Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Top Questions

Stop being so nervous about the future and just do it. You're strong and capable and CAN do anything you set your mind to as long as you actually do it rather than fretting and worrying about yourself and your abilities. Nothing is impossible.

If I could go back and tell my high school self about what college would be like, I would tell myself to be prepared to work hard. High school was simple, with easy writing assignments and small amounts of homework. In college, there is no room for slacking. If you do not do the work you should be, there is a very high chance that you will not do so great your first semester. Other than academic, being away from home is sometimes difficult. There are some nights where you will just want to lay in yur own comfortable bed. Living with your best friend is probably the best decision you can make beause it will definatly make your transition to being without your family a lot easier. Over all, my advice would be to keep your head up ad work hard for what you want because in the end it will be worth it.

In my high school career, I didn't have many friends. I was extremely nervous that I wouldn't have many friends in college as well. However, this was not the case. All students in college are in the same position, trying to make new friends and find a group that they fit in with. Everyone is much more accepting and less judgemental. The transition into college has been one of the best experiences of my life, and has opened my eyes to so many new things. If I could go back and give my highschool self advice, I would tell myself to not be so hard on myself and stop trying to pin-point why people didnt like me. I would tell myself how different college is, and how accepting the other students are.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as high school senior, I would give myself plenty of advice. I would tell myself that senior year would be your favorite year. One of your best classes, Media and Technology, will motivate you to choose that as a major, Electronic Media, in college. I would also say it was the worst because your dad died in the middle of your senior year due to cancer. He wouldn’t be here physically to see you go to prom, graduate nor to college. It will be a hard transition, but you’ll remain strong for your mom and yourself. You will become one of twenty to achieve high honors in a graduate class of 150. You will make your family proud, most importantly your mom. College shall be amazing. There are going to be times you stay up late at night stressed because of work and finals, but you’re going to be awarded with a 3.2 GPA in your first semester. There are going to be some financial issues, and you’re doing your best trying to get aid and scholarships. You will only hope for the best.

First of all, don't worry about classes; if you put forth the effort you will accomplish as much as you wish. Everyone makes college classes out to be so hard and makes good grades out to be unobtainable unless you lock yourself in your room every day and do nothing but work: thats not true. Paying attention and really trying is all it takes. And it isn't that difficult to put forth your best effort in school, while still maintaing a social life. Just be aware of your responsibilities and make sure to prioritize and stay organized. Also, don't worry about meeting friends, you'll find those who you click with, either in your dorm building or in classes, and before you know it you'll have a friend group who you feel like you've known for years. Be yourself, be confident and aim high. Remember that college is what you make of it, so take every opportunity and get involved as much as you can. If you're positive and open minded college will be a piece of cake; after about a week the transition will be over and you'll feel right at home.

Hello high school senior, Precious! I have a few tips for college I would like to share with you. You should try to avoid stress at all costs... and speaking of costs, tuition will be the biggest cause of stress. Apply for plenty of scholarships, or your pockets will be in the negative before you even begin making money. Getting a job during the school year will not be as simple as you think, I couldn’t imagine working on top of all of my work. When it comes to transitioning from home to a dorm, just don’t bring all of your shoes! There is no room, Precious, no matter how many shoe storage things you buy. Making friends will probably be the most difficult thing for you, you’ve never really had to do that before. Stay open-minded and don’t be afraid to try new things. Remember, every new friend is a new connection you may need later in life! Don’t get too wrapped up in your new life, you have years to be a wildflower. Focus on your school work, at the end of the day that is why you are attending college.

Beware and be aware of distractions. College life and coming-of-age experiences include an array of transient interactions, many of which translate into life and goal altering distractions. Do not over extend your time and energy by focusing on superficial relationships. College is a great opportunity to cultivate new friendships, romances, and personal and professional relationships. Networking is aboslutely crucials for long-term success, but be mindful of where you invest yourself. Focus on positive interactions and relationships that will enrich your experiences and goals. Be mindful of partyers, under-achievers, and people not committed to bettering themselves. College is also an opportunity to explore your potential, to challenge yourself, and grow as person. Get involved with like-minded individuals and be open to these new experiences and possibilities. Don't sell yourself short by settling for the bare minimum. Life is what you make it, so remain true to yourself and you will not fail. Fear will only stunt your development, so step outside of your past and walk towards your future. Stay focused, stay positive, and work for your goals in order to attain your dreams.

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Knowing what I know now about the college life and the major transition, I would first go back and give myself advice regarding the opportunity cost that comes along with choosing to attend college. The United States college debt now exceeds credi card debt, which proves how costly college can be. I would assure myself that the opportunity cost of attending college would be beneficial in the long run. Becoming increasingly educated and being given the oportunity to fulfil a life goal and long term dream is one of the greatest gifts in life. Additionally, I woudl give myself advice about the importance of time management. Taking on the role of a full time student and having a full time job, time management is crucial when dealing with large work loads. Good grades are absolutley possible to achieve, as long as you have a time management plan at hand and a postive attitude.

If I could go back to when I began at my local community college I would say this, "Candace, you have an amazing opportunity by beginning your academic career here at RACC. The amount of tuition costs are $2100.00 and you are able to take up to 18 college credits a semester. Since you are also eligible to receive the full amount of FAFSA offered for this year your books are also covered, leaving you with no financial worries. However, there are opportunities that allow you to borrow money by applying for student loans provided by the Government. These loans come with a limit of $57,000.00 until the completion of your Bachelor degree. Also, keep in mind you are eligible for FAFSA grants for only your first six semesters. Once you use both these funding’s to their max you MUST find other ways to cover the cost of your education. If you take longer to complete your undergrad degree than the average traditional student (which I have) you will have a huge financial barrier to face (as I do). So, borrow only what you need, so you can avoid having no funds for your senior year.”

My adivce would be look for scholarships. Outside scholarships are amazing and really can change the amount of out-pocket expenses. Also, try not to assume that grants will be there when you graduate from high school. Be careful of loans because debt out of college is extremely hard to pay off and will have for the rest of your life.

If I could go back in time and give advice to myself for preparing for college, I would have a lot to say from what I know now. I would tell myself to study more and work harder at your grades. I would also tell myself that looking for colleges can be fun and to not procrastinate as long as you possibly can. I am a very social person so I wouldn't have to "warn" them about the transition but I would say start talking to people about where they are looking to go to school because maybe they know of someone or themselves are going there also.

Becoming an undergraduate college student is not as easy as we all may assume as a high school senoir because, youhave to put in a lot of hard work and have to be focused on everything you do in class. One step could be to visit your school ask a professor if you can sit in class so you can get an idea of what it takes and how its going to be. Step two make sure you look for the right class's you don't want to take class's you don't need. Step 3 dont be afriad to ask for help from anyone that's why they are there. College is a fun experience but it also involves hard work so just be prepared and don't over stress.

If I could go back in time, I would have stayed home instead of going off to college. I didn't know what I wanted to do and I wasted time and money. I didn't know I had to focus in college because high school was such a breeze. I would have told myself I need to be dedicated, because now that I am a single mom of a two year old, things are much harder now. My life could have played out much differently if I had just been dedicated and I regret that very much.

I would tell my self to focus more in my classes. To work harder in my classes and to take more college classes over the summers. To go to all of my classes and to take them seriously. I would also tell myself to become more outgoing and to step out of my comfort zone. Not to go to the community college and to go straight to a 4 year college instead.

I would give myself the advice to get more help working on resumes. I think the biggest thing I would advise myself to do would to get assistance and or get out and do as much as possible to get college scholarships. They are not as easy to get as I had anticipated, and anything you can recieve makes a world of difference. Receiving scholarships make everything seem to work out and you don't need to worry about so much. I think that would be the best advice I could give my high school self.

If I could go back in time to my high school senior year, I would tell myself three things. One, learn to self-study. As of now I am a math and science tutor for my college and the major issue with students is that they have not learned to self-study in high school. I have found that in college you cannot learn the material without partially teaching yourself. Second, I would have told myself that I should not only volunteer in the field of work I am pursuing, but also job-shadow the people in that field. I have found that by volunteering or job-shadowing, it makes my resume better by giving me experience and hands-on knowledge of the degree I am pursuing (Chemical Engineering). Third and finally, I would advise myself to choose friends and aquaintances carefully becuase whom I hang out with or study with could potientially define who I am or who I become. Finding friends who keep me accountable for doing home work is great. If I knew in my senior year about self-study, volunteering, job shadowing, and picking the right friends, my life would be drastically different. Thanks so much!

Knowing what I know about college life now, I would love to be able to go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, just to tell myself to not stress, relax, and enjoy the ride. As a high school senior, I truly didn't know what was in store for me over these past two years. Back then, I had no idea that I would transfer twice after picking my original university to attend. Picking a college is such an exciting time, but as a student paying my own way through school, it soon became stressful when determining loans and payments, and trying to compact my education into the typical "four-year experience". Life eventually forced me to not rush school, which is the best thing that could have happened to me. I would love to be able to go back to my high school senior self and say to just take every hurdle as it comes. In the big picture, those speed bumps you encounter can only affect your college life if you dwell on them.

I would not give myself advice; I would just give myself some motivation and optimism. Senior year was rough because of how busy I was, how hard I worked, and how many friend I lost. I would just inform myself that the hard work will pay off and the friends I make in college will be more special than the friends I had in high school.

Although this seemed to be an unaccomplishable year with all my wrongs and mistakes , they have been the greatest use for me to improve for years to come and contributed to change my frame of mind from when I had entered college. Yet if I could give myself advice back in high school when I was a senior I would tell myself to stay focused, do not be afraid or embarrassed to get help on the things you do not understand because teachers do care if you understand the material, always remember the hard work you put in to getting where you are and continue to give school your all, and most importantly never stop to compare yourself to your peers. Your peers may have had what seems to you to be better experiences and opportunities but what you have gone through is just as important and the difference from what they went through will put you at an advantage for lots of things that will be thrown your direction.

If I could go back in time and speak to my younger self I would confirm that I did the right thing to follow my passion. Pursuing my language studies in Spanish and Chinese granted me such a wealth of knowledge that I feel more connected to the world and the people in it. I would, however, advise my eighteen-year-old self to be patient. I ought to have been more practical about affording college without parental help! There is more to a college education than the university name. Whether it be an Ivy League school or a community college, all that matters is the effort you put in! The degrees you can earn are merely the keys to achieving future careers and dreams. I would have liked to have started at a community college first before a private university. Had I made such a decision, I would not be faced with mounting student loan debt. In spite of my financial situation I have no regrets about studying foregin language. I would be sure to tell that young woman looking at colleges to not be fooled by prestige. I will make myself a teacher; not the university!

Old Shannon: "Hi, young me! Wow, you look good." Young Shannon: "Excuse me, ma’am. Like, do I know you?" Old Shannon: "All too well. I'm you 18 years from now, and I would like to chat with you about college." Young Shannon: "Well, most adults don't know what they're talking about. But, since you're me, I guess I could hear you out." Old Shannon: "My advice is to take a year off after graduation to travel. You see, I...you...we went to a very competitive university and proceeded to get very burned out. Sadly, we wished away our college experience. Hopefully, seeing the world will give you perspective and a better sense of yourself. Perhaps you'll even realize that nursing is our calling and you can earn the appropriate degree the first time around. I respect how hard you've worked, but it's time to start enjoying the journey. It will actually save you lots of time and money in the long run." Young Shannon: "You think so?" Old Shannon: "I know so. Oh, I almost forgot. Hang on to those hot pink Ray-Bans. They'll come back with a vengeance."

Thinking through my college experiences thus far, if I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would give myself irreplaceable advice: I would tell myself to stop worrying so much. In my senior year, I spent countless nights worrying about making the transition from high school to college, especially as I had been attending a cyber charter school for half of my school experience. I wondered what it would be like to be put back in a real brick-and-mortar school building; would I be able to pay apt attention to my professors, and what would making friends be like? In some ways, I just wanted to remain a kid for a little bit longer. Now, having experienced college, I would go back and tell myself that there is nothing to worry about, and that I would adjust fine, if not better, than my peers, because of my cyber charter school experience and the responsibility it inspired. Above all, I would tell myself that college is a new and wonderful experience that I will absolutely love, as it will allow me to grow much as a person.

