Edgewood College Top Questions

Dear future college students! I have attended three different colleges in the last 5 years. The smaller class sizes and detication of the teachers attracted me to Edgewood College. It is very important to decide if you prefer lecture halls or small classes. Having your teacher know your name or your student ID. It is also very important to look at the cost of the school that you have in mind, also the location. Even though location is very important, do not let your girlfriend, boyfreind, parents, sibbling, ect. dirrect your decision. In the long run, that small decision might turn into a huge problem. I suggest that you check out at least 5 colleges, and then apply to a few or all of them depending on what you observed. Get out there and meet new people, do not always stick with your high school buddies, and get involved. Good luck in the future!

Sit in on classes at the school. Also, the most important thing is to ask students about the campus. Don't ask people who give tours or student ambassadors or anything, ask unbiased students. Everyone else will lie to you to try to get you to attend their school. Make the most of your college experience by spending a lot of time with a select group of people you really enjoy. Talk about things that you like to talk about, and learn from your friends. Go off campus and try to get new experiences.

The best this is to make sure you visit the campus and look at the settings around you. If it's possible spend sometime in a classroom and see how the classes are like. Also, the settings are important. It's good to get a feel, and see where jobs are available and a good and fun place you can hangout at.

I think that is important to consider lots of options and think about what will make the student most content. It is important to think about the class size that the student will be comfortable with. In my own experience I thought that I would be most comfortable speaking up in classes that were smaller, which is one of the reasons I chose the school I am attending. For a student to make the most of their college experience I think that is important to live on-campus, if possible. This allows you to meet a lot of new people and make friends. It can also help you become more connected to your campus and the activities that are provided for you. For me, I found that it also help me develop independence. I think that it is also important to get involved in activities, like clubs and sports. Another good way to get involved is to apply for an on-campus job. This will also help you to meet people and become part of the college community.

There is not ONE school that is right for you. Do not let anyone pick your school for you because then you end up running the risk of being unhappy in the long run. Another suggestion would be to broaden your choices so that you can get the most out of the opportunities that each school offers individually. There are so many great schools that will fit every personality on this planet, but if you do not try and give yourself those options, then you are closing some doors that could potentially harness great success in your life. The biggest idea is to have fun with your college search. It should never be a stressful situation. Make sure to visit campuses with open eyes and a smile on your face because those buildings are the start of the rest of your life; so choose wisely.

The advice I would give would be to tour as many schools as you can, and when you are there ask a lot of questions. It is a big decision of where you will be spending the next four years of your life so asking questions and seeing everything is important.

College is definitely a unique experience, but it's only fun and exciting if you want it to be. Get involved in a few extracurricular activities or clubs to meet people who have similar interests. Having or not having friends can make or break your college experience. Also, apply to as many scholarships as you can because though it may not seem stressful to you now, having to buy groceries and housing on top of your education can get to be very difficult. Lastly, live in a dorm or on campus housing for your first year, no matter how close to home you are. If you hate it - you never have to go back, but at least you'll have tried it. It's a humbling experience and is often the beginning of your social adventures.

I have attended 3 colleges, and it has taken me all 3 years to find out what I wanted to do. The most important part about it is that I would not be where I am today without every single one of those semesters. Finding the right college takes time, but when it comes down to it, a few extra semesters for a drastic change that will last for the rest of your life is well worth it. Just make sure you have the basics down and that your general requirements are completed with some classes that you are interested in taking dispursed inbetween. And do not be afraid to ask others for help! Everyone is more than willing to assist you and college shouldn't be a scary place. It's a place for self-exploration and it's the perfect time in your life to do it. Just don't waste it all partying - pay attention but enjoy it!

When finding the right college to attend first think about the size that you think you would best work in. I think that is very important because that effects how well you are able succeed. Also look ahead at financial issues because that can become very stressful if you do not plan ahead. Also when you are finding the right college it is important to think about the distance away from home and how you will be able to handle it. Do not pick a college because that is where your friends are going. Don't worry if you are further away from them this will help you become more open to meeting new people and you will always be able to see them during breaks. It also makes it more interesting when you seperate from your friends because then you are able to go and visit other colleges. Mainly when finding the right college to attend do your research and apply to as many as you want so you have your choices.

Choose a college that has what you want specifically to your interests and goals.

The student should know what kind of environment they learn best in (small v. large school, do they need one-on-one time with a professor). This leads to visiting the campuses; know what the campus looks like , do you feel comfortable in the setting? Meet professors and/or the chair of the department, get to know them. Another great resource many colleges offer is staying over night with a current student. This gives the prospective student a first hand knowledge of the school-many times you can sit in a class of your choice. Basically, the prospective student should know what they want and ask if the college provides or can provide for them.

