Millersville University of Pennsylvania Top Questions

Let your child decide, don't force anything on them.

Let your child go off and experience things on their own. Give them space and they will reach out when needed.

dont wait

I would tell them to pick the college that has the major they want. I would also recommend them to take advantage of the tutoring center and all available help. Also plan out a schedule that would best work for you and keep it up so you have all of your work done on time and have a study schedule and make sure you take breaks to relax.

Don't let anything hold you back from visiting a school- go to as many as you can, but don't go crazy just so you can brag about how many you visited. Figure out what you want- city, rural, etc. The size... all the big things. And if you have an idea for a major, find the up-and-coming schools, not the big ones. Everyone wil go there. Find schools that have a small and focused faculty. They are much more likely to give you the most bang for your buck.

Go for your gut feeling if you like that school when you visit then most likely its the right school. Don't think to much about price even though it is very important, there is no price for your education. There are many ways for you to be able to pay for school.

I recommend taking a tour of a few campus' before you fill out the applications. I did not do this and am now upset that i didnt take the time to check out my options. Also, go to an Open House with the school but take what they say with a grain of salt because alot of Universities will lie to new students to try and get you to come there. Try to find the college that seems like it cares about its students more than it considers them just a tuition check. After you get to college, i recommend taking time to check out each and every Fraternity/Sorority and trying to put aside the stereotypes that have been force-fed to you from the media and college movies. I say check out EVERY fraternity/sorority because each one is slightly different, and you should choose the one that has the people in it that you can most identify with. Joining Greek Life was one of the best decisions of my life, and i recommend it to absolutely everyone who enjoys having a close knit group of friends and who likes to give back to their school.

Look at every aspect of the college during your visits and determine which aspects are most important to you. Once you pick a school, go out and experience everything available. For parents, you need to be sure your money is going to a good school and a place where your child will expand his/her horizons. For students, this is the most memorable part of your life and you will meet people you will stay in contact with forever. Do not let it fly by.

When looking to find the right school for yourself and/or your child, it is extremely important to find somewhere you feel comfortable. When I first looked at schools, I looked for the schools with the best baseball teams that I could play for. I had originally decided on a school other than the one I chose, but soon realized it was the wrong decision. I changed schools, because I felt more comfortable here, and their major program fit my interests much better. Also, once you pick a school, get to know some people around campus, and you will surely develop some important friendships that can last a lifetime. However, do not lose track of your studies, and always keep schoolwork your number one priority. And, ENJOY YOURSELF!!

Save your money!! College is really expensive and living on the campus is even more expensive. Think about location, size, and academics and weigh them out together to see if you really want to go somewhere.

The greatest advice I could give to parents and student?s college hunting is to not rush the decision. College students essentially are living at school, and deciding where you want to live, as well as receive an education, and build a new life is a very big deal. Look at every facet of every school and allow yourself time to really look at all the factors, cost, location, reputation. I began the process of choosing my school in the beginning of my junior year in high school. My parents and I drove many miles, and definitely had some aggravating moments, but it is really important to visit as many colleges as possible. Many schools I thought I would love because of others opinions and experiences and online descriptions I ended up completely hating. I chose a college three hours from home, and sometimes it?s hard to be away and be on my own. However at the end of the day I know I chose the right school for me, a place where I feel like I am at home and receiving a great education. That?s what I hope all future students can find as well.

To find the right colleg my advice would be to tour it, but also try to spend the day there on a normal school day. This will allow you to gain the whole experiene and see if you feel like you fit in. To make most of the experience while at college, join clubs or groups that you would enjoy being in. The athletics department as well as the music and arts programs are excellent at Millersville, and you should base part of you decision to go to a school on the extra programs they offer.

