Lake Erie College Top Questions

Look for the college that suits you. If you want to be a number with not much interaction from your peers and teachers, go to a large university. But, if you do not mind smaller classes where teachers know you by name, and can end up building a friendship with them, choose a small school. These small classes allow for deep discussions and allow for you to get to know your classmates and professors and build lifelong friendships. If you are interested in sports but do not want it to take up your whole life, opt for Division III or even Division II schools. At the Division III level, you can still enjoy your sport, get your school work taken care of, and still have a social life. Plus, just because it isn't D1 school, doesn't mean that it's not competitive. And finally, if you want to stand out, go to a small school where your face will be recognized from everyone on campus, where you enter a building and know the majority of the people in there, where you are comfortable and relaxed. College should feel like home.

Dont be so worried about college and the education part. pay attention to out side of the classroom you learn alot there.

For parents it is key to be supportive of your students no matter where they choose to go. For students go with your gut and pick a school that fits you. And it is always okay to change your mind if the school turns out to nto be what you needed or wainted.

My advice is to the students, since thats the point of view that I have. I would tell any prospective student to really be careful when they weigh out their pro's and con's when looking at a school. Make sure that they address all areas, such as academics, social life, distance from home, setting (rural/urban ect) athletics, and look at them all individually because each of these is so important when it comes to how much you will enjoy where you are and be comfortable, which is a major part of succeeding in school. It is also a strong recommendation to spend some time at the school, many althetic team arrange for prospectives to spend a day and a night on campus, but all students should request this so they can get a feel for the school and not just a memorized speel on their guided tour. Asking to sit in on a class that you will be taking is also a recomendation.

I would advise parents and students to take their time and really take a hard look at all schools they are considering. Be sure to visit each school, possibly more than one time and students should tlk with their parents about what they liked and did not like about each school. To get the full college experience the student needs to go through the process of visiting multiple schools and maybe even visiting some schools even if they are not interested at first because you may end up liking more than you think you would. Every school has great aspects that make that school unique and students should really take their time in considering which school to attend.

Find a school that feels right and try to get away from home, you'll be happy you did.

While it is important to think about what you want from your college and assess it on that basis, don't undervalue your gut feelings. If you analyze why a certain school felt wrong or right, you'll probably find that there are logical reasons for those feelings. Once you're in college, what you get out of it is pretty much equal to what you put in. Even if you feel that your classes are not challenging enough, you can learn by putting in more effort than might be required to pass.

Be open minded and know that the right school is out there, and you will know the minute you step on that campus, that that is where you are meant to be.

I would say to let your son/daughter choose what is right for THEM not for YOU. It is where they are spending the next 4 years of their life. Let them make that important decision. Forcing them to go to a school they don't want to go to causes depression and low work ethic, so let your child be themselves and choose what is right for them.

Attending College is a very important step in your life. Therefore take your time choosing a college or university and start your search early. Attend a college or university that will provide you with the best education you need for your career field. This does not mean picking a college or university that is the best known world wide, but pick a school you will learn best at. I chose Lake Erie College because it was a small school. I was comfortable at a small school, people knew me, the faculty knew me by my name not a number, which made me feel at home. The small campus was not overwhelming for me but inviting for me. Attend a college that best fits you as a person. Once you find the school that best fits you, make sure you get involved and experience new things. Getting involved at your college campus is very important; it provides contacts and great references when applying for jobs after graduating. Also, college gives you so many opportunities such as seeing the world. Take advantage of study tours and studying abroad because you never know when you will be given the opportunity again.