University of North Texas Top Questions

First thing, DO NOT go straight to a four year University! Spend at least a year at a junior college. Jumping right out of high school and into college is too much freedom all at once. Staying at home for at least a year and going to junior college teaches you how to study and be responsible before you take that leap out of your parent's house and into college. Junior college is also a little bit easier so you can ease your way into learning how to be a good student rather than having everything thrown at you all at once. Once you do go to University, try not to go to an expensive one. Expensive schools do not carry much clout at the undergraduate level as they do for things like Law School and Doctorate programs. Last but not least where ever you decide to go STUDY! This isn't high school, even the smartest students can't just breeze by without hitting the books.

This school is perfect for particular majors, but do plenty of research on your particular college of interest before coming here. Make note of the way counselors and advisors speak to you, and good luck!

go to learn. My friends aren't really in my classes, and I like it better that way.

It doesn't matter where you go as long as you make the most of it.

Visit several colleges, even if you know exactally where you want to go. I didn't go to my top choice school and I couldn't see myself anywhere else. Walk the campus during the school semester and just get a feel of the campus, the people and the atmosphere created there. College has been such an amazing time in my life. I've matured and my perspective on people and the world has changed for the better. Denton is blessed with an amazing body of believers that reaches out to the community to meet their physically as well as spiritaul. Finding a good solid church would be my second piece of advice. It's the great way to meet people and more importantly to grow and lean more on Christ and his calling for your life.

I would visit the college talk to students and ask them question that you find are important to know like, " What is the educational level of this school?", " How many students are in your classes?", " What is the campus life like during the week and on weekends?", " What can i get involved in that can help me become more successful?". I would also visit areas around the campus to make sure you are comfotable with the area. You need to also find out if the students are connecting well with the teachers. I found out the hard way that teachers at my school are not helpful if you have questions about tests or how to prepare. For the parents i would find out how safe the school is, scope out the campus and make sure you are able to see officers ata all times. My school does a great job at prodiding officer. You need to be comfotable with the school and able to love it. If you are not in love with the school then you won't have a good time. I'd like to thank campus discovery for this opportunity. God bless

In order to find the right college, make sure to do your research! Listen to what other people say about the college but also go there and see for yourself. Make sure to take a campus tour, talk to other students on campus. Take you or your student's needs into consideration. Look into what type of activities, clubs, and associations the college has to offer. Transportation is a very important topic to consider. Does the school offer buses? Is there off-campus housing close enough to walk or bike to school? Is the college a commuter school? Each college can be known for a different department or major. Is the college you are choosing support and have enough facilities and teachers for your major? Making the leap from living at home to living on your own can be a daunting step even for the most vivacious students that are ready to leave the nest. Finding a group to share your college experiences (good or bad) is also important. Make sure to find a sport, activity, or other club to belong to. Joining something is the easiest way to meet people and make friends. College is better with friends. :)

I would suggest to these parents/students that they research financial aid opportunities and undergraduate programs available at the universities they are considering applying to. Once at college, getting involved in spirit groups, intramurals, study groups, and work programs will help the student create ties to the university and allow them to meet people under both social and business contexts.

Starting early is the best advice to give anyone. Brochures are great , but they lack any real showcase of what a campus is all about. Visit the campuses with your child and allow them to pick and chose the schools they are most comfortable occupying for 4 years or more. Apply for financial aid as early as possible; money problems can ruin the college experience. Avoid credit cards and high interest loans. Keep your grades up in high school, your wallet will thank you later. And when you arrive on campus come with an open mind, and be ready to experience things you might not be used to. Always be open to new ideas and respectful of ones beliefs, you will encounter plenty on a college campus. It is also important to have a sense of responsiblity on campus, you will have to attend classes on your own and will be responsible for your own actions. The most important thing to keep in mind, however, is not necessarily your overall grades, but what you leave with; whether it be friends, experiences, a great career, or a life changing choice.

In order to find the right college for yourself or your child, I believe that you must visit the campus and emerse yourself in their environment. Not only is it good to find a college that has your specific major and career opportunities, I believe that it is also good that you feel at home in the environment that the college provides. When you visit a campus, go on the little tour that the admissions office usually provides, but also try and sit in on a class or two, go eat lunch with students, and drive around the town, get a feel for the university as a whole. College is more than the flyer you get in the mail when your a junior in high school, it is your life for the next four years or more. You want to make sure that you can call the campus home and you feel comfortable being yourself.

Find some place you like, including looks on campus

When it comes to picking the right college it comes down to when you step on to campus you just feel it. Like a flash it happens, like a window into the future of the next four years of joys, tears and successes. What draws you to a school should be not which school you are going to be successful at but which school can help you be the most successful.

