Southeast Missouri State University Top Questions

Try new things. Get out of your dorm room. Go to college where you can actually see your self living for 4 years.

Finding the right college and making the most of the college experience is not as stressful as it may seem. The most important thing to remember when trying to find the right college for you is looking for the best match to your lifestyle and your interests. The long search will pay off in the end if you keep that in mind. To make the most of the college experience you must remember to get out there and make new friends. Get involved in an extracurricular activity or an on campus job. This will enable you to see new prespectives and broaden your mind. Also, be sure to do what makes you, and only you, happy no matter what. The college experience is unlike any other so head into it with an open mind and be sure to enjoy your life.

Make sure its a place you can feel comfortable in and not feel totally out of place. At first it is werid and strange, but you'll get used to it and hopefully end up loving it.

Take toursand talk to students who are currently attending each university. Think about what you want to do with your life and career and search universities based on academic highlights. Assess yourself: what you like, who you are comfortable with, where you are comfortable, interests and pick a university accordingly. Do not let others influence where you will attend. Of course take opinions and ask others of experiences, but go where you truly want to go. Don't let parents choose what university you will attend. Get involved!! Do something besides going to class; whether it be a job, extra curriculars, intramural sports, student government etc. I have seen many college students in their first semester do nothing but go to class and become depressed. Involvment makes students feel that the university is THEIR school and they belong there. Balance between academics, work, and socializing. It is extremely important to take your studies seriously because college determines where will you be and what you will be doing in the next four or so years. However, it is also important to take and break and have fun because without fun, you will burn out quickly. Keep healthy.

Make sure it is what the student wants.

Students who are searching for the right college need to start the search early. I did not start my search until late in my senior year of high school. I also was closed minded about where to go to school., but that was a horrible idea. Lastly, research how much financial aid the school offers.

I would advise them to relax. Choosing a college can be very succesfull and there are many schools for each one of us. Finding the right college takes research and visits, but don't be scared to make a decision. There are lots of schools for every student out there and if you find you made the wrong decision, you can always transfer. Just relax and enjoy the journey without the stress that can sometimes overwhelm you and scare you out of a decision that you might later regret.

The college experience is a great way to find yourself.

When it comes to chosing a college, I would not look in your home town. You should get out and see the world; you need to get away from your parents protection and do things for yourself. My advice is to go to a college that is far enought away so you can't live at home, but not too far away so you can still go home for breaks without having to spend a fortune. I would also recommend finding a liberal educatin college. This will allow you to learn a little bit about everything, making you a well rounded person and more employable. Small class sizes are another thing to look for; its hard for your professor to learn who you are and what quality of work you produce when there are hundreds of studants in your class. The biggest part of chosing a college based on your desired major. For example, if you want to be a nurse, check to see if they have a good nursing program and try to talk to a student currently in the program to see what its like. Take your time looking, apply many places, and be picky.

College is a great experience and much more than books and classes. To the students, I would advise getting involved in school clubs and activities. It's a great way to meet new people and keep your mind off of things such as homesickness. I would also strongly advise doing research on your professors before picking out classes. The teacher is what makes a class good or bad. Ask around before choosing a particular teacher, find out which ones are best. Going off to college is tough for parents too. I would advise parents to step back and allow the student to pick the college. They are going to have to be more independent while away from home, and it's never to early to start practicing.