Howard University Top Questions

When parents and students are choosing a university to attend time should be taken out. I strongly suggest visiting the school and maybe even staying a weekend with a current student. Always take a look at the dormitories and the caf?(s). Do research on the department the student is applying for on campus. Students should also do research on how helpful the financial aid and student accounts departments are. Going through all these steps can be tedious but in the long run it is well worth it.

The most I can tell students about finding the right college is to alway visit the college you would like to go to. Once you get there and explore and maybe even peek in on some of the classes, if you can see yourself walking down its halls, sitting in the classrooms, or socializing with people then thats the college for you. If you can't imagine being there for four years then maybe there's another college out there waiting for you. For art students, especially art students who went to art high schools such as I did, I would suggest that they give regular colleges a chance. I always wanted to go to art school, but I chose Howard because I never had the chance to see what other people in different non-art majors do or how we could work together. At a regular university you become exposed to so many different things and it opens your mind and heart to more than just the arts .

Choosing a college can be difficult, but the one thing parents and students should keep in mind is that the atmosphere of the college is the key to the student's success. The student must be comfortable with their choice. The organizations, clubs, extracurricular activities, volunteer opportunities and job opportunities contribute just as much to this atmosphere as campus safety, technology, and resources. A student must be able to know that their school will assist them in achieving their goals. Every student excels in a different atmosphere. The task therein lies in finding the perfect atmosphere for the student to succeed. The student's personality will determine his perfect atmosphere. Taking a tour is the best way to explore the atmosphere of a college. If I had not taken a tour of my top college choices, I would have certainly chosen the wrong one. In order to make the most of the college experience , the student should get involved with campus activities. It is an excellent way to create lifelong relationships and network which will certainly help further your career. Also working and learning from and with your peers can be very rewarding because you gain insight into various perspectives.

Allow the child to choose their own school, parents don't make the choice for them. Don't keep reminding your child how much you are paying for them to attend their school of choice. Allow them to be a student without that pressure.

If I could advice to parents of prospective students, then I would tell them to make sure they visit the camous with their children and understand that this is a location where the students will spend their college life at so they should make sure their children are comfortable and in the end it is the choice of the students and not the parents. As for the students, I would advise them to do their research and do not simply choose a school as a result of the choices made by friends because it will be easier to make new friends and be in a comfortable enviornment than to just simple go somewhere that you do not totally agree with.

I would tell students that they need to visit the school before you make a decision. Ask to see the inside of the dorms there and talk to some of the students and not just administration. Ask specific questions about the school and not just general questions. You also need to do your research about the college that you are interested in. Find out facts like how many companies come to recruit the students at the school and find out about which field you are trying to go into. To make the most of the college experience when you first get there you just need to be open to everything. Be open to meeting new people and listening to different ideas.

Howard University is great for making the most of the college experience. It offers the educational aspect as well as the social aspect. The responsibility of the student is to find a balance between the two. Howard provides students the skills needed to succeed in this ever changing world. With the care of professors and support of fellow peers, students interested in attending this prestigous university will have a chance to accomplish their desired dreams. Prospective students should understand that Howard University currently does not have the best equipment, but is working toward advancing these conditions. But overall, the opportunities here are limitless and the people you encounter are irreplaceable.

To find the right college, I think that you should visit the school before you attend so that you'll be use to the campus. That way you get a feel of the environment, and the type of people that attend the school. To make the most of the college experience, I believe that you have to get out there and meet new people and get involved in school activities. I regret not being more involved this year or last year, because I have missed out on numerous friendships and possibilties. Also to make sure you make the most of the college experience, I believe that you have to make sure you keep up your grades, and try your best academically.

For the Parents: Try not to impose what school you like best on your child. Instead, give them names of schools that you feel that should consider or take a look at. In addition, let them know which schools you can financially afford, which will also help narrow their search. Students: Make a list of all the things you want in a school, as this will help you narrow your search. When making a decision, go with what truly makes you happy, as this is the place that will help shape the rest of your life.

