Texas A & M University-College Station Top Questions

Look at every school possible. I had my mind kind of set as to where I thought I wanted to go, and it turned out I was not even close. In fact, I was not even in the correct geographical region of the country! So, if there is a school that seems to hard, or too expensive, still give it a look because it probably is not as intimidating as it appears. If you work hard enough, you can go to school anywhere you want.

I would like to give parents and students the same advice I wish someone would have given me and my family. To the parents, realize that college is the place your child will be for the next 4 years, and their major is one that they are stuck with for life. Let them choose. I know you want the best for your child, but they're old enough to make decisions for themselves now. To the students, don't take school too seriously. I know it's the most important thing in your life currently, but after these 4 years, you are going to want to be able to say you networked and made some meaningful relationships with people. If you feel overwhelmed with studying, take a day off and have some fun time. It will keep you from losing your mind. Good Luck and STUDY!

The main reason people go to college is to become a more skilled individual to get better jobs. When you look at universities and their alumni networks, compare them to that of Texas A&M. The Aggie ring is a relic and is one of the most powerful bands to be worn on anyones hand. I have friends who have had entire hotel bills covered while on a study abroad in Europe when and Old Ag saw her ring and talked to her. The Aggie Network is the largest of its kind and will connect you to anyone or any job you could ever want!

Dare to dream. Don't limit yourself. If you have a dream school don't be afraid to go for it, even if it's out of your financial ability. There are tons of scholarships and grants available for you, you sometimes just have to be willing to take time to find them. Even if you have to take out loans don't worry, because in the end after you graduate and get the job you always wanted, you will see that it was all well worth it. While you're in school, get involved! Try something new! This time could be your only opportunity in life to do that certain something you've always been curious about or interested in. Step out of your comfort zone and meet new people, let experiences teach you to be well rounded and cultural. College only lasts a few years so take advantage of the time and all of the resources you are offered as a student. "When I grow up I want to be..." is not just a fantasy, it can become real!

Go with your gut. Visit colleges and talk to random people to see what they think. Look at rankings and job placements and how your specific major stacks up

In regards to finding the right college, my advice would be to choose a school that has degrees related to your interests. Many people follow their high school friends, significant others, or allow their parents to determine what college they chose. Think about what you want to do, what interests you, and make the decision thats best for your future. To make the most of your college experience I advise to balance school and extracurriculars. Get involved in organizations, meet people, and don't forget to go to class. Moderation and Balance! Never let fun get in the way of school, and never let school ruin your fun! If you choose the right major, the people in your classes will become your friends because of your shared interests. School then becomes a lot of fun! Eventually the line between "play" and "school" becomes blurred, and class becomes another way to spend time with your friends. College is about growing and learning; be sure to allow yourself to grow and learn both intellectually and in life in general.

Look for schools that offer programs that you're interested in and can make a career of. After you've narrowed those down, look at alumni networks, this is where your jobs are going to be. Alumni want to hire people from their alma maters. Look at what you'll be doing in your free time. Does this school have a lot of organizations to get involved in? Does it have atheltic events to attend? Once you've narrowed down your choices to a few schools, visit the campus and make your decision based on how welcome you feel there. You'll know when you get there. Once you start classes, get involved! You'll make a lot of friends and learn how to budget time between school and outside activities. Go to athletic events! You are filled with a sense of pride and you know that you're part of something so much bigger than yourself. It is absolutely incredible! Have fun, study, and enjoy your time in college. You'll never have this experience again so make the most of it!

Pick the college that will set you up for success. You want to surround yourself with the type of people that you want to be like. You also want a school that has a strong network of alumni. In this world everything is about relationships. You will learn as much in college as you want no matter where you go to school. The same thing can be said for relationships but some schools just have much greater oppurtunities than most. Don't let money be a factor. A college education is something that no one can take from you. You can pay on student loans forever if you have to. More important than where you go is what you do once you get there. Make the most of it.

1. Avoid the bandwaggon affect, go where you think you will fit in best as a person. 2. It will make it much more enjoyable if you align your personal views with the common views of the other students at the school 3. If you plan on taking 15 hours, sign up for 18 and after the first week drop the class that seems least likely for you to succeed in, no need suffering for a whole semester. 4. Find a professor each semester in a class you are enjoying and doing well in and take some time to get to know them, ask questions, and you could have an awesome reference when you are jobhunting. 5. Don't think that in college you will be any better at waking up for an 8 am class if it was already a struggle in high school 6. Join a group, being involved is the best way to meet people with similar likes and interests and to keep you busy. 7. Study abroad, there are so many different programs to choose from and the opportunity only comes once in a lifetime. 8. Study - overstudying is never a bad thing, ever.

Don't pressure your children into choosing what you think is best for them. Odds are they know better of what suits them in a college than you do. Oh, and don't buy meal plans. They're out to cheat you of your money, and your children won't go hungry without them, as there is plenty of food around campus for them to eat.

By far the most important piece of advice anyone could give to a prospective college student would be to go where you feel comfortable. Trust me, you can learn just as much information at a local college as at big university, but you won't be able to enjoy yourself if you are in an uncomfortable situation. Always visit the place you want to attend because no matter what it says in brochures or on the internet, you just don't know until you go. Don't listen to jaded high school classmates who have biased opinions of a school based on what their parents said: only you can make the decision at where you want to spend the next four years of your life. Also, make sure while in college that you get your priorities straight. Planning is also something college students seem to lack. Have a vision for the future and plan your major and classes around that vision. For example, if you want to go to medical school, don't mess around your first year. Or if you want to go into engineering, try and get a job lined up before you graduate.

The right college should be a place that resonates with the student in two primary fields: academics and overall college life. The school should have both the student's desired course of studies and the right faculty to properly educate the student in his/her field. Academics should challenge the student and make him/her work toward their degree, while also equipping him/her to succeed in the real world away from the classroom. What good are years of study if they don't teach students how to properly function in their chosen fields? The college life at the institution a student chooses should fall in line with his/her beliefs, morals and desires. The kind of school a student goes to shouldn't clash with his/her personality, nor should it put the student in a situation in which (s)he is forced to compromise who (s)he is and what (s)he believes. Quiet, relaxed introverts shouldn't attend party schools, nor should strongly religious individuals attend staunchly secular schools. In finding a college with a lifestyle matching the student's, it will be ensured (s)he will make the most of the college experience.

Texas A&M is the best school in the country, don't cheat yourself by going somewhere else.

Go visit College Station!!!! Go visit, go outside of a tour and ask normal students what they like and dislike about the school. If you talk to normal people you will be a more real answer.

The best advice I can offer after one year of school at Texas A&M is to take advantage of all the opportunities that are made available to students. Whether your need is for financial assistance, emotional support, or academic concerns, there are people and offices across the university to help. My experience is that far too many freshmen students sit in their dorms or apartments and worry about how they will get through the challenges of being away from home for the first time and how to best navigate the large-school system. Help is available but will not come to your front door and knock. Help must be asked for. And literally, all you have to do is ask.

I think it is very important for parents and their kids to tour each college, and talk to some of the students at the college they are interested in attending. By talking to the current students at a University, prospective students get a feel for what to expect from that college. It is very important to find the right college for yourself, because not only is that where you'll be living for the next 4 years of you life, but the friendships and connections you make in college will help you out in life. You want to find a place where you can be yourself and fit in. One thing I would advise students just heading off too college to do, is to be very open to everything around you. Yes, most students are probably sad that they're leaving their family and friends, but they need to be willing to meet people and make new friends, because if you don't their college experiences will not be very fun. Most students only spend 4 years in college, so I would advise all students to make the most of it and do some things you wouldn't normally do.

When it comes to finding the right college, the best advice I can give is use the resources around you: look up school reviews online, VISIT THE CAMPUS, talk to several people who attend the school and can descirbe what it's actually like, as opposed to recruiters. Once you have selected a school, make sure to get involved. My school has tons of intramural sports, and many many students enjoy taking part. Or, find a club you like: chess? video games? But don't forget to focus, especially your freshman year. Meet people and have fun, definitely, but remember that freshman year is a huge transition and it's a really good idea to ease into it. For example, don't join three clubs and take leadership positions in all of them, sign up for eighteen hours, and expect to be able to go out four nights a week. A good piece of advice is to live on or very near campus your first year, take a low-moderate class load, get a meal plan, and join maybe two clubs that you like. You have four years to get everything done, so don't overload that first year.

To find the right college you need to first do your research. Search for schools that offer your expected degree plan, the size you want, location, as well as public vs. private. Once you've narrowed down your choices to about three or four schools, you should visit all of them. Try to envision yourself at each of these campuses. If you don't get a good first impression or feeling, then this school is probably not for you. Make sure you feel comfortable and happy at the college you choose. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions, get them all answered so you can make the right decision. Most importantly, choose your school for you and you only. Not for your best friend or boyfriend/girlfriend, this is your life, not theirs. The best advice I can give for when you get to college is to join an organization. Be committed to one and stick with it. Don't try to join too many or you'll get overwhelmed. More importantly, stay on top of your studies. Don't let yourself fall behind because it's very hard to catch up again.

When choosing your ideal college out of your best options, consider the three aspects of your college experience: opportunity, community, and style. Firstly, opportunity, in terms of academics, is most important! Consider what career path you might want to take, and how your potential school can prepare you for that career. Next, think about the college's community. Consider the placement of the school, and what the school stands for. Consider the kind of friends you want to make, activities you want to be involved in, the kind of area you want to live in, and how far you want to be from home. And, lastly, but still importantly, style. Consider the size of school you want to be in. Consider your own style and personality, and think about how it will work with the school's style. These three aspects will ensure you're well suited to your new home away from home. When you get to college, simply be yourself. Remember who you are, but be sure to try new things. Work your butt off, but still have fun. Get involved, but don't get too involved. It's all about balance. That's the key to success.