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If I could go back and talk to myself as a Senior in high school I would tell myself to have fun. I would tell myself to work harder in school, try the ACT one more time, hang out with all the friends I possibly can, and don't freak out so much over the smaller things. I would let myself know how hard it is to get money for a degree and how I should start filling out scholarship applications and my FAFSA sooner rather than later. One of the more important things I would have to mention though, is that it's okay to be scared. It's okay to fail, and it's never okay to not try just because of the fear of failure. Don't give up. Don't try to please others if you aren't happy. You have to help yourself before you can ever help anyone else. Also, I would have to remind myself that "Nothing gols can stay". Just stay on the right track and you'll make it.

I'm not a traditional student so I would have went to school right after high school and not joined the military.

I would go back to myself as a senior and say don't settle for a school just because it has your initials first of all. Secondly, look all around at schools, give up your fun on the weekends to truly find the right school for you. I would point out that I blew through high school and graduated in top ten percent, but college is a whole different world. Don't get into the party life and don't plan early classes if you aren't a morning person because failing classes is a waste of time and money. Make a schedule that works for you and take classes you want, not classes just because your friends are taking them. Study, study, study, play or party time comes after all your homework is finished, but still get in bed by a decent hour because your body needs energy to be healthy.

I would say study more and party just a little less. Make yourself happy first and deal with others issues later. DO NOT HAVE A INTERNET CORD ACCROSS THE DORM ROOM....YOU WILL BREAK IT!!!!!

I would tell myself to hurry up and make a decision about my major before going into school because now I am going to graduate late due to the fact that it took me a year to decide which career path I wanted to follow.

Honestly i would just tell my younger self to work a little harder and be more active in school. I would let him know that Austin Peay is a good school where he can make good friends; but if he wants to keep his options open for other schools then he would have to do better than i did. There are schools I wanted to go to but they where too expensive , or too far away or just too out of my league (or so i thought). I would just let him know that he has to do his best be his best and try everything he wants to because life is too short to care about whos looking and how you could fail.

to be open-minded even when you think you've got it all figured out. & to not limit yourself to one thing; things change over time: your interests, thoughts, and views towards things and even when you think you're so set, somethings can surprise you and make you change your entire life plan.

Go to as many events as you can and get involved on campus, it will make the experience amazing!

What you get out of life is a direct reflection of what you put into it. Consider a school that you will be comfortable in, fits your professional needs, and will help provide you with the best academic outcome. Do not go to a school just because your friends are all going. Remember that you are at school for an education, not to party. Remember that the effort you put into your high school academics has directly affected the schools you have been accepted to; just as the effort you put into your college academics will directly affect the type of job you will get, which in turn reflects the amount of money you make, the kind of neighborhood you live in, the car you drive, the types of vacations you will take, the extent of which you can support your family, etc. Look to the future. You must make good grades, but you must also ensure that you are involved and active in school sponsored programs. Enroll in internships, even if unpaid. There will likely be many people applying for the same job once you graduate, do everything in your power to set yourself apart and above the rest!

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Its simple. Take a deep breath and trust your gut. God will do the rest.

First, I would encourage students and parents to compare colleges based on the degree program. The program should include a thorough core of requirements that will help build a strong foundation for the particular chosen major. The requirements should also include an internship, which will help establish good work experience on the students resume. Secondly, the location is also critical. One should choose a college that is in the state of the student?s residence. This will help keep college affordable for parents with lower tuition costs. In-state students are also eligible for extra assistance compared to out-of-state students. Thirdly, if a scholarship is a factor in deciding on a college, make sure it is comprehensive and renewable. By having all or most of the expenses paid will lessen the financial burden on parents. Also, be sure all requirements are met to ensure renewability of scholarships. Finally, to make the most of any college experience, I would encourage students to live on-campus and join organizations to be a part of campus life. These are the most important factors that I would advise to students when choosing a college and making the most of the college experience.

finding the right college is very important. You need to look into what you want to do as a career and then make sure that the college has that program so you can major in it. Look at the student to teacher ratio as well. Smaller classes in my experience have the best outcome! The teacher will know you by name and make an effort to help you when you need it.

When looking for an institute of higher learning many times prestige, size, local, sports, and cost are among the greatest deciding factors. This is unfortunate as most students have little idea what it is they want to do with their education, or they change their mind about it in the end anyway; leading to these other things only serving as distractions. Parents should help their children carefully evaluate their own abilities and desires to find the best match-up between the two. This will hopefully elucidate the general character or type of education a person should pursue. Schools that are well-suited for the decided program of study should be aesthetically pleasing to the student, which in turn, will make a for a healthy learning environment. Factors such as race, sports(unless participation is a factor), cost, size, prestige, etc., should be negligable at best. Great college experiences are made by the people who have them, not by the more superficial, commercially satisfying ivy covered walls, giant sports arenas, or outragously overpriced tuition. Finding the right school will inevitably lead to a truly satisfying experience. Take the time to choose based on intrinsic factors, not extrinsic influences and pressures.

Learn more about the college prior to making a decision.

I would definitely say to really take your time in choosing the right college. Make a list of what kind of school you are looking for; what state, what the city is like, how the dorms look, the size of the school, the clubs available, the type of people that goes to the school, sporting events, class size, see if they have your major, the reputation, etc. Those elements and more should help minimize all the options. Also keep in mind that college is what you make of it. The quality and effort you put in is the quality and effort that you get back. It can be great and fun if you make it great and fun. As long as you control yourself and stay focused on the big goal you want to achieve, you should be very successful! Good Luck!

