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When you go to college the transition is a huge change, but it isn't one to be afraid of. When at college your on your own, you make your own decisions and how well you succeed is up to you. How much you succeed depends on the effort your put forth into the experience and how involved you become. At the beginning it is a real change because you have to set your own limitations and decide when you are going to do things. You have no one there who is going to remind you of things you have to do it is now your own responsibility. You are now really on your way to becoming an adult. While your parents will always be there to help you whenever you may need, you are still your own boss. Now don't be intimidated it is just an adjustment. Your professors are always there to help you so do not think everything is on your shoulders because if you make the effort then you will succeed. College is a great experience so becoming involved and meeting new people really makes for a better and more enjoyable experience. Enjoy the experience!

I would tell myself not to be afraid to focus on my studies, that only good things will happen if I dedicate myself to doing as well as possible in each of my classes, as that is the real goal of being an undergraduate. I would say that life will fall into place if I do not worry about it, especially if I am not stressing over school work. And I would give myself reliable ways to manage my time, so that it might be easier for me to dedicate myself to my studies while still having time to participate in university events as well as other social events.

Try to visit as many colleges as you can. If you can't visit the college, talk to a few students online who are currently attending your school of interest. Sometimes even this is not enough to fully evaluate how you will fit in at your school in terms of academics and social life. If after the first semester you do not feel that you are being challenged by your classes or feel that the social life at your college is not a good fit, talk to your friends and family and see if you should transfer to a new college. Transferring is a big move, but if you are unhappy and things do not look like they will improve, transferring is worth the effort.

If I had the chance to go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior, I would probably have not much to say. The big thing I would recomend to myself is to take more college courses during my senior year. Then it would be easier for me now to graduate early. Other than that, I'm very happy with my choice. I wouldn't have changed anything, not my major, not the schools I applied to, not the school I was accepted into. I know for a fact that I made the correct decision at the time. I wouldn't have done it any other way. My advice to myself would have been, "Keep going, you're on the right path, and don't give up!"

Attending college is a scary experience, yet exciting. Make friends with not only your roommate but with your entire floor. When your professors says to come to them when you feel behind, do it! Also, when they say study far in advance for exams they mean it; this does not mean a couple days in advance but weeks. Form study groups and teach each other what you are studying, this is a fun time and really helps you retain the information. The last thing is have fun! Go to every event on campus. You meet a lot of people and most of the time the events are free and give away free things.

Going back to my high school year, I would tell myself to make the most of my college experience. Get highly involved in alll the clubs and groups which interest me. I would also give the advice to make the most of all the opportunities my college has to offer, such as the career center, the academic resource center, and all the advisors who are more than willing to help. Making connections is also a really good way to get ahead of the crowd. Proffessors know a lot of people in the field and want to see their students succeed. I wouldn't change my decision to go to Bellarmine University because it has given me all the opportunities I need and it has helped my excel in my studies and my career path. Each person needs a unique college to satisfy their own needs. A person should choose a college by their own standards and not their parents or their friends.

Thanks to Bellarmine's helpful staff and teachers, my transition to college has been almost perfect. Just knowing that there is always someone to help with anything you need can make the transition much easier. The only thing I would tell myself is to apply for more scholarships. I dread opening my bill from campus. Knowing that there was much more that I could have done to make college more afforable angers me to this day. I would want to tell myself to apply, apply, apply for as much as I could. I want to make the most out of my college experience, but having two jobs, an 18 hour a week school schedule, and driving an hour and a half everyday can be stressful. If I would have done something earlier, I would possibly only have one job, and live on campus so the driving time would not be an issue. I would just tell myself to apply for as much as I could until my fingers fell off.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about college life, I would let myself know that it's alright to be the student that doesn't go out every night. I should apply myself in everything I attempt, and study a week before rather than a night before the test. Never pull all nighters because the rest of the day when the finals are is miserable! You don't have to be cool and party all the time, sometimes people want to know the real you and will like you for that as well. Studying is a must, you can't just float by like you did in high school, it takes effort to pass classes. Be patient and understanding when it comes to all aspects of college and you will go far in life and be a success in the long run.

