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I would tell myself to apply to as many scholarships as possible. College is a lot more expensive than I thought and a scholarship could help with succeeding in college. I would tell myself to talk to the finacial aid before school starts to make sure everything is ready to go and I know how I'm going to recieve my rewards. I would also tell myself to relax. I would tell myself that as long as I work really hard I would succeed in my college classes. I would say that I would have to deal with some finanical issues in college, but I will get through them. I would say not to let the finanical issues discourage going to college, everything will be ok and as long as I work hard maybe someday we will achieve our dreams of becoming psychologist. I would say that most importantly not to give up trying to become a psychologist because I will get though all of the hard things and someday it might be worth it.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to appreciate the little things I have in my life that I do not have in college. Things like hearing a good morning and good night from my parents, having a bed that is not made for a small child, endless free food, and sleep. Before leaving for school, I was not nervous about transitioning because I have always been a very independent person, but I had a glorious image of what I thought dorm living would be like. I imagined dining hall food that was so wonderful I would never need to snack, comfy-cozy beds, getting to bed before midnight, and never missing my parents. Not surprisingly, none of that came true. I love college life and dorm living, but I never imagined how much I would miss the comforts of my home and I realized how little I appreciated them before college. The first thing I would tell my high school senior self is to take some time to think about what my parents provided me with throughout my life and enjoy them while I still have the time to do so.

If I could go back in time and give advice to myself as a high school senior, I would tell her to realize that just because she had taken ap classes and did good in them does not mean that she will do good in the classes in college that cover what was learned in those ap classes without studying really hard. And I would also tell her that procrastination does not work in college at all. Also to tell her to think about what major she really wants to go for because now as a college student I am still deciding what my major is going to be and if I had really thought about what I wanted to major in before I attended my first year, I wouldn't have taken classes that may not be related to what I want to major when I find out what I will major in.

Min, Get out of your comfortable little shell and put yourself more out there. Spend less time studying and more time learning how to make friends. Try connect with more people, make more real bonds with people.

As a senior in high school, I knew exactly what I wanted. I was extremely goal-oriented, to the point that it annoyed people. I knew I was going to be a Pediatrician. When I received my acceptance letter to Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA, I was on my way. However, things do not always turn out as planned. As I settled into college life, I struggled with Chemistry and became disheartened. Things changed. My goals changed. Seeing where I am now – starting a BSN/MSN program to become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – I would tell my high school self to relax. Plans change. It does not mean that everything will collapse. It simply means that experiences are shaping who we are. And I was offered a lot of experiences along the way. Without the past year of research in a pediatric palliative care department, I might not be going back to school to work in this field. I truly think that my high school self worried too much about little things. That one grade on that AP Biology exam did not end up mattering. What mattered was who I was and how hard I was willing to work.

Dear Caitlin, Congratulations on a wonderful high school career! You are allowed to be proud of your accomplishments. I know you resist change, but embrace the new experiences coming your way. You will live with messy roommates every year except the year you live alone. It will not kill you and you will love them anyway. You and Jimmy will break up. This is not the end of the world; you both become better people for it. Always stay true to your values. The only regrets you will ever have come from times when you let others define your morality. Believe that you can do great things and you will. You will make quite a name for yourself at F&M all on your own merit. You can be proud of this too. Cherish your freshman year because it is the least complicated and least difficult. Cherish your true friends, because they help you through some very difficult times. Cherish your family who support you in all your endeavors. Remember that you are blessed, because you will see so many people who do not have the love and support you do. Work hard. Don't procrastinate. Have fun! Love, Me

I would tell myself to not worry so much about financial aid, and to just keep working on scholarships. Everything will work out in the end, so don't be so stressed out about it.

College is a very interesting place. You are going to meet many new people and take very insightful classes. Dont be afraid to branch out, talk to people, make new friends. A small school like F&M can seem very routine, but if you get involved you will feel much happier. Also, take advantage of your professors they want you to succeed and go ask them questions. Get to know at least one at a personal level, that way you will have a mentor and/ or a new friend. Lastly, for college work time managment is key. Plan your time, dont waste it just sitting on face book. Go eat, do some work with friends, excercise!!! If you manage your time and stick with it, the stress won't affect you as much. Enjoy your time there cause its only 4 years.