The advice that my parents gave me was "Don't let anyone decide what's best for you, because only you know the answer to that." College is all about what you make it, you can only do so much, so it is in your best interest to make the most of it. Get involved and if you want to become a part of a sorority or fraternity don't join just because a friend of yours is doing the same. Do it because you want to. Don't give in to the peer pressure because if you give in once, you will keep giving in. Just because the school is giving you the most money, doesn't mean you like it. Once you get into the school you like fill out the scholarships and or even loans. You have to take the good with the bad when going to school, just make sure the good out weighs the bad. If the bad out weighs the good then maybe you are at the wrong school.

Choose a college that is right for the student. Base your decision on class size, graduation rate, social activities, campus size and any other factor that may hinder your decision. Dont just pick a school based on its name or because your parents went there. This is your college experience, they've had theirs.

don't choose a college just because your parents went there or because it's a party school oa because all of your friends will be there. this is the first of many decisions that will affect you for the rest of your life so choose wisely.

I would tell students to check out the campus first before you make a final decision to go there. and to lean on your family for support cause they will be there when you need it the most. To make the most of your college experience you have to be willing to do anything. college can come as a culture shock for some and all you need to make it through that shock is the let go of the situation and just do whatever it is that is before you. If you experience as much as you possibly can you will make the most out of your experience. However dont chsnge who you are to appeaize anyone!! You have to remember the person your parents raised and never let go of that person. of course you will grow and develop in college but dont beome something you are not!! that way you will always be happy with who you will become. that is all the advice i would give someone to make the most out of their college experience.

The advice I would give to parents with children who are planning to attend college is 1) START EARLY! I can't stress this point enough. Parents should begin taking their children on college tours in middle school, enroll them in AP courses in high school, sign them up for SAT prep courses during their sophomore/junior year, and should get the application process going as early as possible, even if they don't plan on utilizing the early decision option. Advise your child to apply for scholarships, beginning their junior year of high school. Assist your child in the process. So much money is out there for students and goes to waste because students don't apply! Parents should not pressure their child into going to college if he/she doesn't want to/ doesn't feel ready; it's better to have waited than wasted thousands of dollars on tuition. Parents, be supportive of your child's college/career decisions; let him/her go where ever he/she feels comfortable. And please, learn to LET GO! At some point, you must let your child be an adult, make their own decisions, and learn to live with the consequences.

One main idea that I would stress as a word of advice to parents and/or students is to focus solely on the student as a whole. A student should take the time out of their lives, while in their last year of high school, to evaluate themselves on a more sophisticated level. They should realize that going to college is a major step that is going to determine their potential careers and futures as a whole. Parents and students together should discuss the students' aspirations, inspirations, interests, and the expectations that they have in this life. By laying this important foundation first, parents and/or students may then focus on finding the right schools that seem to be compatible and best for the student's ideal career and personal goals. Students who really want to make the most out of their college experiences should never forget who they are. I would advise students to be responsible, open-minded, motivated, ambitious, and goal-oriented. They have to remember that success is only accessible through obstacles and hardships. Students can and should only be themselves from this point forward in order to reap the illustrious benefits of college.

Advice that I would give to parents and students about finding the right college would include three things. I would urge students and parents to find a college that caters to a students' professional/career goals. There are some colleges that are especially great for specific majors and it is these schools that certain students should apply for. There should be no intimidation when applying to schools that have a narrow focus, you never know what a college or university may see in your application. Secondly, I would encourage students and parents to make sure to visit a campus before choosing to attend. Pictures, virtual tours, and even taking the word of an alumni or current student can be deceiving. There is a general feeling that one can get from actually visiting a college and it is this feeling that can affirm the desire to go to that school or deter an individual from following through with that choice. Finally, I would advise students and parents to sit down together and weigh all information on prospective colleges. This final discussion should especially include financial aid options for each school. All of these things are important when picking a college/university.

I advise parents to not foce their choice or career goals on their children. I advise the children to travel away from home for college because this is there only chance to be paid to leave home but also, to experience other people and cultures and see a bit of the world for themselves. To make the most of your college experience, be open minded and receptive to change

It is important to recognize that national prestige is not the be all end all answer for the perfect school. College has to give you the best fit for your money, personality, and degree interests. I recommend that for all college considerations that you conduct information interviews with current students, particularly with students that are in your field of study. Also, do not be afraid of being away from home. Some of the best life experiences come from learning about yourself away from your home environment. It is important to keep in mind a quote from Carter G. Woodson, "An education is nothing unless it revolutionizes the social order..." Your education is your opportunity to estabilish yourself as an agent of change within your community, take every advantage afforded to you and make sure to give everyone who comes behind you the opportunity to do the same plus more!

