Southeastern Oklahoma State University Top Questions

Definately visit the campus first and see if it "feels right". Go on a school day to see what an everyday would look like at the university. Take a look at the DORMS as well.

Go with a college that fits you and not you budget or your parents.

I would say to pick a college where you at least know one person and are friendly with them. Go to class on time, and don't procrastinate. Try to stay away from parting and drinking. It just slows you down. Go as a full time student and try to get everything done asap.

I suggest that everyone should pick three or four different colleges at least and consider how many areas fit in with the applicant's personality, learning style, and preferred living arrangements. I also suggest that the applicant try to familiarize themselves with the campus's security systems, offices, and important phone numbers so that they'll know what to expect and where to go if they they attend it. They should also do their best to get out and meet new people there so that they can develop more of a diversity in their interests and abilities. They should never go anywhere at night by themselves and keep the partying, drinking, and other questionable behaviors to a minimum. They should also be careful of what they post on social websites and change their passwords often to avoid something unpleasant happening. Broadening horizons while maintaining safe behavior is the most important thing I can stress.

When you're looking for a university, don't just consider at price and location. Look for a university that will best suit your personal needs. And when you get there, get involved! As a recipient of SOSU's Top Ten Freshmen award, I know that if you really want to have a great college experience, you have to get out and do something. Don't just go to class and sit in your room. College is what you make it... So why not make it great?

College is what you make it. You will only get what you put in. Nothing is just handed to you, however, it never hurts to ask for help. People know each other here. We build relationships and make connections. We learn and we grow. Then we go on to bigger and better places.

Find a place that is the right size for you! Make sure you love the campus! Also, know what you plan to major in so that you can stay on track for your degree plan!

Trust your gut instinct when you first walk on the campus. Remeber, you will LIVE here for the most influential part of your life. Once you're there, find something to get involved in. Go Greek, join the Choir, involve yourself in Collegiate Ministries, just find yourself something to do other than classes and sleep. If you don't you'll end up physically and emotionally sick! Also, it helps you be held accountable by your peer group. If you have a whole bunch of friends, you're more likely to share a class with one of them. That way, they can bug you when you don't show up to class! It's really positive to have someone say, "Hey, I missed you in Sociology this morning. Let me get you the notes if you promise to never miss again." Finally remember to enjoy the process beginning to end including looking for your college all the way through Graduation! It's the most fun you'll have! Make the best of it!