Daniel Webster College Top Questions

If I had known then what I know now about college, I would have taken the path to continue my education straight from high school. I made the decision to move from my parents house to raise my son as a single parent instead of going off to school like my parents had planned for me. I don't have any regrets of being the best parent I could be. However, i do regret not taking advantage of being able to further my education when I had the chance to when I was younger. I had my son in school when I was 16 years old so that pretty much made me become an adult much quicker than I wanted to. I never had the chance to experience what being a teenager was like, but having my son only made me stronger. I said to myself I was not going to be a high school dropout. I attended school everyday and then off to work. And 21 years later here I am finally in school for my degree along with supporting three children in college and one in high school. It took a while but I am finally here.

I had a difficult time in high school and therefore I dropped out in the 10th grade. I chose to get my GED . What would I go tell myself at that time? I would say, "Go to college” Go down right now and apply to Broome Community College and get into the nursing program." I would say "Jan, you can do it!" At this time in my life, I was still quiet and shy. I had dreams, but I was so shy and timid I did not have the confidence to reach for my dreams. I chose to follow behind my siblings and help them to achieve their goals and dreams I would tell myself that I am strong, smart and that I am capable of making my own dreams come true and not walking in others shoes. I would say," You are a leader and can do anything you set your mind to." I would tell myself never to settle for anything because I deserve much more. I would also tell myself to eat better and make healthy lifestyle choices because I will be diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and my long term health will depend on it.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself how important it will be to get my education. I would remind myself how hard it is to make it with a minimal education and very little money, while rasing two daughters, thirteen years apart. I will have to be strong and show no fear when knowing deep down every thing may fall apart at any given time, because I will be living paycheck to paycheck. I was not prepared for my mother's failing health at a young age and I was to be her only resource. She must persist, alone with so many poeple depending upon her, having survived a failed relationship. She must be strong, she has no choice! Making the choice to further her education will better her life.

If my future-self could talk to my past-self, it would probably tell me things I already knew. Only I might listen a little better. Things like save your money, don't get credit cards, and pay all your bills on time. I would tell myself to wait to get married, that age 18 is too young to be making life-long decisions. I would say, for example, it's ok to not adopt every sad puppy you see and not feel guilty about it. I would advise myself to stay in therapy because it's, well, therapeutic. I would encourage myself that it's to meet and trust new people. I know a lot of people would say to stay in school, but I made the right decision by taking a break. College was not the right thing for me when I was 18. Thankfully, I don't have any regrets. I can't say that things would be better had I had me to tell myself what to do, just maybe a little different. I can say I am happy with the place I am in my life and satisfied with the path I am now taking.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about what I know now about going to college, I would tell myself to stay focused, attend school each day and apply myself to the fullest potential. Don't let negativity get in the way of my accomplishments. I'd think about my future and what it would be like without education. I wouldn't put my future on hold, because you never can go back or get the opportunity again. You must do your best and explore all the opportunities that are available for to you. Going to college fresh out of high school is the best option, because your mind is fresh and you can focus on the material and retain information better. Getting the most education you can as early as you can, can provide you with the best opportunity of having the career in life you want. Going to college is a privilege that lots of people dont get the opportunity to have. It will help you grow in many areas as well as help you mature. So dont get discouraged, keep your head up and make the best of your life.

If I could go back in time to my high school years, it would be on June 11th 2004, the special day I graducated. I would recieve that diploma and hand shake, go home take the weekend off relaxing, and then when that monday rolls around I will begin my journey of looking for a school that has the nursing program of my chose. I would apply to each one I might Qualified for. I would not play around and taken so long to go back to school. As a high school student, your mind is still fresh, you still in the groove of things and handling a classroom setting because god knows trying to grasp information at a older age is hard. While I wait to recieve acceptance letters from different schools, I will still stay focus by studing and reading books on the degree I would like to major in, to keep the mind active. I found it better not to take time off because,if you do the chances to retun back is slim to none. So if you have hopes and dreams please continue in school while you have the chance because later may never come.

