University of Detroit Mercy Top Questions

Check the standings of the colleges in relation to location the student wants to be in. Look into the class sizes to determint if they are too big or too small. Larger classes tend to allow less contact with the instructor. Inquire about their financial aid availability. Build a relationship with your counselor/advisor - he/she will be one of the most important contacts a student has. And parents - be patient, let your student decide what they want to do and not what your dream career for them is. They will get more out of the education process if it is something they are passionate/interested about. If they are not sure, work on getting the core classes out of the way until they are.

Go to a college out of state or at least an hour away from home so you can get the away from home experiance. But also factor in academics in there thats most important.

Make Sure its affordable, reputable, enviromentally sound and has what you love about a college!

I would say that it really depends on each individual student. The University of Detroit Mercy is a small private school, but for me is is perfect. I love the small environment and I love that I can see my professors when I need them. But a small college is not for everyone. I would say you really need to look at a lot of different schools and see which one will be the most fulfilling for you!

My advice when choosing a college is for the student to attent a University that provides the particular majors/programs in which they want to be enrolled. Friends can be made at any University and starting from scratch is not as scary as some people make it appear to be. Speaking with the faculty is a great way to start and also participating in summer meet and great events! Almost any University will provide support so the student must look into places they want to go and not somewhere based on the wants of their parents or friends. As long as the student is passionate about their path in life they will succeed.

Parents and/or students should consider the big picture as that is what is most important in picking a school. Does this campus provide for the educational focus my student needs/desires? Will this school connect them to the workplace by means of internships/co-op experiences or does it possess a strong reputation that will get them in the doorway of a business? These questions are essential. College is often described as the best years of one's life, but it is essentially a preparation for the future years. Do not forget it is a stepping stone. With that said, make sure you pick a place that one still finds appealing. If your questioning how one could possibly remain at a particular location for 4+ years, perhaps look elsewhere. Afterall, you need to still live in the moment, and 4 years does just pass in the blink of an eye while your in the middle of it. Only after will it seem that it went quickly. Make sure the campus has descent facilities (recreational, food services, entertainment options) and that in the near periphery areas to escape from campus exist such as parks, shopping malls, movie theatres, etc.

My advice is even if you do not know what you want to do in life start out by taking general education classes. These classes can always be transfered to another school and are needed for every degree. When picking a college make sure they have many program options available and many financial aid options available also. Look at the class sizes because the smaller the classroom the better quality education you will recieve.

When looking for a college, don't get your hopes stuck on just one- there are so many out there that will far exceed your expectations. Visit the schools during busy times and meet as many people- professors, students, and administration- to get a feel for the attitude and spirit of the school. Finally, never base your choice on one experience. Good Luck!

I believe that students need to chose a college based on their own needs. They must visit the colleges that they are interested in, specifically the departments that they are planning on spending time in as a student. It is important as an incoming freshman to be aware of what to expect, therefore everyone should tour all of the different areas on each college, in order to be familar with the new environment they will face. Also, students should try to talk to professors or current students to get an idea of what life is like on the campus of the college they are visiting. It is necessary to find out how students spend their time at certain universities.

The first and most important piece of advice I can offer to prospective parents and students is to listen to your conscious; be true to yourself. The purity of intent that the student posseses will effect the outcome of the decision. I am a believer of a Greater Being which has given us the free will to make choices and to have faith in what is best for us. Over the past four years, I have come to realize that even though this school was the last on my list of choices, I knew that that Being has a bigger purpose for me than I thought. It is this kind of faith that has supported me, along with my parents who have raised me to be the woman I am today. Do not take for granted the life that has been given to you; being true to yourself is the first step you can make towards the rest of your life. Why not do it? This is the best time to start!

When choosing a college that is best for you it is important that you try to seperate the stigma of a school from what the school is. Instead of choosing a school because of its name or reputation, choose a school that fits you. That offers the programs that you are most interested in. Choose a school where the professors care more about their studnets succeeding instead of worrying about their own personal gain be it by research or whatever means. Choose a school that fits your learning style as well. Don't attend a school that has big class size if you know that you learn best in a more intimate setting. The most important advice I can give is to do not worry what school your friend is applying to but to choose a school that offers an enviroment that fits you, you will always be able to make friends.

I WOULD TELL TO EXPLORE THEIR OPTIONS FIRST. THEY SHOULD A LOT OF RESEARCH. ALSO, FIND OUT WHAT IT IS ONE REALLY WANTS TO DO AND IN WHAT MANNER THEY WANT TO DO SO, THEN TO APPROACH FINDING THE RIGHT COLLEGE FOR THEM. I CHOSE MY SCHOOL FOR ITS SMALL FAMILY-LIKE COMMUNITY. IT WORKED FOR ME AND NOW IM APPROACHING GRADUATION SOON. FIND OUT WHAT MOVES AND MOTIVATES YOU AND GO FOR IT!

