University of North Texas Top Questions

Parents, please don't force your children to pursue something that makes them unhappy! My mom is still trying to sway me into nursing school, although I'm already graduating next year. I know she only wants the best for me, as you naturally would for your children, but show them you truly care by continuing to support their decisions. Students, examine your choices thoroughly before making a decision. It's that time of year: you're making plans for prom while getting rid of pre-graduation jitters and your mailbox is stuffed with college brochures. Take some time to do your research and never be afraid to ask questions! I made a dozen Excel spreadsheets trying to compare my top three schools of choice, but it really paid off. Once you're there, you'll have so many different campus organizations throwing neon colored flyers that you'll be tempted to join each one. Take a breath and consider what's interesting and most important to you; this is part of why the college experience helps YOU discover who YOU are...and don't forget to keep in touch with all the people who helped you along the way.

Visit as many colleges as you can, and make sure you visit the ones that you think would help you get where you need to be in life. Look up programs you're interested in, how long they have been offered at each school, and if they've won any awards. See what kind of campus life they have, and if any of the social organizations appeal to you. Visit at least 2 of the dorms on each campus to see if you could stand to live there for at least a year, sometimes that can make a big impact. I think that searching for the right college is about looking at everything available, but following your gut and your heart when it comes to making your final decision. Being happy in your school will make a bigger difference in your overall performance than the prestige of the program. Don't let your financial burdens keep you from picking the best school; check with the financial aid offices at each school to see what scholarships and programs they offer; the more applications you fill out, the more aid you can receive.

Talk to people who have graduated from the University and compare everything, especially the particular program that you are considering. This is a huge part of getting the most from your school, you want a program that offers the most applied education/knowledge. On another note find a school that has a good sports program and a good fan base. This creates an enthusiastic atmosphere every semster and provides clean and wholesome fun. One last thing live close enough to campus so that you can either walk or ride a bike. This gives you great day to day versatility, you can go home to eat or take a break if you need to, it is not an issue with finding parking, and you can get to and from class, library, rec center, and sporting events with ease. Work hard and have fun!

Make a list of all the colleges you are interested in. Narrow this list down to five to ten based on classes/programs/degrees offered in your major. Make sure you take the time to tour each of your choices, collecting as much information as possible. After you have had an opportunity to tour the campus' and read over the info, narrow your list down to the top five, and then start a list of pros and cons for each. I know this may sound like a tedious process, but your choice of college is very important. After all, you will be spending the better part of the next four years living and breathing the campus life and you want to make sure you make the best choice possible. Remember also to discuss everything with your parents so that they understand your choices and can provide feedback wherever needed. They only want what's best for you.

I think the best knowledge of finding the right University for yourself is to first look up the different Universities on the web to look at all the different things provided by the school, such as organizations, facilities, and so on. You also need to take a visit to the schools that you break down to see how comfortable the area is for you personaly.

Keep at least a GPA of 3 for scholarships

Do research! Visit campuses if you can afford to do so. Make sure that personal guidance will be readily accessible.

Do your research. Visit the campus. Ask questions to make sure that this is the best fit for you.

In finding the right college to attend personally the top things to look for is: 1.majors, 2.location, and 3.safety

Do not select a school based on which of your friends are going there. Make sure that the school is known for the major you think you want and those you may want; nine times out of ten you will change your major in the first two years. Visit many schools and talk with professors, students and people in the surrounding community. Most importantly- start early in your junior year and take your time.