If I could go back and give my high school self advice I would say several things. I would tell myself to go outside of my comfort zone. The most beneficial things I have done in college happened because I stepped out of my box and tried something new. I would also tell myself to not always be a people pleaser. If you do not feel comfortable in a situation, remove yourself from it. It is much more important to feel safe and comfortable than it is to please someone else. I would also tell myself to embrase the diverse atmosphere. The diversity on a college campus is very similar to the workforce and I have come to realize that I have benefited from being in such a diverse are and a college that celebrates individual difference.

I would give myself the advice about studying ahead of time for a test since in high school I would put it off until the last minute. Also I would tell myself that I just have to do the best that I can do since I am no other person than myself

College has made me open my eyes and realize that I actually have a future In this world. I could actually make a difference In someone elses life by going to school and learning so I can help others.

Out of my college experience I have learned that no one is going to always be there to give you a push. You have to be you're primary source of inspiration. College is a whole different ball game than college and if you're not careful you will strike out sooner than you planned. During my stay at Kutztown Univeristy I have leraned a valuable lesson when it comes to this ball game. Play fierce and play hard!

As a young teenager growing up in a poor Hispanic community, thoughts about going to college were never provoked. Looking back now, I can see how my surrounding influences were everything but educational. I had focused more on unfruitful activities in which one could expect a young teenager to be part of. I started working at the age of 13 and pursued unrealistic goals that negatively affected me at the end. Reality hit me at age 21. I returned to school with a huge motivation and determination. I knew exactly what I wanted to pursue and never felt more confident in my life. Since then, I have married, moved away from my hometown, and just finished my Associates Degree. I am excited for the new adventure my life is taking and plan to finish my Bachelor’s degree in History at UCF. I must say having college experience is much more than I had ever expected. It has given me great confidence in my work and social experience. I am able to relate academically with others and hold intellectual conversations. I believe that seeking education is what makes an individual better professionally and gives individuals opportunity for a quality life.

Although I have only been enrolled for one semester, going into my second, attending college has been so rewarding for me. I went to Kutztown knowing no one from my highschool, and have already made some long lasting friendships. I've always been a quiet person and this school has helped me feel comfortable in expressing my personal views, and being able to expand my horizons. Kutztown, as well as any other school, has really helped me to gain a great sense of repsonsibility. Not only am I responsible for getting my work done, but also doing basic things around our dorm. With this first semester I was also able to gain some friendships with a few of my professors, not only in my major, and they are always willing to help. This College has given me not only a step in the right direction but a leap; I cannot wait to see what the rest of my years here at Kutztown will have to offer.

My college experience beyond providing me with a foundational education has also helped me to grow overall as a person. This is in regards to relying on myself and learning how to navigate through life as an individual. Additionally, my college experience provided me with oportunities I otherwise would not have been exposed to, such as study abroad. I believe it is valuable to attend, because it is always admirable to be a continuous learned, but also because the possibilities are endless when you open your mind and heart to education and experiencing others.

Time management has been the ultimate goal for me in college. If one can take multiple courses and complete them in the alloted time; then it is well worth the american dream of completion. This goal will help anyone success in college and definitely savor the college experience of a lifetime. With time management being placed at the forefront of your college life style, the success in completing college and life turmoils are postponed. Time management in college will aid your completion of many goals in life and in tell should offer you the ease of entry into other goals. In summary, time management is the best acquired skill that should help a student in the future by previewing valuable life experiences. If one does not attend college, then he or she may be left out of important experiences such as activities on campus that could shape their life. The value of a college education and time management during college is a very valuable experience.

The most important thing that I have gotten from my college experience would be the understanding that a little bit of work and determination sets me apart from others. I have always struggled in life, my mother was a single parent that was supporting five children and battling breast cancer. It saddens me to say this but after seven long years she passed away leaving my brother, sisters and I to take care of ourselves. But her determination and drive to succeed is what keeps me going each day. She showed me that no matter how hard something may be, the right attitude and determination will make it happen and those that deserve it will overcome any and all obsticles and come out better in the end. Along with attending school, I am also in the US Army, the faculty and student body have accepted me and supported me in all of my endevors while attending. I will always remember Kutztown University for the rest of my life.

