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What if I Can't Afford College Visits?
Tweet Share on Facebook June 29, 2011 Comment (2)If the thought of paying for college is stressful, you're not alone! For many, the financial burden of college is a very real concern, let alone all of the things leading up to it. College visits, especially those more than a plane ride away, can be too expensive for some. Jennifer R. in Tampa Bay, Fla., wants to know what students can do to still get a good feel for a campus without actually setting foot on it:
Q: I know that college visits are a great idea but my family doesn't have the time or money to visit some of the schools I'm really interested in. What else can I do?
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What Makes a School Large or Small?
Tweet Share on Facebook June 22, 2011 CommentStaying on the topic of size (last week, we talked about standing out in large college classes), the concept of college size goes far beyond the square footage of the campus. Student/professor ratios, the social scene, student government, and student organizations are important factors when determining what makes a great fit with a student's personality and can change significantly among colleges of different sizes. John W. from Portland, Maine, asks:
Q: My brother keeps telling me that I should consider size as I start applying to schools but I'm not sold. What makes a school large or small, and what are some of the more subtle advantages/disadvantages of both?
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How Can I Stand Out in Large College Classes?
Tweet Share on Facebook June 15, 2011 Comment (4)Many students take a college's size into consideration during their college searches, and rightfully so. A large, urban campus is a unique experience, just like a rural college town. Beyond campus size, however, is another essential aspect that can play a huge part in a student's success: the size of the classes. Steve A. in Decatur City, Iowa, is interested in several large state schools. He asks:
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How Can I Avoid Common Freshman Mistakes?
Tweet Share on Facebook June 8, 2011 Comment (1)Learning from your mistakes is one of the keys to succeeding in life, but we can probably all agree that learning from other people's mistakes is a bit easier and less painful. Hear from our experts as they discuss some of the most common freshmen mistakes you should be avoiding next year. Jill P., from Lafayatte, Ind., asks:
Q: I'm so excited for college to just start already! I'm totally the kind of person to overlook a few things when I'm excited, so what are some common mistakes freshman make that I can avoid?
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How Do I Pack for College?
Tweet Share on Facebook June 1, 2011 Comment (1)While it might not be a strict admissions topic, we have received a surprising number of questions from students asking what they need to bring to college or forever regret leaving at home. Our experts had fun thinking about their own students, and you might never have thought of some of the items they recommend! David S. in Fresno, Calif., asks:
