University of North Texas Top Questions

If I had to give any interested parents and/or students advice about finding the right college it would be to be patient and to visit each one of the schools that you are interested in. Choosing a school is a decision that should feel good to the student because they are the ones that will be attending, not just the parents. I would advise them to schedule a tour around the campus and ask about the events they offer at the university. I truly believe in order to make the most of the college experience you must take advantage of the events and classes that are being offered at the school you have chosen, look into the things being offered on campus. There are so many helpful and interesting classes, internships and workshops that people miss because they simply were not looking into what is being offered at the school they attend. Always keep an eye open and be mindful of the people around you. You can learn a little something from everyone, so expect the unexpected!

Make sure to research the schools you're interested in well in advance. Take the campus tours with a parent, so you can compare notes afterward. And try not to stress, college is a great time in your life!

get started as early as possible!! do not exclude any possible financial resources!! think outside of the box!!!!!

Just because a University does not have a big athletic program, which is what makes a college recognized nationally through media and this national spotlight hungry nation does not make the University a waste. The University of North Texas is what I can say attributed to my personal life success. I am a bright young man with high ambitions and I am glad to say I am a Mean Green and I love it. Do your research, visit campus, and network with people that you know have gone to these schools or have a relative that went there. Ask around don't just be a dormant potential college undergrade. Be active and be enthusiatic this is where you or your kids will grow up!

The college experience is active, so make sure you approach it that way. I do not think that college choice should focus specifically on where members of the family have attended before, location, or costs (though those are also important). I think the most important factor in making sure you have found your ideal college is to visit and ensure you feel comfortable and can see yourself in that atmosphere. Talk with the admissions office, take a tour of the campus, but most importantly, just take a look around for yourself and see how well you blend in walking around on your own, talking to the students. Ask on your visit for extra curricular activites as well as tutor options and campus library and academic resources. These will enhance your social and academic on-campus experience. To make the most of your college experience, consider on-campus housing, even if for just one year. I think it's a vital part because it puts you right in the middle of the action where it's easier to learn the school and meet new people as well as be involved and find your own place in the community of the college.

Visit the campus during the semester while classes are in session. If possible, ask to attend a current lecture being given during the time of yoru visit. Do not be afraid to visit the library and ask current students what they like about the campus as well as what they dislike. Even the best schools have a downside, and you can only know this from current students who have had a first hand experience. Also, drive through the city, because although you may like the school, the surrounding community may not be what you expect. This last piece could make for a miserable college experince! Do not hesitate to get a feel for the college you are interested in!

Check the academic selection for which you or your child are interested in. Then make sure that the school you are interested in has a great, not ok or somewhat, but great!!!!, academic record for students GPA's that are in the program. The cost of the tuition should not matter. Good Luck!

I would tell parents to allow their child to play the main role in selecting their school because this is the time for your child to grow and expand their definitions of themselves, and find their path in life. Of course your opinion is important, but your support is even more so. Students, enjoy the full college experience and step out of your box. Try things that you normally wouldn't and take a few classes just because they sound interesting. No matter what ideas you came into this situation with, always be open for growth and new opportunities. You never know where your path might lead. Also, network, network, network! You are surrounded by the future leaders of this country in your educational environment so take advantage of this time to build some bridges. You never know when you might need to cross them.

Know what you want to do before you go to college and if they have what you want.

You'll never know how good a college is for you unless you go an visit! Brochures pale in comparison to feeling the atmosphere first-hand.