University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Top Questions

Make sure the college has the program your looking into

Everyone, you really need to look at all your options. Even if you can't get into the school you wanted to, there are so many opportunities that people forget colleges offer. All you have to do is visit, or take a tour, and you will find out there is so much more to the campus than when you simply drive through. Start looking early, and apply early as well.

I would say to definitely realize what college is and to make yourself academically prepared, get involved in as many extra things that you can. These could be groups or sports! MOst of all have fun!

To find the school that has your major and the school that you like the most.

I think that is it important to remember that you are doing this for you, no one else. Choose a place that you know will feel like a second home to you, somewhere that you can relate to people and the environment around you. By doing this, you will be able to have the time of your life in college, just like everyone says.

I am so glad I desided to attend a local collage. It is important to me to still be close with my family. I wish my local high school would have given me and my parent more help with how to find scholarships or grants needed to a attend college. I come from a middle class family and out of six children I was the only one that wanted to go to college. It was very hard for my family to come up with the money needed for me to go to school. We applied for federal aid and I was only able to get 1/4 of the money needed for me to attend college. My family had to take out personal loans for me to pay my college balance. I want very much to stay in school but I feel each year going forward is going to be harder for me to do so. Parents and students should start looking while the student is a freshman in high school. Talk with parents of college students and even take the time to call a local college for answers to your questions. Going to college is a great experince.

My advice to parents/students about finding the right college is to choose a place that will feel most like home. Whether you think so or not, you will miss your family and home no matter what. By choosing a place that feels closest to your homelife, you will be more at ease, thus reducing your overall stress levels and making the whole experience that much easier. It'll help you focus more on your school work and less on how much you miss that family you used to be so sick of. To make the most of your college experience, I would suggest living in the present. Ofcourse you must always think of your future but you're only young once to enjoy the college life but again you're only young once so to go through this experience and not get a good grade means you are wasting precious time. Basically, live life to the fullest but also in moderation. Once you find that sweet middle spot, life will be all that much better.

go to a university the specializes in your carrier of interest, and always thing of the carrier in the end, and the reality is that an art or english major won't go far.

Do your research and take campus visits. It won't be until you take steps on the campus if you truly know that you belong there. Sit in on a class and see if it's what you would like to experience for the next portion of your life. Make sure that your choice fits into your family's or your own personal budget. If it is affordable and has a good program for the school of your choice, then go. I suggest not going to wherever your best friend is, or where your high school boyfriend is, yes they do play a major role in your decision but in the end it is your choice. This choice is one you must live with for the rest of your life, and you have to be happy with what you do.

The first thing you really need to determine is whether or not you want to attend a large or small campus. I personally wanted to attend a smaller school because I was used to that growing up. Some families may choose a school because it's well known for one of it's schools or because it's close to home. Making the best out of the college experience is really about what you put into it. Some students like to be really involved, while others prefer to strictly do school work. One of the best parts about college is meeting new people and making friends that you may have for the rest of your life.

Don't get distracted by social activities-- do your work and study more than you need to.

Find somewhere where you can learn about something that you are passionate about. Find somewhere that offers something that you would like to do the rest of your life.

I think that the best advice when you are choosing where you want to study is choosing what feels right. Forget about what your friends are doing, what everyone expects you to do, and just go with your gut. Remember, college is YOUR experience. Don't be afraid to try new things and really find out what you like. No matter where you go and what the school is like, the main determinant of your experience is you.

Prestige is not always the key. A school may be bigger or better but may not present as many opportunities. I could have went to University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, but I chose UWW instead. Since I made that decision, I am already the sports broadcaster and assistant sports director at the TV station. My school is smaller and less prestigous but offers just as good of an education and more opportunities for me. If you go into a college open minded on a visit you will pick a lot of things up.

Go on tours, and be sure to let your children choose the school that is right for them. When you arrive, there is just something that clicks, and you know that college is the right school, it just fits.

Make sure you really look into all of your options. You don't want to be making the wrong decision when it comes to something as important as this. Really be aware of what you?re really looking for in a school. College is where you begin your future. This is where you find you life long friends, where you learn what it is you need to succeed. It is very important that the school you choose, you choose because you love it. Not because your best friend goes there, or because you boyfriend goes there, or it's where you parents want you to go. This is your chance to really branch out and be your own person, make sure you're doing this for you, and no one else.

Go where your major is. This is why you are going to school. The social part will happen where ever you go. Please give where ever you go a chance and do not follow someone to their dream school. This is a once in a lifetime chance!

Look at every school, and if you are still unsure, look again. Get as much info as you can, and don't rule a school out at first, keep an open mind. Make a list of what is most important, and make sure that the school offers the best in it for you.

The best thing you could do is to actually go and visit the campus. Really do your research about what the university has to offer. Ask yourself if you would prefer to be in a more rural setting, or in the city. If you attend a smaller campus, people are going to know your business whether you like it or not. If you attend a larger campus, like in the city, you can keep to yourself a bit better. Don't pick a college based on it having the reputation of being a "party school." That's not what you're there to do. Join clubs/organizations on campus. THE BEST way to get involved is to join a fraternity or sorority. They participate in homecoming, community serivce, as well as participating in many other events on campus. Plus, it's a great way of meeting a bunch of people at once. Set goals for yourself and be an asset to your college community. Properly, and responsibily, balance drinking with school. Always remember that you're there to learn and so be sure to put school first.

This school is really good for the Business program. I did not like the meal plans that were so strict, but I don't know if they have made any changes since I used it. People like to go home to work of to see family on the weekends. It's not too bad if you stick around too though! For the price you pay, it's overall a great school!