Mississippi University for Women Top Questions

I would give the students this advice, choose the best college for you, the college that supports your major and no the college that all your friends are goin to. Choose the college that is accredited an dyou will be successful. The best choice for you is to do what's best for you.

don't force a child to go directly into college from high school. I am an older student and am doing much better, grade wise, because I've settled down and can focus on school now. If a child is not self-motivated in high school then college should wait.

The best advice I could give to parents/potential students would be that Mississppi University for Women has made the transition to a university from a high school flow so smoothly. The classes are small and even though the work is college level, you are not threatened by a huge class where the professor does not even know your name. At MUW, social clubs are a big part of the campus. The Stark Recreation Center is full of exercise equipment for those looking to get in shape or maintain their weight and is also filled with fun recreational sports like basketball. I would recommend MUW to anyone who was looking for a good school. I've made great life long friends here and the professors have taught me well so far and will work with me if I'm struggling. This is a great school to consider for anyone, no matter the major.

Your academics are important. Find a great college that focuses on that and getting you prepared for your career after school. It's also important to find a place where you feel at home. It's vital to be happy and feel welcome while you're getting your education.

I would tell parents and students to keep an open mind. You are not always going to end up at your first choice school, and even if you do, you might not love it quite as much as you thought you would. Visit as many schools as you can, and go with your gut feeling. As silly as it sounds, I knew the second I stepped foot on the W's campus that that was where I wanted to be. And I was right. I get frustrated at times, but I would not trade my experience here for the world. As for making the most of your college experience, try new things. Something you never would have given the time of day in high school may be exactly where you find your niche in college. Do not close your mind to any new activity until you yourself have tried it. Study hard, but do not forget to have fun. You only have this experience once in your life. Make memories to tell your grandkids years from now, memories enough to write a novel. If you get through school, and all you have is a degree, it was not worth it.

I would say pick a college/university that best fits you. Visit the college/university several times, try to get to know some of the students, falculty and staff, observe a couple of classes, and see what financial assistance is available. Then pick the one that is right for you . Make the most out of your college experience by balancing the work load and social activity. Too much of either one is not good for you. Don't overload yourself with too many classes especially your first semester take time to learn how to study and learn what the professors want from you because they are all different. Seek help if you need it, don't skip class, and don't get behind in your work. Most of all make new friends, make good choices, study hard, and enjoy college life! It is very exciting!

College is a huge step in a person's life and should not be taken lightly. One should find a multitude of colleges that offer the field that he or she is interested in. Then mark out the ones that don't have the "right" price or my be too far away from home. Then visit the colleges that are left on the list and apply to the ones you feel are suited for you. Apply to your top choice first and then work your way down the list and wait to see what happens. After being accepted you then must make the most of your college experience. Always remember the reason you are at college is so that you may obtain an education. Yet that is not the only reason you are here. You are also here to make life long friends and learn how to live on your own. One way to do this is to get involved on campus. Join clubs and get involved in events that are hosted on and around campus. Make not only friends yet conections for your classes to come. College life is not all about studying, but about haveing an adventure.

Its okay to change your mind half way in. Who knows what they want to do when they are eighteen?

Visit the schools you are looking at. The one that you are meant to go to will just shine to you. I was afraid to chose the school I'm at now, and then I spent a weekend on campus living the college life, and I fell in love. It's my home now, and I wouldn't trade it for the world.

Parents and students, there is a secret in finding a college that meets the academic, social, and career goals for prospective students. Do you want to know what that secret is? Well? OK, here it is? According to Education Research Institute at UCLA, college freshmen seek: -Academic reputation -Job placement success -College size A good starting place is the location of the college. Is the college close enough to home? Being far away may not be the best choice for the newly independent college student. Size does matter. Research tells us a main cause of student dropouts is due to the lack or the ability to ?fit in.? Students from small high schools may have difficulty in large colleges. How approachable are the instructors? Not only does size matter, but also student support. Does the school offer student services, especially for new students who are adjusting to a new environment? Besides the academics, does the college have a variety of social activities that engage students to be a part of the ever changing world. Now, you know the secret. Visit the college campuses to get a good feel for the environment, and then go and share your secret about college.