I would tell them find an activity to do to meet people. Don't be afraid to go knocking on people's doors in your dorm to meet new people. Relax and have fun! Don't get overwelmed with too many activities because you are at college to learn. Just relax and take things one at a time. All nighters are never worth doing! Start studying ahead of time!

When choosing a college, don't just decided to go to the place that your friends are going, because more than likely your friends will change, and they may be leading down different paths than you are. Definitely visit the campus, and choose the atmosphere that is most like your own personalitly. Whether it is super school-spirited, or very laid back, the atmosphere of your college will make or break your experience. Personally, most of my friends went to a very school-spirited, closely knitted college, which was a lot of fun for me to visit. However, the college I chose was much more laid back and diverse, which fit my laid back personality. I believe you can learn more from diverse people and cultures, therefore my University was the perfect fit for me. Don't listen to anybody elses opinion on where you should go, because it is your life for the next four years, and you want to make that decision based soley on what you feel is best for you. And once you get to the University of your choice, be open-minded, meet new people, and you will have a wonderful experience!

Always choose the University that meets all the things you want in a college. Make a list of qualities you look for in a college and the one that come close to your criteria then thats the school for you.

I think the most important advice I would give anyone it to find a college that fits the students personality and educational goals.

I advise both parents and students to look at factors other than just money when choosing a college. For instance, population size is important because an overcrowded college is not a suitable environment for anyone. In addition, mentoring opportunities should be a noticeable asset of the college of choice. With help, the student will be able to feel comfortable pursuing his or her degree and can prepare for real life.

Find a college that will be challenging as well as having a comfortable living environment. Social activities are important but it is also important that they involve more than opportunities to drink. A school with a good community can be really helpful to a young person leaving home for the first time.

Finding a college is not an easy task, but some advice that I would give is make sure that you fit into the college and the college offers opportunities for your career choice. In terms of enjoying your college experience, you have to get involved in some kind of club, group, intramural, or varsity sport. If you are not involved in atleast one thing then your college experience and opportunities will be limited. This is the best way to make friends and have a good social life.

I think its really important to make sure you choose a college that has a really good program for your major. I also think that it is best to find a place filled with the sort of people you get along with, whether they are athletic types, or musicians, etc.

My best advice for parents and students searching for a college is to do your research. I came to North Texas from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and I did extensive research for a school that matched what I wanted. I wanted small class sizes, a picturesque campus, and an excellent Education program, so I searched schools, emailed faculty and consulted with students who attended the University. Once you're enrolled, in order to make the most out of the experience, I would suggest working as few hours as possible, which may mean factoring the cost of attendance in your criteria. There is alot more to college than classes, such as extracurricular activities and on campus jobs. For me, the most valuable experience I've gotten from school was an assignment where I had to volunteer in a program mentoring at-risk youth. Even though the class is over, I spend two hours a week with my mentee. I have trouble sometimes balancing it in with school and my part time job, but I couldn't imagine telling her that we can't see each other anymore because I don't have time. Learn to manage time, and everything will fall into place.

Students and Parents should always look for a college that is comfortable and worth the money that they will be investing into their futures. they should not fear heavy course loads, but seek the resources provided by the campuses to help individuals succeed. Students should work hard in order to play hard and not let the freedom that they obtain from being away from home detour them form their goals and responsibilities as adults. Parents should trust that they have raised their children to be responsible and accept and support the growing experiences that the students will face throughout their educational journey. When seeking a major the student should understand that it is completely their decision, and the faculty and resources on the campus are established to ensure that they reach their educational goals and needs. Campus life is provided to make students well rounded and give them the opportunities to network, have fun, and grow.

The first two years of school are basically the same everywhere so I would reccommend going to a community college for the first two years to save you money.

Finding the right college can seem a bit overwhelming if you're not sure what you want to study or where you want to go. First, think about a field that interests you. Is your interest business, biology, math, working outdoors or helping others? Get online and search, learn about the skills you will need. Yes, it's okay to want to work outdoors and study biology. Second, look for a school that has your field of study. Many universities have either a diverse or specific choice of curriculum. Third, don't forget financial aid! Search! Find! Write!! You can also find work on campus so you don't have to go off campus. That helps when you don't have a car. Also, think about the weather where the university is located. If you're not a cold weather person, choose a warmer locale for school. Winter up north can get COLD! Is the university you have chosen fit for you? Are you liberal, artistic, musical, political or just a real laid back type of person? Extra-curricular activity is also important, so don't overlook. When classwork is done, you need to have some way of having fun!!

