Rhode Island College Top Questions

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myselt to be open minded and to be ready to experience many different things in college. Also, that being independent and living at school is a wonderful experience and will be very helpful in letting anyone learn about themselves. Making the transition from high school to college was very easy for me because I have always been an independent it was very easy. But by looking at other people I would say that you should budget your time well. Being in college you have a lot more free time because you go to class and then get out of class by about 2 pm and then have nothing to do. Instead of always partying, grades is definitely more important and professors don't care if you were out the night before. You need to worry about your work and graduating and passing school. This is very vital advice. I would also tell myself that it will be fun and don't be nervous and be opened to new and exciting experiences!

Its not as big of a deal as you need to make it, and it's ok that you ended up going to the last choice school on your list. That you can really figure yourself oput and do things you would have never thought you would do, they may not have been the smartest choices but it's life and you shouldnt regret them. One thing that i would tell myself is to focus more on school, i was so overjoyed with not living with my parents during the first year that i was kind of lax in homework, and in so have a really low gpa. But i dont know all the answers still and that i'll be fine.

To students, I advice that they take time to look into schools that offer the their desired major. I encourage parents to help and support their children as some students, like myself, don't have their parents support due to certain circumstances. Students who don't have support or help from parents should meet up with their High School Conselour who will help you look into the school of their choice. If I did it, so can you.

To find the right college for you, you need to have some idea of who you are. Even if you don't know what you want to do with your life, you have the time to figure it out. You just need to know what type of environment you are most comfortable in, in order to succeed. College is supposed to be the best time of your life so make the most of it and interact with other people and get involved on campus. Even though academics are the main priority, don't be afraid to have fun and get out there. Make the most of your college experience because you will get a lot out of it.

My best advice is to visit the campus and talk to the people who go there several of the people not just one or two so you will be able to get different perspectives on the college of your choice.

Well first and foremost, both parent and student must agree on the proper location of the University. I found that with my mother, she was very upset that I wanted to go down the Florida because it was so far away from home. We decide on a school in my state and within twenty minutes driving distance so I did not have to pay to stay on campus. I did not know what I wanted to major in and I was scared and confused about making the wrong decision and jepardizing my future. The whole college aspect is nerve-wracking and making a wrong move could put a student in debt. The college I am attending has many opportunities of growth and many different paths that can be taken. Any student that is having trouble finding their passion should attend a school with many diverse opportunities for them to mess up and try a different path. I would also strongly suggest starting out with getting the student's General Education classes out of the way first just as a safety net. They are credits that can travel almost anywhere with you and they are valuable to a student's GPA.

The advice I would give to students when it comes to finding the right school is pick the right school that you feel you know your going to enjoy at. Make sure it has your major also. Find out about programs at school your school of choice , would those programs make you a better student? If the school is near by home take a visit. walk aroud it and take a look at the classrooms, can you see yourself being a student at this school? Another big problem with picking schools is can you pay for school, or pay to life on campus? Most students don't pick a school until they get there financial aid. I suggest that you should wait until you get all of you financial aid letters from all the schools you applied to and talk to your parents and ask them how much they could help to pay for school. I picked my school because I got accpected into a get program and it's only 15 minutes away from home. Also my school is know for the education program and since I'm and education major, RIC was the best school for me.

I think that finding the right college has to do with the person looking for the right college. Everyone has a dream to follow, but not many of us have enough money to follow that dream. We can all meet our expectations when we really try to. The idea is to stick to our goals.

Look into a college with a lively campus life. Somewhere, where your child will be interacive with campus activities. Somewhere where the weekends arent somber and the campus doesnt become a ghost town. Where the staff is personalable, and there are plenty of places to study. Find a college where your child likes the surrounding and is very accessable. Make sure the facilities are in prime condition and there is evidence that the tuition money you pay goes towards your childs education and college experience

Do not get into debt for a Bachelor's Degree if you don't plan on being very serious about your education. Do not waste any time, do not slack and do not go out and party more than you study. Save money by going to a local school and always be aware of what you want your future career to be. Get involved in clubs and sports and be grateful that you are going to college.

Open yourself up to life and experience. You may never find what you truly love to do if you do not allow it to enter your world. So many people, myself include, will choose a major and college based on the school their close relatives attend/ed. It is what you know of college so you human nature is to go with what they know. For example, starting out I did special education at a differnet school. I was so unhappy. Then I realized I only chose that field/school because that is what my sister did and I truly didn't know what I wanted. Once I realized the I wasn't happy I allowed different options into my life. Its ok to not know what you want but you must allow diversity to enter your life. Try new things at the college, different activies and new groups. TRY IT, you will never know if it's not for you if you didn't try, and hey you may be missing out on the best college has to offer. You may find a school and college experience that was more amazing than you could have dreamt.

don't pay for some nice school when you can get the same education for in a more affordable manner.

Don't put off what you can do now. If you have some idea what you want to do/where you want to go, then start preparing early. Get all that information you can and do everything long before the required dates. From there, pick the school that best suits you. Most of all, however, find balance between fun and academics: you want to succeed but you don't want to limit yourself to work only, it stunts you. Enjoy the time you spend at the school. Manage your time well to complete all the required work but take the time to participate in school activites, shows and clubs/organizations. Not only are they nice on a resume but they break up the monotony of school life.