First I would tell the parents that they should make sure and visit the school with their child before they attend it. The parent should make sure that the student has put alot of consideration into their choice in finding a school that best suits them! As a student going to be an incoming freshman make sure that you live in the dorms your first semester, it makes setting up a good foundation and meeting new people alot easier. Another thing to keep in mind as a student is that you should try and attend any orientation that your school provides, it is a great way to meet new people. But the number one thing thing to keep in mind as a soon to be college student is that you should keep an open mind, try new things, and try and meet as many new people as possble. Finally, even if you are homesick try not to go home alot on weekends, because you will never learn to like it without trying and putting in the extra effort.

Pick a place where you will feel comfortable and at home. Don't be shy, try to make friends with anyone you can! Coming in freshman year, everyone's in the same boat, and everyone is looking for friends, so be outgoing and be yourself! Also, the move is going to be hard on your parents if you're going to live away from home, so give them a call at least once a week so they know that you're alive, okay and having fun. :-) Good luck!

To students, pick where you want to go! Don't let your parents opinions about what is best for you make your decision. Take their opinions into account, but if you want to be happy when you're in school you are the only one who can decide what will make you happy. On the same note, parent's don't restrict your kid's choices. This is a time for them to start making decisions on their own, and they will probably make better decisions if they like the school they are enrolled in. Students, if you know what you want to do, take into account the programs the school offers, and the percentages of graduates who get jobs, this is important if you want a good career! Once you get to college, get out there and get involved! Friends aren't going to come to you, I found that out the hard way. Try clubs, sports, different organizations. Also, make friends in your classes, they come in handy if it's a hard class, and make great study buddies. Get to know upper class men, they have good advice and they can really help you out.

Sometimes a smaller school is better than a larger school, especially of the student comes from a small town. A smaller school provides a more intimate atmosphere but sill provides the same quality education. It is possible to spend less on tuition but sill gain a good education. State schools are generally cheaper than private schools. Choose a school based on the quality of the program you are interested in, rather than the name of the school. The easiest way to make the transition from high school to college is to get involved in extracurricular activities. Extracurriculars provide opportunities to meet new people who share your interests.

find somewhere that you can imagine yourself spending alot of your time at, that fits you needs and wants.

My advice to students who are looking for the right college and desire to make the most of their college experience can find it in three words: Priority and balance. If you're looking for a college where you can recieve the most amount of knowledge and education for your future plans and careers, then your priority is in the right place and any college that offers that is the right college for you. In order to get the most out of your college experience, you must learn how to balance your time between your study life as well as your social life. It is said that too much of anything is a bad thing, and this is true in the case of getting the most out of your college experience. However, if there were to be an unbalance in anything, I would advise you to spend more effort towards making time in your studies than in socializing. There is so much to do on campus already, that it is almost impossible to avoid having a excessive amount of social time. But do not forget your priorities, because when you look away from your goals, all you see are obstacles.

Do not skimp on visiting prospective schools. I visited many schools, some more than once. Make sure you do your homework on financial aid and apply for the federal aid loans.

Take the time to really find out about the school you want to attend. Visit the school, go on campus and see how friendly or helpful students are. Get a real "feel" and meet the professors, eat on campus, attend a sporting event. When you choose a college, please go out and find extra curricular activities. There are sports, clubs, organizations of all kinds, more than I probably know about. Read the school email invitations to cultural events or job fairs. If you feel uncomfortable, bring a friend. Don't be afraid to try new things. The only way to really enjoy college is to engulf yourself in your surroundings. Put yourself in a favorable position. By going out to events or trying out for something, it's the best way to meet some new friends, which is how you make life-long friends. Putting yourself out there will have you enjoying your school in no time. I know most of my friends I made have been through organizations I have joined. Find those people with common interests. Just remember to have fun, be yourself, and don't stress too much, this is only the rest of your life, haha.

ask the students walking around what they think of the school, not just the ones giving you the tour, they are forced to tell the good stuff.

Definitely make sure it is the college their kid REALLY wants to go to. Transferring delays graduation big time. And also, pick a major as quickly as possible, trust me, you want to graduate in four years!!

