University of Wisconsin-Platteville Top Questions

I choose my school with out ever even seeing it and I'm happy here. I think to many high school students worrie about what college they are going to go to and they should think about how they can get a 4.0 and graduate in 4 years. Many students pick colleges that are too big for them and end up having to retake their classes from freshman year at a smaller school. I think every student should study abroad, just pick a country and go! Do a couple internships during your college life you will get alot of work experience becuase of this. If possible live on campus at least your first year, with someone you've never met. This is difficult but worth it! Enjoy your college experience.

When it comes to choosing a college, shop around. Be proactive in your search, talk to professors in the field that you are looking to study in and ask them any question you have. You may want to speak with current students who maybe more likley to give you the inside scoop of the campus. Don't pick a school because of the name, pick the campus that fits you and where you want to go with your future. To make the most of your college experience, walk through the halls and down the sidewalk of your campus with your mind, eyes, ears, and hearts open to everything and everyone. The students and professors around you are the people who are going to help mold you into someone different. You will never return home the way you left. If you are willing to look around, you will learn more than in any class. It is up to you what you are going to learn, if you are going to shelter yourself or jump straight off of the diving board. Be who you are and don't be afraid to take the less traveled path.

Be involved. You get out of college what you put into it. Look at what you're use to, a small town or a large city, in determining your school of choice. If you're a flexible person and up for change, try something outside of your comfort zone, but if not try and find a school more like home. Go to as many on campus events as possible. It's a great way to meet people and see another whole side to college besides school work.

Being open to different experiences is what is going to make college the most amazing time of your life. You have to be willing to open up to new ideas and can not be afraid to try new things. The world is so much different out there from what you are use to, and if you have the opportunity to go some where differernt then where you grew up, take it! You don't have to go across the world to find new cultural experience, you and drive two hours across the state you live in and find that everything is completely differernt. Don't be afraid to take a chance.

Be sure that the college your child picks provides them with a lot of on campus entertainment. Also, make sure that their academic advisors are open and friendly. It will make the world of difference!

Make sure that their academic programs are successful and the placement rate for the college is above 95{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. You are spending money for a reason, but also make sure that you enjoy the atmosphere. Students need to have fun and go to class at the same time to do well in school.

In finding the right college, one needs to consider many factors. One of the main factors being price, and if the attending student can pay for tuition, and if not, then how easy is it to obtain student aid if available. Aside from price, a prospective student must look at the school and preview it. It is crucial to get a visual picture of where you will be spending the next 4 or more years of your life. Other factors include the type of school it is and if they have a good program for the degree he or she is seeking, if the school is large enough or too small, and also what other things the surrounding town has to offer. It is always nice to have a part time job while studying in order to save up a little extra spending money. In the end, it comes down to each individual and what they are looking for in a college experience.

The best advice for students and parents that I can think of is to look for a school that has the extracurricular activities that your son/daughter is into. You can go to practically any school for a plethora of majors, however there are many schools where certain sports or clubs are popular and many other students are involved in. Also when looking for the right college, think about how much you are willing to spend for your degree and if your degree will pay off in the end and how you are going to fund your education. Once you are in college, dont be afraid to try new things, this is the one time in your life that you can do things that you couldn't normally do with a full time job and family, so join that fencing club, get involed with the nanotechnology program, etc. because when your older you won't have the time and you wont have the ability to because they are only available when your in school.

I would tell my friends and family that take it slow. Picking out what college you wanted to go to is a very important step into furthering ones education. One needs to make sure that their 100 percent on it, or else one could lose money and credits if they decide to transfer. I think a good thing for someone to do before looking at colleges is to make a list of a few things they are not willing to compromise on. For example, the location, sizes of classes, size of campus. Most importantly make sure its somewhere you want to go, not where your boyfriend or friends want to go, somewhere for you. Good luck!

Parents, help your children, support them regardless of their college decision, prepare them, be there for any questions - espeicially through the first month of actual college life. Definitely advise them to do what they love and be in an envirionment that best suits them. Do not focus on the finances but rather the school when choosing a college. During the first semester be supportive but also willing to let go. No matter what your student does on their journey through college, assure them that you will love them regardless.

You should start looking for a college in your junior year of high school. Visit several schools. Talk with the professors in the area you are interested. Make sure to read all college materials in a timely manner. If you put things off, you may miss some inportant details and dates. Try to get involved with some sort of extra curricular activity. Be friendly, and try to meet new people and friends. Work hard,but don't over do it. Attend class! Eat, sleep and have fun!

Visit as many colleges as you can. The prestigue of a college is not worth wasting your time. I went to Madison for a semester and the way I was treated made me go back to Platteville. I enjoy getting oppurtunity and not being pressured or under the gun. If I do not do well on an exam or a class, it is not the end of the world.

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I am looking at the twilight of my college career. The sun is slowly setting, and soon a new day will begin in my life journey. Having lived the college experience to the fullest potential, there is with out a doubt in my mind one thing that stands out as the key factor to succeeding in college, involvement. Having been involved with four different intramural sports, student government and various clubs I have met people who have become life long friends. I can specifically remember the day before I left for college, and my dad (an UW-Platteville alumni) saying, ?Andrew, make sure you take ad take advantage of every opportunity and get involved as much as your schedule will allow.? To this day, his words resonate as true as the day he said them. The advice that I would give to any parent or incoming student would not stray from those words that my father told me that day, get involved seize every opportunity you have to better yourself and don?t take anything for granted since college is only as good as you make it to be.

