University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Top Questions

I would advice students to decide where they want to go for themselves--not what their parents or friends want them to do. Don't be afraid of traveling half way across the country to a school that you will know virtually no one--its what makes the expereince and you will grow more as a person and an individual. The best way to see if the campus AND town/city is best for you is to do a tour of the campus, stay over night and see what kind of activities and opportunites the surrounding community gives you too. The more you enjoy your campus and the surrounding community, the more you will have a better outlook on your future. You as a student will learn these things too late if you follow the advice from your parents--don't go to a college you're not absolutely dying to attend, you probably won't have has much fun and will wish you did things differently when you applied back in high school.

It is essential for students to find a school that fits them right in size and location. A good school in my opinion is far enough away from home and parents that a student can see them in an hour or two. Also, make sure there is a wide selection of majors just in case plans should change... because chances are they will! There is really no wrong choice in a college as long as a student is open to new experiences. College is really about the student learning in an environment conductive to learning and growing to know more about himself. College life should be a way to expand beyond the known and making new acquaintances that can become friends for life.

You should know by taking the tour of the campus right away if it feels right to the students and the parents. It will just feel right

You should definately tour the colleges you are thinking about. You need to feel at home on campus. Also, talk with other students who go to that school to try to get a feel for what the social life is like there. But touring is the biggest thing.

Don't be concerned about pretensious universities or which field will be the "up and coming" jobs when you graduate. Go somewhere you will enjoy living for four years and you'll learn more out of the classroom than in it.

I would say that the biggest thing for finding the right college is finding the right scene, or scenery around campus because you will be seeing it long periods of time and you want to make sure that you like it. As for make the most of your college experience...Well, try something new, whether it is trying different foods, or trying hang gliding, make sure that it is what you want to do and is a little outside your comfort zone. But make sure to have fun!

don't listen to what others want you to do. pick the school that you feel fits your personality the best. if you are unsure about majors don't rush into declaring but take your gen eds to find out what your interests are, the courses are not like highschool so you may discover you like an area of study you did not in highschool. also during the first weeks of being on campus get out of your dorm room and outside of your comfort zone inorder to meet new people and experience new things

Go with your gut feeling. When I visited my campus as a high school student, I had this feeling. I knew it was the place for me and it is! I am so happy here and I am getting a great education and becoming a well-rounded individual. Once you are a college student, remember that you will only get out of your education what you are willing to put in. It's as simple as that. Believe in yourself and don't be afraid to ask for help! You are paying good amounts of money for this, don't let anyoneor anything stop you from asking questions and learning as much as possible. Learn not only in your classrooms, but outside of them as well. There are so many opportunities to get out and become immersed in other cultures and open your heart to people in need. Sometimes those situations teach you more about yourself than you would think. Have fun, laugh, and be positive!

I think that the most important thing about choosing a college is that you choose the one that fits you the best. Don't choose a school based on how it was placed in some list academically or how good of sports teams that it has. Choose it because it is where you feel the most comfortable and where you can see yourself succeeding both academically and socially. I strongly suggest that you go and tour a few colleges. I know that I figured out where I want to go based on my tours. I know that it sounds funny, but you will just know when you step on a college campus if it is where you want to go or not. Also, once you are actually at college, make sure that you meet people with similar interests. I have found life-long friends who I have a lot in common with. Yes, college is a time to focus on your classes, but it is also important to find friends and people who are going to support you.

Speak with current students.