Truely and honestly, if i could go back, i would tell myself to complete my educational ambitions of being a nurse in my early years. My mind would be alot fresher and i would not have all these responsibilities that tend to take up most of my focus. I would tell me to enjoy education and see it as a bridge to a better life, not just a time to have fun. I would be grateful for my youth knowing that i have all the time in the world to have a good time. Some things i would not go back, because i remember when i was younger, school was the least important thing to me. At my age now, i can appreciate my education and understand the focus and committment it takes. I just know if i would have been more focused as a high school student, college would have been easier. There are so many things i have learned and experienced that i would let the teenager, young adult know that the women has since learned. I would tell myself to be serious, learn and do as mych as i can because the end result is worth it.

I would inform the younger me today that education is very important in this political world. Drugs, sex, money and partying will not be the least of beneficial in the future when you are ready to begin your career. I know it is hard to listen to advice without falling on your own and learning the proper way to get up, but, as you know success and wealth is something you desire most passionately. Respect your teacher and utilize them as your resources, and know that some of the friends you have now, you will never see or hear from again, so focus on your studies and appreciate that your education is currently free because if you fail in your college studies you will pay mentally, and literally.

If I was in high school right now, I would figure out what type of career I would like to have and seek information about getting an education to have that career. I did not go to college after I graduated from high school and I am now attending college nineteen years later. The advice I would give to myself would be to attend college directly after graduating from high school . As mentioned, I would put alot of thought into selecting a career that suited my interests and scholastic abilities. I would volunteer and speak with others in my field of interest and see what my career really would be like before entering. I would apply to colleges that had the program I was looking for before high school graduation. I would stay focused on my grades. I would have set goals for myself on reaching them each year of college to accomplish good study habits and keeping a certain GPA. I am proud that I am attending college now for nursing. What I know now, I would have told myself then it is important to have a college education in order to have a career that you love .

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I know now about college, I would still be in college, as I am now. I graduated from high school in June, 2009 and I had my first child that following July. Due to my situation I wasn't able to go off to a university or begin college immediately after, but I did take the opportunity the following year. I feel as though it is very important to attend college in order to be a successful individual in today's society. I am very proud of the decision that I made at such a young age. I see a much brighter future now that I'm enrolled in college. I am currently a CNA and I am determined to remain in the nursing field, and one day I will become a Nurse Anesthetist. Although college is expensive, I wouldn't take any other route. I'm willing to work as much as possible to make my ends meet. If selected and granted a scholarship to assist me financially, it will be greatly appreciated and put to good use. Thank you.

If I could go back and give myself advice as a high school senior, I would say that school has priority over all other social experiences and that hard work does pay off. I would also be sure to not take the time off that I did so I could finish earlier.

My college experience came after my first four years in the Air Force. I was older than most of the student who attended with me so I had no real relationships from campus. I descided it was best to live off compus because of the age differance. The age differance was not just in years but also in mentality. But I think I was able to get something out of my college experience, not just a degree. I found that my ability to write was better than I realized, even technical papers became better than ever before. Going to college was a great experience that allowed me explore a side of me I didn't know I had. I was able to stand in front of a crowd to speak, I could learn things that were almost in possible when I was younger due to a learning disability. I found a better way to work with and around learning disability and use it a an advantage and not a disadvantage. I also found that I could easily ask for help without shame. Also all of this has been valuable to my mental and spiritual progression thus far.

Start College right after you finish high school, continue and completed your college education no matter how hard or difficult it might be. While you?re in college try to get into an internship/ co-op program which will groom, teach the student etiquette and give the student the business tools and hands on training the student will need for the business world.

The first advice I would give to myself if I was to go back in time would be to get involved. Going to college mainly starts a whole new life and includes a fresh start. Throughout high school, you would seem the same friends, coaches, and teachers every day. After high school and moving onto college, there will be so many new faces around you that have no idea who you are or what your personality is. If you were shy and not involved in high school, there is always time to change your personality if you don't want to be shy anymore. Especially at college there are so many different ways to get involved to make new friends and hopefully open you up to new activites and a new you.