It's your senior year of high school and you're looking for the right college for you. Make sure that you look at more than one school! There are millions of colleges out there and all of them bring something different to the table. First look at the programs offered. Do they have the exact major that you want? Second, look at the location. You don't want to have to drive half an hour just to get to a Wal-Mart do you? Third and finally, look at what extracurricular activities there are. You would get pretty bored if all you did was sit in your dorm room. Once you find the perfect college for you, go out and meet new people. I guaruntee that you won't be friends with half the people you were friends with in high school by your sophomore year of college. Go out, meet new people, try new things, and have fun!

Talk to prior student and see if they are satisfied and find out any problems ahead of time. See if the benefits out weigh the negatives. Every school has its good and bad. The nursing department is set off from the rest of the university. I really wish that our state mandated the student nursing hand book (which they make us sign) because I feel the teacher change it to benefit themselves. That my only real grip.

I would tell parents/students to talk with students already attending the college if possible. That is the best way to know really how the school runs.

Research schools that have your major or a couple majors that you can choose what you want to do. Use college to your advantage find a place where you think you can succeed but also be challenged to do great. College is the time to learn who you really are and meet new people and begin what you possibly might do for the rest of your life.

The more choices available to the student, the better perspective the kid will have on what he/she wants in a college. Definately visit the colleges in mind. Figure out your likes and dislikes. Research the school as well as your intended major. Keep whether, distance, and money in mind!

Right down what you are looking for and do not settle for less than 75{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} on the list.

Find a school that has faculty and staff that will know you by name. Find a school that is not so expensive that your Financial Aid will not cover it. Find a school that provides great social activities apart from Greek Life to provide a balanced social scene.

Finding the right school is key for students to enjoy their college experience. The right college is the perfect size (for what the student wants), is full of helpful and exciting students and faculty, and offers a diverse array of degrees and campus avtivities. Always visit more than one college to truly understand what the student likes or dislikes about different schools and campuses. If you get a chance, talk to professors that teach your major to get a feel of what taking classes there would be like. Security is also very important when choosing a university. When visiting different campuses, look to see how many "Emergency buttons/poles" the campus has. You can also talk to students you see and ask them how safe they feel walking around campus. The last thing you should consider when choosing a college is the location. Is the town around it nice? Choose a school located in a city where there are fun and safe things to do. If you end up in a boring town, students might be partaking in "not so safe" activities to entertain themselves. College is a very exciting time in your life. Make the most of it!

Choose what you want

Look for a college that justifies who you are and what you want to become. Look for a college that shines light upon your major with programs and different groups activities because while you are studying you are going to need that extra kick. Make sure the college you choose is the college you are so excited about that you have that funny feeling inside about leaving your parents for the first time and actually being on your own. but just make sure it is just right for you and not your parents it is your choice so make it.

Find somewhere you feel comfortable and thats gonna push you. Then listen to your heart and then go with what you hear.

Finding the right college isn't about going where your friends go. It's about where you go. All you have to remember is that your degree will mean the same thing whether you come from a small college or a large university. You still have the same services available to you no matter where you go. Looking at the rankings for sports will not determine if you will have a fun social life or make lots of friends at your college. As long as you are grounded and know who you are as a person, where you go will not make a difference in your life. Education has the same meaning everywhere, its just a matter of what you put into your studies and life as a whole.

Just make sure if your child is wanting to go to college, just sit them down and give them the facts of each school! Finding the right school is all about facts and experiences too!

Really look into the program design of the school that you are looking at attending. Figure out exactly what degree and major you have an interest in and check the degree stipulations, tuition prices, and time that is going to have to be sacrificed to complete the program you are wanting. Look for aspects such as class size, professor ratings, and graduation percentages to see if the school is scholastically sound. Once on campus join groups, have fun and study hard to complete classes with exceptional grades. Do not slack off of your books and keep a good organization pattern in your everyday life. Once everything is kept straight you can plan events and outings so that they will not interfere with important factors such as study time and class.

Make sure to pick a school that has a promising program of study that you're interested in and one that will also meet your criteria for a social life. College is a big deal and my best advice is to not settle for less. Go big, or stay home!

I would tell them to find a place where they feel at home. The best environment is a school that isn't to small or to big...that has a lot of oppurtunities to get involved and make friends.

My advice would be to take time to find out what you really enjoy doing. Dont be afraid of trial and error. I encourage you to do and learn new things, even if it takes you out of your comfort zone. The more experience you have i believe stability comes and with stability comes confidence. Which will allow you to become focused on what it is you want to do exactly, put your mind to it and give it your best possible effort.

Students should apply themselves and complete programs within reasonable time to minimize drawn-out costs.

Don't go to a college because your parents, someone in your family, or your friends went to that school. Go to a school that offers a strong program in the field that you want major in. Make sure you are comfortable with class size, the surrounding environment, and the annual weather climate. All of these aspects make a big difference your success rate. While in college, get involved. College is supposed to be the best years of your life. However, if you just sit around and do nothing but study, yes you will probably come out with good grades, but you will have nothing else to show for your years in college. If you want to go greek, find the one that best matches you: your needs and wants, beliefs, morals, and religion aspect. But there are other ways to get involved than just Greek life. Also, be good to yourself. Keep yourself fed, and well-rested. It is virtually impossible to really enjoy college if you are sick from malnutrition or lack of sleep.

It's important that you find a college or university that fits the student. It's helpful the first year to live on campus where you are completely imersed in your education. Get involved in one thing at a time. Do not overdo it. It is easy to feel the need to socialize but remember, what you do with these years at college, effects the rest of your life. You have the rest of your life to party if you want...it is only four years, seriously.

The advice I would give to students is to pick out a college that best suit your needs and a college that is affordable. Parents should let their child decide what school he or she wants to go to and support them in any situation he or she goes through.