Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
that pretty much sums it up right there: i am learning a lot!
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
This campus is right on the Coeur 'D Alene Lake, and the scenery is outstanding. North Idaho College has a great atmosphere (I mean both the air and the people). The staff is so helpful,
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
the prices may appear differently to people in different financial situations, but this college has a much lower tuition than major universities and you still get the basics you need for associate degrees. in any case, i recommend that you apply for financial aid, even if you don't really need it. i received enough awards in grants to completely pay for my tuition and books. look for discounted sources to by textbooks and materials from instead of the college bookstore. you will save a lot of money! lab manuals are created and printed at the college, though, so you can buy those only at the college bookstore (which is known as the mica peak exchange). do not get student loans! ever! look for scholarships and grants, apply for financial aid, or ask relatives for college money, but do not get loans to pay for college! i know several people who have worked hard their entire adult lives to pay back the loans they had for school. if you can't find a means to pay for it without a loan, then don't go to college. period. :) it's for you're own good and the good of your family.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
register early! do not wait until the last minute, or you may not get into the classes you want. there is a waitlist now (as of the fall 2011 semester), but it's better to get in early than squeak in at the last chance.
also, if you are planning on applying for financial aid, do so several months before the semester begins. then you will have enough time to gather documents needed, and the college will have time to process it and contact you about further documentation, et cetera.
parking is an issue when the semester begins, but a lot of the busyness dies down after awhile. but, there are parking lots up the road, about a 10-15 minute walk, so just come to class early and park there.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
students looking to earn a 2-year degree (a.a., a.s., a.a.s.).
local students who want some secondary education 'under their belt'.
students interested in a solid nursing program.
that pretty much sums it up right there: i am learning a lot!
This campus is right on the Coeur 'D Alene Lake, and the scenery is outstanding. North Idaho College has a great atmosphere (I mean both the air and the people). The staff is so helpful,
the prices may appear differently to people in different financial situations, but this college has a much lower tuition than major universities and you still get the basics you need for associate degrees. in any case, i recommend that you apply for financial aid, even if you don't really need it. i received enough awards in grants to completely pay for my tuition and books. look for discounted sources to by textbooks and materials from instead of the college bookstore. you will save a lot of money! lab manuals are created and printed at the college, though, so you can buy those only at the college bookstore (which is known as the mica peak exchange). do not get student loans! ever! look for scholarships and grants, apply for financial aid, or ask relatives for college money, but do not get loans to pay for college! i know several people who have worked hard their entire adult lives to pay back the loans they had for school. if you can't find a means to pay for it without a loan, then don't go to college. period. :) it's for you're own good and the good of your family.
register early! do not wait until the last minute, or you may not get into the classes you want. there is a waitlist now (as of the fall 2011 semester), but it's better to get in early than squeak in at the last chance. also, if you are planning on applying for financial aid, do so several months before the semester begins. then you will have enough time to gather documents needed, and the college will have time to process it and contact you about further documentation, et cetera. parking is an issue when the semester begins, but a lot of the busyness dies down after awhile. but, there are parking lots up the road, about a 10-15 minute walk, so just come to class early and park there.
students looking to earn a 2-year degree (a.a., a.s., a.a.s.). local students who want some secondary education 'under their belt'. students interested in a solid nursing program.