Preparation is Key!

As a high school senior, there are many steps and actions that should be taken to prepare for college. Areas to work on while still you're still in high school include academics, finances, and social life. Having good balance between the these will make your transition into college and adulthood a lot smoother.
Some would say the most important aspect of college is academics; getting a nice, solid education. While in high school you can prepare by forming good study habits. Working hard to increase your GPA to its maximum or getting the highest possible ACT scores are things that will translate into college necessities. Others believe that college is a place to network and be socially active with other. Both are extremely important and force you to work on time management skills, which will carry over into everyday life. Another import aspect of college is making financially sound decisions. Just by creating a weekly budget and schedule, you are setting yourself up for success in the future.

Becoming a Jag!

Most students have a list of colleges they wish to attend before entering their senior year of high school, and like most student so did I. After narrowing down my list to two prospective schools I thought my final decision was near. A couple of weeks later a friend informed me of the University of South Alabama and expressed how much they loved it and wished to attend. Shortly after, I schedule a campus tour with my parents. The moment we entered campus on Stadium Drive from Old Shell we all instantly loved it. Immediately after returning home from the visit, I completed my online application and had my guidance counselor send my transcript. A couple of weeks later I received my acceptance letter along with scholarship offers in the mail. After sharing the news with my family, everyone proceeded to purchase me "Jag Swag". After applying and coming for the campus tour, my family knew my college decision was finalized and that's why you too should apply and come visit our campus.

My name is ....

Hi, my name is Jadontae Gray and I'm from Montgomery, Alabama. I'm a junior at the University of South Alabama majoring in Mechanical Engineering. I'm a HUGE sports fan, and these are some things you should know!

South Alabama competes at the NCAA Division I level, member of the SunBelt Conference, and is composed of eight men sports and nine women sports. South Alabama has on campus venues for the men's and women's basketball,  baseball, softball, volleyball, and women's soccer! Also an on campus football stadium is in the making! For all home games students have free admission, so come out and support our Jags!!

Why is college for you?

Before deciding on what college you wish to attend, you must first determine if attending college is the right decision for you. After graduating high school, the goal is to become independent. Statistics show that males from the age range 20-24 that hold a bachelor's degree or higher have a 90 percent employment rate. Females have a 83 percent employment rate when having the same education. This data from the National Center for Education Statistics prove that your chances for employment and independence are favored greatly with a higher education. College is also a great place to network and meet new people. Universities are melting pots of different cultures and ideas, allowing student to explore their different interest and beliefs. College also brings you hands on experiences with the real world and better prepares you for the future.