Honestly ,I would tell parents and students that you should look heavily into schools. RIC only gives you a tour of the campus, but they don't show you the inside of buildings for the reason that they are falling apart. If the student wants to live on campus they should know that the food quality will not be like home. Overall, they shouldn't just apply somewhere, get accepted, and go. They should visit the school with their family, go on a tour, and ask students how they like the school and other questions that the tour guide didn't answer fully or didn't explain very well. And once you go to school, join a few clubs and make a lot of friends. And most of all, good luck.

The college needs to match the student, and vice versa. The real difference between State and Private schools is whether it calls to the student and they feel they could assimilate well into the academic, social, and political structure of the campus. Does the campus match feel safe? Does it embrace your sexual orientation and political ideology? Is there room to be challenged and grow, or will you be completely comfortable and placated? The college needs to empower its students to challenge the administration when it needs to be challenged and move to keep the student body as its primary obligation; state schools are still more responsible to the student body than they are to their state government.

If i were talking to a High Schooler, and giving them advice on what to do when looking for a college, i would deffinitely let them know that they must visit the campus. Online a school can show you anything to draw your attention. The schools i had been first looking at as a senior led me to believe that their schools were right for me. When it came down to chosing between Rhode Island College and other schools, i realize that i have made the right decision. Websites tend to give more then they can offer in a sense. Visiting a school gives a person the full contact they need. The school you chose to go to is where you will be living for four years! Your going to want to make sure the buildings you may live in are acceptable by you, and that the surrounding town lives up to your standards. Colleges accross the country off a number of different benifits in their own ways. I suggest looking at a compus face to face to see if it's where you really want to be.

Get good academic counseling and research different schools. All schools are different and you need to choose the one that best suits our needs. After choosing the best chool for you, get involved on campus to make the most of the college experience. College is extremely different from high school. Most students are pleasantly surprised with how quick they make new friends.

Do as many tours of college campuses as you can and ask questions. Make sure the course load isn't more than you expect to have, it's not too expensive for you, think about living on campus, and get ready to have a good time.

When looking at possible colleges, first figure out what type of enviornment you would like to be in, and how far from "home" you will be able to live. Also, starting your junior year of high school, begin applying for scholarships, financial aid, and grants. Figure out how much you are willing to pay for college, and don't forget to factor in living expenses, as well as food, and travel/car expenses. If you need to work, look into what is around the colleges. Apply early to all schools. Make sure you have a options. A few "reach" schools, some local schools/community colleges, and some good chance schools. If you don't know what you want to major in yet, don't worry! Most college students change their major three times before settling down. Relax, try not to stress or fight, and DON'T plan to live with your friends the first year of college. Best friends may become enemies when living together. It's sad, but true. Just plan ahead, apply early, and relax. Things will work out fine!! :-)

Find a school that you feel the most comfortable at once you walk onto the campus. Location is also everything when you pick a school, you have to like the atmosphere around you. Also, pick a school depending on the size as well, if you'd rather be at a bigger school or a smaller one can really make a diffrence in choosing. Those, I'd say are the three most important factors in picking a school.

Make sure you have a set path for your child/yourself. Even if you decide to you want to change in the middle of your college career, make sure you won't be trapped by things like money.

Make sure you child definately find RIC appealing, with one hint of doubt, choose a different school and go with your gut feeling. Your child cannot work while they are in this school, especially if they are a nursing major, those who graduate/succeed in the program tend to be children of parents who pay for everything involving their college years and experiences. If you are one that needs to work, it won't happen for you. Choose a different school.

Make sure you now what you want to do before committing to a four-year college. Take a year off or attend a junior college if necessary. DO NOT rush into anything.

Parents definately talk to your kids about which college they want to apply and go to. Even if the college that your child may want to go to is far away from home, don't discourage them, try to be happy for them and talk to them about what that school may offer. You never know it may surprise you. Students, make sure you talk to your parents about college. Everything from scholorships to dorm rooms. Trust me they'll want to teach you and give you a heads up on what the outside world will bring you, and they'll be more than happy to talk to you about it. Even if they dont want you to leave.

I would definately recommend going to the college and seeing it for yourself, especially if it is a college in the same state as you reside. If researching a college outside of your state, utilize the college website and maybe e-mail a professor and ask their opinion of the college to see if it is right for you. Also, use website such as facebook to find a student from that college and message them asking their view of the college. Find a college that will have your interests of study.

To make the most of college, I suggest finding a college that is far enough away that you must live on campus, but are close enough to return to home. You want to have the college experience. Living on your own, and experiencing life the way all college students do is a must. Make friends, be outgoing. But never lose focus of your future. Work hard and success will come to you.

I think it is very important to travel to different states and see what type of community that they like. Also it was important for me to be in a smaller community and the division for athletics. There are surveys online that can help you find the school that fits you best.

Take you time when choosing schools. Visit your prospective schools campus. Look at class size and credentials of the professors.

Be involved.