College is more than just a social life. It's an important transisiton to adulthood--- toward being a responsible productive citizen. You might think it will be good to be away from home but it actually requires more self-discipline and more preparedness. This level of education cannot be taken half-heartedly. It's costly. Both financially and personnally you have to be more responsible. All the decisions you make have consequences ---good or bad. This is the time you start to learn to take responsibility for your decisions and you own them. Your path in life is truly what you make it. Mom supported you through high school--- now what she has taught you really has to be your guide. She hasn't completely left you though. When you need her--- she will be there--- even though you want to move into more self-reliance. Weeks can go by with out talking to your family---it's OK-- they will always be there for you. Enjoy it, learn, and live. Begin your journey with forethought........ and it will take you far.

I would tell myself that I would have to accept that making straight A's isn't as easy as it would be in high school. You can't just study the night before a test and expect to know everything. Also you need to know how to balance your time so that you have time to study, work , and socialize. You shouldn't give up on anything. Even if you fail a test, you should be determined to do better on the next one. It is best to get involved, do an extra-curricular activity or volunteer with an organization. Don't be afraid to ask for help. The professors are there to help you even though sometimes you think they are just there to torture you with the homework they give. Most of all strive to be the best you can. Make the most out of your college career. Work hard and in the end it will pay off, even if you get so frustrated, just think of the outcome of how successful you will be once you graduate from college. After all the reason your in college is to better educate yourself for the best job.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I have a few items I would want to discuss. I would first like to reassure myself that I can succeed in college and I am smart enough to make it through my classes and pick up information to help me move onto my goal of becoming a nurse. I would tell myself to get excited for college because it is going to open my mind up to new ideas, cultures, and information that I have never known before. It will allow me to become my own person and allow me to grow in ways that only an education at Bellarmine could allow. Bellarmine will teach me how to think in a complex way that allows me to decide for myself what life truly is about. Last, I would talk to myself about being a student athlete. I would warn myself that it is very difficult, but the journey will only make me stronger. It will not only allow me to meet fantastic people that will be my closest friends, but it will also teach me to manage my time and be more responsible.

Something is always sacrificed for lessons learned. I took for granted a lot of things during my high school career. I didn't try as hard as I could on tests, because I knew I would pass them with a decent grade. I wish I had studied harder so that instead of just getting a good grade, I could have gotten the best grade possible for myself. If I did that, I would be able to get better grades during college because I would push myself to achieve the highest goal. I also regret not applying for as many scholarships as I could have. Although I got some financial aid, I could have had a full ride if I had only taken the time to fill out a few sheets of paper. Instead, I had to take out student loans, and I will now have to pay those back after I graduate. Now I know what I have to do to succeed in the future, and I hope I can inform other students so that they might make better decisions than I did.

Pick a school where you will be academically challenged and grow strong in that area. You also want to go somewhere that will have students with the same morals and ethics as yourself. Making friends and learning is what college is all about.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself to enjoy every second of high school. College adds so much more pressure than there was in high school. I had senior syndrome where I didn?t really want to do anything in high school. High school was really an experience you should enjoy and be active in the high school events. I would tell myself to go the random and different events that most people wouldn't go to and experience something different in my high school experience. I would also tell myself to start learning study habits. There is so much more information given in class than at the high school level. In my first year, I wasn?t ready for all that work in my classes. It provided me with the struggle of trying to balance all my class work.

Although money is important, you need to find a college that fits you. If you are not happy, you will not get the experience that you deserve, and/or want. You need to find a school where you feel at home and are comfortable in a variety of situations. After choosing your school, the first thing a person needs to do is find out when their college or university's information fair is. A first time freshman will be drilled with the words "get involved" from the first moment they walk into orientation, but it truly is important. In a short: Find your school, find your home, find your niche. If an incoming freshman follows those three things, they will definitely make the most of their college experience.

When looking for a college, do more than a campus visit. See if the college offers an overnight stay in one of the dorms. If you can spend a night in the dorms, you can really experience the residential life at the college and shadow in classes the next day to see just how perfectly this college will fit your needs. During the college experience, get involved. It's a great way to meet kids not in your classes. Keep and open mind and try new things, especially if you're shy. Study hard but have fun too. Friends you meet in college will be with you for the rest of your life.

