I feel that although I have only finished one semester of college, I have learned a lot. The transition from high school to college was at first a challenge for me. It became not only about going to classes and completing assignments, but also taking on the responsibilities of becoming an adult. In class it is important to retain and actually understand what you are learning, as it is not only about passing the class but taking something away from that class. Since my college is big, it was easy to feel like the small fish in a big sea. I learned the importance of always being myself and reaming true to myself. It has been valuable to attend college because it helps to improve skills and has helped to expose me to the real world. I was doing well in English in high school, but when I started college I realized that although my writing was ok, there was definitely room for improvement as it is a valuable skill. After the semester, I feel that I have learned a lot and my writing has improved. College has also helped me to mature and help me become a better person.
What I got out of my college experience was a change of paths and a new perspective on what I can really do and become. For a long time, my view of the world around me was very limited, therefore I limited myself to just one possiblity of who or what I can be. After studying at NYU, I was able to broaden my horizons in ways I previously were unaware of, and even got to travel the world and immerse myself in various cultures that were previously out of reach. As a result of my time at NYU (and my previous experience at Hostos Community College, where I got into NYU via the Community College Opportunity Program) I went from simply wanting to be a writer to wanting to be an agent of positive change. