North Georgia College & State University Top Questions

Listen to your heart and do not go somewhere just because your friends are. You make so many new friends at college. Diside first if you want a big school or small one and then just visit a ton. You will know which one is right for you. Also, make sure you apply to more than one. Back up colleges are a must do.

The advice I would give to students about finding the right college is; don't pick a college based on your where your parents went or where they would like you to go, and experience the college yourself. My parents went to very large and well-known universities. I wanted to attend a large university because of them. However, I ended up choosing my school based on their varsity soccer program and their scholarship offer. North Georgia wasn't my first choice but I found something there I wouldn't have found at a large school. There is more comradery, a relaxing atmosphere and a more initmate feeling. I would also advise students to visit the campus and attend a couple of classes when deciding on a college. I believe a two day visit is enough to get a feel of the campus. Experience how you will get from the dorms to the classes, what the food is like that the school provides, what the class sizes are, and the sense of school pride that you recieve from the students. Anyone can tell you how a school seems, but experiencing it yourself will help you make the best choice.

Just go with your gut. College is your chance to live out your dreams, and the first opportunity to do what is truly right for the student. Be idealistic.

Take a tour of the campus first and get to know some students to get the real life experiences first before enrolling.

I would tell parents and students to go visit the college and see what it has to offer. I would tell them to talk to current students and listen to them, but know that everyone's experiences will be different. I would also tell them to research the schools he/she is interested in going to to find out what kind of scholarships are offered at the school and whether or not the school has the major the student wants. I would tell them to also look into the activities the school offers and the quality of the academic programs. I would also suggest that if the school of choice is expensive, to go to a cheaper school to get the major classes out of the way; just make sure that the credits transfer. When choosing between colleges, the student should go where he/she is most comfortable and where the academics are good and afordable. They should also go where they will have activities to plug into, so they will make lasting freindships and enjoy their time at college.

When you go to college you are given a fresh start. I think the best thing to do is forget about high school and that person that you were. I suggest you come to college with an open mind. As a freshman you should get involved and try new things even if it seems scarey. With each new challenge you grow and become stronger and more confident. College is not really about classes, finding a husband/wife, or getting a great job. College is really about life. I can promise that it is going to be hard and at times you are going to want to quit, but you will gain perserverance which will last for the rest of your life. So when you say good bye to your parents on that first day, sit back and enjoy the ride to becoming the person you always wanted to be.

I think that you should research colleges that fit your major, and then narrow your choices. Decide how far away you want to live from home and the amount of money you are willing to spend on your education each year. Then go and visit each college and based on the activities you enjoy, the size of the school you want, and the kind of housing available, you can decide which college is best for you. When you arrive at college, make sure to get involved and meet lots of new people. Don't lock yourself in your room and study all the time, make sure you have fun too.

Find a school that fits the students personality. I wanted a school with small class sizes and that is exactly what i found at North Ga. When it comes to the college experience, get involved. The more things you are involved in the more fun you will have and the more people you will meet.

Finding a school thats right for you takes time and research! Visit as many schools as you can! Choose the one that you feel most at home at! Getting involved is the best way to make the most of your college experience. Joining clubs and other organizations allows you to meet new people and gives you a chance to participate in enjoyable activities.

Finding the right college is entirely up to the student. If the student likes a small town feel then he or she should select a private or smaller college. In this type of setting the student can engage with others and interact better with the teachers, however if the student prefers a bigger university in a bigger city, then he or she should select a college that is a public university in a major city. In this type of setting, competition is fierce and you are just another face. However, it is the students choice to what he or she prefers, and whatever situation they feel comfortable is the one the student wil succeed the most.

I would suggest for parents and/or students to gather as much information as they can about prospective colleges, either through brochures, or college websites. They then need to evaluate the prospective student's personality traits and see what characteristics of college might coincide with those traits. For example, if the student prefers to be in a small class, look for colleges that offer mainly small class sizes. If they love being around people, find a college that has extensive numbers of people that attend and ample opportunities to join various clubs, organizations, and events. To make the most of the college experience, I would say join various clubs, organizations, and the events that are offerred at the college of your choice, but do try to be safe and keep up with your grades. After all, your education helps to prepare you for the real world and prospective employers will look at your college successes or failures before they hire you.

The advise I have to give is for a student to definately have a minimum of at least 3 colleges that he/she is interested in attending, and the student should visit the campus of each and everyone of them.

Look at what fits you, not what fits your friends.

Don't just apply to the college. Go and visit the college and talk to students who go there and walk around campus.

I know that at 18 years old, most high school graduates possess little self-awareness. They define themselves by the house they live in, the school they went to, the friends they have, and the clothes they wear. They make most decisions based solely upon examples made by those close to them. However, once the doors of your alma mater are closed firmly behind you, your life choices become much larger and much more difficult to make. This is the defining moment, the first step into a world unknown that is rife with possibilities. I know it sounds trite, but you really can do whatever it is you want to do so long as you put your mind to it. This is why it is so important to listen to yourself, to find that little voice that has always been inside you, whether or not you pay attention to it. You and you alone know what truely makes you happy and when you find it, be it the perfect campus or the perfect major, you will know. Trust your instincts, believe in your abilites, and don't be afraid to make mistakes. Its gonna be the time of your life.

Find a college that suits your personality. Visit the college before you go to see if it fits for you. Get involved in college, and put yourself out there - make new friends!

I would say that you need to visit each school you are looking at, take tours and ask students what they think about the school. Find out as much information as you can before picking a school and when you do go off to school, get involved. When you get involved on campus you can meet so many people and that just makes your college experience so much better. Try to meet new people too, don't just stay with the ones you know already.

College is a different world from high school, you spend all of high school trying to find a way to fit into a box. In college, you get the chance to make your own box. There are still rules and expectations, but you are far more free to move in your own circle within a certain relm, rather than to move inside a hampster wheel. Visit a college before you agree to go there, stand in the center of the campus and just see if you fit. Everything is important, school and social. Wake up early and stay up late, never refuse a party or a study session. This is the only time of your life where you get to (and are expected to) live both worlds. Be successful but don't forget to have fun. Be free to meet people and learn things. Explore to find a carreer you will love, study hard enough to go to grad school but have enough fun to long for these years in the future. College is a once in a lifetime opportunity, its time to look to the future, live in the moment, and create a memorable history.

honestly the best thing you can do is spend a week at each school, cause one day at a school doesnt really show you what goes on, and visit the school around mid-terms or finals, to see how students get ready for thier tests

Go with the college that makes you happy. Dont get locked into a school or situation you will hate and you will do fine.

I would say to do you research and go to campus tours, ask questions to students there. Make sure the school has majors you are interested in and make sure you pick a school that you can get involved in! Getting involved makes the experience so much more amazing!

I would say to figure out what you expect in a college and research from there. It's all in what you want, there are so many options out there, so don't limit yourself.

Students who are searching for colleges with varsity sports do not just attend a college because of that sport. Be sure to look at financial aid given other than athletic scholarships and how helpful the financial aid office is. If you go to a school just because of a varsity sport you may be cheating yourself out of a once in a life time opportunity for careers and education. Look to see how diverse the campus is, the more ethnic backgrounds the more you learn about other people which will help you in the long run if you work for someone of a different background. Make sure the housing department has enough room for everyone that is enrolled and being accepted or you will have to find a way to pay for school and an apartment. Look at the overall view of the campus including, majors, financial aid, housing, transportation, an activities for weekends. Do not go to a school just because of one aspect, make sure you look at all the details; it will make your college career a lot more enjoyable.

Make sure to research all aspects of the school. From the academics to the rules and terms that each student has to abide by.

Look around at all the college out there and see what there is offered for what you want to specifically want to do. Always tour the campus and make sure that it works with the way you need it to. Talk to some of the teacher in the feild that you are interested in; it can really help in making up your mind in what college to go to specifically. Also, location is everything with a school... look at that as well.

Make sure you always visit the college you're looking at. You might apply for a college and once you get there to start school, you might reaize that you don't like the campus.

To the students, go where you want with your life, don't back down. Get involed on campus. Most of all, have fun with it, and study hard. To the parents, support your student every bit of the way, keep doing what you've been doing.

I would tell prospective students to visit all of their colleges. It is very important to get a feel for their college. Also be sure to get to know some one in the counseling department, they can give you good advice and know which administrators can help with which problems. Another important part of getting the true college experience is getting involved. You don't neccesarily have to do everything or be a leader just get of the dorms, meet new people, and most of all have fun. Even if you have lots of coursework or a job taking a breaking and having fun help keep your stress down, just don't take on too much. If your having problems with your roommate talk it out before it becomes a huge problem, and if you need help thats what your RA is for. One things that I wish someone had told me would be to talk to an advisor before you sign up for your freshman year and if you have a major try to find a degree map so you can get an idea of which classes you need to take each semester. Most importantly have fun!