I think that finding the right college is very important to the experience and that all aspects of the college should be looked at, including cost, classes, majors, dorm life, etc. They also should go and visit the school to get an idea of whether it's a good fit. And most importantly, they need to keep in mind that there is not a "perfect" college. They need to go into it with there eyes wide open and be prepared to take whatever the college or life in general throws at them. And sometimes it's okay to switch schools, but at the same time, try to stay at the same school and tough it out if at all possible, because it will more than likely turn out okay in the end.

My biggest advice when choosing the right college would be talk to people. You will not truly know the nature of the campus until you have visited and/or talked to people who attend. Not only is it a great idea to talk to people on campus but also people in the community who know the impact the college has on the surroundings. It is also very impotant to talk to teachers and faculty. They will be able to accurately tell you the important things about the college such as how hard are classes and how involved is faculty. Lastly, and very importantly, talk to people in the college's financial aid office. There should be advisors that can give you a good estimate of the true cost and how you can get the money you need. College is expensive but it is one of the most important investments you will make. In conclusion, talk to people to get the real facts about colleges you are looking at. The best knowledge is from those who know how the college functions.

Finding the right college is all about choosing what's best for you. Don't focus on what your peers are doing--look for a school that gives you everything you need. Decide what you want for yourself and look for schools that fit your qualifications. Consider all aspects of the schools as well. Don't focus solely on academics or social life. Take all of the different pieces into consideration. Make sure you schedule a visit in order to get a feel of what the campus is really like. Audit a class and take a tour. If it's an option, stay overnight in a residence hall. It's also important to be open-minded. Explore all of your options. If you get a letter from a school, make sure you consider it, even if it's not your first choice--you may be surprised! Once you get to college, GET INVOLVED! Find groups or activities that interest you and join. It's a great way to meet new people and have amazing experiences. Take advantage of any opportunities available--you never know where they might take you. Take risks. Have fun. And remember--nothing ventured, nothing gained!

My advice would be to pick a college that really stands out to you (the student). One that really fits your personality and what you want your college experience to be like. Have a few choices and visit each one of them. I really couldn't decide until I went on my campus visits, and then the choice was obvious. Research each one of your choices and decide what's best for you. Make the decision yourself; you know yourself better than anyone else, and you know what you like. Take your time and make the decision that's right for you.

Be sure you really like the school and it's campus; make sure it "fits" what you want. One of the important things for me when I was deciding where to go was the size of the school. I wanted my classes to be smaller, so that I didn't get "lost in the crowd." Make sure that the campus and the area around it is somewhere that you would be comfortable spending a lot of your time. If you like the city, find a school close to or in a city. If you prefer more space, go to a rural college. Simply, just know what you want in a college and don't settle until you find one you like.

When it comes to finding the right college, you have to find one that offers the major you are looking for and then go with what feels right. Some people just know that school is for them, others just get stuck with it. But you should find a school that works for you. Don't even necessarily look at the costs, because if it is right for you and you want to go there, then you will find a way to get the money. Once at school, be yourself 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}, go in with an open mind, grow, and get involved!!

In order to find the right college I think one has to have an idea of what he/she wants to do. If not then find a college that has courses in different subjects so one can experience different things. It also depends on the student's tastes in whether he wants to attend a big university or a smaller one. Pick a college that has a good courses, good student and teacher ratio and to participate in extra curricular activites are important. No matter what, always have fun, but do the best one can! Remember the name of the school is not the most important because it's the courses that matter most. Try new things, challenge yourself, meet new people, make new friends and life should be full of busy excitement. No one said college was ever easy so there will be hard times, but in the end it will be all worth it to graduate and hold that diploma in your hand!

For students I would give the advice to pick a school that will fit YOU, don't try to make other people happy or stay home to go to a school to be with a boyfriend/girlfriend or to make your parents happy. Go where you want to go because you will be more likely to succeed if your happy. For parents I would give the adivce to be open and accepting of your childs wishes with where they want to go, it's hard but you have to keep their best interst in mind. In the end what matters is that you get a college education and a degree and parents and students alike should be proud.

