What is college really like?

Over 70,000 students attend college in New Hampshire and there are over 30 postsecondary institutions in New Hampshire and nearly 4,500 colleges in the United States and hundreds more in Canada and Europe. There are so many choices. No two schools are alike - just like no two students are alike. In other words, there is a college for everyone!

Most college students live in dorms where they eat, study and hang out with their friends all the time! You get to live with your friends, go to classes, eat meals, play sports and participate in any club you want, all in the same place. And, while some students may be from your hometown, there are always students from other states and other countries. Going to college gives you the opportunity to expand your world.

Living on campus in a dorm room will probably be the first time you are away from home for a long period of time. While you will have a lot of freedom, you are also responsible for scheduling your time. Your parents won´t be around to remind you about homework and studying. You decide when you go to class and which courses to take. College gives you the freedom to explore interests you never considered before.

To get the real deal about college life, you have to talk to college graduates! Your teachers, school counselors and family members will offer great advice and insight. A college education helps people to achieve personal, career and life goals.

To get an idea of what life on campus will be like, check out the campus scrapbook.