I think the most important thing for future college students to do is make the decision for themselves. Sometimes we get discouraged by the cost of a college, the distance from home, or that no friends will be close by. Don't make your decision on college based upon any of these things. You are going to make new friends and can stay in touch with ones from high school. The costs can always be off set by scholarships and financial aid. If you are going to spend four years at a college, make sure it is the one your heart desires. Otherwise, you will get a few weeks into school and realize that you might have been happier somewhere else. It is so important to choose the college you like the best; It is one of the most important decisions you make as an adult and can affect your entire future. Do it for you! Good luck!

Visit the campus on a normal school day (non-open house). You will see the normal day-to-day life of the campus- from activites to meals served. Also, tour the nearby towns and see what is around to do nearby. Another thing to consider is the variety of closely-related majors at that school. Many students find themselves not going in the right direction with their first major, but end up with one that is fairly similiar. The ability to switch without moving schools is a plus as well.

I can't stress enough that in order to be satisfied with your college, you have to choose the right one. Choosing a school due to the amount of money it gives you or because the dorms are nice are not good reasons. Always visit the colleges you are accepted to before making a decision about the next four years of your life. In order to choose the right school, it is always better to have a comprehensive understanding of it, as opposed to just being attracted to it by scholarship money and such. When you finally do get to college, make sure you get involved. This is the best way to meet new people, try new things, and get the most out of your short four years at college. Join clubs and teams of things that interest you, get involved in class, and leave your dorm room door open! The more you put yourself out there, the more people you will meet, the more things you will be able to try, and the more you will get out of college. In short, don't make a hasty college decision and GET INVOLVED!!

Finding the perfect school is more important than the perfect outfit or more important than a new car. The perfect school is so very important because it can either be your path to a desirable and satisfactory career, or it could be an unfortunate step backwards. Picking the school that is just right for you is critical because with the proper knowledge and gained experiences at this school, there?s no telling what you can do. My advice in finding the right school would be to: pick a school with more than just one major that you are interested in. Often times there will be a change of plans, thoughts, or direction, and a school with only one major of interest there is nowhere to go. Another consideration factor would be the size and locations of the school, both are important in the selection process. Finally, go look at the schools, if you like them and they have what you are looking for, there you go. Once you get to school, study hard, but also take time to make friends and enjoy yourself. College is a wonderful experience, make the most of it!

Know the food, talk to people not in the payed service of admissions, see all there is to see, know the social life, look at the money situation you will be in, accout for possible down turns....

My advice is plain and simple. Make sure you do your homework before choosing a school. Make sure that it is where you want to go and not someone else's choice. You may want to attend a workshop or a camp at the school before making a final decision. Make sure you research your major and make sure that it is something that you are going to be interested in doing for the rest of your life. A lifetime is a long time to not be doing a job that you are not happy in. Also apply early, this includes college applications and scholarships. The earlier you know where you are going, what you want to do there, and how you are going to pay for the schooling the easier your decision will be.

From a career perspective I would say pick a cheap accredited and respected school, unless you want to become a doctor or a lawyer it really doesn't make much of a difference with school you go to so there is no point in spending a lot of extra money. Next I would strongly advise only larger schools, they will offer many more opportunities for you of every kind from academic to social. The few benefits small schools offer simply do not out weigh how limiting they can be.

Find a small school so your a person not a number

Make sure you search a college not just for the learning experience but for the life experience you want to have too.

The only advice I would give to students about finding the right college is to give yourself options. Go and visit different colleges as many times as you need. Do not limit yourself to one college that you didn't even visit. There are many different types of schools with different types of atmospheres, you will not know what you like until you get out there and check it out. As for parents with kids going to school, my advice for them would be to keep an open mind. Your always going to be a phone call away if they need you. Students need to find what they are good at and it might take them a few trys to get it right. Just help them out and be there for them if and when they fall. Failure isn't perminate, it's just a way to know that they are doing something wrong and they need a change.

In order to find the right college there are several steps that can be taken to limit the number of colleges you apply to. First make sure that the college offers the degree you are looking to achieve, then decide whether you want to go to a big college or a small college. See what type of non-school related events that have there, and always make sure that you visit the college before you go there. In order to make the most of your college expierence you must participate in the college events, if not you will most likely be spending time in your room watching tv, or playing games all by yourself.