West Virginia State University Top Questions

The best school for you is simply that: the best for YOU. Do not make your decision based on where your friends are going. Pick a school that fits you both academically and socially. Take into account your daily life and habits. Go with your gut instinct.

I would tell them to make sure that the school is in the location they like and to be sure that the school is convient and that the buildings aren't all spaced out and hard to walk from building to building.

Find a University that reminds you of a goal you have set for yourself, setting goals and over comming issues with expense, and education made a first year college student a true adult.

Find the place which you will feel most at home with. You don't always have to go to the best school in the academics eyes, community colleges are just as good as massive universities; cheaper too. Never be afraid to be yourself!! You'll be surprised how many people are out there just waiting to have an amazing conversation with you! Lastly, don't be afraid to ask "real" questions.

My advice would be to do your research. Not just online or by taking a campus tour, but actually meet students (not the ambassadors they send out with you to give you a tour, either!) and ask them what it's like. Ask a diverse group of students. If your prospective school has an excellent English program but a terrible math one, for instance, you won't get the complete picture just by asking English majors. Also factor in location, availability of housing, and financial aid. There's nothing worse than attending a college with a good academic reputation that is located in the middle of nowhere! Sure, the classes may be great, but if you have nothing to do in your free time and nowhere to go, you'll soon regret your choice. Basically, picking a college is like picking out produce in the store. You have to pick it up and give it a squeeze first. You wouldn't take a cantelope home without giving it a thorough inspection, would you? Well, same thing goes for colleges. You have to get to know them inside and out before you can decide which one is right for you.

I would have to say that when looking for the right college, make sure that you are absolutely sure what degree you are wanting to pursue. Even if you are not sure of what degree you are wanting to pursue, look for a college that has many diverse majors that you can choose from. The campus setting is also important because if it is in a small town it is easier to be accepted into the community because you are a college student pursuing a higher education; if the college is in a large town you are more likely to be lost in the crowd of drinking and whatnot and flunking. Just make sure that you are absolutely sure that you know what you are going for and what kind of setting you are looking for. Shop around for the college you want to go to and always have several options open in case college A or B does not accept you.