Suffolk University Top Questions

Picking the right college was one of the hardest decisions I ever made. It is going to influence who you will become and what you will do as an adult. So once you have picked the right college you want to ge the most out of it obviously. Your spending all this money, you need to get your money's worth. My advice is to speak up in class, talk to teachers and talk to new people in your class or dorm room. Take advantage of teachers office hours if you have a question about anything, they love even talking about subjects other than the class your taking. I know when I first came to school I was very shy and held back but I have stepped out of my comfort zone because I have been so inspired by how outspoken and intelligent my classmates are that it makes me want to speak up. Also make as many friends as possible because as much as you love a school, if you don't have a good group of friends lean on during those tough finals or a night on the town, I guarantee you that you will want to transfer.

To find the right college parents have to leave their opinions out of it. New students must be able to feel comfortable and at home almost immediatly. A large part of the college selection process is about feeling, not statistics and rankings. There are so many to choose from, there will always be a right fit for everyone, therefore it is important that the student feel at home, however some may not find a school that they love. Just like relationships with people, it takes time to get to know one another, and a perfect fit may not always be clear immediately. It is also important to remember that things can change, a student can always transfer or decide to go somewhere else. Most importantly the parents need to remember that their child is the one going to be living there and getting the most out of the education, therefore even though they may be paying for it, what the child loves is more important than what the parent wants. Mot of all students need to learn to break out of their home routine and therefore different is a great thing, even if its scary at first.

Go on tours and ask lots of questions to students who go to the college. One tour can really make all of the difference. Decide what you want, if you want a city school, and a country school. Campus life, sports or being independent and making your own fun. College is what you make of it, decide what you want your expierence to be.

You can make the best out of any college. To find a place that can suit all your needs is probably one of the hardest things a high school student will ever do, but once you go to wherever it is you choose, YOU have the power to make it better. Never have regrets and follow that hunch, that instinct, and you will find that the choice you make was the best. If you end up transffering, which is also a life changing opportunity, do it, but remember that you learned something great from this expirience. Consider everything and choose right, but when in doubt, follow your instinct and never look back.

Location, People, Family, Education is key. And should make your primary decision.

Personally I would measure the cost of traveling far away and take into consideration every vacation and holiday you would like to go home. I chose my school because it is not only fairly close to home, but it is also in the best city in the world (boston). A good piece of advice would be to decide if youd rather a rural or a city campus because the activities and ammenities will vary greatly between the two. I sacrificed having a big closed campus for having a whole open city at my fingertips.

I would advise that the atmosphere of the institution be appealing to both the student and/or parent(s). This is the most important part of going to college. If you aren't in a comfortable environment, you would be less likely to want to acheive and succeed. The whole point to going through higher education is to succeed in life. So, Iwould visit/tour the institutions that you have been accepted to, prefereably during a semester. This way you can observe the interactions of the staff, student, programs, etc. My next emphasis would be on the accreditation the school has for the major that you are looking into. This is important, but I don't think it is that big a deal. A degree just shows that you have the determination and self discipline to hold your own in the real world.

you look for a school that best fits your interests and your major. you should also make sure your kids go to a school they want to attend as opposed to one the parents want them to go to. Have fun in school enjoy college be safe, and make sure you always have time to study since you are paying for a wonderful experience.

I would advise physically visiting each of your top five choices in order to gain a sense of the regular classroom atmosphere and everyday student involvement. Choose a school with students who ask lots of questions and are truly excited about learning, they motivate each other towards success. When you find the "perfect school" don't be deterred by the financial cost, there are thousands of scholarship and aid organizations ready to help you. Be confident in your choice and that it is right for your future. If you're not excited about learning when you step into your first classroom, chances are you won't be satisfied when you graduate. Best of luck in your search, David

Choosing a school should be based on what you hope to gain from your experiece. If you want to gain a social network, go to a party schoo but if you want to succeed in a professional field, it is necessary to weigh your options out. Choose a school where if there is a chance you may change your major, that they will accomodate that in order to prevent having to transfer and starting over again. Also, talk to strangers...even if it's a simple question about class... I have made many long term friends doing just that. Don't be afraid to try something new such as a class you may not have previously been interested in. Do not only socialize with people just like your friends from back home. Try to stay strong emotionally and academically because both can affect each other. Learn as much as you can because even if you may not use it in your career, it is still important to somebody. Most importantly, don't get too stressed out because you will not accomplish anything with 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} satisfaction.