The advice I would give to parents and students is to do your research. College is a four year commitment that shouldn't be taken lightly. Make sure you plan out how you are going to pay for the four years of your college choice. I made the mistake of not planning the financial aspect of college and ended up transferring to a safety school. Get input from students who currently go there. They will tell you the reality of how the school system works. Location is also very important. Students often pick schools based on how far they can get away from home. Being too far away from home is not always a good thing. Students should evaluate themselves and factors that mean the most to them. If you're a family person; then being 300 miles away is probably not a smart decision. Your career choice is another factor to consider. Study what specialty you're school is known for. If you want to be a doctor, then attending a school that focuses on law is not smart. College is a major step and it shouldn't be taken lightly. Good luck on your college choice.

pray about your decision

Just go where YOU want to go. In the end you are the person that has to live with the decision. Go to all of your classes and get involved, and put studies first - the social scene will always be there.

What advice would I give parents and/ or students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience? First, take it step by step. Think reality don't worry about what others are doing focus on self. Your environment, situation, and life are different from others no matter what is believed. Observe your surroundings and identify colleges and universities that are conviently located. The hassle of getting to and from school during inclement weather can weight heavily on academic achievements. Secondly, do your homework early. Get accustomed to using the computer by going to favorable college or university sites and investigating what they have to offer. Check out scholarships, grants, campus size, student population, etc. Lastly, get all needed documents ready and on hand. These documents will be needed time and time again during the enrollment process.

Defenitely start early!

The best advice I can give is to choose a school that has a lot of different college options - most everyone changes their undergrad major at least once. A variety of subjects to look into is good.

As a student, my first bit of advice is to be open-minded. There is a really big world outside your town where you attended high school. And in that big world is a variety of oppurtunities that can help you reach the career you want. I've switched majors three times before finally realizing what my passion was, and I'm so happy that I've found it. Also remember this: When you find your passion, don't ignore it if you find out that's not where the money is. I'm going into the photojournalism field because it's fun, exciting, and I'll get to travel. If you find a field that makes lots of money, but it wouldn't make you happy then don't go for it! Do what will make you happy for the rest of your life. And for the parents out there, it's ok to be sad or worried! You may be sad about your child leaving home but once you see your baby walking across that stage with their own degree, the sadness will diminish, because respect and joy for your graduate will take over. You'll be proud!

Find somewhere that both the parents and student is comfortable with. The key is to find the right environment. Remember, the child will be growing up exponentially in college so you have to find some place to suite those needs.

Find a school that: caters to the growth of students as individuals; has small classes, but lots of options; diverse in cultures and activities; has professors that are established in their respective fields; has well established programs; works with you financially--following scholarship money takes a HUGE load of stress off the student AND parent.

Please Encourage your children to go to college it is a great learning experience and also a good way to network and form a career that will last them a life time and they will be able to provide for themselves and takes of there parents when they retire. To the students Never give Up on your Dreams College may look scary and hard but it is not just do your best and Nothing less and have fun. Don't worry about the money becvause it is a lot out there that is never used. So keep going it took me 10 years but i never stop beliving and i made it. Never say Never !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Make sure you visit the campus. Go inside of the cafeteria and eat some of the food if at all humanly possible. Have conversations with MULTIPLE people that attend the school, most importantly those with your major. Be sure to ask them if they are happy at the school. If you can afford a private school that has the best possible program, go there. I assure you that you will not become subject to nearly as much pressure and stress if you do [I attended a private school for a year, and I never once even heard the word "stressed" uttered on campus; at the current oversized public school I attend, it is a daily reality]. DO NOT enter the school year expecting to do everything you can possibly do [social life, 4.0 GPA, millions of extra-curricular activities] unless you want to develop an anxiety disorder and/or wear yourself out. Take it easy the first semester, so that you can learn how college life works. Don't worry; no matter how institutionalized any college is, chances are it's nothing compared to high school, so things are looking up for you.

Make your choice wisely, find a school and stick with, if you attend a 2-year college make sure the classes you take tranfer to a 4-year university, go to summer school if you can, apply for financial aid as early as possible.

I believe that choosing the right college for you is based on college visits and characteristics that you have as an individual. You should visit each college you are thinking about and see what it has to offer you as an individual and see what all you can get involved in. As a student, you can make or break your experience. You need to get out there and get involved, whether it be a fraternity or sorority, student organizations, working on campus, art programs, or sports, it will enhance your experience. The people who are in these organizations with you will help motivate you to complete your homework and help you maintain your grades. Also, the more you are involved in, the more you feel connect to the university and the more you want to stay.

Look at the specifics of the programs in the departments you are interested in; you have to find a college that offers what you want. That was the biggest thing for me. After that, you should probably at least take a look around the campus to see if it feels right and is in a place you would like to live for a couple of years. Once you've picked a place and moved in, get involved. College is much more fun when you are involved in campus life, I've found. If you live on-campus, your residence hall will most likely have numerous fun and informational programs scheduled for your benefit; check them out. You'll meet new people and start networking your way into the college/university. That's what college is really about: networking.