I advise parents and students to choose a school that emphasizes critical thinking in the classroom and applies coursework to current events in the U.S.A. and the world. It is so important that a college prepare students for life, not just a diploma and a good career. A college whose professors are accessible, engaged in student learning, and build strong relationships with student is of far greater value than colleges who have professors that are not. The learning that happens when a professor is concerned about the learning of each individual student is much deeper and far more valuable. When making college visits, ask how many office hours teachers are required to have per week. Also ask if critical thinking is stressed in every course, since this is something that is valued very highly by employers after college. Remember, the college you choose should offer you opportunities for success inside and outside the classroom and professors, staff, and fellow students to help you achieve your goals.

Students must pick a college where they feel comfortable. Visit a college campus before deciding to attend a specific school. Scope out the residence halls if you plan on living on campus, and ask questions of current students to see how they really feel about the school. Decide what you want in a school, and then look for schools that fit that criteria; however, do not strike down a school just because it is missing one or two things that you are looking for. Sometimes you may be surprised by what you will find. Dive in to the opportunities available to you head-first. Join clubs that you are interested in and take advantage of internship opportunities and presentations by guest speakers. I became involved as a staff writer on our campus newspaper freshmen year, and I was named editor my sophomore year. I have been able to attend lectures by internationally-known scholars, and I won an essay contest that allowed me to travel to New York City for a day to attend the Women's Courage in Journalism Awards. The opportunities available on college campuses are endless.

Take time to research your college. How strong are the programs you are looking for? What's the school to job ratio and how well are the graduates being paid? Don't settle for a school because it's what you can afford, remember that if you're going to a college that will get you a good job, there is financial aid and good loans that can be used to help pay for or defer the cost of school. I know I didn't let it stop me, and it has made all the difference (thanks Longfellow). Don't look at a school for a social life. Remember that it is your money you are wasting if you goof off in school, and that's just not worth it.

Since I just graduated in May 2008 and I am now pursuing my MBA at the same school, I have spent a lot of time at Bellarmine. My biggest suggestion for parents would be to visit several campuses so that you can get a comparison of the schools. Let the student make the decision of where they want to go. Wherever they feel comfortable or feel like home when they step on campus is going to play an important role into how they will do. You may need to give them some guidance as to the degree that they are wanting to receive and where it will take them in the future, but they will only compete this dream if they are happy about where they are. I, myself would have never survived on a large campus. I would have got lost in the crowd and just become another number to them. At Bellarmine, I felt like I got the attention and guidance that I need to succeed. It all depends on the student. They must be happy to succeed!

Apply to a variety of colleges. Select a college that best suits the student, not just because the parent went there but because they want to attend that college. Be open-minded with college expeiences but know your limits. Consider what is in your budget.

Go with your gut feeling! Bellarmine was my first choice even though it's ridiculously expensive. I got scholarships and grants and still have to pay out of my own pocket, but I wouldn't change schools for anything. If you feel better in small classrooms go with that, don't go against your better judgement. Deep down you know what you need to make you do well because you know yourself and how you learn better than anyone. Go on college tours to find out if they offer courses you are interested in. See what the campus looks like. Find out prices on tuition, parking passes, meal plans, and dorms. Find out if they have a way for new freshmen to meet eacher other such as Bellarmine did. They plan a camping trip every year for incoming Freshmen to meet and make friends so they feel more at ease on campus. Most of all figure out if you want to stay close to home or move away for college for a fresh start.

When I first set out to find a college, I looked for a number of things but most importantly, I looked for somewhere I wouldn't be miserable for the foreseeable future. When I visited each campus that I was considering, I talked to the students and wandered around campus, but what impacted my decision most was wondering around the towns and cities each college was located in. Getting to know the area I would be immersed in is what ultimately made me choose. I found an eclectic city with small town charm, and I've loved every minute of it.