They should know that F&M has so many great opportunities for those willing to work to get them. You can get by without doing much work, but then you will miss out on the amazing professors and programs that F&M has to offer.

As a high school senior, I believed the college transition would be a piece of cake. In reality, it was tougher than I thought. Going back to the beginning of senior year, I would have told myself to work ten times harder and to push my boundraries. I also would have encouraged myself to fight for the college experience I wanted. "Never settle", would have been the words for me to live by. In return for not giving myself good advice and encouragement, I find it makes all the difference when I reach out to the current senior class of Milton Hershey School. By giving them the advice I missed, it helps with the transition and knowing that I could be helping them for their upcoming year of college.

-Take as many AP classes as possible. I would have died in General Chemistry if I had not taken AP Chemistry in high school. If I could go back to high school, I would definitely take more AP classes, not just three. -Take classes in different areas. My high school experience was focused on only math and science, so I did have hard times in art, music, and similar classes in college. -Go to private college if possible. I always thought private colleges would be very expensive, and there would not be fun with a lot of activities as at public/state schools. But now I love my school-a private college. It gives me wonderful financial aid, I have good relationships with my professors, and there are tons of activities and clubs available on campus. -Packing for college. Start a to-buy-and-to-pack list as soon as the summer starts. -Living with roommate(s). If there are any problems, talk to each other. -Build strong relationships with your professors. Go to office hours, talk to professors. Be honest and respectful. -Get good study habits and know when to say no.

I would tell myself that I must study longer, harder and attain a sense of pride in my work. I would not rely so much on treatises and quotes and notions that other people have given but instead reflect on what I, myself, has done. I would try not to rush though events and work and take the time to really understand the material rather than just breeze past it and get a b- when i could have gotten an A. I feel that I should have listened to what my friends told me to an extent and relied on my gut instinct rather than what some philosopher wrote in a treatise long ago. I should have been more decisive and also not rushed with my thinking. Trying to be less of a compulsive thinker has certainly made a positive impact onmy college life now. I feel that with this sense of thinking, I am more competant in what I study and how I study rather than to rely on other people and other notions. I have foudn that relying upon one's own mind and instincts is the key to success in all aspects of life.

I would take more AP classes that fulfill the GE requirements at college. Also, I would know what classes to take coming into the college rather than taking classes for fun. I would finish college in less than 3 years if I had known what I know right now coming into college.

Vicki, You should study less my freshman year. Coming into college, three of your four classes are review (intro to chemistry, calc 2, spanish), so going to the library every night isn't necessary. Your freshmen hall is using this time to make friends and you should definitely get to know them. Also, if you break your back this year, you won't know how much you actually have to study. Also, this year will be the easiest, so relax a little! I would also avoid dating anyone freshmen year. I started dating someone as soon as I got there. You're going to change so much this year; it's better to be alone to deal with that, instead of confusing some poor guy. He'll only be angry when you're not the girl you were in September. Lastly, don't be afraid to be a college student; it's not nearly as scary as you think! Love, future you

My college experience has made me into a new person ­ one that I doubt I could have been otherwise. The past two years at college have made me a collected and confident young woman, and though I am still passionate about the things I loved in high school, I am now turning that love into an exciting career-path. The constant support and gladly-bestowed attention of my professors have helped me become comfortable in my own skin and taught me to believe in myself. There have been many instances where I doubted my ability to achieve what I thought to be impossible; yet with my teachers as support, I have not only acheived these things, but I have gained recognition from the local community for them. As well as a stellar education, Franklin and Marshall College has given me a chance to make loving and lasting friendships with the people I lived with as a freshman. Without F&M, I fear I would still be too shy and timid to take charge of my life and fully experience the world around me.

