Citadel Military College of South Carolina Top Questions

I would tell myself to learn to grow up over the summer, Start getting up at a resonable hour and be productive. Its a fact of life that we all will grow up at some point. You might as well start early and get used to the fact that no one will take care of me. The biggest transition from highschool to college is that you need to start taking care of yourself. You get alittle bit more freedom in college, but you also have more responsibilities.

Enlist in the Army right out of high school. I would be further along in my military career, and I would have had the financial aid I needed to finish school on time.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I could say many things. First and foremost I would say, "You need to apply to colleges early and not wait until the last minute. You are not rich and trust me the less loans the merrier" because no one wants to be engulfed in debt. Secondly, I would say: "Laziness will lead to your own destruction if let it" do not sleep in, do not take classes before 10am, and do not procrastinate. Lastly, I would let myself know that college is a one of a kind experience. I'll be an adult and my future will be right at my finger tips.

From past accounts of the terrifying college experience, GCC proved to all that it is a place of acceptance and not fear. The faculty and students are friendly and are eager to learn. The alumni are focused on the education and vary from age. One professor, Dr. Connley, has made an amazing impact on my life and I think of the interesting concepts she taught me. Overall, GCC has and will always be an open, welcoming and diverse college that will never shut out any. For as long as I can remember, I always dreamed of helping others in the medical field, and becoming a doctor has been my dream. She is a single mother who works hard to make sure my sister and I have everything we need. The only thing I can do for now is concentrate on my education so that one day, after I graduate, I can repay her for everything she has given me. I am glad to say that I have received straight A's my first semester in college, those grades are for my mother. If I do receive any help from you, just let me say one thing, thank you.

The Citadel has showed me how to become more responsible and how to use my time wisely. Even though it is a military school it transforms ordinary people into responsible, depenable, honest leaders in society.

For the last four years of my life, I have devoted my time to an establishment that has presented me with several challenges. Everyday I would wake up with the realization that I was thirteen hours away from home, in the Southern part of the United States, and that brief moment before I got out of bed would probably be the best part of my day. I am a female from Fremont, Ohio, and I attend The Citadel. As I began my studies and militaristic lifestyle so too did my hardships. I questioned my desire to put myself through the tasks assigned and remain at the school for the next four years. One morning, I slumped down the stairs in transition between classes. I was in a particularly depressed mood because of the events that had just unfolded. A poster caught my eye: it was a picture of Muhammad Ali and a quote below him stating, “Impossible is Nothing.” I uttered under my breath that he was right to think that and quickly scurried on to my next class. I remember thinking that everything was going to be fine. It struck me there that nothing was impossible.

Ive gotten a idea of what is to be taken advantage of in life and taken everything little thing into account.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself while I was preparing for college the first thing I would tell myself would to be to make sure that I did all the necessary research on the Schools that I was looking into. If I wasn?t able to go to the campus I should be picking apart everything I could find on the college. Also, I would tell myself that even though I was looking at schools based on their ROTC?s I shouldn?t completely dismiss my major. I should pick out a school that had both the exact major I wanted as well as a reputable ROTC, don?t settle. I'd tell myself not to be so eager to run away from my home but if I felt the need that I would discover that everything I thought I was running from is actually the things that I wanted and needed the most. Finally, I would tell myself to relax. I am a good student and curriculum will be no problem for me. Friends might be harder to find, but the ones I do find will be the best in the world.

As a high shool senior, i wouldnt have done anythign much different. I would have tried to make more money to help out my parents. Currently my parents are struggling paying for both me and my brother and are having a real hard time, so if i was able to raise a couple thousand dollars over the year to put into a college fund i know i would have done somethign better.