Don't choose a college because your friends go there or it has a prestegous name. You should pick your college based on the class size that is most comfortable for you, the community surrounding the school, and the focus of the majors available. At any school you will find your group of friends and it will probably be the same type of people you will seek out anywhere, the big difference is the community that you are surround yourself with. Don't try to conform and don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone a little bit and venture a little farther from home then you originally planned. College is an experience i feel everyone should have but it is expensive and if you have to worry about how you are going to pay for the next semester for 4 years than maybe you should consider finances before putting yourself through that type of continuous stress. Its a fun time and hopefully everyone can take it for what it is, just another experience in life that needs to be learned from. After all life is just a series of experiences.

I think that the campus has to be not only beautiful and inviting but also feel like home. It is also important to have a very inviting campus that readily makes you feel wlcomed. Schooling is probably the most important though. If faculty is not going to help you then chances are you will struggle. Bellarmine fit all of these categories and would fulfill yours as well.

As far as finding the right college, I recommend visiting multiple colleges and getting a campus tour. I would personally recommend an individual campus tour as opposed to a group tour. After visiting, i would recommend sitting down and running through the pros and cons of attending the visited college, considering questions like: Do they have my major? Does the college have financial aid and if so how much? How are the classes set up, and, if possible, would I be able to view one for a day or so? Diversity, degrees offered, and study abroad are things that one should ask about as well. Finally, one should sit down and compare the colleges that appeal the most to one's liking. That which appeals the most to one's likes will most likely be the college one should attend.

Make sure that you spend time at the school and try to get to know the faculty prior to attending the college/university. Learn the pov's on everything from students with learning disabilities, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, politics, socio-economic status, financial aid. Find out what the dorms are like from students, not the people giving you the tours (they might not tell the truth, they are getting paid to take you around.) Make sure that you are comfortable there and that you don't feel out of place. Sometimes, even the place that you've been to and have decided upon ends up not being right for you after you're there for a while, so be up to changing if you don't feel it's right. Don't just stick it out because they gave you the most money, or because they are closest/farthest from home. Find what is best for you.

Look at what you really want. Size, location, academic focus, how they can help you with what you want to do. Study hard, and reward yourself with maybe a party or something with your friends on the weekend. Sign a contract with your parents saying you won't go out on the week nights so you can focus on your homework.

Choose a college that is a size comfortable for you. Stay focused in your studies but do not close yourself from having an active social life. Always ask for help if you need it and complete homework whether it is optional or not. College is the best four years of your life so take it seriously, it is your future; however, have fun and experience all you can.

Be sure that you pick a school that your child isn't going to feel stuck at if they change their major. Pick a school with lots of good options, a faculty who is willing to work with students, etc. Also, be sure you read the fine print and plan carefully for finances. I went into this thinking I was getting a good deal with almost 60{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of my tuition taken care of in scholarships, but the terms for keeping them can be tough, and even with more than half my tuition taken care of, I'm still going to be almost $40,000 in debt when I graduate. If I had known that, I wouldn't have picked Bellarmine, particularly since I 'm not even that interested in my field of study anymore. I went in because of their excellent education program, and I no longer want to be a teacher. However, I would be throwing away financial aid if I left now. Just pay attention to what you're getting into before you sign anything.

I think evaluating the kind of setting you or your child learn best in is very important in deciding what school to attend. If you learn better working with lots of people, a larger school might be the best choice, while some may learn better in smaller classrooms. Smaller schools are ideal, I think, because it makes it easier to get invloved on campus as well as makes it easier to get to know people.

When looking for the right college, make sure you have more than one long term goal in mind. Look for schools that have many options if you are uncertain of what your major will be, and if you have a strong focus, look for a strong school for that field. Also be sure to talk to students that are currently going to the school, this does NOT include the campus tour guide. Explore the campus on your own, talking to students sitting in the grass or in libraries. If the vibe of the campus is good, then the learning experience will be that much better. It's also a very good idea to talk to teachers, and maybe even ask them how many of their students? names they can remember. Size is certainly a personal preference, but smaller schools can often provide more feedback and allow your to grow faster and easier in life and in your accomplishments.

