Texas A & M University-Commerce Top Questions

I would tell them to have many options and choose the best one that fits them. Also, make sure you go to a school that has a variety of things and that the community surrounding it has a lot to offer them too.

College can be difficult at times, but you always have someone who is willing to help around your campus. This is the time to live your life to the fullest and try to gain as much knowledge, friendships and relationships with professors. The people you meet now will most likely influence you later on in the future. Lastly, become involved in your campus, be proud of your school!

I would advise that you do research about the school. Then the parent and the student should visit the school to make sure it is the kind of environment they want to be in for 2 to 4 years. And after you have picked your school and are attending, participate in any of the activities that interest you.

Really know what you're looking for, both in college and learning environment and in your living environment. Now what sort of town you'd like to live in for the next four years before you make a full decision.

Look for a college that has a small enough class size and professors who are available to their students. Also, sit down togehter and decide as a family what the student feels is important for their social life. Sometimes being very involved in a small school can be more rewarding than merely being a part of something too large to touch. Big schools are a lot of fun, but when making the crucial choice in which type to attend, I would remind you that having leadership roles and being directly involved in campus activities is much easier in a smaller setting. It is also so rewarding, so no matter which you choose, big or small, ensure you become involved in at least one activity that gives you great pleasure. Be sure you will have a quiet place to study. Check out tutoring availbility. Talk with potential professors and even attend a class when you visit campus to get the real feel for what it might be like. Talk to sororities/fraternities and attend a social event while on campus if possible.

The advice I would give torospective students is don't just go to a college because your friends are attending the same one. You have to experience things on your own. You are now entering the real world and college is the best way to experience it. Remember that everyone make mistakes, but you have to learn from them, I f something doesn't feel right, then its not right. Follow your heart. To parents, trust your child. Trust that the can survive on their own. And also support them of things that they chose is right for them.

Just go were you want to, but you have to keep in mind that certain schools tend to specialize in certain degrees and that should influence your decision. For example, if you want a business degree, attending a school that tends to prioritize liberal arts ahead of other degrees probably isn't your best choice. As far as the college experience, anywhere you pick will have a diverse group of people and you just have to find where you fit in.

I'll say always start out with a small college and work yourself up

If at all possible, live on campus so that you can get some pride in your soon to be Alma Mater. You'll make friends easier, be able to attend school functions, and have a much better experience.