University of Utah Top Questions

find schools that have the "best programs" in area of study. look at pros & cons of each.

I was happy participating in the survey. Although the $10,000 is a very promising reward, I have already participated in this in the past - before the above stated drawing date. I hope my response was helpful to your survey and its purpose. I hope the feed back I have given you will get to my univeristy.

My advice to parents or students about finding the right college would be to look for one that best suits the individual. Make sure that the college is within the right price range, and if not, check to see if the college offers scholarships and financial aid. Look for a college that offers extracurricular activites that would most benefit the student, such as volunteering or a sports team the student is interested in. If the student is interested in a large or small campus, then I would suggest looking for a college with an ideal campus size. I find that class sizes are the most important. I would recommend checking out what the class sizes are, and choosing a college depending on what class size best fits the student. Culture is another very important concept. If the student is ethnically diverse, then finding a college with clubs or organizations within the same culture can make the college experience more dynamic. Finding the right college can be hard, and there are many considerations to take into account. Taking the time to find the right college that best fits the student's standards will be worth it in the long run.

Look at more than just the school but the community around it as well. Culture can be very different just a few states or even cities over. Make sure it is a culture you want to learn about and have infulence your life. College is more than just the education and degree, it is about expereinces, friendship, and networking. See if the school does CLEP tests (or accepts them from other places) and test out of the areas you already know to free up space other classes the summer before your first semster. That way it is not a stresser during school time. Go visit them after you have narrowed it down to see if you like what you see as well as what you know.

Take time to research and visit campuses. Visit and meet with the acedemic department for the degree you are interested in pursuing. Speak with other students to find out what they like and dislike.

find a college that has an accredited program that you're interested in. not just in general. meaning that if you're interested in science, pick a school that has a good science program, and not one like harvard just for the name. another thing is to get a degree that will put money in your pocket, you can learn anything you want by reading or researching. but only your diploma will decide how much money you will make.

It's important to find a school that will help you reach your goals. The prestige of any school can only get you to a certain point, so be certain not to compromise a direct path to your goals in exchange for a degree from a school that you might think is more prestigious. Once you have selected a school, be certain to familiarize yourself with the campus and the surrounding communities. You will be spending a lot of time in these areas and knowing your surroundings will help you to adjust. It's important to be proactive and make new friends. These networks can benefit you academically and professionally, and many of these will turn out to be long-term friends. Education is a lot different in a college/university setting and may require a new approach from many incoming students. Higher education requires a lot of self-discipline and resiliency. It is imperative to keep a healthy balance of school and a social life without over-doing either category. This is an experience that will impact the rest of your life, be sure to chase your goals and make it as enjoyable as possible.

Look into the student life on the campuses your son/daughter is going into. What is it you want, or think your son/daughter wants out of school? Is it the party scene, or is it the academics, or is it a nice mix of both? Not to mention be open to allowing your kid to move or change schools, perhaps the first one isn't what s/he needs.

My best advice to students and their families looking for the right college is to keep your options open. If you think you know what you want, thats great, but its good to remember to keep your eyes open for different options. I definetly believe in researching and visiting as many colleges as possible. The earlier you start making your list of choices, the longer you have to revise and edit that list. Once you've started college, hooking up with a great group of friends can really help you delve into your new environment. Its great to have peers that support you and understand what you are going through. I think the most important things to remember to make the most of a college experience are to have fun, learn a lot, and stay safe!

I am a non traditional student. I didn't attend college until several years after high school so my decision as to which univerasity to attend was based on different criteria than the average student. I chose the school that was close to where I lived. The degree was the goal for me not obtaining some great job after graduation. I love my college experience and the students and faculty at the U of Utah have all been great.

pick a college tat feel right to you when you visit. somewhere you can see yourself being. and dont be afraid to get out there and get involved.

The advice that I would give partents andor/ students is to make sure you have a general idea of what you want to major in. Really focus on each class and make sure you absorb all the information you recieve. Also get involved as much as you can because you are only in college once.

