Wisconsin Lutheran College Top Questions

Don't worry so much!

Looking back now I would do many things differently. First off, I would have taken my senior year of highschool more seriously. Procrastination is a nasty habit and I regret ever developing it in highschool. Along with procrastination is time management. I really wish that before coming to college I would have had practiced this more. Don't take life and those people in it forgranted, especially your parents. When you get to college your not going to have somebody there to do everything for you. Nobody is going to be here forcing you to do your homework or making sure you attend all your classes. Make sure that while in highschool you attend school regularly and do your homework. This way when you get to college you most likely will be less apt to skip class. Honestly, when it comes down to it just take everything day by day and relax. Remember that school is important, but that it is alos important to set aside time for yourself to do something you enjoy.

I would tell myself to be strong in my decision to attend WLC. I would also tell myself to ask myself the question "How will this class benefit you if your life" when picking classes to take. I would also tell myself to be as social as possible to meet new people and make new friends. Another thing I would tell myself is to not room with someone that I went to high school with.

In order to find the right college, you have to find one that fits your personality but also offers the programs and majors that you want. Find a college that offers excellent academic programs in the field(s) in which you are interested, but also make sure to take tours of your prospective colleges so that you can feel the atmosphere. Find one that has activities (sports, volunteer groups, clubs) that you would enjoy. And when you get there, get involved. Work hard at your studies, but also be involved in groups that fit your interests. Use the professors, as much as they are available--that is also one plus for small schools. To make the most of your college experience you have to find the perfect balance between your studies, your social life, your job (if you have one) and other activities you enjoy (like volunteer work). Time management is essential.

Students and parents should look into the cost of the prospective school, as well as location, and programs offered. However, the most important aspects of college life are the class size, availability and how personable the faculty is. It's a matter of fitting in. A matter of feeling as though you're a part of something bigger than yourself. You're a part of a community within a larger community. The school must be some place you feel at home, where you're completely free to be who you are. College is your home away from home.

The first tip of advice I would give to both parents and students is to choose a college that appeals to your preferences. Although a big university may sound like a fun experience, it might not be for some people. Each student and parent needs to evaluate what will be best for them. Some things to consider include your preferred class size, sports, extracurricular activities, distance from home, distance from church, and alcohal or drug use. These are only a few of the many things to consider. There are multiple ways to find out answers to these questions. The internet can provide a lot of valuable information. Also, talking to current college students can also be beneficial. However, the most important way to learn more about a college is to visit it, no matter how far away it may be. I would also recommend visiting it at a time when school is in session and students are living on campus. That is the best way to determine how the campus really operates. Finally, when a student begins his or her college career, it is important to be open minded, but yet firm in your beliefs and values.

The excitement of high school graduation is something most people will never forget; however, along with it comes the stress of picking what you want to do for the rest of your life. Now that is a scary thought! It is also a dangerous way of thinking. Try not to think of college as picking what to do for a career, but as the next step in the journey of life. The decision of what college to choose will affect possible opportunities, but it will neither destroy nor solidify a certain future. When selecting a college, look at the basics first like cost, location, and majors offered. Once the field is narrowed from this process, visit the campuses. Try to stay over night with someone already attending the school and get the ultimate tour. The college eventually chosen should feel like a second home. When picking a college, look at the facts, listen to other experiences and opinions, but also go with your gut feeling. Also keep in mind that choosing a college does not trap, but directs towards the next phase of life: an opportunity and a tool that can build a future along with a career.

When choosing the right college, the key word is balance. Many parents either choose their child's destiny before the child can even walk on two feet or leave the student completely in the dark when the time comes to make this very important decision. When the parent and child work together, a parent's wisdom and a child's imagination can aid in choosing school that is right for that particular student. Willingness to visit different campuses with your child is one of the greatest gifts that you can give them during this critical period. Your child needs to see the different options that are available and realize that they need to find the college that is the best fit for their personal needs. It is important for you to show support to your child during this process and be open to their decisions, even if that decision may not be what you had initially intended for their future. By working together and exploring many options, this can be an enjoyable and bonding experience for both the parent and child.

My advice would be to ask questions. I know this sounds simple, but it helps. This would have made making a desision eaiser and saves for headaches later on. Also to apply to a couple of colleges. Have at leat one college/tech. school to lean back on, in case your choice college does not accept you. Start applying in September or November because the sooner you apply to colleges the more financial aid you have the chance of recieving. Take your ACT in your junior year. Than you time to take it agian for a better score. These seem simple, but my senior year in high school would have been less stressful, if I would have done one or more of these things. When you get accepted to the college that you have been dreaming of, enjoy it because you will remember it the rest of your life. Oh and when you get to college, don't think you know everythng ask an upperclassmen, they have gone through this already. The best advice I can give you is that you can do it, if you put your mind to it. Dream big and reach for the stars.

Finding the right college is like putting two puzzle pieces together. The student must fit into the school's piece and the school needs to be the right fit for the student as well. Searching for the right school should involve looking at all types of school both big and small, public and private. Even though one does not know until they are there, visiting the schools while students are present can give the prospective student a good idea of what attending that school is like. To make the most of the college experience get involved. It is easy to retreat to the dorms on the weekend and just watch movies all weekend, but college is not easy even in the social aspect. Joining clubs, studying in groups, going to sporting events, and dating are just a few of the ways to make the most of a college experience. Its not the parties and the drinking that will stay with you for life, its the friends you make and the bonds you create with the people you meet at college. And even if you do not want to, listen to your parents, they have done this before.