Try to find true happiness. If you think you didn't choose the right place at first that is fine, but get out of there ASAP because if you don't you are just wasting your own time and money. Students shouldn't feel pressured to go into an area of study that they are not interested in. Even though it seems like a great career choice if you are unhappy it will make the rest of your life unberable. One of the ways i know of to makke the most of a college experience is getting involved. Involvement in different clubs and activities allows you develope a more proffesional mindset which you will help you when you apply for a job or graduate school. College is what you make it, so make the right choices.

Make sure the student wants to attend that college and that the student will be inspired to learn. The college should also be known for the program that the student is going to study, and that it is an overall good school to attend.

I have a bit of advice for parents when helping your child choose a school, and how to make the most of the college experience. First, narrow down a list of schools that are within your childs academic criteria and price range. It is important to select a school who's coursework will not be too overwhelming and will not leave you or your child in debt for 20 years. Also, Be sure that the college offers an accredited program for their prospective field of study so their degree will be recognized by all companies and organizations. As for making the most of the college experience, encourage them to explore all clubs/fraternities/sororities. These can open up alot of doors for networking and making life-long friends. Also, campus life can be quite dull at times, so it is important to be socially active (while maintaining healthy study habits, of course). In my opinion, these are some of the most important things to do in order to make a wise college choice and have the best experience possible.

Its important to look around the school. The education can be top rate and the campus secure and beautiful but if you have to drive thirty minuets to have fun off campus the first couple of years are going to be very uncomfortable. Its important to ask students what they think about administration prior to choosing a university as well. I would encourage parents and students to use the exact phrase ?is the administration well organized? If the answer is no be wary! Finally, its important to ask why did most students choose this university? The response to this question should not be ?money? or ?close to home?.

1. Attend a large private school that will give you the most money so that you do not have to worry about going into financial debt.

First thing you have to consider is whether you want to live close or far from home. The next thing you have to consider is whether you want to go to a big school or a small school. Next is private or public. Once you know the answers to those questions, it becomes easier to know where to go. Things I considered were the selectivity of the school, the percentage of out of state students at the school, and over all diversity. Think about what is most important to you and research in depth the schools you consider. I suggest going to any open houses that the school has to offer to get a first hand experience on what the school is really like. Another important thing to remember is to talk to the financial aid and make sure you understand exactly where you stand on scholarships, grants, and loans. You don't want to have to owe too much money when you graduate, thats annoying.

I would say that the most important thing is to do your research!! Plan what classes yuo will be taking for the four years and how much everything is going to cost and then you can compare with other schools. Get it right from the first year, dont think that you will have time to fix a certain grade later because the truth is, you wont! The years pass by so quickly and befire you know it, you are getting ready to graduate! Also, have fun!

Make sure you do not attend a school just because your friend is attending, becasue what is right for them may not be right for you. Be open minded because schools offer more than what they give off.

Find one that fits in with the needs of your lifestyle. Don't pick a school based on your social life because you will get behind fast. Research different options because you may find something you didn't even know existed and even if it is the most expensive don't give up on going there for that reason alone.

Look for a college that fits your needs. It is better to attend a college that emphasizes teacher help and availability then to go to a big name college just because of the name. Make sure you visit several places and not just set your heart on one place. I wanted to go to Michigan State really bad but when i found UDM, I discovered how much more potential i would have by attening the later. Financial aid is also important and could help in your desicion process but finding a place that makes you feel comfortable is most important. It is very easy to get distracted and hard to find help sometimes so also look for a place which offers tutoring at throughout the whole day and not just during the peak hours of class.

Reputation is obviously a big deal. For me, however, it goes a little beyond that. When attempting to make a decision about the right college, what's most important is that you make sure you'll enjoy your college experience. I must admit that I made a bad decision; I decided to strictly look at repuation (UDM's Dental School is my goal, which led me to land at UDM). I do not enjoy myself as much as I would someplace else. Education is a big deal, but it's much better when you're in an environment where you can enjoy your stay. I can say that since I don't enjoy it, it really has affected my grades; I'm more stressed, and just not having a good time. College is about getting an education, and enjoying your last years before the real world. If you're at a school where you don't enjoy yourself, it just makes the education that much tougher, more stressful, and just a miserable experience.

The one thing that truly worked for me was visting colleges. As soon as I stepped onto Univeristy of Detroit Mercy's campus it just felt like home. The style and atmosphere of this school matched my personality completely. So, the first thing to consider would be how you feel when you arrive on campus. Try a trial and error phase where you go to different schools with you parents. If the students is unsure, then your parents know you well enough to let you know if it is were you belong. Of course college is expensive and it is hard to fathom the idea of that much money, but don't let it hold you back from what college you want to attend. This is your future, so why would you want to be cheap about it. There are always ways to pay for it. Once you find the right school there are plenty of professionals to aid you in the search for moolah! I'm not going to lie sometimes it can become stressful, but in the end it always works out. The school wants you their just as much as you want to be their.