As a student, learn as much as possible in high school because it will make college material easier to understand if one has solid background knowledge. Try to get some college credit during high school so that graduating from college wont seem as overwhelming and the chances that you will graduate on time will increase. Know what kind of job/career you want after college. Choose classes that are interesting to you because you will tend to succeed more if you're interested in the subject matter. Choose a college that has a good program for what you're interested in. Research on the college/university that you're interested in and find out what kind of programs and degrees they offer as well as visiting the campus to get a feel for the school. Parents should encourage their children to further their education. They should also encourage their children to be independent and to work hard for their dreams. They should be supportive and available to give good advice. Overall, the most important thing is to have a positive attitude because overall it will make everything better than it would be otherwise with a negative attitude.

I would give the advice to go and visit the college and talk to enrolled students who are on campus. This way you can really get a feel as to what type of school it really is based on how students respond to you and what they say. You will be able to tell if it is a friendly campus, academically focused , party school, etc. I think that fitting in with the campus environment is crucial to the success and enjoyment of your college career.

For parents: try to spend time to take your students to various universities at a young age to give the students a better idea of what kind of colleges they want to attend. For students: try to research about colleges as soon as possible and learn the requirements needed to attend the college so you will know what you need to do during your highschool career to meet the requirements

I would suggest looking into what the student life is before you attend. I would look at the help they give to students as they look to market their degree in the real world. These are the most inmportant things to me as I look forward to graduating, and these are the most important things to my future. I am finding out that other schools I looked at have better networking availability and happier and smarter students.

The advice that I would give to parents and students finding and looking for the right college is to first and foremost attack all of the financial issues. In some cases, a student may have a full-ride scholarship or a fund set aside for all college expenses. In the other hand and for most cases the student must find ways to pay for their education. Financial aid, loans, and scholarships are available for all students, nevertheless I feel that avoiding financial concerns and worries during your education is the best thing to do in order to help your brain retain and recall all of the valuable information you learn.

Four pieces of advice are my philanthropic contribution to the students of the world. (Note: I can only give this much because I follow my initial advice.) Primarily, never allow the cost of an education to deter you from pursuing your field; a quality education is the most profound investment a person shall ever make. It will affect your future profession, associates, personal refinement, and your ability to touch the lives of others. One?s entire world hinges on their education. Select the best university without counting dollars and enroll there. Secondly, once enrolled, work. Gaining an education is difficult, and exiges concentration and dedication. You will only ?get back? what you ?put in? to the experience?no more, no less. Thirdly, make time for you and your recreation (friends and family, exercise and sleep). Rest is a psychological necessity. Take rest bits now and then; enjoy the experience. HOWEVER, always remember to work when you must?never procrastinate. In short, be balanced. Finally, I finish with my papey?s habitual advice, ?Don?t associate with loose women, and don?t accept any wooden nickels!? Master these four, and you will have the most rewarding college experience one can have.

Think about when you were in elementary school. What was college to you? Many people say it is a continuation of school and learning, but I challenge you to think about college as kindergarten all over again. When you are in your first year of school you learn the things you need to know in order to succeed in life both academically and socially. You get to learn addition and subtraction, as well as how to play nice with other people and get along. College is a place where learning outside of the academic setting can happen. It is important to visit the campus and see what the atmosphere is like so that you know you can live and succeed in that campus's environment. High school is a good prep academically for college, and college is where you learn to be a real person in the world. I say have fun in college and learn life skills. Remember, all you need to know, you learned in kindergarten.

Visit all the colleges you are considering and talk to students on campus about how they feel. Look into extracurricular activities and student involvement. Make the college experience something you live, not just attend. Look at the academic program you are specifically considering and the faculity accomplishments in that area. Look closely into the program you will be enrolled in and what it in entails, activities and such. Consider the location for year round weather and activities. Find a college that will foster the balance between a fun social life, and a nondistracted student life.