Making the Most of the College Years UNT understands that parents and family members are often the most influential advisors and mentors our students have during their years on campus. The college transition is full of opportunities for you to initiate important conversations with your student regarding their college experience. These tips are written from the student perspective, but they are great conversation starters for your family’s UNT journey.
point average of 3.0 or above also helps assure that graduate school will remain an option for you. A 3.0 will also help you get interviews with the prospective employers with whom you are most interested.
Get good grades.
Participate in extracurricular activities. Try for positions of leadership. Employers want people who demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others and get something done.
Keep up your grade point average (GPA) to keep your options open with regard to getting into the school of your choice within the university. The GPA required to stay in the university may not be as high as the GPA required for your major. Some schools require only a 2.0, but most want a 2.5 or higher. A grade
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Get involved.
Know yourself. How do your interests, abilities and values affect your career choice?
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