I think the most important thing about finding a college for you is realizing, in general, what you like to do. If you know what you'll want to do in the long run, you narrow down the schools to schools that are good in that area. If you want to save some money and/or want the more personal atmosphere, go for a small town school. Otherwise, if you're rich and want the big city atmosphere, go to a big school. If you're going to do extra-curriculars, check that out before you go to the school and see if they have some you're interested in. Once you get to the right college, it's important to have fun, but also to remember that you're there for your education. Finding a nice balance between schooling, work, and your social life can be hard but it can be done.

Choosing a college was supposed to be a no brainer for me. I was supposed to go to Iowa State University; at least that was the plan. As I started looking at colleges though, I found that Iowa State was not the place for me. I would recommend first choosing a college for academic area of interest. Since this is the primary reason for attending college, it makes sense to make this the first step in choosing a college. I think the biggest mistake students make is choosing the cheapest college. The cheapest college is not always the best choice. Other factors I considered were size, distance from home, and the feel of the campus during a visited. The best things I did when transitioning to college my freshman year was to leave my room door open when I was home and to stay on campus on the weekends. I met so many people and developed many friendships simply by doing these two things. Lastly, make college the experience you want it to be. Take advantage of as many opportunities as possible and have the time of your life.

Go to a school that is very involved within and outside its academic enviorment. You will get the best of of college when one creates different relationships with different people and activities.

Get involved! It's scary to put yourself out there, but the best way to find people you "click" with is to get involved in something you know you love to do whether it be theatre, sports, or student government. It's intimidating coming to school not knowing anyone and thinking you're expected to just find your own friends. By forcing yourself to get involved in any way possible it makes it almost certain you will enjoy your college experience. College is not just about the classroom, it's also about meeting people you will make lifelong memories with.

Go on a campus visit and see which one feels most comfortable to you. Don't go somewhere just because a friend is going there, and don't be afraid to be outgoing and social! This should be the best time of your life so choose wisely; but even if you don't you can always transfer to another college.

I suggest looking to see if the college you want has the major or majors of your choice first. Then I would tour multiple colleges before just picking the first one you tour. Next I would look at the college website pages. You can learn a ton about the different athletics, jobs, and organizations just by looking it up at home. This way you can take note on the certain achievements that the different organizations have earned to see if you would be interested in joining it. Nobody wants to join an athletic organization or fraternity if it is on its way out. Learning the crime rate wouldn't be a bad idea either. Lastly, you should keep optomistic about your choice because so many students transfer because they had a few bad experiences; Don't give up too soon. Experience the many different activities in your college. Get involved with as much as you can to extend your college experience. Reserching, tourning, and keeping a positive attitude are the main ingredients of making a healthy choice about your college.

Ideally, this response would include some trite wisdom about finding a school that feels like home with fellow students who make you feel like family. Unfortunately, the practical matter at hand is to be aware of the financial strain of rising tuition fees and housing costs. Try to find a desirable, affordable school. Today a bachelor's degree is nearly a given for a working adult; don't blow your savings on Harvard if you can be just as happy at a state school. There is something sweet and comforting about going to school close to home. You will have your whole life to explore the world; choosing a school that will help you transition into that world in the most comfortable way is the most important first step. Never be afraid to learn new things or meet new people. Never fear having an academic or social weakness. Everyone has a weakness; everyone has a strength. The key is finding someone who has a weakness where you have a strength and helping that person; and finding someone who has a strength where you have a weakness and asking that person for help. That is all part of the university community!

My advice to give parents and student about finding the right college and making the most of it would be not to follow the flow of society. Do what feels best to you; don?t do something just because all of your friends are. You are going to make many new friends at your new college. Just be yourself and you will meet others like you! Also, don?t let money be a deciding factor. That should be the last thing that determines what college you want to go to. Do what will give you the best future! Don?t be afraid of a new experience. College is going to be a defining time for you, you will find yourself and know what you want to do with your life. It?s also going to be one of the most enjoyable times of your life, so don?t worry! I believe that once you push your limits far enough, you learn that you don?t have any. I live by that and I hope others will too.

I would tell them they need to look at the size, cost, and atmosphere of the college. I think that large colleges can be more prestigious and people think they are better, but sometimes smaller colleges can give you a better education. Cost is something everyone has to think about. I think that if you can graduate with the same degree in a college that costs less, it makes starting off on your own that much easier. Lastly, every college has a unique atmosphere. That is something you need to experience by sitting in on classes, going on campus visits, and just being on campus.

Don't go whole hog on one thing. Do a little of all. Do a little bit in the campus groups, partying, and extra work to become a well rounded individual. But make sure it doesn't interfere with your school work because all of the extra stuff won't mean anything if you don't have a solid core of knowledge.

Take your time and enjoy!

Make sure you consider all of you options before deciding on a university. Public schools are not always right for a student-the same goes with private. Check what you potential schools offer for financial aid and scholarships and how much living expenses will be. If you can, find a campus where you can rent your textbooks instead of purchasing them. Take campus tours. If you have to debate about whether to attend a certain school or not, don't go there. Trust your instinct and you gut, and you will have a comfortable and fun educational experience. Know the class sizing...bigger isn't always better. And most of all, have fun at college...you education is what you make it.