Florida International University Top Questions

Before I came to this school I wish I had known about the DRC which is the disability research center. Initially, I was concerned with my grades and my learning capacity since I have ADD and ADHD, but once I joined the school I realized that the DRC is a huge help in regards to learning disabilities.

The workload was really heavy my first year. I was not used to that and took seventeen credit hours--abig mistake.

Just how to plan classes together, a better academic plan of study

Everything I needed to know about financial aid and graduate school requirements.

I wish I had known about some of the class sizes, I wouldve picked better classes.

I wish I had known how much I would love to work in the advertising industry. FIU's Mass Communications program is one of the best, and I know I would've excelled as one of their students. If there is one thing I learned after college, however, is that it's never too late to do what you love. I am happy to say that my Bachelor's degree in English Literature still helped me strengthen the reading and writing skills I have used since to enter the industry.

What my post graduate degree would focus on so that I could have been better oriented and started off strong.

The price. I always knew college was expensive, but until I actually sat down and started calculating numbers I realized reality. I chose a school because I liked the campus, the communty, never once did I look at the price and the struggle it would bring to my parents.

The sheer number of students and how long it would take to become classified as an in-state resident for tuition purposes!

I would have liked to know how difficult it is to park and that I need to come very early to avoid crowds. I would also liked to have know about how big the campus was and how difficult it is to get around the campus.

I wish I knew how hot it would be and the amount of rain.

What the school was known for, such as its Business School or School of hospitality. Having known that Iwould have been more likely to study one of those areas.

I wish I would have been more financially prepared to be able to take more classes at once without having to think about the financial strain.

I wish I would have known how overwhelming being in such a large school could be; it would have made the adjustment a bit easier.

What I wish I had known before coming to this school was that certain dorms didnt have kitchens,there are a lot of supported memebers here to guide you,and a more made up mind of my major.

I wish I knew more about the school in general.

I wish I would have know how awesome it is!

I wish I had known how to work the financial aid situation better.

Nothing, i love the envirnoment of going to a new school

to consult an advisor for all possibilities and to get involved in various clubs and volunteer work

How large the campus is.

exactly that

I wish that i knew i would have so much free time and so many opportunities. If i came to my school knowing these things i would have planned what my goals would be reagrding my social life and making a difference. My school has so many organizations that i am interested in and it's challenging to pick ones that are a priority and fit my schedule.

The job opportunities available with this degree.

It costs a lot to live in such a nice place, and you better get used to walking far.

no, everything i learned at this school lead to great experiences

Despite my college experience of having more disappointments than accomplishments, those were setbacks that allowed me to developed as an individual much more than I expected it. Yes, we always wish for bad situation not to occur, but we always have to welcome unfortunate events as a life learning experience regardless of their outcome. That would be the only way to successfully overcome life setbacks that later help us to achive future ones inspiring family, friends, and acquintances likewise.

Familiarize myself with the different departments of the school and how well they interact with student?s concerns.

More about financial aid

I wish I had been explained how I was going to needto handle the payments for tuition and housing. The college simply just told me I was accepted and did not explain anything. I litteraly had to go online and figure everything out, which made everything very confusing. Another thing was confusing was that housing and tution are paid in two seperate places, and that just made things hectici when ifirst arrived her. It general the offices are very disorganaized.

Before I had come to this school, I wish I had known the importance of planning ahead to keep track of my finances.

I knew everything I needed to be prepared for this school.

IF i would be able to afford the tuition, being an out of state resident.

Before I attended Florida International University I wish I would have known the way inwhich financial assistance and tuition was constructed. There is an enormous process you must go through in order to receive financial assistance and some students don't even qualify. It is very nerve wrecking to stress about the payment for your tuition every semester.

I wish I would have taken the opportunity to go to a better college. As soon as I discovered about my acceptance, I was overwhelmed with joy. The only factor that worried me was the cost of tuition was not covered by the scholarships that I had been offered. Finally, I decided to attend my current university merely because of financial security. I regret disregarding my own happiness.

I wish that i would had known to be more independent and great this school really is.

how easy the classes were, and how hard it is to find classes to take

The fact that it is a commuter campus with a focus on business and the sciences.

Parking Sucks!!

Faculty is not helpful & everyone gives you the run around. Parking sucks.

I wish I would have known that the cost of housing was going to be very expensive.

It is a commuter school.

Before i had come to this school i wish i knew exactly how to plan and pick my classes. If i would have payed more attention on deadlines and the add/drop policy I could have had a chance to do a little better in school.

I expected the school to be a horrible experience because of its reputation as a commuter school. However, I cannot say I would have attended another school instead. My high school grades were awful, but I have had the opportunity to turn my act around here. It is not very competitive so it is a great school of opportunity. You are either going to excel or work and not do so well. I wish the school spirit was a little more intense.

About the possibilites they offer for dual enrollment/.

how amazing the thetaer department at my school is, i feel that everytime i walk through those doors i am right at home and everyone there no matther what grade they're in or in what level of acting they are, they will always treat you with respect and treat you as part of the FIU thetaer family we are.

I wish I would have known more about the Bright Futures Scholarship. I was not granted this award and therefore I am struggling, financially.

how much hard work had to be put in to learning and getting the grades you want.

That I should have applied to more scholarships.

More about finding scholarships.