If I could go back in time I would tell my self only one thing. I would be to not worry about what lies ahead. The reason why I would only say this is because if I knew exactly what happened in college I wouldn't be able to expereince it the same way. I wouldn't go though all the needless stress of know knowing where to go or what to do. I wouldn't be sick to my stomach and not be able to sleep at all the night before. Exspecially going to the Citadel I wouldn't get to experience the whole "Knobby" freshman culture-shock. In addition to that, if I did tell my self what to expect, I would know what to avoid and what to do and what not to do instead of learning it all on my own and learning from my past experinces. So that is why if I could go back in time and talk to my self I would only tell my self not to worry because things will be tough but you will come out in one piece at the end of it.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a senior in highschool, I would tell myself to take school more seriously and focus more on learning how to correctly study for major exams. I also would tell myself that I should place more focus on my physical appearance, because in the long run it would have made my first year here at The Citadel easier and thus less stressful.

I would have told myself that no matter what happens, tomorrow will come and there will be second chances.

IF I COULD GO BACK IN TIME AND TALK TO MY SELF AS A HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR I WOULD GIVE MYSELF A LOT OF ADVICE. I WOULD TELL MYSELF TO BE MORE FOCUSED ON WHAT I WANT OUT OF LIFE. I WOULD PROVIDE MYSELF WITH ALL OF THE RESOURCES THERE ARE OUT THERE. I THINK THAT IF I KNEW HOW IMPORTANT MY GRADES IN HIGH SCHOOL WOULD BE IN MY FUTURE THEN I WOULD HAVE TAKEN IT MORE SERIOUSLY. I WOULD TELL MYSELF TO ALWAYS KEEP MY EYES ON THE PRIZE, BECAUSE THAT GIFT AT THE END IS WELL WORTH IT. I MADE SOME MISTAKES IN HIGH SCHOOL SO I THINK GOING BACK IN TIME WOULD BE A POSITIVE ACTION. GOING BACK I WOULD HAVE BEEN A CHANGED GIRL. MY GRADES WOULD HAVE BEEN SKY HIGH AND I WOULD HAVE TAKEN TIME OUT TO JUST RESEARCH. I WAS SO HAPPY WHEN I FINISHED HIGH SCHOOL BUT IF I KNEW WHAT MY OUTCOMES WOULD BE FROM MY LAZYNESS I WOULD HAVE CERTAINLY CHANGED MY CHOICES. I WOULD TELL MYSELF TO JUST HAVE FUN LEARNING AND TO TAKE EVERYTHING IN. I WOULD TELL SAMONE TO BE A SPONGE INSTEAD OF A ROCK.

If I could travel back in time and talk to myself, I would congratulate myself for doing so well so far. The future that you have planned out IS possible in every way. Take time over the summer to go train with your father who is a Marine so he can help prepare you for the worst to come, so that the nights you get homesick won't last as long because what you are doing is for a good cause. I would tell myself to be my own person and to look out for people that may seem friendly and like they want to help you, not all people are honest like you are. Stick close to your classmate because it will be them that will bring you up when things get dark. Be confident in your studies and in you competitions, you are going to do great things at The Citadel. Don't look back, move forward.

The most important parts of choosing a college are your interests, location, and to always keep your future in mind. I would not advise an artist to go to a military school or a champion athlete to go to a school that does not offer that particular sports team. If you want to study in a certain field, make sure the school has it. If you cannot stand the idea of being more than a few hours away from home then stay close and if you cannot stand the cold then do not go too far north. Most of all do not forget that sometimes it is the reputation of a school that could play a large part of getting you your dream job. Making the most of your college experience is all about balancing and time management. You have to balance you social life and your academics. You cannot stay out all night with your friends and expect to do well on your test the next day when you have not studied. College is the time to learn real life responsibility without your parents and set goals to work your way into a successful adulthood.

First off, try to avoid picking the most prestigious school for your undergraduate work. There's no reason to go to a school that is way too hard which makes it hard to get good grades. Second, pick a school which provides a campus that enables you to academically succeed. My academic success came from not having parties and other distractions on the campus. Even though i went to a military college, there are other schools which have this same feature.

There are many things to consider when deciding upon which college is right for you. I would say that the most important thing to consider when deciding upon which college to attend would be if the college has a strong program in whatever field the student is considering studying. Also, racial and ethnic diversity are important because it is key to be exposed to a wide range of people before entering the work force. On top of that, finding a college with a wide range of extra-curricular activities is important because the more things you do during your college experience, the more things you have to put on a resume. The most important advice I can offer about making the most of your college experience is to be open to new things. Make new friends, don't waste time watching television, and just get out there and experience life. This is your last time before having to be a full blown grown up and getting a real job, so just make the most of it.

Look at all the options colleges offer. Study the courses and student/teacher ratio. Do you want a large campus or smaller one? Do the professors have advanced degrees? Once you're there...take advantage of all the college offers. Study hard, but have fun. You can do both.

Remember that you only have one time to do this so enjoy it while you are still young.

To the parents: never force your child to go where they don't want to. For the students: never be afraid of a challenge. College as I have experienced it is about a lot more than going to class or partying. It's about discovering exactly who and what you are, and preparing yourself for the world that is right outside of campus. Choose the college that you know will prepare you for the life you want to live, because it's your opportunity to start on the path of making a name or life for yourself. Making it this far, to looking at colleges, is an accomplishment, but the real challenge is leaving college with the tools for the world that doesn't wait on you. After your education you're on your own. No one is there to hold your hand or let you cheat off their paper. No coach is your teacher to see you get an A instead of an F. So ask yourself... Do I want to go to accomplish something with my life, or do I want to go to a frat party. Ultimately, the choice is in your hands, and is your responsibility.

Students, Make sure, first of all, that college is right for you. It would be a shame to spend all that money and flunk out of school. Go into it with a possitive attitude. You have to want it!! College will open doors for you that will come up closed for others. Pick a college that best fits your personality. For example, if you enjoy music, choose a fine arts college. If you like sports, choose a college that is competative in that sport. College is meant to be fun, but it's not going to be if it's a place that doesn't best fit you. Have fun but remember to work hard. You can do it...believe in yourself!!!

Finding a college with the best program that pertains to your desired field is obviously a consideration when selecting a college. Think about what you want to do after graduation, find a school with a department that pertains to your field, and try to contact the department head with any questions or concerns you have about the major or the school. Always go on a guided tour of campus. Make shure that the campus is everything you want it to be. Look over all parts of the campus ( Library, cafeteria, fitness center, etc.) to ensure that the school will be able to suite your needs. Take into consideration the distance between home and campus. Some students feel that they need to get as far away from home as possible, while othere prefer to stay near. While important, this should not be the deciding factor when choosing a college. Lastly, always check the national rankings of your school in partying, acedemics, and sports, this will allow you to get a feel for what the school is all about. Following these steps will definately help you select the right college for you or your children.

Take your time and find somewhere that you will fit in. Also visit a campus before making your final decision.

Ultimately, as a highschool student you should be responsible to make your own decision. Yes parents need to help, but I've met so many people who regret their college decision because of parent's influence and end up dropping out or transferrring and falling behind. You'll know in your heart which school is for you. Parents, make sure your child is making an informed decision but they will know what they want and the best thing you can do is trust them. My parents thought I was crazy for wanting to come to a military school. I told them I wanted the challenge and liked the volleyball team I was going to be playing on. As nervous as they were, they trusted me and now I'm so happy. I knew in my mind that I was sposed to be here and they trusted me. It's your four years, make the most out of it!

Think everything through, sometimes what you want as a senior in high school won't be the same as what you want as a senior in college

Find the college that suits you is half the battle. If you are not happy there you will not do as well. Being at a military college I have learned to adapt to many things but I knew what I was getting myself into. I wanted to challege myself mentally, physically and emotionally. I chose this place because it was going to suit me in the up and comming years. Make sure that you are happy with the college, professors, and the surrounding area before you decide to go there.

