know what you want. Sitting in on classes is extreemly important as well. You need to get an idea of what the professors are actually like during class and what the class sizes are like. This can very often be a deciding factor in your decision and you cannot always rely on what admissions coucelors tell you. Make sure you take a look first hand. Other than that, I'd say to definitely make class and schoolwork a priority but don't forget to make some time for yourself to relax and enjoy your time in college, otherwise you'll never make it through.