Dixie State University Top Questions

I would tell myself to try and decide what I want to be in life before I start trying to be something unknown. I would say set goals and stick to them. College is really hard and really expensive and wasting time is not a good way to go. Apply for every scholariship you can; they are a must when it comes to College. Lastly, have fun! It's not worth it if you don't enjoy it.

Do it! In other words take the time to find the right college. While you are there, prove to yourself that it is the right college. Create your environment, make the most of it, learn and apply it in every way possible. But don't stress too much about which one to go to. Just make sure you go!

Look at not just the college but the enviroment around it. For example Dixie has beautiful National Parks all around it, lakes, snowboard resorts, parks, and really its a wonderful place to live, it has everything. I believe it plays a big role in college. And last but not least, of course, is the academic programs that best fit your needs and your goals.

College is a delicate balance between academics, social activity, and a myriad of other things, depending on what you're involved in. The role each of these plays in a student's life is entirely up to the student. The important thing to remember in selecting a school is to select a school that best fits what you want out of your college experience. Remember, college is what YOU make of it.

My biggest piece of advice to parents and students alike is to start looking early! It is never too early to start discussing and looking into differnt options for college. The sooner you start, the better prepared you will be when it finally comes time to make a decision. Every college has some kind of website; use them! They carry all kinds of valuable information about the school and forms that you will eventually need when you decide on a school. Another thing that proved to be very valuable in my decision was to tour the campus of the school(s) that I felt I was truly interested in. When it came down to deciding time, I chose the school that I felt most at home and comfortable with while on the tour of the campus. It was a good tie-breaker between the colleges I had trouble deciding between. Also, talk to friends and other parents about their past or current experiences with colleges you might be considering. They can give you firsthand opinions about classes, teachers, and other campus things that you might not be able to read about or research. Remember that this is a fun experience!

Choose wisely. Look at all the options available and don't chose the most expensive school because that doesn't mean it's better. Small schools have a lot to offer, especially being able to know the professors.

The first thing you need to look at is, do they have the major you are pursuing. If not its not the right school for you. I think the next important thing is the location of the school. Not only the town and state but also how close family or friends might be. If you know you are going to get home sick really easy. Its probably better to go somewhere closer to home. You don want being homesick interfere with how you do in school. To get the most out of college you need to work hard and get good grades. Its important to have a social life and be involved with activities and clubs. Those things should not come before your school work though. After all that is the reason your going to school, to get an edcuation so you can get a good job. Its good to have a balance between school and the social life. Another thing to remember is that school is going to be hard and stressful, but there are many people to help you and it will definately be worth it when you graduate.

I would advise them to visit the colleges with clear questions in mind. If the student isn't sure what they would like to go into then to take a variety of classes that can help them learn about different fields. Don't feel like that would be a waste of time to do. Be open minded about what kind of schools you apply too and spread out your options. College is fun and take all the opportunities you can to enjoy it!

I would suggest that parents and students look for schools that have a wide variety of academic opportunities so that students don't feel trapped in their majors. More importantly check out the class schedules to see if the school offers enough classes to obtain the desired degree.

801389rk towards them, and you'll be happy!

My advice to those who are searching for the right college is to decide what field of study you would like to go into. You may come up with a few that you would like. Then select a college/university that offers the courses you need in order to obtain your degree. Look for differences in tuition prices and work hard to get a scholarship. Find a college in a place that you would like to live in. My advice about making the most of your college experience would be to come out of your bubble. Don't be shy. Make lots of friends who will build you up and help you study. Make friends in each class and study with them. Always make time to have fun but never procrastinate. Go to the school activities. They can be really fun.

For students: It can be tough to make the transition from your parents calling the shots to making decisions for yourself that may have life-long consequences. The biggest mistake I see students make is choosing a school or degree program because it?s what their parents want for them, but not what they want for themselves. This is your time to stand up and be an adult. Following your parents? dreams instead of your own will make you miserable and resentful, and will waste your time. Also, you need a certain number of electives in any college program. This is your big chance to take all those amazing classes you find interesting but have never tried. Once you graduate and enter the workforce and start a family, you will rarely find the time or resources to go back and take those courses, so do it now. You might discover a new hobby or even career path you never even considered before. For parents: Let your student make his/her own choices, good or bad. They need to know they have your ?permission? to take this step to becoming a responsible adult.

I would advise prospective students to really enjoy their time in school. College gives us a great opportunity to improve our lives, expand our minds, and develop our talents. It can be an enjoyable learning experience where we find out what we are really interested in and what we want the rest of our lives to be like, or it can be a constant drudgery of attending uninteresting classes and performing meaningless tasks. The only difference between those two experiences is your desire. If you sincerely want to learn and grow, you will, no matter what school you attend. If you think college is a waste of time, it will be. That is why it is important to step back and analyze your own reasons for attending college and determine what you really want to get out of it. Are you just going because you have nothing else to do after high school? Are you just going because they told you that you will earn more money with a college degree? If so, it doesn't matter which school you attend. However, if you do know what you want, you will find a school to get you there.

Each college offers something different for each person, research the school and determine if it has what you are looking for. Determine the resources and programs available. State colleges are great because generally tuition is cheaper, but trasfering schools can be a bit of a hassel. Make sure the school you are attending will readily trasfer credits and that their credits are accepted by other colleges or universities. Have fun with college but also take it seriously. Most of all, get involved and be open-minded and you will have a fabulous college experience!