Marshall University Top Questions

Its important to start early to take advantage of all available financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Make sure and take a campus tour and see the dorms or available housing to make sure it meets yours needs. Get involved in campus life and if at all possible stay on campus the first year.

My advice on choosing a college is to pick one where you can have an equal balance of work and play. You are going to college to get an education, to get a degree and make a difference in the world. But, even the brightest person would go crazy if they didn't have a little bit of fun. Choose a good accredited college that has plenty of opportunities for extracurricular activities as well as an awesome Greek system. I have experience in both of these areas and it is by far a few of the best decisions of my life. The most important thing I have to say about college, though, is to remember why you are there. I believe I have a good method of studying and I get very good grades. However, I have seen many friends fail classes and drop out because they couldn't control their social lives. Don't let this happen to you! So remember, stay focused, be organized, and have good time management, and college will not only be easy, but fun!!

First, be absolutely positive that the university offers a program for your major. Next, review the courses required to fulfill your major. Third, definetly tour the campus or campuses you are leaning toward and experience first-hand what the university or universities have to offer; be especially mindful of the atmosphere, that is, evaluate how you feel when walking around the campus (were you excited, happy, or uncomfortable in your surroundings). Then, weigh the pros and cons of attending this university; consider the financing available to attend, curriculum offered, available housing, available religious services, tutoring clinics, and access to outside sources like pizza parlors, movie theaters, etc. After all, students do need some outside activities to break the stress of academia.