It is extremely important that you decide what you are looking for in a school, both academically, extracurricularly, and socially. Then, go visit schools. Take a tour and see the facilities. Talk to professors, and more importantly, talk to students. See what they think about the school and what they think the school has to offer. Pick the school that offers you what you want and where you think you will be happy and successful.

Get as much advice as humanly possible from students that are already enrolled in college. Those who are in college during your application process will be the most helpful because of their experiences there. You can learn from their mistakes.

In order to find the right college, you should consider multiple factors and see how each school measures up to your expectations based on your concerns. Visiting campuses and speaking with current and former students from the schools are great ways to gain additional perspectives and advice. In order to make the most of the college experience, it is essential to work hard for your classes. At the same time, it is also a good idea to have fun so your mind can stay fresh and relaxed. Make friends, exercise, play sports, watch movies, or do anything else that you like as long as you consistently manage your time wisely. If you work extremely hard and reach your goals during your four or five years of college, then you will put yourself in a position to potentially have a great life. Albert Einstein once said that "the value of a college education is not the learning of many facts, but the training of the mind to think." Also, Brian Tracy once said that "your incredible brain can take you from rags to riches, from loneliness to popularity, and from depression to happiness and joy--if you use it properly."

Finding the right college is all about knowing what you want to gain from a school. The right school for you will have every aspect you want. Make sure to visit the school, it might sound like a no-brainer, but you can change your mind about a school when you set foot on campus. Once you're in college, don't be afraid to go out and meet new people! Join clubs, study outside or even just knock on your neighbors door. You will meet friends that will last a lifetime in college.

The one piece of advice that I would give to a student or parent searching for the right college would be to do one's research. Visit the school not only on designated tour days, but also on a random weekend that isn't scheduled to see what life is like outside of the school's preparations. Many times the food prepared on those days are specifically made for incoming students, and can be much worse on "non-tour" days. Also, a campus can make or break a school, and all the pictures in the world can make it look like the greatest thing, but one truely doesn't know what the campus is like until one visits the school personally. So do research on the school, visit the website and the campus. Also be sure to talk to students who are not part of the tour, and be prepared before making a decision.

Don't let money overly impact your decision. If you think a school is right for you, do whatever it takes to go there and worry about paying back your loans later. NOTHING should stand in the way of you getting the education you want and deserve--not even money.

choose the place that most reminds you of where you want to be and where you want to be happy. choose a place with the faculty available to help you.

First, you need to consider the distance between your school and your home, and see how important it is for you to be able to travel home if you need to. Second, the college needs to appeal to you; if you're a city person, you may not enjoy a college located in farm country, and visa versa. Lastly, when you're actually at college, it is important for you to make the most out of it. Four years go by fast - when your nearing graduation, you want to be able to look back and know that you made the best of your time at college. Of course you want to do well in school, but also make good friends and have a good time with them. You'll probably never have another experience like college again.

The advice that I would give to parents and/or students about finding the right college and making the whole college a good experience. Is to always keep all of your options open, never settle for something when you know that you can do better, or even worse settling for something that doesn't describe you. Hopefully after school you will be working in the career that you majored in at college for the rest of your life, so it better be something that you enjoy. Find and make friends that will lead you in the right direction, yes college is a place to have fun, but it also determines the rest of your life. College can still be fun without making stupid decisions. Your college career will go fast enough so study hard, have fun, and remember live your life to the fullest!

Campus visits are the most important part of finding the right college! You can not possibly know if you like a place unless you experience it first hand.You will know when you are on the right campus. Get involved! Make friends and go on as many adventures with them as you can-- just as long as you reserve time to finish that 10-page paper, or study for your test, you will be fine!

Let your child decide on what he or she wants as a choice of school. The best thing to do is to let your child go and let them experience new things.

