Thomas College Top Questions

Really sit down and think about what you like and dont like. You may not have much to go on, but in your high school, think about what class sizes did you most enjoy? Where you active in the school? Do you enjoy the city or country life? Once you come up with a list THEN look for your schools. You will be there for 4 years so you want to choose a location that will fit you. Don't choose a school first then location, do it backwards! Doing it this way allows you to find schools you never knew about before and can find ones that better suite you, rather than limiting yourself to only schools you already knew about. And as far as moving away from friends and family, you will meet all kinds of new friends (remember they are going to be going through what you will be too) and you can always visit family and friends back home during vacations and weekends! Do the research, make sure you know what matters and doesnt matter for you, and I assure you that you will love where you go to!

I would say to find a college that is fair, and actually listens to the concerns of students. There is a difference between keeping students safe, and attending a college where any form of fun is illegal.

Getting involved on campus is one of the most important parts in making life on camps worth the ecperiance. By getting involved, you have the oppentunity to meet new people, learn about different work and learning styles, as well as learning time management skills, and by gaining a sense of responsibility.

Talk to people who had gone to the school in the past. Look at the overall attitude of the students at the school. Look at the cost benefit. Look at the extra curricular activities. Look at the overall grounds and how well it is kept. Take a surprise visit during the off season when they aren't planning on you coming--many times schools provide better than normal lunches and better upkeep during typical student visit times. Look at how quickly they respond to your questions and how directly they answer it.

When chosing the right college for you, take in to consideration, first where you want to be. If you want to be close to your family, then stay close to home. Also look at what the school has to offer for classes. Will this school have what you need to fulfill your educational needs? Talk with current students to get thier opinions. Do some research about the students who go there by using facebook or myspace, and make connections. The only way you can make the most out of your college experience is to try your best. Enjoy the experience and have no regrets. Do not ever feel like you are wasting your money. If you feel this way, transfer to a new school!

I would say that finding a college that best fits yourself and your financial situation is critical. With the economy being so clustered at this time I believe everyone is squeezing for a few extra pennies. Pick a school that forfills your needs not your friends or families, yours. Choose a school that is going to help you financially and one that seems to be interested in you and not just your money. I now commute to school three days a week and it has saved me a good amount of money. I attend a small rual school that is more than willing to accomadate my needs. It is very comforting knowing that the school is able to financially adjust, to enable me to contnue my education. To the parents and students, money is the very key to your education and we all know it. In the end pick a school that fits you. Later on in life your boss isn't going to be looking at what school you attended or didn't attend they will however be looking at the fact that you have a college degree no matter where you recieved it.

I would tell future stuents to go to the school first. I would also recommend them going to visit a class while in session and see what the dorm looks like that they might live in.

I believe that when you are searching for a college to attend you have to take in mind the cost. Obviously you know if you can or can not afford the school. But there are always ways around that such as loans, grants and scholarships. Size is also a factor to look at. Huge schools can offer so much as opposed to a smaller school, and larger schools can be very overwhelming. For smaller schools, you have to look at what is offered, and obviously there is a minimum of courses, sports and extra activities. But with a small school, comes smaller class sizes and more personal help. The key for your first year of attending school is to always give it a chance. If you realize you are not sure about the school or not, give it another chance. Sometimes it works out in the end. And finally, you meet the most amazing people in college, and they become a huge part of your life. College teaches you not only academic studies but life lessons and limits. You do honestly find out who you are, and gain a great apprecation for yourself and others.