Minnesota State University Moorhead Top Questions

Dear Kathleen, Before you are 30years old, you will be a single parent of 2 children. You will find yourself struggling to make ends meet, even though you are experienced in your trade. Having a college education may have helped you make it through these times a little bit easier. It may have helped you grow in your industry faster and provided more savings and comfort for you and your children. With a college education, and the possibility of growth in the path you have chosen, you could have more of a college savings for your own children@ this point in your life. Do for yourself first so that you may help others more in your future. Do not underestimate yourself or put yourself off. Your education WILL be the key to your sucess, for you and your children. Give your children the best gift you could, put your education first. SIgned, Kathleen

I would tell myself to keep my life organized and to allow for enough time to hang out with friends and socialize. Studies are important but so is building friendships.

Go to college immediately, into dental hygiene/dentistry. Which mistakes to avoid that have hung me up along the way and slowed down my success and progress in life. Tell myself to not listen to my mom every time she discouraged me from a career thought, to forget about the boys and just concentrate on the grades. The boys aren't worth a girls time until he is smart, educated, and employed. No boy is worth crying over--the one that is, won't make you cry--the one that does, isn't the one.

If i had to go back in time and talk to myself about college life, there are many different things I would inform myself on. For one, I would tell me to go to college where I want to go. I would not let myself go based on anyone else. This is one of the biggest decisions in your life and going for yourself is something you need to do. Another thing I would tell myself is to learn how to study, set the same time out everyday to do your work because once you get in that habit it is easier to keep it. I would also tell myself to look at all the options I had. Not to leave any option out in my college choices. There are so many different options, so look around. Also I would tell myself to open up, spread my wings and go with the flow. You meet so many different people in your college career and if you are stuck on people from high school you arent going to get very far. And last but not least, have fun and enjoy it. These are the best days of your life!

The three factors that I believe to be absolutely pivotal for a prospective student to consider when selecting a college or university are course selection, campus size, and student environment. Course selection is particularly important if a student has already decided on a major. If, for example, a student wishes to pursue writing, it is important for his or her selected university to have a strong English and Communications program. Having related and more specific programs, such as journalism and creative writing, would also be an important factor to consider. Campus size relates to how involved a student wishes to be on campus. A smaller campus is more intimate and tends to allow a student to participate in more activities simultaneously. A large university, however, will usually have more activities offered and enable a student to specialize in a particular area. Finally, a welcoming student environment is very important. A diverse student body, smaller class sizes, and specialized groups related to an academic major are conducive to a learning environment. A student who feels comfortable among his or her classmates will be more willing to participate in academic discussion and social activities - providing opportunity for intellectual and emotional development.

I would say that they should tour many colleges and make sure that it is the perfect one. Make sure the size is just right and the atmosphere is what they enjoy being in. Don't ever let cost of tuition be a deciding factor for what college you choose.

Even if you know you have the grades to get into whatever college you want to, make sure you take a look at a ton. If you don't, you'll be second guessing yourself more than youc an imagine. Then, to make the most out of college, really get involved in activities that will help you in your career and find friends that will support you throughout everything you do.

I think you need to find a school that "feels right". When you tour the school you should be able to picture yourself going to that school. You should take your time when looking at schools. To make the most of your college experience you should get involved on campus. You should join a club, sport, or orginization. Campus government is a great way to get involved an also make a difference. Also by joining a club or group, you make friends that last a life time.

The cost of visiting a campus prior to admittance is more cost efficient than enrolling blindly and spending thousands of dollars on a mistake. Visit several campuses and meet with several professors in your academic area of interest before making a decision on which university to attend.

Make sure the campus has a focus in your chosen field. Understand if you (or your child) are interested in graduate school or career placement. Certain schools focus on different aspects for "after university". While intentions and career decisions may change, going in with a clear plan will help your advisor and the school know how to help you. Make the most of your college experience by being involved with your department and the extracurriculars the school offers. These will look good on either job or graduate school resumes.