University Preparation

THE RIGHT ATTITUDE

Many people go to college because their parents make them do it…or don’t go to college because nobody else in the family has. That’s not the point. Going to college opens opportunities for yourself. It’s something you do for your future. It is a completely free and independent choice that you take simply because you know you deserve it.

So shake off that emotional baggage about how your parents are forcing you to do it or, on the opposite end of the spectrum, aren’t supportive of your decision to go. The choice is completely yours… and it is one of the best choices you will make in your life.

ADMISSION AND ACADEMIC RECORDS

Some colleges require very high grades for you to even be considered for entry. But that’s only some. You don’t have to go to an Ivy League school, or take a quota . There are thousands of universities and colleges all over the world, and even more that are “located” on the Internet (called distance learning, or online education). Not only that, you can easily go to a smaller college first, and then bring up your academic standing, before applying for a more prestigious and school with stricter entrance requirements.

GETTING A COLLEGE LOAN

College can be expensive, but that doesn’t mean it’s an option only for those with trust funds. You can get financial aid, apply for scholarships, take out a loan, or opt for a lighter course load and work while you put yourself through school.

CHOOSING A COURSE

Most teenagers don’t have clearcut career goals by the time they from high school. Fortunately, you don’t have to select a course immediately. It’s possible to enroll in general subjects first, then choose a major after two years. Others enroll in an online program and work for a few years, just to get an idea of what kind of work they will enjoy, and then go to a bigger university when they feel ready (at least, by then, they’ve gotten some of the general credits out of the way). And remember, you can always shift majors in the middle of your university stay. If you want to study abroad, it may be a good idea to attend language classes first: sprachschule englisch Cork.

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Choosing a University

University Selection

You should put a lot of serious thought into what college you will attend. This is a very monumental decision. You will be spending several years there—and what happens in its walls, and the direction you will take, will affect your life for decades to come. Make the wrong decision—follow a whim, or do it for the wrong reasons—and you will lose out on many opportunities, and waste many years.

Unfortunately people choose the often with short-term goals in mind. For example, some decide to study in a college in a home town just so they can be near friends, or even worse, a boyfriend. The thought of leaving him behind seems more painful than risking the end of the relationship by going far away. However, even if the two of you are in love today, at the tender age of eighteen, it’s impossible to guess where the relationship will lead. There are many instances of couples breaking up in college simply because their personality or perspective of life evolves. They drift apart. They realize, even if they’re in the same town, or even the same , that they are no longer compatible. That’s just the way life goes. That’s what growing up does to you. So don’t base your college choices on your romantic relationships. You don’t want to be tied down when you’re in college. Nor do you want to make any promises you’re not able to keep.

Others choose a college because it’s far away from home—“anywhere but here” they say. They feel that as long as they’re not in their parents’ home they can do anything they want. That may be true, but don’t see it as a license to party. Take your studies to heart. You should aim to get good grades, form solid business or career connections, and take full advantage of your education and the opportunities it presents.

And many make the mistake of choosing a college because other people said it was good. Maybe their parents went there, or the guidance counselor says that it had a good ranking. While those are factors in a choice, also look at the course you are taking, and your own learning style. Just because a school was good for other people doesn’t mean it will be good for you.

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The Benefits of a Campus Tour

Campus Tour

Before you enroll in any school, it’s advisable to take a tour of the campus to give you a first-hand idea of the atmosphere, environment and the type of classes offered. Photos can be deceptive, and any marketing brochure will hype the strengths of a school. To get an accurate picture, you’ve got to see if the reality meets your expectations—before you fork over your money, and your future.

Taking a campus tour can also give you the opportunity to talk to , faculty members and administrators. You can ask them questions, and actually have a conversation about it, instead of the standard FAQS on a website. You can also ask for more detailed information about classes or courses. You may even be able to sit in a class!

However, it’s logistically impossible and very cost prohibitive to go on a campus tour of every college you’re “thinking” about joining. While you can apply to several schools, just visit those that you feel you have a) a high probability of being accepted, and b) would be happy to attend if given a chance. This means a lot of discernment and research even before you take your first step on to the campus. And actually, you can only get the best out of a campus tour if you have done this preliminary work. You wouldn’t know what features to ask about, or what questions to ask, if you didn’t have the background information on the school to begin with. You can get a lot of this data from the web or from your school guidance counselor.

If you feel stuck and don’t know what college you’d be most interested in—many students feel this initial sense of being overwhelmed, so don’t be embarrassed about that—then you have several options. The first one is to pick completely different schools, like a small community school, a sprawling university, just to get a clearer idea of what you’re most comfortable in. Or you could visit your guidance counselor to ask for her initial advice on the kind of learning style suited to your personality, and which schools excel in the area of study you’re most interested in.

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The fact is that anyone can get that degree, and that many of the misconceptions about what a "college person" is simply isn't true. Here at this website you'll find articles to help you get into college, find the money for it, and succeed when you're there.

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