Admissions

Go to Bradley. You will not regret it. Make sure that you study hard, yet, still have fun at the same time. You will fall in love with the campus size and the amount of activities that they have to offer. Be sure to join at least one. Get involved. That's a mistake that many students seem to make; they do not get involved and regret it later on. Volunteer your time. Do some community service. You will feel great afterwards!

Let's see, a few good tips I can think of would be:
1. Don't be afraid to change your major or enroll undecided. Bradley has a spectacular undecided program and your advisers can help get you where you want and need to be.
2.Wait it out. If initially you don't like it give it some time. Change a few things up in order to find the root of the reason why you don't like it. Don't make drastic choices.
3. Take advantage of your teachers willingness to help. If you are struggling do not feel ashamed or embarrassed. Everyone has that one class they just don't get. Ask your teacher for additional help 10/10 times the teacher will be grateful you came to them.

From the moment you arrive at campus, go out and get involved. Join a fraternity or a sorority, clubs, groups, anything that you might find interesting or fun. You can learn so many things that you never thought you'd have the chance to. I myself took a fencing class, something I never pictured myself doing, but it was absolutely worth it. Go out and meet people, Bradley isn't a huge campus, so you'll be seeing the same people a lot, might as well make them your friends. As for classes, study, ask for help, and focus on you goals.

I came to Bradley only knowing one person that would attend the school. I was extremely nervous, living with someone I did not know, new classes, and all new people. The transition was easy. I met people right away that I clicked with because although it is a smaller school, you will see diversity on campus, in race, religion, sex and interests.

Also, if you are having problems with your roommate make sure you talk to your RA. They want you to enjoy your time at college and make you feel comfortable so they will do what they can to help you.

Bradley has a million different fairs in the first week, a part time job fair, activities fair, even a food fair. Go to all of those because they really help you know all of your options at school.

ALWAYS seek help when you need it. This can be done by asking the professor directly, asking your peers, or getting some tudoring. Every professor has office hours where you can just walk into their office and ask questons. Also, you can schedule a meeting time with your professor if needed. Every week you can get 2 free hours of tudoring in any subject. Use that to your advantage. The tudors are other students who previously took the class and excelled.

Bradley is a small campus, so take advantage of the access that you have to all if the buildings and dining halls. Remember your purpose for being in college. It is easy to get distracted if you are more focused on the social aspect of college.

Apply early, don't panic over the price, look into Bradley's and your high school scholarships.
If attending, orientation is a great place to meet your roommate!
When picking a dorm, pick one with air-conditioning, the ones without are nice and they supply you with a window air-conditioner, but the ones with are nicer.

Go to your advisor as much as you can. Don't be afraid, they will help you out with any question you have.

Make sure to tour each campus before you choose. I wasn't planning on going to Bradley when I applied but I went on the tour and I loved it!
Also, don't be discouraged by the price. I applied early and qualifyed for a $16,000 schlorship. Good luck!