Salisbury University Top Questions

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to enjoy myself more and not take school too seriously. The most important thing I would tell myself is to not procrastinate when writing papers or doing projects.

If I were able to travel back in time and talk to myself as I was as a senior in highschool, I wouldn't have much to say. Above all I would advise myself to be prepared, for things are very different, but also embrace the experiences you are provided with. I would tell myself to not be afraid, you do find your place within the campus, and it becomes your home. I would stress the fact that you must be openminded yet firm with your beliefs, for the balance is essential to becoming yourself as a person. Experience is everything, and there are some things that you can never be prepared for, yet handling yourself appropriately becomes a skill that could make or break your college carreer. Overall, life is short, be sure to live and discover but be cautious and self aware of where your choices take you. Lastly, I would share that times can be tough, stress can be overwhelming, and hope can be scarce, but determination and a will to succeed do become a lifesupport that reminds you to fight to be the person you are inside, and to become the person you want to be.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior, I would tell myself that i should start of at a community college because finicailly at the moment I cant really support myself here. Also I would tell myself to take out more loans.

Make sure it is somewhere that you can see yourself living for awhile.

Visit schools. Then to visit the ones you are applying to again, maybe stay the weekend with a friend or through a program at the school, like a sports team. Ask questions! Use your student tour guide as a peak into the school and ask the questions you really what to know the answers to. Eat at the dinning hall you would be spending the most time at, could you eat the food served there everyday? yes? great! no? see what kind of food is offered around the campus itself, plan ahead. Think of the things important to you, do you what your car? are you willing to pay to have it even if you have to walk a ways to get to it? Also make sure you consider how close to home the school is. Do you want your parents to be able to make unanounced visits? or just a planed weekend every once in a while? or never? Make sure you feel comfortable walking around the campus and that there are clubs and activities you would enjoy trying. The school should have the major you want and a few you were considering in case you cange your mind.

The best piece of advice that I could give would be to visit the school. I know that sounds stereotypical, like it came right out of a brochure, but it is true. I would have never even thought to consider Salisbury University until I visited it. When I got there, something just clicked and I knew I would be happy there. I had visited other campuses and thought that if I needed to I COULD be happy there, but, when I visited Salisbury, I knew I WOULD.

You never know what you really want until you arrive where you think you want. Before I came to Salisbury University I wanted to attend University of Maryland College Park, a behemoth of a school with lots of people I knew. But I wasn't accepted so I had to pick the next best option which was Salisbury University, a smaller school with no one I knew. I figured I'd do a semester at Salisbury and transfer to College Park. But after spending some time at SU I began to love it and I realized College Park probably wouldn't have been the right choice for me. Another important thing to remember is your college experience is what you make it. You won't have a fun experience you can look back on when you grow older if you sit in your room and don't meet new people and learn a few life lessons. You will make mistakes, you'll stay up too late and have trouble staying awake in class, you will overdraw your back account. But its important you learn from these experiences and you'll cherish your college experience and reminisce over it with euphoria.

My best advice is to go with your gut instinct. You can tell what your going to like the minute you walk in the door. Don't apply anywhere you aren't sure about because there is so many great places out there! There is something for everyone. After you decide where you want to go take college serious. You get as much out of school as you put into it. The professors are all so interesting and they have so much to share with you if you are willing to learn.

Take your time and learn about the different options out there. Be patient and make the best decision. You will be doing the same throughout your college experience and the rest of your life.

The advice that i would give to parents and student about finding the right college and making the most of your college experience is to first figure out the kind of person that you are and what things are really important to you. Will you be okay in classroom with 100 or more students, or is the smaller classroom better for you? Do you want to be on a campus where you see familiar faces everyday or someone new everday? What kind of area do you prefer to live in? All of these questions are essential in order to be able to find the perfect fit college for yourself. As far as making the most of your college experience, sometimes its good to step outside of your comfort zone. Talk to people that you wouldn't normally talk to and take advantage of the extracurricular activites that are offered, it will help you meet new people and have fun. Stay focused on your goals and try and find friends that have similar ones that will help you acheive them. College is what you make of it, so meet new people and try new things and make the most of it.

My advice to parents about choosing the right college is to first listen to the options their child is considering. To me, forcing a student to enroll in a college not of their choice is not a good thing. My option for students is to narrow down their choices to things they cannot live without. Education is important, but there are other options to consider; housing, food choices, city vs rural, public transportation, student - faculty ratio. This is the institution you will be attending for at least the next four years so everything should matter. Also distance from home should be highly considered. Once you choose the right college, you should make the most of your experience. Think of college as a fresh start in your social and academic life. Make new friends. I think it is important to find a balance in your school work and social events. Studying 24/7 is not recommended. Rewarding yourself with social events can become a motivation rather than just being a social outcast. Balance is the keyword. I believe freshman year is the most important year and can have a big impact on your GPA.

Finding the right college takes time and work on both the part of parents and students. Parents who are involved with the search process should offer support instead of projecting where they would want to go. Students need to shake off senoritis and get ready for the real world. Campus visits definitely help make the process of selecting a college easier, but that is no guarantee. In the end, you'll know whether you selected the right school. As for making the most of the college experience, I recommend trying new things out and meeting new people. Do not be afraid of going out of your "comfort zone" because in the end it will make you a better person with new perspectives on life. Always be positive and take the good out of the bad. It will limit the number of negative experiences college life may have. Overall, finding the right college takes time and the experiences you have are what you make out of them.

To parents: Please give your two cents about the colleges to your kids; we think more about what you stell us than we let on. Let us have our independence and final say on some of the decisions that will effect the next few years of our lives, but dont let us make every single decision, we're a lot more confused and worried than we let on too. To students: When selecting a college It is a must that you stay the weekend at least once before you commit to your final choice. I stayed the night at probably four or five colleges all in all, and it wasn't until I stayed the weekend at Salisbury that i realized the great fit. To both: Enjoy this process, dont make it unneccesarily hard or stressfull on one another. you'll never have a time like this again. Memories of driving all around with my parents going to look at colleges all over the country are someof my fondest. Dont waste the possibilities.

You want to find a college thats the right size and location first and foremost. Cost is the second determining factor. you might be able to attend a pricier school if you get financial aid or you have a college plan set up for your kids. Remember that it all depends on what the child wants and not what the parents want. They will be attending the school for 4-6 years and in order for them to do well they have to like where they are attending.

I would advise all parents and sudents to research potential colleges they are interested in. One should observe the surroundings of each campus and determine if their academic programs are right for them. One should apply to several schools so he or she can attend the best available University. Once enrolled, students should research the clubs and athletics available at the school so he or she can make the most of their time at college. Being involved with clubs and many groups of friends will make your college years unforgetable, and makes the success of graduating more satisfying.

The main thing is to be true to yourself. Realize what your good at and pick a college based on whether or not they will really be able to help you develop and use that skill to its full potential upon graduation. Don't pick a college based on where all your friends are going because no matter where you go, you will meet lots of new friendly faces. If you like the area you grew up in and can't see yourself lasting very long out of state or too far away, don't take the chance. I've known way to many people who have had to leave after a semester or two because of that fact and it is a whole new readjustment all over again. Lastly realize that when picking a school you should look for one that is very well rounded in terms of academics and fun. The college experience is supposed to culture you and open you up to new people and situations so don't be scared of embarking in a new environment if your up for the challenge.

the best advice i would give to parents and students when looking for the right college is to start early. i waited till the last minute and i was unable to go the school i wanted to. take your time visit the schools ask the students questions about the school because they know what the schools are really like. the tour guides are paid to fool you. make sure its the right decision for your child instead of the most affordable.

dont just choose a college based on where your friends are going, and if you get offered housing choose to live with a radom roomate, it will give you a better experience plus youll make all new friends. at first it may be hard to move away from home, but dont go crazy witht the new freedom you feel like you have. if you know what you want to major in, or what job you want to do make sure the college you choose is able to accomodate that career path, and that there are areas around the university where you could possibly get an internship. i would also recomend not moving to far away from home if you have never lived away from home for an extended period of time. once you move your stuck there for at least a semester, so make sure you think things through completely.

I say don't feel pressured by what your peers, parents, or high school guidance counselors tell you. That's the best advice I can give. I went to a high school with a lot of students that were richer than me and felt out of place. I wanted to start out at the local community college, but my teachers, "friends", and even my parents looked down on that decision. So I ended up going to the Coast Guard Academy and studying electrical engineering. And I was so miserable! I learned that I needed to study what I was most interested in. I've since found a school that was a better size for me and I'm studying a subject that I love. I'm so much happier with the direction of my life now. Please don't ever feel afraid to follow your dream, not others dreams, as you go to college. It really makes a difference, it did for me.

In order to find the college that fits you best, you must do much research. Pay attention to the student population, the tuition amount, and how good their programs are in your chosen field. It is always a good idea to speak to those who have or are currently attending the college of your choice. Once you began college, take advantage of the opportunities they have made available for your experience. Meet new people and study hard, then at the end of all, you will feel accompished and realize everything you just experienced, you will remember for the rest of your life.

The student should be the making the actual decision. They should make the decision on the college they prefer not the one that is most affordable or that they are a legacy at. Parents should be completely removed from the decision process becasue they are not the ones that have to attend the school, and their lifestyles will be affected.

Be careful when living off campus with roommates you do not know. Enroll in the school that makes you feel the most comfortable.

I would stress to check out every single aspect of the school. Don't just look around at the campus, actively engage your university host with probing questions which get to why they picked the school and what their experiences have been like. Go to the commons and have lunch or dinner, take a seat on a bench and just watch the campus activity for a few minutes, sit in on a class that seems interesting, but most importantly, pay attention to the things that matter the most to you. To make the most of the college experience it's simple, GET INVOLVED! When you're involved, you meet people and you grow as an individual. When you aren't, you get bored, your grades slip or you lose touch with yourself--and that's not a good thing ever, but absolutely not in college. Have fun, lots of it, but be able to balance that fun with your schoolwork so you don't fall behind. If you're not involved, you can't do any of this. It keeps you level-headed and on track and gives you something to aspire for. That's what college is about.

Finding the right college isn't as difficult as it sounds. First, make a list of what you think is most important in a college, rate each item by what you could and couldn't live with. Visit the colleges you are most interested in and make sure you rate each college according to the list you made. Make notes about what you did and didn?t like about the environment, the people and other information you received. Once you?ve selected a college it is your job to make it the best experience possible. Be open to new experiences, talk to everyone, and become involved in clubs or sports so you can meet people that are interested in the same things as you are. You cannot sit around and wait for things to happen to you, you must make them happen. Make sure you have fun! Enjoy what you?re doing, and realize that if you don?t end up liking the school you chose, you can transfer to another school. If you keep your list and are honest with yourself about your opinion of each school, you should be able to find the school that fits you best.

You can't just tell parents and potential students how they should pick a college to attend -- they must feel what is right! The best parents can do is communicate what is important in life and at the same time, understand what is important to their young student. Parents should not force their children to attend a college they think is right for them, but communicate together in researching possible candidates. Instead of trying to persuade their children into attending a specific college, it would prove more successful to talk with their student about what they have learned about them throughout their recent years in high school and what atmosphere, academic prestige, location, size, etc. they think may work for them. Above all, parents should let their children know that they will support them in their decision and want them make a final decision independently. Allowing their child to make a decision by their self, the student will feel responsible in making a confident, smart and sane decision. I advise students to think smart and listen to their parents' advice. No matter how much a student weighs the pros and cons, the right decision will be made from the heart.

Do your campus visits on a weekday in the middle of the semester, if possible. Visiting on weekends or over the summer doesn't give you a realistic view of how the campus operates day-to-day.

When deciding which college is best for your student and for you as a student be sure to visit the campus. A tour can be informative but be sure to meet an actual student or group of students who can give you a "real" look into campus life, involvement, class structure; etc. You won't be able to truly grasp the atmosphere of the university, otherwise. Being highly knowledgable in every aspect of the college is the best way to make the right choice about which insitution suits your personality, learning style, social preferences, and amount of desired involvement in extracurriculars. Some univeristies are more focused on athletics while others stress academics. Make a checklist of things you would like to have at your dream college and see which institution most closely relates to that list.

For future college students I would advise you to follow your dreams. Don?t choose a college based on where your friends are going. Investigate as many colleges as possible. Talk to current students at the college. Don?t let your parents choose for you, but let them be involved. This is probably the first time away from your parents and they only want the best for you. Understand that they need to be a part of this new journey you are about to take. For parents of future college students I would advise you to listen to your young adults reasons for his or her college choice. If you will be the main financial contributor to his or her education communicate the tuition limit. The student and parent need to work together to decide what will be the best college choice. Make a list together of the academic and extra-curricular activities the prospective colleges offer, and rank them. The most important part of choosing a college is ensuring it will be the best fit and this can only be accomplished through research and communication between parent and student.