I will be attending the New York Institute of Massage starting January 2011. I am very eager to start school because Massage Therapy is an ever expanding field of work that will always be needed. Attending college will help me become a more successful person with a better future in this falling economy. College, I feel, helps people understand the value and quality of a hard days work, and will give me great satisfaction in my personal achievements. Seeing that I will be the only person in my family who has attended college will help set the standards for my families future generations. College is the next step in my life that will give me many useful lessons in business, finances and communication. Stability and tranquility are the building blocks to a better future, which a college education will lay out for me. Please consider me for this scholarship so i can start my professional career at ease and out of debt.

My college experience afforded me a diverse education that has enabled me to excel in the work force. I was able to expand upon both my personal experiences and my comfort zone to enrich myself and become more accepting of others. While the facts I learned were important, I feel that the communication and interpersonal skills I developed were the most valuable part of my education. These are the skills I use every day, and they tend to be the most difficult to cultivate. It was important for me to attend college both for educational and social aspects. I love to learn, and college allowed me to choose how to augment my high school education. I was also able to participate in activities to which I had never been exposed that led to discovering new passions and interests. My college experience was vital in shaping my youth and I know that my experiences will greatly influence my adulthood as well.

It empowered me to feel capable and intelligent, well-prepared to do anything that was asked of me, or know how to find out if I couldn't.

What have I gotten out of college? Management skills. Of course one of the most valuable things I learned was to manage my time. After all, my parents aren?t there to tell me to study. However, I have gotten much more out of college than just time management. The value of attending college lies in the fact that you learn to manage things you?ve never considered before. In college you realize to manage your money. After months of cafeteria food, delivery sounds delicious. Although ordering out every night becomes irresistible, you quickly blow through your money. What I have gotten out of college is calculating how many hours I have to work at my work-study to pay for that Chinese. Two hours? I think I?ll go to the cafeteria. Perhaps the most valuable lesson I have gotten out of college is how to manage myself. Your parents leave you at a school where you know no one. Exams and essays loom in the distance. You share a cramped room and you run on little sleep. It?s hard not to become overwhelmed. College taught me to manage my emotions and remain composed when life gets stressful.

I entered my freshman year with a general idea of what science major I wanted to pursue. By the time I had graduated from F&M I had completed two majors, the first in environmental studies and the second in ecology and natural resources, which I was able to personally create from three departments on campus. I also completed a summer internship in Washington, DC at an environmental non-profit and earned course credit from a summer environmental field program in the Alaskan backcountry. I was then fortunate enough to have a fantastic experience during my semester abroad in Tanzania with the School for International Training?s conservation and ecology program, which helped to reinforce and develop my career aspirations in international biodiversity conservation. At F&M I felt surrounded my highly motivated and academically focused individuals that created a supportive and nurturing environment. The professors are mentors and friends to the students. F&M helped facilitate the transformation of my early goals and aspirations into realities, possibilities and attainable accomplishments in the future. I am now enrolled for the fall at the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, University of Kent in England for a masters in conservation biology.

Through my professors I have been able to realize my passions. Finding my passion in only my sophomore year in college was not something that I had expected. My interests were widespread coming into F&M, but slowly, with the immense support from my professors, I began to piece together what I wanted to do with the rest of my life. I have been able to translate my hobbies and interests into practical items of study. My passion for women's rights, the Olympics, and sport in general has formed many papers and has inspired many new opportunities. As I went to my professors' offices hours and talked about my interests they began adding to my knowledge of what was possible and encouraged me to continue seeking out information and readily giving any they had. The constant support and interest the professors show in my academic interests is reassuring and empowering. My F&M professors have given me one of the most valuable parts, and arguably the most important, of my college experience: the realization that my passions have value, are interesting and academically viable and important. And for this, I am eternally grateful.

I would tell myself to be smart about the places I go to. I would also tell myself to do all of my homework, because thats where most of the test questions come from. I would work on my time managemant. I would have also saved more money fmor my summer job. Most importantly I would tell myself to be resourseful.

College is not just about academics but it's about living life. When you chose to attend a specific college, it's also a kind of life that you decide to live. College is more than a place to just simply increase your knowledge. Reputation is not extremely impornat as much as we think either. It's important to know yourself and know the college well enough to find the best fit. However, where ever you end up, there's always things to learn and something to gain as your one of a kind life experience. Even though you think you made the wrong decision, that doesn't mean it's a failure. Take what you can take and enjoy. As much as deciding a college is hard and important, it's not like you are crossing the Rubicon.