I think students needs to look at the whole picture when they are considering a particular school. Your decision should be based on more than one factor. Realize that this is going to be your home for the next four years of your life (or more!). When I first started college, I chose a school that was located in a town smaller than the one in which I grew up. While the students from rural areas were thrilled by all the new opportunities for them, I felt like mine had shrunk. I realized I needed to go to a school in a city that was known for more than just its party atmosphere. The school I attend now is an amazing fit for me; the campus and class sizes are small, but there are a lot more things to do on the weekends than just drink. Students at my campus can enjoy the same activities that students at the city's large university take part in. I have an easy time finding part-time jobs that work around my school schedule, and there are a lot of extra-curricular opportunities. I feel like I have the best of both worlds!

The advice I would give to parents would be to guide their children in the college process. Be involved in looking at schools and examining all the different options. Ask the guidance counselors at the high school about college search programs or information. Consider costs, but also consider class size and seek out scholarships to make the investment more affordable. To students, I would say to examine options and make a decision based on several factors, not one or two factors. When in college, be sure to let your professors know who you are. Having a relaitonship with all of your professors is beneficial, particularly if you need to ask for accomodations or help during the term. If they know and trust you, and you know and trust them, this will be easier to do. Participate in class discussions; you can learn a lot from voicing your opinion and listening to the opinions of others. Take the opportunity in college to examine your own background and how it shapes you as a person. Think about what other people's experiences bring to the classroom and how they enhance your own.

It is important to visit the campus before you apply to that school. Take advantage of 'experience' days, because that will be the most realistic description of what daily life is like on campus. Also, be sure that the school has the facilities and programs (such as music, visual art, theatre, or other career oriented programs) that you're looking for. To make the most of your college experience, be sure to join clubs or organizations that you're passionate about. It helps you meet new people and network. Also, be sure to get out and experience the art, music, and culture of the city your campus is located in. Do things that you normally would not do, or never had the chance to. College is the time for personal growth and exploration, and one of the best ways to learn about yourself is to see how you react to new and different situations.

The most meaningful aspects of choosing a college that fits you the best is to focus on your learning abilities as well as the field you are interested in. There is a wide variety of colleges that specialize in different fields and that are well-known and recognized, therefore you should research which one would fulfill your expectations. Another consideration is the geographical location of the college to best fit the curriculum you are looking for. To fully take advantage of the college experience, it is essential to excell academically while maintaining a balance with the social aspects of going to college. Getting involved on campus can change these memorable years of one's life. The impacts one can make by volunteering are memorable for those who are being helped. Also joining student organizations or clubs permits students to interact and meet people they may never have met while having fun and making a difference.

Pick the college that feels right to the student.

I would ask students how they learn best. I transfered from a univeristy where many classes were over 100 students to a small college where the classes are maximum 45 students. This was a better learning environment for me and since the teachers got to know the students it expands connections and relationships. I would also pay close attention to the availability of resources. Here at Edgewood College I can walk into the student resource center and get a tutor, get help with a paper, get a job, update my resume all at the same spot. The college you look for should also have extra ciricular activities that interest you. I found that I can run cross/country and track here and I love it; there are also many club and activities to do outside of sports. Overall I think it comes down to the feeling that you get when walking on the campus and observing that options they have to offer.

When searching for the correct college, you must take your time. If you are to learn and fell comfortbale doing so, its a priority that you find a college that suits all your needs. That involves looking at all aspects from location, to class sizes, accesibility of professors and resources, and social events as well. Your college career only happends once, and so you will want to have everything right there at your disposable. When you walk across that stage on your grauation you want to feel as if you made all the right choices and feel a sense of a job well done. I made sure that I found a school that was just for me, and I know that I made the right decison. Everything that I wanted in a school is right where I am now. I think its also very important for parents to take an active interest in their childrens decisions. Most parents have been in this spot before, so their experience and knowledge should be used as much as possible.

First off, figure out if you want a state school or a small school. Do you like being in large numbers of people and being just another girl in a red shirt and jeans, or do you want to be immersed in a class room where your class mates might all say, " Hey, what a nice shirt you have on." or a professor might say, "Everyone who was involved in Mac Beth the production was amazing. I loved the lighting and costuming!" Talk to other current students on the campus, literally quiz their brain, "How is the food? How are the people? What clubs are offered? How are the classes? Professors? " As a prospective student, I would suggest that you consider an over night and visit in order to get a true feel of the campus and the environment. So you did the college search and now are off to venture your first year of college. Stay organzied with your dorm room, be outgoing and introduce yourself to lots of people, stay in contact with your professors each week and study 3-4 hours a night depending upon your course load. Above all things learn.