Know what you want to do with your life and tour all of the colleges beforehand. twice. Try to know as much about the program your getting into and how the school goes about teaching it. Have fun!

Make sure you actualy visit the school and understand the schools circulum. Also talk to some of the students around the campus to see how they like the school. Get invovled with student activities, you'll be surprised how many people you can get connected with. You can find some people who might share the same major as you or even have class with you.

While choosing an institution not only should the parent and student take tours of the school but the student should take overnnight visits of the institutions because just tours of campuses are very broad and you do not get a true sense of what the school is really like.

Find a college that has the right number of students, either a lot or not a lot. Do not go very far from home your first year.

Do not sell yourself short. I also find it depressing that money was the only thing that held me back from going to my dream school, even with a 15000 dollar scholarship I was still unable to attend University of Colorado, Boulder and had to go to a lesser qualified school for my major. Good education can come from many schools, but good education and sense of belonging to an institution is a relationship that you must develop.

Theys hould go with their student's choice first. A lot of times it looks as if the parent's allow themselves to make all of the choices for the child, which often time leaves the child feeling used and abused. I mean, when they look back at it, they will feel like they went to this college, or they participated in this major because my parents chose it for me. If the child is able to put forth their own thinking into what college they want to go to, then they will either ultimately love that college or learn from their mistakes, and attend another college of their choice. Making the most of the college experience means to do something unique and not the same like every other student. There are various ways to succeed in college, and I believe that those ways do not have to center around just drinking alcohol or doing this thing to achieve. Once you develop your own plan of achievement, then I know that the student will feel as if they have done something to achieve that was very much different from other students that are in their school or in the class.

spend much time as you can. Don't stop at one that you like, try to look and visit as you can.

You need to look at the size and loacation when picking out a school. It is very important to feel as comfortable as possible in the place you will be living for the next four years. Make sure the number of students attending isn't too overwhelming or too much like high school. Be very open minded with all the people you will meet and things you will experience because it is the only way to learn and grow from your college life.

The 'right' college, is one that isn't where you go for a social life. You'll develop one no matter where you attend college at. Choose a college that has what you want to do with your life, and if your un-sure of that go to a community college until you do know what you wish to do. Just remember parents that chosing what you want to do with the rest of your life at the age of 17-18 years of age is a HUGE thing. Remember to be patient and don't judge them for what they wish to do. They still have a lot of growing up to do, let them do it that way they don't waste time in college and don't waste your money by not doing well in school. Future college students; the major(s), the minor, even the college you pick can be changed whenever you feel like it. And the best part no parent permission needed. Just include them in your decision even if you really don't want to.

Try to get as involved with oncampus activities as possible

It is very important to start early to allow yourself enough time to visit the schools of interest. Also, make sure to take advantage of the scholarship and grants that your high school supplies as well as online sources. Once you pick the college that fits you best, get involved! It could be anything from Best Buddies, club sports, to varsity sports. You'll meet a lot more people and be able to take pride in your campus in a different way as well as make a difference in the community in some ways. Concentrate on your schoolwork and never let your social life interfere. You can most certaintly balance your academics and a great social life as long as you have your priorities in order. Never be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Most of all, no matter what university you attend, college is what YOU make of it. Have fun and prepare for a great future!

Have your child stay at the school for a weekend or so with friends or even shadow someone in the course that they want to major i so they can see the teachers and the kind of day they would have within their major.

Really get a chance to see how the campus makes you feel .Visit friends that already go there to really get a feel for the student life.

Choosing the right school for each individual is a very important decision, it won't necessarily "make or break you" but it will definitely impact one's overall college experience. I am currently assisting in the design of an afterschool program that gives students the hands-on experience to help guide them to make the best choices for their future college and careers so I feel strongly about this topic. I believe it is essential for parents and students to visit as many schools as they're interested in because being on the campus and getting a better idea of it's size, location, students, etc. is vital and each visit has the potential to make up the student's mind. In a way, the student doesn't choose the school, once they're standing on the campus the environment of the school chooses the student. Also, parents should not allow their children to visit home any more often than once a month, they need to be forced to get out, be social, and meet new people in whatever way suits them best and they'll be guaranteed to have a more memorable and positive college experience.

The advice I would give parents and/or students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience would be making sure the school has the program or major they are interested in, checking the school out prior to applying, applying for financial aid early, and for the students communication is the key. Making friends at the beginning of the school may not be that easy but when you start finding friends your college experience will be great. Joining a student organization is another great thing to consider and doing some kind of community service.

Go to the college YOU want to attend. And when you're in school, take advantage of what the school offers--four years goes by too quickly!

Do not attend Salisbury University!!!! Your kid will develop drug / alcohol habits. Party thursday-sunday, miss classes and most likely hate life for attending Salisbury. Coming here was the biggest waste of time and money, I should have just played lacrosse at a D1 one school instead of coming to the joke tryouts for lacrosse where Berkman brings in 150 kids to fill 45 spots. It is a shame the talent that comes here for a chance to be a part of something big only to have their childhood dreams crushed by a coach who lies to them just to benefit his name. The town of Salisbury is overflowing with crackheads and crime. One of my friends was mugged and beat to a pulp twice last year and he is on the football team. Not a safe environment!!! Girls get raped and have guys sneak in dorms and masturbate while the girls sleep. The school tries to hide these things so they can get your money. Do the research. It would be worth your time to. I wish I would have.

The advice that I would give to parents and students alike would be to make time to go visit your prospective schools. My family and I never visited any of the schools that I applied to, therefore, limiting my decision to Salisbury. I love Salisbury and I would not trade the experiences I have had here for the world, but I have come to realize that it is not fulfilling my needs as a student now. If I had been able to visit other schools, I believe that I would have chosen one further away from home. At this time in my life, I have reached a crossroads and am ready for a change. Salisbury does not offer as many majors to choose from as larger schools and I now plan to transfer because of that. By going out and visiting schools, you will know right away which one you are meant to be at. The atmosphere, the majors, and the campus-life you want to have will hit you like a ton of bricks when you find that one school you are meant to go to.

When looking for the right college you need to take a few trips there to visit. If you like sports, for example, lacrosse; then it would be wise to go to a lacrosse game at the college that you're interested in. If you like theatre, then go to a production that the school is putting on. You'll be able to tell if you'd fit in by doing that. You should talk to the students that attend that college and ask them how they like going there. If you get a chance to talk with the professors that would be another great way to find out if you're going to like the classes. To make the most of college, you need to attend some activities that go on around the campus. Going to games, shows, festivals, lectures all make the experience more enlightening and in the end, more enjoyable.

The most important thing to consider when finding the right college is to find a place where the student will be comfortable. Oftentimes, kids are so eager to go as far away as possible without realizing what they are getting themselves into. Make sure that your new home away from home is a place where you will feel safe and evaluate the different lifestyles that different places may offer. After finding a school where you will feel comfortable, evaluate the academics. Talk to not only faculty and staff, but also get the student's perspectives on their professors and classes. That is where the most valuable information will come from. Find out what opportunities schools offer and make sure these opportunities match your interests. Most importantly, when you choose the right school and start your undergraduate career find some time to have fun. College is a huge adjustment and many times students get overwhelmed with their schoolwork. Learn to effectively manage your time and get your work done, but also find time for yourself and get involved with activities on campus that you enjoy. This will make your college experience one of the best experiences of your life.

When looking for a college to go to and get the full experience that is college, make sure to shop around. There are a lot of options out there and colleges will be willing to work with a prospective student to help them afford their school. Use college reviews and talk to people who go to a school to get the full idea of what that school is like. Go on tours, and talk to your guide. They are students at that school and know what its like and can tell you what you have to look forward to if you decide to go there. Once you get past your decision and start school, make sure to put yourself out there and try to experience new things that might be beneficial to you. Learn to expand your horizons and try to see things from a different perspective. College is all about learning and experiencing things you never thought of before. Meet as many people as you can and network with them, just be friendly and you'll make a new friend everyday.

College is a once in a lifetime experience. Make sure you choose the college that is right for you. Make sure the college has a good program for the major you are interested in. Make sure the climate and type of town/city the college is in is right for you, since you have to live there for atleast 4 years. Getting the college experience means living on-campus for atleast 1 year, it is the best way to make friends in the freshman year. Go to on-campus activities and join extra-curricular programs to meet people with your same interests and to broaden your horizons. If you feel you want to transfer to a different college, at least live it out for one year to see if you really do not like where you are, it might just be freshman jitters. College life carries much more responsibility than high school life, be prepared for it. Parents, do not shelter your children to death, these are the kids who get to college and turn out the most wild, because they do not know how to handle all the new freedom. Above all, learn and have fun along the way!