Southern University and A & M College Top Questions

As with any perspective student or parent of a child entering college; there are many decisions to be made. I would first of all advise them to develop a timetable to organize and prioritize their task. Start planning and researching colleges that has the program of their career choice in their junior year of high school, so by the senior year applications can be completed. Select colleges that also offer activities that meet your genuine interests, extracurricular activities and that best fit you. Make a list of the colleges selected; review their admission requirements such as; applications SAT and ACT testing, written essays, interviews and recommendations. Search the web to find out what admission officers look for in applications. Also, look into the selected colleges tuition and fees. Narrow your list down to the schools that meet your carrier choice, location and financial status. Have your guidance counselor write letters of recommendations for schools in case you need them. Complete and mail all applications prior to the deadline to each Perspective College or University to ensure they time. In conclusion define your goals and select a college environment, academic major and career that will best benefit you in the future.

It is important to find the right college for first time college students. College is a place where students attempt to do there best so they can get good jobs after graduation. College is a place where students go to learn and also have fun while trying to become whatever it is that he/she has always wanted to be. So my advice to first time college students and parents is to have fun selecting your university. Remember college is business first!!!!! Do not select a college of its reputation or the party life, select a college from what the school has to offer you after your 4 years of hardwork and dedication!!!

Attend a school that you know is best for you academic level.

I WOULD TELL PARENTS AND STUDENTS WHEN LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT COLLEGE TO MAKE SURE THEIR COMFORTABLE WITH THE SCHOOL AND SURROUNDINGS BEFORE PICKING ANY SCHOOL. ENSURE THAT THE SCHOOL IS A GOOD IMPACT ON HIGH ACADEMICS. ALSO HAVE FUN BUT REMEMBER WORK THEN PLAY.

The advice that i would give to these parents and students would be to find a school that the are most comfortable with. Upon making my decision to attend my university i asked myself ,"could I look back and be happy that i made this decision?" Find a school that allows you to enjoy everything it has to offer in addition to providing you with the best education u could receive.

Find a college that will fulfill all of the essentials. College is a wonderful time in a students life and should be enjoyed both academically and socially.

Choose the college which best fits your career objectives. Do not rush through college, nor procrastinate. I would suggest taking credits during the summer as often as possible.

Parents, I suggest that you try to save as much money for your child's education and encourage your child to give you updates about what is happening around the school. Students, try to find a college within your state that houses the field of study you want because loans are hectic on a child's life. If you can't find an in-state college, look for the cheapest and most efficient college that you will be able to have all the necessary items and convenience. Also try to find a college that you will be comfortable attending. Go to orientations and open houses, and get a feel of what life at that college would be like. Make sure that you have more than one option as to where you want to go because it's harder to get assistance than you may think.

I would tell them to visit the college before they make their decision. I would also tell them to weigh all theri options and focus in on what they want and what's best for them.

find the one that is the best for you