Evening star., 1962-02-16

wants to to school, he finance it completely by
working his way through. He work full time
during the day and go to school at night That takes
longer, but we've had students all the through to
doctorate degree in night school, All it takes is amb
ton and will"
Miss Rich says, 1--WE admit solely the academic rec
ord and ability then try to solve other problems
finances At Catholic University there loans scholar
ships, tuition plans monthly basis and placement
office for jobs But don't let freshmen work during
their first semester except possibly serving meals
thing like that which doesn't take up too much of their
time"
And Mr. Wakefield says Costs should be discussed
thoroughly with parents and parents should be honest
with their children to what portion of the costs they
afford"
7-Review the college catalogue thoroughly, and
complete all the necessary forms when apply
ing.
students should obtain college catalogues during
their junior year and should study thoroughly and
seriously so they will be completely familiar with the
qurements and what is offered" says Mr. Wakefield
And Mr.. Smith says, "A student must take it upon
himself to make he gets all the forms in Often for
instance, applying for admission doesn't automatically
mean dormitory space too That may separate form
And he must that all the reach the school in
cudng his high school transcript principals recon-
mendation. With thousands of applications each year.
college can't follow up seeking missing information
II he doesn't hear from school within reasonable time
he should inquire what's wrong Chances are something
is missing"
s-Apply early, and have an insurance" college
in mind
Applications should be sent in early so that the high
school counselor forward the transcripts and
mendations," says Dr. McAlster Only the top-notch
students pick and choose the others must apply early
to allow plenty of leeway for application elsewhere"
Mr. Wakefield suggests, Various schools have differ
ent levels OF difficulty student should pick schools in
different levels so that he doesn't get his first choice
ne will have one on his list he is will accept him. He
should send all applications to schools in one level
And when he is not admitted school, he shouldn't
be too upset Probably his chances success at that
institution not in his favor and he should try
other"
9-Come prepared for your personal interview and
have all the necessary papers
One of the problems we face is that students are so
poorly prepared for their interviews when they come in"
says Father Moffitt They should with questions
to ask and with the necessary information famous
incident involves student who in and the adms-
slons officer asked him. Do you have any quesons
answered. NO And the admissions officer said Then I
don't have any questions either And he dismissed him.
Seriously though they often don't have their high
school transcripts College Boards and class stand
ings available for u.s.
Mr. Wakefield says 1--WE look upon those interviews as
an exchange of information Many of the students are
not really prepared for their interviews Of course that
doesn't mean they should come in and ask such ques-
tions as How many books in the library? Sometimes
they are briefed little too much'
And Miss Rich advises, Sometimes people come
long distance without an appointment and without the
proper papers They should at least have definite ap-
pointment before coming for interview"
1O-Ambition and determination can outweigh
some shortcomings. But be prepared to work.
How we'll a student does in college depends not so
much on his ability but what he does-hs motivation
says Mr. wakefield He should make the most of his
advantages and opportunities in his high school program
But ne can't wait until the 18th grade start to work
Colleges and universities constantly striving to upgrade
the overall quality Of their incoming classes and em-
nations always occur at the bottom"
DR. McAlser adds, If high school student is realv
serious about getting college education and has really
applied himself this is his age It's matter of individual
interest and he must be highly motivated can get
what he wants, but it is up to the student himself"