You only do it once, so do it right

Make sure it is a focused campus, students first, Professors with experience who want to e there for the students. Make sure it is a peaceful, but active environment.

If you don't have an intended field, (or in general) do not waste your money at an expensive school. Take classes applicable to basic studies and branch out to figure out what best suits you. Keep in mind what you are comfortable with (class size, campus style) perhaps complare it to your high school experience if you are not sure what you are looking for. Do not be afraid to move away, you can alwasy come back home (or to parents: they will be able to come back). DO pay attention your freshman year. My freshman year is the sole reason for my horrid GPA. DO REALLY THINK and BE SMART about the loan contract you are signing. It's scary.

I don't think it matters which college you attend. To me, a school is a school and all a student needs to do is work hard wherever he or she chooses to go. It is very helpful for someone to know what they want to do for a living before college, because it will be more rewarding knowing that the classes you are taking will apply to real life. A student should also be involved in school activites because those are the memories that you'll cherish the most after college is over. Extra curricular activities will also look good on a resume.

The best advice I can give students is to choose a college for themselves, not anyone else. I went to a big, fancy school because friends, parents, and teachers were telling me I was "too good" for a state school. And you know what? I hated it. I felt completely inadequate and I never felt like I truly belonged. Last semester I switched to a local state school and I'm soo much happier! I'm with people from a similar background and I feel much more comfortable. Everyone is much more friendly, and I've actually found my classes to be harder than at my old school! When you're choosing a college, you need to make sure it's a school that fits YOU, not just your GPA or your parents' dreams. After all, you're the one who has to go there for the next four years!

know what you want to do and what you want to go for, and get an advisor.

Don't look soley at the price. Definately go to visit schools and find out what would be a good fit! get a college board account online [collegeboard.com] and fastweb account! college board has tons of information on colleges and SAT's. Fastweb is a scholarship site that shows you scholarships that apply to you, after you complete the information survey. there are plenty of scholarships out there, definately look for them. Any college you go to is what you make of it. don't go in and waste the opportunity. dont get bogged down by the social aspect- you will fall behind and not graduate on time! it is one thing to make friends and have fun- it is another to party too much and skip classes. make sure you can handle the workload as well- some clsses are more difficult than others! know what you want to do when you go in to college; if you dont know, take general education classes, but dont forget to find out what you are interested in!

Do not apply to a school that concertrates in just the major you want. Many college students change their minds once they start school. Apply to schools that offer two possible majors that you like. That way if you decide that major is not for you, you can switch your major without having to worry about the hassle of changing schools.

let the student choose.......

Look for a college that has the major that you need. And make sure that whatever the school promises to give you that they actually do. especially financial aid.

college is about finding yourself, choose one that you believe will help improve you as a peson. it does not matter what kind of carreer field you want as long as you know you can get the education needed to complete that field you desire. all in all "you must fall before you can rise.", learn from your mistakes and listen to the knowledge of those who has been and graduated from the college you want to attend. once you have decided on the college you want be yourself because you are part of a diverse group of individuality.

Use your gut instincts. You'll just know. Save everything--don't throw away any paperwork until you have your diploma :) Know what you're dealing with...talk to people on campus.

I would tell any person to look at the school before they pick it. They should ask as many questions as possible. Do not judge a book by its cover. Students should follow their hearts and not what is on papers.

The most important thing about choosing a college is taking the time to what suits you best. Listen to your gut! Your first instincts are usually right, especially when it comes to college. Many of the students that complain that they don't 'like college don't participate in college activities. Going to college is scary, but once you get there, branch out! You'll be glad you did. Make new friends, take this chance to just be yourself, and you will love where you are, no matter what college you attend. Join clubs that interest you, and most of all, have fun. Find out what restaurants or fun activities are in the area! Most cities are suited to university or college and host "College Nights" and other fun events for you to attend!

Parents listening to your children about there future and work together to make the college experence a good one. Take your time in finding the right college not just one that all your freinds are going to. Make sure you learn as much from your college as you possibly can. Enjoy college and make the best out of it.

I would tell both parents and students to start the college search as early as possible. Make visits to many different colleges in different areas, and get to know what different colleges are like. Do not wait until senior year to start looking for the right college. I would tell parents not to pressure the child too much, the child should make the final decision on where he or she wants to go. Make sure you know enough about the college, before you make the choice to attend!

Make sure they have your major and make sure they have career advisors of good quality so they can assist you with finding an internship and a job when you have completed your degree.

Really look at all your options, and don't rule out any schools because of financial reasons.

Finding the right college is having that immediate sense of home and belonging when you walk onto the campus. Somewhere you would feel comfortable starting your life as an adult on your own, but will still have the resources to give you a helping hand if you need it. I believe that finding the right college is like finding the right wedding dress, you just know. The right college is somewhere that you know will make you proud to say you chose it to help you further your education, and allow you to make the most of your experience.

Making the most of the college experience depends almost entirely on your state of mind. If you want to have fun, meet people, learn and experience new things, then you will. If you don't, you won't. Things will fall into place. Go with your gut and do what is right for YOU.

Find a college that you can see yourself happy at. Education is the top priority, but you also have to have fun, too. It's going to be the best years of your life.