In my first year of undergrad, I was fortunate enough for my mom to pay the full tuition. In the years to follow however, I was on my own. Since it may not be the case for everyone to have parental/family support, it is highly suggested that as soon as possible that your FAFSA is completed. This best ensures eligibility for governmental funds to be available to you. The worst thing to know is that you were eligible for a Pell Grant and Map Award, however because you applied late that MAP funding has been exhausted and you must...

I don't know if I could say what were the most popular extracurricular activities, because if it doesn't fit you then it's not worth participating in merely because it's popular. As far as myself I participated in/served as a member of: W.A.V.E, Certified Peer Educator, GBCC Dance Troupe (member, Secretary, music editor), UUB, BSA. Westerns All Volunteer Effort (W.A.V.E) allow me to fulfill my volunteer spirit throughout Macomb, IL. It was a great opportunity because, the needs in which I was able to serve provided assistance to different organizations and people in need...

While I did not take this class at Western Illinois University (WIU), rather at Chicago State University (CSU); I thoroughly enjoyed Anatomy and Physiology I & II. In my own 'nerdiness', these classes fulfilled my curiosity of the human bodies structure as well as function. My love and amazement for this went beyond just these classes...

I would most definitely recommend volunteerism, internships or part-time jobs related to your intended career path. This will help you out in terms of obtaining scholarships, a job after college and admittance into postbaccalaureate (graduate etc.) Programs. While it would be tempting to take a full on mental break, catch...

I chose to attend Western Illinois University for my undergraduate education or a variety of reasons. One of those was its location. As a native of Chicago,...