Make sure to look for a well rounded school. After all college prepares you for all aspects of life, not just your career. Visit the school you want to attend, talk to other students, attend a class and a social function even. Be sure that, at the end of the day, this is where you want to begin and end the path that changes your life.

Go with you gut filling and don't let cost be the number one determaint in what you as the student want to do..It's your life, and your education.

Go with your heart. Apply everywhere! Even if you aren't a schools traditonal archetype of a student, you never know who may be reading your story and has a similar situation as you. Go to a school that fits your traditon, not one that will force theirs on you. College is the place where you learn and grow and should be a chance for you to develop spiritually, intecllectually, and physically the way you want to, not your parents. You should choose a school that will help feed your passion and drive. You don't want to work doing something you absolutely hate do you? You have one life, it belongs to you. Take risk, seize opportunity, and don't be afraid to go against the Status Quo. You don't get attention being a follower. It's that one person who stands in the "free speech zone" that makes you turn your head. The one getting things done and being themselves. That's all you have in this world is you. Really, that's it. You are the ultimate representation of your self, and the college you chose should should reprensent you.

First and foremost, no university's essence can be fully captured in a mass-mailed, six page admissions brochure. And if it could, you certainly wouldn't want to go there! It is imperative that students visit potential schools. Preferably before applying, but certainly before accepting admission and heading off to spend four (or more) years there. Also, please treat a college visit as the important event it is. You're not deciding on what to have for lunch, you're affecting your educational and professional future here, act like it. Seriously discuss the University and the program to which you plan on applying with departmental leaders, professors and current students. You do not want to show up for the first day of class to find out that you've stepped into your worst nightmare, especially once that tuition check has been written. Once you've found your niche school remember why you're there. Being the president of three organizations, having lots of stories and being elected Student Body president doesn't make up for a horrible GPA. Enjoy the experience, you'll never get it again. But don't forget the cost to you and those you love!

Parents and students should visit colleges and universities together, because it gives them both a chance to see and feel what the campus is like. The students get a feel for the student body atmosphere, while the parents get the chance to perceive the environment and give their child their opinion. It is also important to have parents and students interact with the campus environment, by going to specially planned events where both parties get to see the campus "alive." This may mean going to a football game or going to a play or a festival, that the college or university might be holding. Additionally, parents and students should also schedule tour mettings or guides where they can explore the campus with someone who already knows the ins and outs of the university or school grounds. Also, it is reccommended that the parent and the student do their "homework," by researching these colleges and universities before they go, by seeing what best suits that prospective student. By doing this, the parent wins by knowing what to expect before getting there, while the students hasan overall view of what the campus is about.

My advice would be choose the best college for you and one that will fit your budget.

I would tell students to firstly follow thier heart. If you have a choice in what college to attend; make sure its the one you really desire to learn at. Its a decision based on whats best for you; not your parents or anyone else. When choosing your college remember to be realistic. Set finicial goals early, because the less debt you acquire before graduation, the better off you will be. Students should learn early to take control of your education. You should not souly depend on parents, friends, advisors, or anyone else because in the end your becoming an adult and your responsible for your future. My advice to parents would be not to pressure your kids into anythig they are not ready for. Tough love is one thing but you dont want to push them away! Id tell them set finicial plans early, before the graduation of highschool. Do your own research; dont just depend on brochures and tours because there is ALWAYS SOME HIDDEN COST! If you can help it, you dont want your kid to be the embarrassed one on the 1st day of classes because they have not been validated. MAKE THE BEST OF IT

visit the college you plan to attend research fully about the school and compare to make the best decision

Parents should go to the College that their son or daughter is attending. College prep teacher's have a very general and thus limited understanding of how college, college life, and financial aid works. Go on college tours if they are available., Live as a college student, and do what you can to get a real life understanding of the enviroment your son or daughter will be in for the next 4+ years.

visit the school first and talk to someone there

Find the truth out about any college you are considering. Don?t just accept the white-washed version the institution presents you on their website or during a campus visit. Talk to current students and alumni, and make sure the school provides the services and environment you desire. Once you get to school throw yourself into campus life. Study hard, get involved and never miss an opportunity to maximize your college experience. The worst feeling at the end of college is wondering what could have been.

Please make an informed decision! Before sepping onto the campus know what you want to do with your life. Changing your major mutiple times is costly! Preliminarily, do the best you can in high school to ensure yourself a scholarship. Parents: Start a college savings account for your children when they are young. Don't leave them out to dry, when it's time for them to attend college. Do not depend on the government to completely pay for their education.

My advice to parents and/or students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience is to not settle. Money is a huge factor when considering colleges, but there is money out there available to help people pursue their goals. Find a school you know you will enjoy going to everyday. Visit schools and speak with the students and ask questions about their experiences and get their recommendations. Try going to a school event to see how campus life is for other students who are already there. Finding a college that is suitable for you doesn't have to be difficult. You just have to make use of the resources available to you to fing the best college for you.

Look for scholarships furing your sophomore years of high school. I didn't know anything, and had to pay my way through. Get high gpa's so that you can immediatey get scholarships when you get in college. Participate in school activities,,and please leave on campus. Focus on school and forget about boys. If you think about boys, you will fail. Trust me, i went through it. Most of all, make the best out of your college experience..SCHOLARSHIPS...SCHOLASHIPS,,,,APPLY FOR ALL OF THEM..

Do not attend any college because someone else wants you to! You will be miserable, which will hold you back from reaching and surpassing your limits. Invest in your emotional being as well as you education. These four college years will give you a chance to explore you, and what you like, love and what you are truly passionate about. Relax and please enjoy these grooming years, you will be surprised how much you learn in and outside the classroom. Congratulations in advance!!

Don't make decisions based on the financial aid package alone. Don't assume that because a school has a high price tag that you won't get a good financial aid package- often the most expensive ones are the ones that have the resources to give the most scholarships, etc. In the end, go with the school that fits the student's goals and personality best. If they want a small school but they get a full-ride to a Big 10 university where they're just a number, it probably won't work out, and you'll end up wasting time, money and effort. Someone who really wanted to go there could have made better use of that scholarship! You may not be able to afford your dream school, but there's usually good consolation school. Also, students, take it all with a grain of salt. Find people who accept you for you, keep in mind you're there to learn first and party second, and don't forget to chase your dreams.

The first form of advice that I want to give parents and students alone, is to be prepared. It is very important to do things ahead of time so that spare of the moment decisions are avoided. To the parents, I would suggest that they have a financial plan. Make sure that the school that is chosen is affordable for them. Furthermore, make your child your priority. It is important for students to have a strong foundation to stand on because this is the transitional period into adulthood. To students, I would encourage them to decide what it is that they would like to do in their profession. They should do a little research before college, so that they can make a plan, pick a major and minor, and get out of undergraduate as soon as possible. Additionally, chose a college that is not only affordable, but best for their major, for that will take them further in their carrer. Finally, I would like to say, try your very best and enjoy your experience. College should be one of the best experiences of their lives, however they must realize the importance of success. Stay positive, hardworking, and never give up!

think long and hard

When finding the right college, go on college tours, but don't just follow the tour guide. Stop some of the students walking around campus and ask them how they feel. Often their opinions will help you decide whether to attend that school or not. As for making the most of your college experience, live on campus freshman year. Mix and mingle with people you normally wouldn't speak to and get involved on campus. I guarantee you'll make friends that'll last you a lifetime.

My advice choosing a college is first look at the degrees the college has to offer- major, minors(quality/reputation/ranking). Faculty contact, classes taught by full-time doctorally qualified faculty. Then possibly find out how the community is, whether its urban, country , how far the school is away from home. Also safety around campus- off campus. Private or Public?Accreditation? Class sizes? Next, down to the important factor, financial assistance packages ; cost of tuition including meal plan and room and board. Housing options (dorms, apartments, living at home) . A campus tour before making the final decision, will be able to give you the reality experience of the: campus resources ,student body ,social life ,Greek organizations, sports, school spirit, religion ect.

Howard University is an excellent school choice. One can really learn about themselves and others in the close knit environment. The teachers reward excellence and the students strive achieve that reward.