Don't save anything for the last minute! Look into schools as soon as you have the opportunity. Take the time to research them, and don't hesitate to call Admissions Counselors to ask questions/find out more about the college. They are more than willing to help! Set up a tour to see the campus, and meet with students and faculty. Visits most often determine your final decision. Students shouldn't feel like they must know what they want to study before going to college. Sometimes, and I speak from experience, if you already know what you want to study, you limit yourself to just that. The possibilities are endless. So rather than shutting doors to study one particular area, open doors to experience new ideas and other areas that might really interest you! While keeping up with your studies, make sure you get involved in other activities on campus. It's a great networking tool! Businesses will not only look at your grades, but also at your participation in campus events. And always remember, you CAN do it! Just make sure you find a college that proves they want you to succeed. Don't settle for anything less!

In choosing the right college, you must keep a few things in mind. It is not about the extracurricular activities and how much partying you can get in while you're in college. Being a college student means preparing for your career and thinking ahead to your future. That means finding a college that specializes or has a good program for your intended major. Or if you don't really know what you want to do, choose a college that has a well rounded academic program, like WLC. Secondly, you want a college that has a good atmosphere where you believe that you can be at your best level of productivity. To address the second point of the question, making most of your college experience, I can only tell you this. If you tell yourself that you are not going to have fun doing a lot of school work and hanging out with friends at the same time, then you won't. It is really all about how you view your experiences that makes college fun. You must also make sure you have a good balance between your social life, your academic life, and yes, even your sleep.

The main advice that I would give parents or students struggling to find the right college and making the most of the college experience would be to do a lot of research and visiting of different colleges. I would advise students to take the searching process very seriously because it's a huge step in their life, and it is something that only they can ultimately make. Parents should be involved in aiding their children in making a sound decision, but the student should be the overriding factor in decision making. As for a students college experience, I think that college is what you make it. No matter what college you attend you can have fun and make the most out of it. I do not know if there's a perfect college for anyone. Yet, I believe there's one that fits the goals, values, beliefs, and pocketbooks of students better than others.

Finding the right school is an extremely important process that each student needs to experience for themselves. Finding the right school is all about what type of university is for them. This could mean a large state school, or a small private university. As long as their minds are open and they are willing to see everything that is out there then they will be able to find the proper school that fits them best.

Nothing makes a parent smile more than to see their child happy and successful. That's why when it comes to choosing a college from a parents perspective, all they want is for their child to be happy with his/her college choice and to know that they will be safe and successful in the environment in which they will be in for the next four years. From a students perspective on choosing a college, what they want to feel, is that sense of security, to be pursued after by a college and to know that they are wanted. This is typical to find at a smaller college or university where they can easily make friends, adapt to their surrounding environment, and get plugged into a campus group or social club. To have the best college experience, you need to feel wanted and comfortable in the environment in which you will be in for the next four years while you receive a higher education.

Find a college that fits YOU, the student. College will become your home for 9 months out of the year, so it's good to keep in mind the basic ammenities (food, laundry, dorm halls hours, location...) IN ADDITION to the education. I encourage prospective students to visit as many colleges as they can and, if they can, stay over night on one of those "College Student for a Day" programs. Once you select your college, don't be shy. Go to student activities, meet new people, and don't be afraid to talk with your professors in and out of class. You are paying for your education, now's no the time to worry about being "geeky." Get the most bang for your buck. You may feel like the king of the world, on your own for the first time, just don't over-do it. Remember you are here for school. It's good to prioritize and keep schoolwork and fun-time balanced. Lastly, go for your dreams! You can do it! It's going to be hard, and you might run in to opposition, but don't let that get in the way! GO FOR IT!!!

I was once a high school senior struggling with what I wanted to do in life and what direction I wanted my life to head in. Wisconsin Lutheran College really helped me figure out who I am as an individual. You have to keep an open mind about what college is best for you and what major you want to study. If you narrow things down too fast, you might be disappointed with the outcome. During my first year at Wisconsin Lutheran College, I did not know that many people. I was scared to come out of my bubble and be social. However, most of the people here are so friendly and fun to be around. During your college years you will make friends that will last a lifetime, just be confident. Last but not least, do not fall into the pit of peer pressure! Be your own individual person. Do not try to conform to the way society wants you to be, just be yourself!

I would advise parents and students to pick a college that fits the student's personality. Keep in mind whether the school is urban or rural, conervative or liberal, career-focused or academic. I would also advise that, while money is important to think about, the focus is on the student's goals. They should be able to follow their dreams freely, and money should be a secondary concern. Get the most out of the experience; do what you want to do.

My advice to parents and prospective students is to first pin point exactly what you are looking for in a school; whether it be small, large, big city, small town, specific majors, sports, clubs, distance from home, cost etc. Then I would look online and pick a handful of colleges that peak your interest and fill out early applications for all of them. It is better to have more applications in in order to have back-up plans and options for when it comes down to the real decision. I would encourage you to visit the campuses to get a true sense of what it's like. You will know which school to choose, it just comes to you and you will feel this huge burden lifted from your shoulders. Finally, as a freshman at a new school, do not let it intimidate you. See it as embracing a new chapter in your life. Of course be studious, but do not forget to enjoy the college atmosphere and new people that you meet. Take advantage of all the opportunities you can and you will look back on the memories without a single regret.

Talk to the financial aid about getting an estimate before going to the school. Research that particular schools mjaor that you or your son/daughter is going to go into or interested in. Do not waste time. Find out what classes you need and schedule them. Talk to professors in the interested major to make sure to schedule the correct classes. Too many students waste money schduling classes they find out later, that they dont even need. Get through college as quickly as possible. The quicker you get through school, the less money you spend on it.