I actually didn't expect to find teachers to be so caring about their students. Teachers go out of their time to give their students all the tools to make good grades, not just good, but excellent. They of course expect alot from their students because they offer you all the resources that you need as a student to succeed. My professors would sit down with me in their office and explain my possibilities of making a B, or A and tell me ways I could prepare more to ensure I got what I wanted. They were patient and truly wonderful. I never felt left alone or uncomfortable. We even planned times where I would come in and review with them material that I didn't fully comprehend in class. And when ever they weren't available, the library was always open with plenty of people there at the study sessions that I could go to and ask for help. There is no reason not to succeed at SFA with the great people there, it's just impossible.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
Although SFA is not great in size, it has a great variety of people to hang out with. Once you join clubs, as a student, you will meet so many different people with different backgrounds and you'll honestly love it. People are outgoing, adventurous, loving, and caring. From day one, I never felt alone because there has always been someone there by my side ready to lend me a hand. SFA is not just a university, it's more like a huge family where the students and professors care about everyone.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
If you work for the grades, you can easily get scholarships and find ways to pay for your education. It is just a matter of effort to achieve what you want in life. SFA is cheap to begin with, but it can get somewhat expensive depending on what you are pursuing. And if you need help and need a plan on how to pay for your education, never hesitate to go to the financial office and ask for it. They will always be more than happy to sit down with you and help you plan for ways to pay.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Go to class and actually study. If you go to class you will get the material needed for the tests, and if you study there is no need for cheating. Surprisingly there is quite a bit of cheating in classes that you would not expect to find it, but unlike high school, the consequences and the punishment for cheating are greater and more severe. So as a responsible student just simply study. Study and review little by little everyday so when tests come, things won't feel so overwhelming and feel like it's the end of the world. Also be aware that there are cruel people in this world, and it is best not to trust anyone too quickly. A close friend of mine feel in the wrong hands of someone for blindingly trusting in them and got raped, so please, be responsible. Don't go out with anyone you meet. Get to know people first to avoid terrible things from happening to you.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
If you are dedicated, care about your grades, and are willing to put in the effort to make the grade, this is where you belong. SFA is a very proud campus where everyone is always helping everyone work towards their goals, but you as the student need to put in the time to get the final result. Also, if you are persuing nursing, teaching, music, art, forestry, law, pre-health careers like dental, doctor, therapist, etc, SFA is right for you. SFA has strong foundations in these careers and it offers great programs to get you where you want to be. Like any university, SFA is about discovering and learning about yourself. You might start wanting to be a doctor and end up graduating with a bachelor in art. So don't beat yourself about not knowing what you want to be or where you are headed, there are plenty of ways to find your niche at SFA and know what is best for you.
I actually didn't expect to find teachers to be so caring about their students. Teachers go out of their time to give their students all the tools to make good grades, not just good, but excellent. They of course expect alot from their students because they offer you all the resources that you need as a student to succeed. My professors would sit down with me in their office and explain my possibilities of making a B, or A and tell me ways I could prepare more to ensure I got what I wanted. They were patient and truly wonderful. I never felt left alone or uncomfortable. We even planned times where I would come in and review with them material that I didn't fully comprehend in class. And when ever they weren't available, the library was always open with plenty of people there at the study sessions that I could go to and ask for help. There is no reason not to succeed at SFA with the great people there, it's just impossible.
Although SFA is not great in size, it has a great variety of people to hang out with. Once you join clubs, as a student, you will meet so many different people with different backgrounds and you'll honestly love it. People are outgoing, adventurous, loving, and caring. From day one, I never felt alone because there has always been someone there by my side ready to lend me a hand. SFA is not just a university, it's more like a huge family where the students and professors care about everyone.
If you work for the grades, you can easily get scholarships and find ways to pay for your education. It is just a matter of effort to achieve what you want in life. SFA is cheap to begin with, but it can get somewhat expensive depending on what you are pursuing. And if you need help and need a plan on how to pay for your education, never hesitate to go to the financial office and ask for it. They will always be more than happy to sit down with you and help you plan for ways to pay.
Go to class and actually study. If you go to class you will get the material needed for the tests, and if you study there is no need for cheating. Surprisingly there is quite a bit of cheating in classes that you would not expect to find it, but unlike high school, the consequences and the punishment for cheating are greater and more severe. So as a responsible student just simply study. Study and review little by little everyday so when tests come, things won't feel so overwhelming and feel like it's the end of the world. Also be aware that there are cruel people in this world, and it is best not to trust anyone too quickly. A close friend of mine feel in the wrong hands of someone for blindingly trusting in them and got raped, so please, be responsible. Don't go out with anyone you meet. Get to know people first to avoid terrible things from happening to you.
If you are dedicated, care about your grades, and are willing to put in the effort to make the grade, this is where you belong. SFA is a very proud campus where everyone is always helping everyone work towards their goals, but you as the student need to put in the time to get the final result. Also, if you are persuing nursing, teaching, music, art, forestry, law, pre-health careers like dental, doctor, therapist, etc, SFA is right for you. SFA has strong foundations in these careers and it offers great programs to get you where you want to be. Like any university, SFA is about discovering and learning about yourself. You might start wanting to be a doctor and end up graduating with a bachelor in art. So don't beat yourself about not knowing what you want to be or where you are headed, there are plenty of ways to find your niche at SFA and know what is best for you.