As far as college goes, You don't pay to just go to class and study. You pay for the entire experience. But college can be as memorable or miserable as you want it to be. College is trully what you make of it.

In order for any student to find the right college they must first answer the question "am I fully ready to take care of myself?" If answered truthfully, the student will know just how far away from home their school should be. A student may not always know what major they want, or what path they would like to follow, but as long as they are able to recognize where their strengths and weaknesses lie mentally, socially and academically, they will be able to locate a college that fits their personality. Comfort and a sense of belonging are key in selecting a college. Without the proper balance of these factors, any student can fall prey to homesickness, depression or alcoholism ultimately resulting in what can be a detrimental affect on ones grades. However, once you've arrived at college it is important to experience new things, and new people. Never delve too far outside of your comfort zone, but reach a little beyond your "personality box" and grab hold to something that you feel may enhance your life, and your spirit while attending this school. Know your morals and principles, and never stray too far for enjoyment.

It is very important to VISIT the college before deciding to go there and to also talk to students who are CURRENTLY attending the school. Also make sure that it is an atmosphere that you are comfortable in, and also that it is a place where you would not mind spending FOUR YEARS or your life, or more, living in.

When choosing the right college, it is best to assess exactly what it is you are looking for in a school. Before choosing a distant school make sure you're ready to be far from home. Most importantly, stay focused on what you are in school for. It is important to enjoy yourself but the main goal is to recieve an education in order to better your life and the life of those around. We are the generation of geniuses. Stay on track and don't get distracted.

The advice that I would give students and parents about finding the right college and making the most out of it is to first, find the college that makes you whole inside. If a person does not go home after the feeling that they are not complete if they don't go here then it is the right college for them. If a student feels that they could be at another school never ever settle. Also by making the most out of the college experience would definitely be to join clubs and organizations and get to know some of the staff. Sometimes the administration will have your back in the end. As for parents, because my parents dont support me, the best thing for you all to do is support your child. If you can't afford to pay out of pocket then try to do a PLUS loan with them. Students will appreciate it more in the end and if they do get a good job, then they are more willing to help pay it back versuses a parent that completely shoved them off. Overall that sums it up and good luck on your college search.

Choose the college that you think best fits your personality and academic needs. You have to choose what YOU need in life even though your parents may want you to go to another college. When you get into college enjoy it as much as you can. Academics first though. A social life is great. You dont always have to be clamed up in your dorm room. These will be the best four years ever and you will make GREAT life long friends and lose some friends who you thought were lifelong but its ok. You may not necessarily get the dream job you want after college but it will be there as long as you worked hard and stayed focused.

Go with a place that is comfortable and suits who you are and what you're about. Not what your friends are and not what your parents are about. Don't even worry abot what's offered. If the school is in line with who you are and what you're about, then it should already be taken care of.

Choosing the right college is one of the most daunting decisions that a student will have to make. Parents should be there to guide their children and to help them choose the college that would allow the child to flourish both in and out of the classroom. Ultimately, the decision lies with the student because they will have to deal with whatever the outcome may be. The first factor to look at should definitely be academics and the whole learning environment. Find a place that has a variety of majors and courses. I think college is also a time for self-discovery. It's a chance to meet new people, experience new places and things, and find out who you really are. College can allow you to challenge yourself in ways you never could before. I would advise a new student to soak up everything college has to offer because it's an experience that can't be replaced. College isn't just a place to party and hide from our parents. It's a place that will build your character and hopefully test you in ways that will only make you stronger and wiser.

Always visit the school before you make the decision to attend.

When selecting the college that you would like to attend know what you want from the college. Would you like to attend a large college, a college that is well known for its program of study in your major, or just a college that is well known? Once you pick a college find out as much information as possible about ways to pay for the college so that you wont have to take out a large loan. Talk to as many people in the financial aid department so that when you do have a problem (and you will) you will have somebody that knows you to go to who can help you fix your problem. Apply for all of your classes as soon as possible because you may not get the classes you need if your late. Pay all school expenses of as soon as possible so that you do not have more problems later. Just talk to as many administrators as possible as often as possible because they will be able to pull strings to help you when you need it.

Stay focused. That is imperative.