The number one piece of advice I would give to any high school senior about to leave for college is, "College changes people." This change can be for the good or for the bad, but living on your own causes you to critically consider what your morals and views are and what you are going to do to get where you want to in life. You learn to make priorities and plans, to keep appointments, and discover how you learn best. A college can offer all the resources in the world but unless you put them to use, they are worthless to you. You need to examine what you're given and make the best of it. If you need help, ask. My mom always used to tell me "you have a no until you ask." You never know what could come of approaching your professor with that bizzare question that has been nagging you, asking a faculty member if you can help in their lab. If you need help, reach out for it, that's the only way you will grow as an individual. Have fun, but don't get hurt ... start to live your life to the fullest.

Act like yourself when you get to college. Making friends will be easier that way and don't care about others who judge. Make sure to keep in touch with friends from home because you will still be seeing them on breaks and they are still your friends no matter how far apart you are at school. Make your own decisions and think them through. Study hard but still have fun and do thinkgs/take classes that you are interested in and are perhaps a little outside of your comfort zone. Time management is key! There are a lot of activities and a lot of work so use your time wisely!

I would look at schools sooner and see what is out there before I made my decision. Although I am very happy with where I am, I wish I had explored more options and seen more campuses before I settled on Franklin and Marshall.

Parents and students should know that college is what you make of it. If you're stuck at community collge, make the most of it. Or if you end up at the most expensive ivy league, make the most of it! Make the school fit you, not the other way around.

I honestly think that in order to find the right college you have to visit it while school is in session and you while know if it is the right college for you while you are there on campus.

My only advice wold be to make sure that you fully examine and look into the school that you decide to choose. The experience, the education, the friends you make and have while your in college isnt only for four years, its for a lifetime.

In this video, seniors talk about their experiences in F&M. They also give lot fo advises to incoming freshmen.

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Talk to a variety of students there who aren't part of the tour group.

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Make a list of qualities you want and don't want in your college, and compare colleges you consider to your list. Visiting campuses is very important, because you can often feel whether or not a college is right for you. It is also very important to consider the surrounding area--if you come from a big city, you may not appreciate going to school in the middle of nowhere, and vice versa. To make the most of your experience, get involved in activities you enjoy. Also, explore the social scene to find where you best fit into it.

First, it is important for you to select a college where you believe you will be able to establish a comfort zone. This comfort zone will serve as your refugee when you are missing home, and it can come from an academic department, an athletic program, or some other extracurricular activity, depending on whatever you feel is best for you. Just as you are leaving home for college, however, it is important for you to leave your comfort zone as much as you can. Trying new things, exploring new ideas, and even getting in a little bit of trouble is the definition of "making the most of your college experience." While how well you do in classes will help determine where you start your career, it is the curiosity that you develop from leaving your comfort zone that will set you apart in life.

As long as you make the best of your college experience, any college you choose will be able to fulfill your needs. There is no perfect choice of college, and every school has its flaws. The key for me so far has been to really take an interest in everything I do and care about the outcome. If you don't like what you're doing, how can you enjoy yourself?

Visit as many colleges as possible and make sure your child does overnight visits

The responsibility of having a great college experience lies within the student. The student needs to do the research, ask the questions, investigate about the schools that he or she is intersted in. If one does not get into his or her school of choice, give another school a chance. The best thing a student can do for their experience is to embrace the college and get involved. Academically, find what you love to study because you'll naturally be good at it and suceed in it. Don't force yourself into something unless you can commit to it heart and mind 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}. It can be a challenge to find the balance between academics and social life but it is possible. It all works out.