I would really recommend researching how serious a student is at persuing his/her initially chosen degree program and select a school accordingly from there. I also recommend the consideration of community colleges and attaining associates degrees in terms of general studies and basic studies such as english, math, history, and etc. Really it saves so much time and money, typically with the convenience of home. Don't take for granted all the options that are presented during high school and during a colleges orientation; there are so many opportunities that students just let pass by; there is usually a lot offered.

When choosing my college I thought about how far away the campus was from home, their academic feilds they had, their campus life, on-campus and off-campus living, professors, classes, and I also toured the campus several times before I finally decided. So I would sugguest looking and touring several different colleges several times to make sure your well versed in the information you would want to know. Then when you actually commit you need to focus on the important things to you about the future. Then about your college experience, make sure you make friends with the right crowd, you need to remember that your not going to college to just make friends and socialize you need to balance that with school work and also make time for your family still. College at first is a big step and you may feel overwhelmed and depressed, or homesick but you have to push through that, freshman year is the hardest. Once you get through the begining of the 1st semester everything calms down, and you start enjoying yourself. Most importantly KEEP UP WITH SCHOOL WORK! That is the most important and best advice anyone could give you!

Parents and student both need to visit the school and check out everything about the school. Student needs to make sure the school fits their needs you want college to be a good experience. Make sure this is a place you can be happy with and make your home part of the year.

I suggest that parents let their children research their options, and choose the one where they feel the most at home and accepted, instead of only being the best one regarding their major. While it's important to focus on your major, it's difficult when you can't be happy in your life outside of school, which is important when you need to escape from the stresses caused by classes and deadlines. Parents should let their children leave and grow, but still be there for support when their child needs it, parents don't need to hold their child's hand all of the time, but it's nice to have them there to catch you when you fall.

Parents: college is responsibility. let your child, who is a young adult, make choices and form their life. they will come to you for advice if you let them! just because theydont have time to call you everyday, doesnt mean that they are dead or have forgetten about you! they are making a life for themselves and it is hard to do. Dont judge all the choices they make. suport them but dont stress them out with your expectations and braging. you love to brag about your kid, but it puts so much pressure on them at a very trying time in their life. students: dont let the fear of failer overcome your drive to succeed. College is fast pace. you are learning so much in a short period of time; you are forming your life. it can be hard, but remember that there are many students in the same place you are. let the good times become the lasting memories and just get through the trials...thats all you can do. take responsibility!!! drugs and alcohol will only numb u for a while but the world will be there still! so dont run, face ur challenges! love life<3

Take time to think about what you are first looking for in a school and what city or area you would be comfortable in. Visit each school you are intersted in and maybe talk with students there to get thier input whether they like the school or not. Learn a little bit about each school maybe look them up on the internet or read about them and then make your final decision.

Advice I would give to parents to find the right college for their child would be to first find out what their son/daughter wants to achieve in life. Then, apply that knowledge to applicable universities. To help their child make the most of their experience, parents should support and provide the foundation for what the student needs. Allowing the student to achieve and simply supporting them allows for growth necessary at that level. For the student finding the "right" college, one must do their own researching and soul searching for what they want to achieve in life and or their career to determine the appropriate college experience. Once the colleges are narrowed down, then visit the campuses, learn and research as much as possible. Also, asking current students and alumni are key to first-hand experience and knowledge. Then, once at the college, making the most of what one is given can be done by being involved with school activities, dorm activities, and if one is religious, becoming a part of the appropriate affiliated association. Becoming connected and a part of the university is extremely important in receiving the best experience.

Pick a school based off your opinions and what you want. Because in the end, you are the one that has to live there for 4 years. I would also tell students to research the school or institution they want to attend; cost of attendance, how far away from home, graduation rate, or the percentage of student who find jobs after graduation.

I wanted to be close to family. I went to a 2 year college down the street. My advice to you would be to go to community college. Even if you go for just a semester.That way you don't spend too much money and you aren't thrown into the situation. Then pick a place where you can experience wonderful things but also learn and people are willing to help. This semester I almost lost my life. After my tonsilectomy, something went tterribly wrong and I lost a lot of blood.I was saved by another surgery. It caused me to go to the branch of UNT in Dallas. I wasn't too happy. School was the main goal. But with medical bills and my health I stayed home. But because UNT is great, I was able to go to the nearest branch. I experienced wonderful things at UNT. I met my two bestfriends. I went to poetry sessions and talent shows. I was a part of a dance group. To close this up take life at its fullest and welcome all of it's joys and pains. It will help you to grow into a wonderful person.

Find a school that has your major and is affordable. Make sure you will be happy going to that school.

I would tell them to go and visit all of the schools they are interested in, and compare the amenities, benefits, and faults of each school before making a decision.

Start working on financial aid early. Apply for every scholarship that is possible. Somebody is going to win and if you do not enter, you definately will not win. Find the college that has their child's major whether it is extremely far away. You can not hold on to your child the rest of your life!