Find a school that will teach you life lessons and will push you to succeed.

Know what your plans are in the future, i.e. what do you want to do when you graduate. Then find a college that best fit those need. Also keep financial support in mind. The school reputation doesn't matter, its the person. Sometime the price you pay to go to a well know school as not really worth it in the long run.

I would recommend not to send their child to a college that is close to home. Go somewhere where you are going to meet new people and the college is not just high extended somewhere else. I have had the opportunity to meet great friends from all over the US and other countries as well. And go somewhere that has a good study abroad program and study abroad for a semester if you can. that was the best experience of my life and would recommend it to anyone. Last, go somewhere that you think will leave you on a step higher than other graduates with similar degrees. It is extremely difficult now-a-days to get a decent job following graduation and with nothing that sets you apart from others, you are just in the mix of hundreds. that is why i chose The Citadel to get my education.

choose a school where you know you will be sucsessful

College is a very important time for students to gain important knowledge about their specialized fields of study, the society in which we live and themselves as developing people. It gives young people the opportunity to explore their interests on both personal and professional levels. One of the most important parts of this process is choosing the right school for the individual seeking a higher education. For parents, this can be a very stressful time in which they wish to make decisions for their children; however, the key to success in college is allowing the child to make his or her own decision based on their personality meshing well with a preferred college. Parents should serve as an extra set of eyes and ears for the student, not a determiner of what is to come. They should assist in consulting online sources and reference books to compare the child's SAT scores with information about their academic, social, and personal desires. Students themselves should consciously consider which subjects they enjoy as well as their friend network in highschool and find a college that represents those preferences. After all, choosing a college is an exciting step to becoming an independent person.

I would suggest that the student make the decision rather than the parent because it is the student that will be enduring the college journey. Though tuition may be a factor, if that student is truly determined to attend that specific institution they will find a way to make it possible. Make sure that the student takes into account that the outcome of this decision is going to influence their career path in the future. And whatever the outcome may be, make sure that you appreciate the opportunity that you have been given because not everyone is fortunate enough to go to college. Make sure to utilize all of the resources that are presented and it will benefit you greatly in the long run.

take your time, make sure to read up on and visit each school before comitting. make sure you know yourself both academically and choose your school accordingly.

Visit the campus first. Get to know the area before you commit and ask whether or not you would enjoy a school's particular location.

Make sure you do not get fooled by false advertising. The best way to know the truth about a school is to talk to as many of its students as possible. You must do your own research to find a school that makes you happy, or else you will end up like me.

Students should work with thier parents to find university that is right for both of them. Research schools and visit them. I visited The Citadel before i went, and made up my mind that day; but that was after i researched and visited other colleges. Use the internet; it is fast, reliable (especially with schools), one can visit a few at a time, and the college of your dreams is just a few clicks away. Money is hard to come by; so be sure to include tuition in your choice; unless you plan on scholorships. If money allows, shoot for high goal universities.

Find a college that has the major the student is interested in and has activities that the student likes.

As a young adult, the education you receives is one the most important assets you can use in this fast-paced world. (When used with a killer personality, nothing can stand in your way.) Since it is so important you must chose an institution that will challenge everything, your personality, knowledge, opinions, personal comfort levels, physical fitness, spirituality and more. Everything has to fit though, having a wide variety of majors that are of interest, making sure you can afford tuition(but if you can't don't let that stop you, look for scholarships, grants and work study well in advance), and activities and a social life that is fitting. College is what you make of it, you have get ahold of your life and keep a short leash on it. Know your goals and make small steps to get to them. Planning is everything, to succeed in college you cannot just play it by ear, even if you have done that your whole life. Success in college is not just getting all A's, get involved in all you can, and as one last word of wisdom: INTERNSHIPS.

Visit the school for more than a day.

Be sure not to limit your options when choosing your school for higher education. Ultimately you will get out of your college education the amount of work you elect to put in.