Although I am still attending college, I have thus far gained a sense of accomplishment that I haven't felt from anything else that I have done. I have gained a lot more confidence in my abilities and skills that I have been able to share with others around me. The real value for me has is not tangible, but carries an amazing amount of clout, memories. Every memory I gain from my experience in college is a life lesson that will have a net return on my life as I grow within my field and support the world around me.

College is where you go to start your career, it takes someone who's self-disciplined, a hard worker, and dedication to something that they want and desire having. It's been valuable to me because I will be the first out of my whole family on both sides to go to college, to get a degree, and to make something out of myself. The way you do in school is the way you will do in life, and I'm not going to pass this opportunity up by not doing my absolute best, and hardest to be where I desire to be in life.

When I first began Kutztown University at the start of this year I had, and to some extent still have, no clue as to what I want to major and begin a career in. To some, and for the most part to me before I actually began college, this may seem terrifying and unsettling, but for the short time I have been at Kutztown they illuminated and gave me insight to the endless possibilities I posses at this milestone in my life and gave me the mindset that, although it is to be taken seriously, I should not overthink and it is best to concentrate day by day sometimes. I am currently working on my General Ed. classes and for once am not so apprehensive about my future, but know I belong in school and hope to have astronomical and collegic goals for myself along the timeline of my life, where ever that may take me.

My college experience has been a long journey with plenty of hurdles to overcome. Like many high school graduates, I was unsure of what career path I truly wanted to walk. To be honest, I still am! A friend once told me, "Follow your heart, and the rest will follow." Although I stubbornly resisted his advice at first, I finally chose to pursue my passion, English Literature. Though English is not considered a "practical" field of study, allowing myself to fully embrace this major in college has been one of the most fulfilling and transformative experiences of my life. In the course of my studies, I have not only expanded and sharpened my communication skills, but I explored and wrestled with philosophical concepts that widened my understanding of society and the individual's place within it. My professors consistently encouraged my personal voice while guiding me toward clarity of expression, and my peers provided a dynamic forum within which they and I could discuss and develop our ideas. As I graduate this Fall, I am confident that my communication skills and my awareness of the power of words will be an asset in any career I choose to pursue.

College is a whole different breed of learning. It simulates your mind to think beyond a high school level. I love the fact that i learn things and think about them after in a whole new perspective. I have only completed one year of college, but i look forward to spending many more years there because it feels great to learn new things, the value of a college education can never be matched.

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I have learned a lot from my first year at Kutztown University. I have leaned about meeting new people and making new friends, and adjusting to a different lifestyle. I have learned the value of making goals and making those goals priorities. And I learned the value of putting those priorities first. My second semester goals were to make a 3.2 gpa. I failed miserably because I placed my goals in the back and just had fun. Now I look back on that gpa and really regret not focusing on that goal and making it a priority. I have learned how to have a proper mix of work and fun. I have learned about different cultures, and diversified myself in many ways. I have learned the value of hard work, and how it can get you to the places that u desire to be if u work hard to get there. I believe that my first year of college has helped me to mature and has taught how to achieve my goals, to ultimately achieve my dreams.

There are many things that I have gotten out of my college experience at Kutztown University. Most importantly, I received a quality education for a very reasonable price. I had gained friends as well as mentors. I also received the experience of living a "college life". This time period is usually for students who are transitioning from high school to the "real world", and I was in that time period of my own life while attending college. I was able to gain a great education and become acclimated to being a responsible adult at the same time. The friends and mentors were able to give advice that I did not receive from my parents to help me become who I am today. I have a well-rounded education thanks to my studying at Kutztown University, and the knowledge that will continue to be a part of who I am for the rest of my life. Knowledge does not go out of style and I can call upon it at anytime that I would need it in my future. It was an investment in me that was well worth it.

I've pick a rich crop of many fruits from Kutztown. A great education in Fine Art with a concentration in Printmaking has given me a vast knowledge about several art forms, including drawing, photography, painting, sculpture, digital art, video, and of course, printmaking. My experiences at Kutztown University have grown my knowlege of a variety of subjects that will help greatly me in the working world, and in family and social life for the rest of my life. Acedemically, school is preparing me adequately for success. Still the most valuable blessing that God has given me through Kutztown University is faith and friendship, and they have gone come to me through each other. My faith has drawn me to Godly, loveing friends and these friends have led me to a greater faith, godliness, and ability to love. Also God has used art and art making to grow me closer to Himself. Art, for me is a spiritual expirience to meditate on others art as well as my own, and a means of sharing my faith.