My advice for parents and students about finding the right college would have to be that they need to visit as many as they can as a family. Write down the possible colleges that they are interested in attending and go visit them. You will never know what a campus can be like until you walk through it and see what it has to offer. Also, do not be turned off by distance. It is nice to be near mom and dad, but if your dream college is a couple of hours away, then go! Do not be held back by friends, boyfriends, or girlfriends. Picking a college is a big decision and you cannot let anyone else hold weight in your decision because you are ultimately the one that has to be there for four years! Experience everything you can at college. Meet new people and try new things because these are the best years of your life!

Follow your heart.

Choosing the right college is a daunting and challenging experience for not only the student but also the parents. To start the process, the student could speak to their high school teachers to find out where they went to school, and what it was they liked and disliked about that particular school. The student does not have to attend the same school, but it is beneficial to the student to hear what their teachers experience of college was like. It is also an advantage to research online, various schools and compare and contrast degree programs before even setting foot on campus. This will eliminate any unecessary visits and disappointments for the student. Once the student has completed their research online, they can make a list of potential schools and start their visits. If at all possible, the student should ask to see if they can sit in on a class to see if they like the campus but also the class structure offered at the school. Once the student has choosen the school, the best thing to do to make the most of the college experience is to be involved in much as possible and to stay on campus.

In order to find the right college, first you have to research the schools you are considering and visit them. Yes, visit them. The only way you know you or your parents will like it is if you went to the college and took a tour all over. In order to make the most of your college experience you have to get out there and join organizations, do volunteer work for your organizations. Networking is a good thing to do in college because somebody who lives down the the hall from you may have 1 or 2 classes with you. When you get involved and network with your colleagues you give yourself a better chance of being successful. One thing to remember is not to mix your social life with your school life. Your school work should always be number one, and should be the first thing you get done before you go out and play. If you learn how to manage your time correctly, you can make the very best of your college experience and be very happy. So happy that you won't want to go home!

Find a college that you really like, don't settle for one that you think is ok. Its hard for freshmen to get involved sometimes, so make sure there are extra curriculars that you're interested in. Make sure that the college has a wide variety of majors because there's a good chance that you'll want to change majors or add a minor or something. Its really important to find out what people do on weekends (if you're into drinking or not into drinking, it makes a big difference). Definitely visit the campus and check out the people that go there. If it seems like people you could get along with, then ok, but if not, don't take any chances. Work hard at classes from the beginning to keep your GPA high, and volunteer!!!! Volunteering looks so good on resumes and applications and helps you network. Its really important and colleges don't stress it enough.

The advice that I would give is to make sure that the college has a nice campus and good faculty members that are willing to help students with any problems that they may have. College is all about working toward a career choicec that you will love and having fun, of course. Make sure the college of your choice has a good program in which they may help the student achieve that goal of getting a good career in the field of their choice. College is the students path to a happy and successful future and they should make the most out of their college experience. Join clubs, participate in campus activities, play sports....there are so many things to do during those years along with the studying and researching. The college experience is not all about work. It is about getting ready for the real world in so many different, new and wonderful ways.

Find activities that relate to your major to get more experience. Pick friends that you thought you wouldn't be friends with in High School. Live on campus in a dorm your freshman year and come to orientation week. Use your professors for resources...it really is about who you know, not what you know.

The key to finding the right college for you is making sure they offer a couple different things you may be interested in majoring in. I've changed my major a couple of times, and I'm glad I came to the school I did because they had everything I was interested in. Beyond this, make sure you are comfortable with the environment of the campus (rural, small town, big city, etc.) and that when you start, make sure to get involved in a couple different on-campus activities to make friends.

Incoming student hear the phrase "get involved" over and over. It's really the best advice I have ever been given. Don't be afraid to ask questions, people are so much more accepting in college. Go to all the club days and sign up. College are full of such diverse people who are looking for friends just like you are.

The only piece of advice I would really give to parents and students is to find the right fit. If your at the right school for you then the rest will fall into place. It is important to not go to a school because it is only five minutes from home, or because your entire family has gone there. During the application process be sure to go visit each campus. Once you see the school your supposed to be at, you'll know.