Missouri Baptist University Top Questions

If at all possible, complete gen-eds early and inexpensively by attending a community college. Apply for as much financial aid as possible. Consider what it is that you're really desiring to do and choose the best possible school for that career path.

Research the history and credentials of the school and see if it lines up with what you believe in.

Make sure you don't go to a school thats too big or small, you need to find one that matches all of your critera perfectly. Also you must vistit it in person before making your choice.

Parents: listen to your children, try not to decide for them. Students: Be honest with yourself when choosing a school, don't go with the flow (where everyone else is going) go where you are led. Impact your school, don't let the school impact you.

Finding the right school for a student involves several factors. A student should find a school that appeals to his needs. This may include extracurricular activities, sports, academics, religious preferences, assistance for disabilities, and school size. A student should also pick a school based on how much financial aid he recieves. The main goal when it comes to financial aid, is to graduate with as little dept as possible.

Tour the campus and take notice of not just the students and the teachers but how they interact with others and the environment. Look for the small things that will make the biggest differences; for instance how well people know each other, saying hello, or smiling as they walk by. View the facilities: classrooms, dorms, cafeteria, gym, library, etc. Watch the campus life before you. Make a check list and then pray about it. If your not religious then weigh your options. Notice the overall effect of the campus, and everything within.