I have finally decided what I want to do for the rest of my life. That's big, right? Well for me it certainly is. Helping people and being around children have always been two passions of mine. Combining them into the Special Education Major has helped me proceed to my future career. Although, if it hadn't been for advisment and my fellow peers, I probably would have never known this would be a good choice. My roomate began in this major and made me see a different side to teaching. I honestly think this is what I want to pursue for the rest of my life, and thanks to the friends that I've met and my school I can truly say it has been worth every penny.

College hasn't only been a vast oppotunity for me, but also a great asset. My strongest experience that I can relate college to is a better understanding of the world around me. An understand of what has been done, and what needs to be done in order to progress society and help those who need it most. I have gotton a great sense of respect for the individuals who teach at colleges and how they help to progress society by endowing it with further generations of individuals ready to discover more about our natural world.

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Out of my college experience I have gotten to be more independent and I have also gotten to be more educated in my major. I know what I want to major in. It has been valuable to attend because it is on your own terms and you get to arrange your schedule the way that you want to so you can continue with you own life on top of school.

I entered college knowing that I was on my own and no longer had my mother telling me what to do. At first I was nervous that i would not wake up for class or do well at all, however as time has gone on I learned a new form of responsibility. I have always been very responsible with work and helping out at home, but when I started college I learned how to be responsible with my own well being and learned how to survive in life. I am capable of making good choices and fixing the mistakes I have made on my own. It has been very valuable for these reasons and also for the fact that I am making a good life for myself. I am continuing my education and I am in a very diverse enviornment which I believe helps greatly in the real world. College has been a great experience for me. It has made me grow not only to be more educated but has also shaped me into an over all better person.

So far I?ve learned more than just school/education lessons in my first semester and a half of college. I?ve learned how to live on my own, well mostly on my own, which has made me an even more mature person. Some of the most important lessons I?ve learned are life lessons that have changed me in ways that I?d never imagine could in such a short amount of time. I?ve seen people ruin their whole lives already; mostly from drinking and doing other things that aren?t legal. It has shown me that not only is the life others have chosen to live is stupid, but it also served as a pushing force for me to make the most out of my college experience. Therefore, each day I make the most of everything that I?m fortunate enough to have. I?m happy for the chance to further my ability to succeed in life and to make a better life for myself; all thanks to my experiences in college.

I come from a family with no college-graduates, minimal amounts of money, and a cultural-tradition that demeans women as nothing more than housewives. College was not suggested by my parents, but instead by friends from high school that convinced me it would further my success in life (thank goodness I took their advice!) My college experience has not only enlightened me academically, but has also sharpened my mind towards interacting with different kinds of people and boosted my confidence as an intellectual. Furthermore, the challenge of balancing my class schedule, schoolwork, and job strengthened my work-ethic and transitioned me into adulthood. Classroom work such as giving speeches, conducting research-projects, and working in groups allowed me to learn how to adapt in a team-oriented environment and learn respective ways to portray leadership, by taking personal initiative towards getting good grades. All of these are valuable characteristics for any career and would have been hard to attain without pursuing a 4-year plan at my university. I understand that the college experience is not meant to be easy, but instead a rigorous struggle. This way, when it comes time for graduation, I'll feel even more victorious.

College will be the best time of your life. You will meet new friends that will probably be your friends for the rest of your life. You will learn how to put your priorities into perspective. Learn when to study and get assignments done (with no one on your back) and when you can go out and party. Someone once told me that if you read your book and go over your notes before class everyday you will succeed. And you know,, I took that advise and I am doing a lot better in college than I did in high school.

If i could go back in time and tell myself what college is like I would first start off with telling myself to READ! Coming to college, with not having to actually work for my grades in Highschool was a big change for me. Most of a college students time is based on reading and studying. I would also inform myself to take my books more seriously then my social life, even though it is tempting. The transition is tuff and is not a joke. I was not aware of all the freedom that would be coming my way. If I could go back, I would have made sure I read more , practiced on vocabulary and speaking in front of large crowds. College is not so hard once you get the hang of it, but the transition can be tuff and especially if you are moving away from home.