I knew I made the right college choice when, on a fall afternoon, I found myself strolling in the grass barefoot on campus. I had found my new home. Leaving for college should be exciting, strange, frightening and exhilarating. But, once the dust has settled, you should feel like you've come home. For some people, home is found in the ever-changing faces of 40,000 strangers passing you on campus every day. It means school pride, football jerseys, ground-breaking research being conducted in state-of-the-art laboratories, and millions of proud alumni. For others, home is found in the often cluttered but always inspired studios of an art school. It means quirky off-beat people and getting your hands dirty. Or maybe for you, as it was for me, home is a small liberal arts school that encourages you to step outside the box while still enveloping you in a blanket of comfortable familiarity. Or maybe, it is a combination of all these things and more. When visiting campuses, talk to people, sit on a bench, and throw a frisbee with some students. Smile. Do people smile back? Are you comfortable? Have you found your home?

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There are two very important things to consider about college. What you must first do, is remember high school. Reflect upon the situations which you most enjoyed and, more importantly, in which you most thrived. How do you learn best-- from lectures? Discussions? Hands-on? In high school, which extra-curriculars did you get the most out of? Do you thrive best when you can stand out of a small group or are you revved up and inspired by the masses? Once you've done some self-exploring, what you must do next is even more important: forget high school. When deciding where to go, forget people who you may try to impress with a fancy college name, and go where you will have the best experience you can. To get that experience, leave your prejudices and preconceived notions at home. Try new foods, activities, and courses that your high school-self would not have even dreamed. Introduce yourself to people you never would have spoken to before. Study abroad. Sled on cafeteria trays. There's a huge world out there beyond your high school walls. You won't experience everything here, but you've got 4 years to try.

While the cost of college is certainly an important issue, don't make it the most important factor in your decision and don't let it control the way you spend your four years in college. I was responsible for financing my college education myself, and I chose to attend one of the most expensive colleges in the country because it was my dream college (small classes, prestigious, liberal arts focus, and close to home). It was a scary decision, but I thankfully didn?t let the tuition deter me from attending because it was well worth the cost. I learned invaluable critical thinking and writing skills and had excellent professors. However, I was so worried about the cost of tuition that I decided to commute to college and I really regretted it. I never really made any good friends on campus and was always very lonely. I loved my professors, my classes, and the school itself, but I felt so unattached to the student body. Looking back, I wouldn't have let the tuition control the manner in which I spent my four years. Students should live on campus and experience campus life, at least for a year.

There's always going to be something you're not happy with, so all you can really do is make the most of what you have. If you look hard enough, you'll find what you need or want your school to be for you. This might take a bit of work on your part, but it is worth every ounce of effort. Trust your instincts. If a school has all the academic facilities you need, you can make the rest of it work.

Always visit a school before you apply or choose. to go to it

Don't worry about the labels. Go someplace that feels right, not someplace that someone else says is right.

After you make a list of all the schools that you think are right for you, go and visit your top three choices. While touring the schools, make sure to make arrangements to attend a class that interests you so that you can see how the teacher and students interact. Remember, you are the customer here. If you are not treated well during a school visit, don't think it will get any better if you go there. And, have a good time with this new experience.

Looking for a college that will provide a quality education is obviously important, but don't sacrifice financial stability for a pricey diploma! You'll definitely thank yourself after you graduate without a bunch of debt.

Knowing what you want is the crucial first step in finding the college that is right for you. Make a list of the attributes your dream school would have; then make a list of features you could not live without. Compare each college you consider to these lists. How does it stack up against your list, and against other schools you've evaluated? Next, consider the academic profile of the typical admitted student. How does yours compare? It is very important to apply to a combination of "reach" schools--schools that are slightly above your academic range, or are Ivy League (which are unpredictable situations for students of any academic caliber), "ballpark" schools--ones that fit perfectly in your academic range, and "safety" schools--schools you can pretty much put money on getting into. Once you've found the perfect school and gotten in, make the most of your experience by staying on top of your academics, getting involved, and maintaining an active social life. When getting involved, look for organizations that will help you do well academically and broaden your social horizons. You'll be the perfect college student in no time!

I would say that as important as the academic standing may seem, the social setting of the school is just as important. I think that for me, college was definitely a place where I learned a lot both inside the classroom and outside the classroom. The person I am today is not the same freshman that entered F&M four years ago. I have been shaped by everyone I've met here. Ultimately, no matter the academic reputation of a school, if the social vibe doesn't feel right, its not worth it to go.