University of Central Missouri Top Questions

Look at all possibilities! Make sure the campus is the perfect size, check out what the professors are like, the classrooms, activities, and even the students themselves. Don't just base your decision on academics because you may regret making that choice if you don't like anything about the campus

To find the right college, be sure to look at the requirements of the major you are going into. Are the classes that you will take going to interest you? Visit the college and the department the major is in to visit with the chairperson. Ask to speak with some students in that major and get their impression of the program. Tour the campus so you know what resources and activities are available. If you're living in the residence hall, get out of your room and get to know other people on your floor. There's a good chance that friends you make your first year in college will be your friends for life. Don't go home every weekend; find an activity that you can participate in with your friends. Get involved on campus; you don't have to join 10 clubs or organizations to be involved. Pick two or three and become actively involved in each one. Don't let homework and studying get you down. Study as you go along, and you won't have as much to cram in for exam day. Read every syllabus; the details matter. Have as much fun as possible!

Take as many classes in all different degrees. I have enough hours to have 2 degrees (although I only have 1) because I wanted a variety of classes that were not offered in my program but could be benefitial.

start looking around at different colleges while your child is still in high school. it is a long process and takes a lot of time to sort things out. you need to find the right college that fits your wants and needs and if you need financial help, it takes a while to get that set up. i think my best advice is to take you time and and don't be rushed. your freshman year of college will be here before you know it. students let your parents be involved with this process. it's hard for them to send you away, much less not be involved with you in this experience.

I would tell students to make sure to learn as much as they can about the program that they a getting into. Know about accreditidations and what the real world is looking for in the field that they are considering.

To find the right college you first have to think about your own likes or dislikes. For instance, if you like conservative, modest clothing you would go and buy a closet full of Hip Hop clothing. To find a college that fits you best, think about what you would major in. Then, find schools that offers that major. Also, consider two or three majors you might be interested in. Visit the schools that you like. Ask to see the housing, library, a typical classroom, career services, their union, and ask to see where most college students hang out on their free time. People often want to go to the college where all their friend are going but that is a horrible way to base where one is going to get their college education from. College is important, the education you recieved from your professors and peers is priceless.

My advice would be to visit all the colleges you could possibly want to attend. You don't know how you will feel about the school until you actually step foot onto campus. Make sure they have all of the options of majors you would be considering just so you can always do something you want. GET INVOLVED. That is the best way to make the most of your experience. It opens you up to meeting new people and new ideas. Time flys in college so make sure you do everything you want to do in the short amount of time. Just make sure you don't overload your self. You are there for an education above all. Make the best of the years.

My advice to incoming college students and there parents is look around long and hard. If you need finacial assistance make that a top priority along with your program of choice. Once you narrow down you top schools, talk to people who go there , and to people who have previously gone there. Also look at how your degree from this school will look out in the work force and compare it with your other choices, and what your finaces allow. In the end, you would get a loan out for a car, so you might as well get a loan out for college if you need one. Education is one of the most valuable reasources you can have.

Visit, visit, visit. Go to your possible schools various times of the year to see if the weather is compatible with your expectations and visit an in session class. Check with possible colleges early in your High School career to see what classes will be expected and if the college actually has the program you are interested in. Once you are on Campus GET INVOLVED don't sit in your room and don't go home every weekend. Chances are someone is waiting and wanting someone to knock on their door and go get ice cream or a soda. Step out in faith and be a friend to someone else, make their day better.

Do not tolerate being unhappy at your college, you are going to invest a lot of money in your college experience that will last the rest of your lifetime, you want to make sure every dollar counts. Just don't be afraid and get out there and enjoy your time in college and don't worry too much about the things you cannot control.

Look and see what the rating is for your major is, and then take a campus tour. Sit in on a class and observe what it is like.

Never think that an out of state university is not possible because I almost thought that until i sent in applications to UCM and to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. My family may not be rich but we found ways through financial aid.

Start early. Don't wait until your senior year in high school. Your high school career will make or break your chances of getting into a great college and getting into a good college. Make sure that you start looking early and often into what kind of college you want to attend and what kind of degree you want to get. You have to work hard once you get to college. If you slack off all the time, you're just wasting your time and money. Make friends, but make the right friends. If you're around people who work hard and have fun, its so much easier to do the same. Get your priorities straight. You're at college to get an education, a degree. Anything else comes second to that.

I would tell students the most important thing to do before picking the college you want to attend would be to visit the college. Just visiting the college allows students to get the vibe of the college, students and faculty and staff. It also gets students ready for college. To make the most of your college experience, students should become involved in activities that allow them to be themselves and pertains to the major and future career. However, I do believe what is helping me the most through college is getting to know my professors in my major. Students should not be afraid to talk to their professors because once the professors were students as well. Overall, the most important thing to do to make the most of your college experience is to have fun.

Get involved, leave your door open, and just take it all in

When you begin looking for a college, take a lot of campus visits. Even if you're just a little interested in the college, you may get on campus and realize its the most wonderful place you've ever been. Once you decide on a college it gets so much easier. The best advice I ever got was to get involved. I didn't really believe it until I got to school and realized how lonely it can be if all you do is sit in your dorm and watch t.v. So the best thing to do is find something you're interested in, whether its going greek, a campus organization, or even starting a band, just find something to do.

For students, I would suggest doing things out of the box that one would not normally do. Have fun, and take advantage of all the opportunities one gets.

I would make sure that the student knows the ins and outs of the degree program they are interested in, appearance of the campus, the size and location of the school, their perception of the attitude they get from students, social opportunities, job-placement services, cost of the school, etc. and weigh them all as if they are equally important. Do things that are outside of your comfort zone, don't be embarassed for asking questions, and try to get to know as many people as possible.

Choosing a college is not easy. There are many options and this can make the process extremely difficult and stressful. Parents and students must work together in order to find the perfect school. My advice would be to do all the research and find out as much as possible about each school the student is interested in. Tuition is an important aspect to acknowledge when looking for a college. Not every school is created equal so it is smart to know what kind of education the student would recieve for the amount of money being paid. Class size is also important. Does the student enjoy large or small classes? Are there plenty of opportunities to meet with professors and recieve help if it is needed? Will they be a number or will they be on a name to name basis with the professors? All these things are very important to know. Envolment opportunities are also helpful. Having many options of sports, clubs, and groups helps students get involved and gain a sense of belonging. In short, take plenty of time when looking for the perfect school. The right one is out there it just takes time to find it.

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