University of Mobile Top Questions

To make the most of your college experience, be willing to be open to all new experiences and types of people you encounter. Learning and growing is not just about the classroom experience. Don't believe only what your parents have taught you - go out and find your own truths. When you do, pass them along to others. Take everything you can from your college experience, and give it back by servicing humankind.

Learn as much as you can about each college that you are looking at. One of the most important things to look at in a school is the faculty. They are the ones who are there when you need help the most. The faculty at the University of Mobile are more like a helpful parent, they give you advice and are willing to help you in any way possible. That is what you want to find when deciding on a college to attend. Do not waste your or your parent's money...go to class. Learn everything that you can and do your best at it. It will pay off in the long run and don't forget to make friends along the way. You will remember them for the rest of your life. College isn't all about partying and being away from your parents, it is a privalege that we should all take advantage of.

Make sure to visit the college during the school year. - several times, if possible. Don't just go on a preview day, go when they're not really expecting you. Talk to the students about the school and don't be afraid to ask hard questions or ask them what they don't like about the school. Visit classes in your desired major to make sure that they're going to be teaching the stuff you expect to learn. Don't let your opinion of the college be swayed by the admissions office - do as much investigating as you can without their help.

When looking at colleges be sure academics is your top priority. Look at the jobs students with a degree from that school have taken and read what the students have to say about it. Make sure there are job-fairs and internships available. Then be sure you look at the area and the activities that are happening around campus. Spend a few days in the city where the school is located so you can get a feel for driving around there and are able to check out a few of the local places. You will spend a lot of time in them for the next four years. Maximize your experience at college by making the most of your time. I know you're here to learn and get a great job but if you hate those four years you WILL regret it. Take time when you first get to college to step out of your comfort zone. Try new things; talk to the person you don't know sitting next to you on that park bench. You will make some great friends in these first two weeks and you need to because it just gets harder after that.

My advice would span the life of the child. Save Save SAVE! Money is so crutial to getting the education you want. If you don't have enough money then you get bound to things you don't want to do to make money and pay the tuition. I would tell the parent to start a college fund before the baby is even born and not to touch the money for any thing. That way when he/she gets the chance to go to college the funds are there for him or her to be what ever they want.

When looking for the right college, you definitely should visit the campus before deciding. You need to make sure you are comfortable when on campus. You don't want to feel threatened or out of place. Make sure you won't be financially stressed the entire time you are attending school. Make sure you won't feel judged by your classmates. Make sure the school offers the major/minor you want.