The University of Alabama Top Questions

I would tell parents and students to take tours of any school they are interested in because it can change your total perception of the school. You might think the school is the one for you, but when you finally step on campus it could totally change and be nothing like you expected or be everything you expected. So, look into everything and make sure you (the prospective student) makes the final choice of where you want to end up.

When finding the right college, students should attend a full orientation. Also, students should spend the night on campus to get the full efffect of campus life. If a student does this with several different colleges, he or she will be able to narrow down the decision.

The biggest mistake I believe I made in choosing a college was not choosing based on the schools reputation in my planned major. The University of Alabama is not known for its engineering; it is known for football and business. I would also suggest that students should not join fraternities or sororities, as this limits the people you can socialize with. Other than that, I would just say to make sure you can meet new people; do not go to a college that all of your friends are going to.

Start Early! The key to finding the right college and enjoying the college experience is to start early. Being potent in all your decisions will allow you to take full advantage of the college life.

I would advise that you weigh all your options and decide which school is best for your major. I went to my favorite school but didnt take into account what was best for my major, therfore, i am now transfering. I would also consider the costs. Parents and Students need to communicate well and work together on making decisions about costs. For students: get involved in anything that interests you because that will only make your college experience better. Live your life to the fullest and do everything you want. You are young and now is the time to experience everything you can before your out in the big world on your own. Last but not least, HAVE FUN! College isnt all fun and games but you cant be all hung up on school work. Take some time for yourself and make sure you have a great time.

Regardless of what you hae heard about a particular college, it is important to go there yourself and decide what college is the best fit for what you are looking for in your college experience.

For both is to be strong and let things fall into place.

When beginning the daunting yet exciting task of choosing a college, there can be no greater advice given to you than simply ?be true to yourself?. Don?t go where friends are going simply in fear of the lonesome embark on the journey of college. Go where you need to go. If that happens to be the place where your friends end up, so be it, but you will have new friends wherever you go. Be true to yourself.

Really look into the school you are considering to attend. Make sure the school's environment fits your personality and, most importmantly, make sure that the school have the major that you would like to study.

The most important thing parents and their children should do when looking for a college, is to start early! At least after your child completes their junior year, you need to start looking for colleges that interest you and have the right blend of academic and social life for your child. Not everyone can excel and enjoy college in a rigorous academic setting; some cannot handle all the freedom at a big party school. So, finding a school with the perfect balance of academic rigor and extracurricular activities is another important factor in finding the right college for your child. Living on campus my first two years helped me make the most of my college experience. I was able to get to know my roommates and floor-mates and start out with a good group of friends. As far as academics go, my motto is simple: start early, study often. To excel academically, do your homework right after class, and review your notes every couple of days. This helps you stay prepared while still having your nights and weekends free to hang out with friends.