If you want to be successful either in the military or the business world, then this is the place to be.

When looking for the perfect college, decide what school is the best fit for you. Don't automatically assume that a school will be right for you just because it is right for others. I chose a military school, and although it has its problems I value the unique experience it has provided me. I am proud of my decision and glad I did not go to a large state school where most of my friends went. Once you pick the right college for yourself, make sure your prioritize your academics, clubs, and social life. Remember, everyone wants to have fun, but no company hires you because you had the most friends in college. Your grades and the relationships you build with classmates, faculty, and alumni will be the most valuable resources you have when it comes time to interview for a job.

I would tell them to follow their hearts. The most important thing about going to college is going somewhere that first of all, you can get into, and second of all, one that you want to go to. If you end up going to a school that you don't like, you really aren't going to be happy and you aren't going to be motivated to work hard to make the good grades. You will also look back after you are done with disdain, probably taking your education for granted. If you go somewhere you are happy to be, a place that you know you love and will be able to love for four years, you will not only have found the right college, you will make the most of your college experience. Another piece of advice I would give would be to plan ahead. Make sure that you research the schools you are interested in attending so that you know if they have the major you are interested in, and possibly a couple of back-up majors. Other than that, you should know that choosing a school is usually a very difficult affair.

Always visit the school before accepting. Esspecially for military schools.

My advice would for both the parents and student to sit down together and figure out exactly what college they feel is the best for them to go to. Do not start off with weak grades because it is hard to catch back up. Start off strong and you will not have any problems succeeding in college. Do not get caught up with the wrong people because they can cause you to do things you should not partake in. Enjoy your time as a student and make the most of your college education.

College seems to me to be the most important part of anybody's life. I have seen more people that I 'thought that I know' change just after the first year of college into someone completely different than the person they were in High School. I believe that this is due to kids choosing the wrong schools for themselves. With that in mind,the best advice that I can give to parents of college aspiring kids, is that they need to send their child to a school that specializes in their particular child's interests. Most colleges have some subject that they're more known for than others. For instance, mine is a military school. You would not want to send your son or daughter here, if they want to be a chef one day. You want to send them to a culinary institute. Also, help them get started. Help them with the application, moving in, and financial aid. Encourage them to look for as many applicable scholarships as possible, because every penny helps. Those sound like the wise words of a scholarship winner, what do you think? ;)

Make sure that when searching for colleges, you look at all possible amenities offered by those colleges. Whether you're looking for physical fitness, good education, or loyal alumni, look at all things offered by those schools you wish to attend.

Our lives are all about choices. The choices we make, no matter how insignificant they may seem, play large roles for our lives. I would suggest that student research the social area of the schools they are considering first. This is would be helpul because, it would allow them to see the the types of jobs open to students during and after college. I would also suggest talking to students already there. Ask them questions about the faculty and administration or about problems they may have had with financial aid or on campus. The keys to making the most of the college experience is time management and prioritization. As long as things are kept in perspective and school and social time are completely separate, stress will not be an issue.

Consider any circumstances that would affect college funding through the next four years as a whole instead of tuition prices one semester at a time. And if your goal is a four year college then find a place you can find yourself comfortable for every year where you will grow with your surroundings.

I would tell students that they need to think about what they really want out of college. They need to list thier priorities so that when they look for these colleges they can compare them more accurately to what they really want. Also don't choose a college just because your parents want you to or a major because your parents want you to. I have seen many people who just absolutely hate thier college experience because they only reason they are there is because of thier parents. It's the rest of your life not your parents make sure it is something you won't regret. The same can be said to parents don't force your child to do anything they don't want to do it will just come back to haunt you. you don't want them to blame you for not being able to do what they wanted in life. Also make sure you start looking early start your junior year it relieves so much stress to have it out of the way for your senior year. One more thing dont walk blindly into a major, ensure it will be something you can live with