Deciding where I was going to attend college was the the toughest decision I made in high school. I would not have been capable of making that decision without the research I did on the ones I chose to apply to. As the cliche goes, knowlege is power and one must have it if they are going to make the most educated decision. Know your college inside and out before you make any final decisions. It'll be extremely beneficial in the long run. Getting the most of one's college experience is all about the choices we make. A college education is not something that is handed over; one must work for it. Explore every extra-cirruclar or club or activity that your college has to offer. Go beyond what you did in high school and discover a new hobby or hidden talent. Meet as many people possible outside your normal social group and immerse yourself in a new culture. Attempt to discover a part of yourself you didn't know exist. Live in the moment, but plan for the future and always be grateful fot this time in your life.

Dear Parents and Students, If you are looking to find the right school there are a list of steps that you need to check. The list is as follows: 1.) Are you looking for a big or small class size/university? 2.) What is the student's # 1 priority? (i.e. academics, sorority, fraternity, sports, musical, art, etc.) 3.) Do you want hands on teachers? 4.) What type of living arrangements? 5.) How do you plan on affording tution and fees? After looking at these questions the student needs to determine what is best for their future. As a transfer student myself I attended Bellarmine University and the University of Kentucky. These are both great schools, but if I had the choice I would be attending Bellarmine because of the small class sizes; however, for financial reasons I'm attending UK. The most important decision in choosing a college is if you will be happy and if you will be learning. When you balance these two, you have found the school for you. As for recommendations on choosing between schools look on there website, tour the school and talk to several of the students. Your fellow classmate, Stephanie

Far enough from home to learn to live independantly, but close enough to come home when the need is present is the main ingredient for choosing the right college. "Location, location, location!' is the universal ingredient for success in any venture! It's very hard to stay focused on academics the first year of college, so to concentrate on passing rather than getting on the dean's list is crucial for the first year student. Set goals, but not unreasonable ones to start with and then better your goals after initially meeting them. Expect pitfalls in your financial planning because they always happen whether small or large. And some really good advice is to make a lot of friends versus a few because interests change quickly after starting school and you don't want to be left "out in the cold"!

Get involved, live on campus, dont go where all your friends are going, step out of your shell, express yourself, go to class!, learn as much as you can

Make sure you go on a tour before you even consider enrolling into a school. You must also do as much research as possible into their majors, class size, location, etc. If you are travelling out of state, be sure that you can afford the many expenses that college demands. Parents should speak to their children about peer pressure, dangers of drinking, drugs and unprotected sex. Students should also come with an open-mind and be willing to make friends of all cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Be willing to embrace yourself, while defining your personality and discovering your true purpose.

Don't worry about the pricetag of the schools, worry about what you will get out of it. I never thought I would go to a private university, but when I did a tour at my school, I just felt at home. My choice to go to Bellarmine University is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only have I made lasting relationships with both students and faculty, Bellarmine was the right place for me to find out who I was and helped me to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. Once I found my major, Bellarmine openned doors for me by making what I wanted out of school a reality. I haven't even graduated yet, and I already have my dream-job lined up. I couldn't ask for anything more! My recommendation is for students is to find a place that is like home by doing a tour. I would also recommend finding out how many students get set up with jobs upon graduation. Ultimately, this combination can make your dreams a reality too!

Students should look at the campus and the surrounding area, if that person is extremelty sociable, living in the middle of a city will probably turn out to be too distracting. Consider their choice of major, if it's a fairly popular major attending a small school with limited class space could result in not getting into the class and coming up short on needed hours. Be organized, binders (hole punch for the binder), flash cards, highlighters, etc. Experiment with different studying techniques, don't stick with one that doesn't work simply because your used to it.

To the student: don't go to a school where you are expected to go, and school you don't want to go to or to a school just because it is said to be a good school. Also, don't go to a school just because your friends are there. And though i know it is, money should not be a problem. Your education is too important to stress over money. To the parent: Support your child in their choice, even if it is not the one you would have them make. Understand that a school that feels right is a school that feels right. Generally, it is the school for your child.

The college should not just offer a variety of academic resources and amazing programs for students. It should also provide you with a sense of home with its beautifully campus and parks, seasoned professors and tolerant students. It is great if the college offers programs like the lecture series, which gives you the possibility to meet experienced people and gain knowledge from their speeches.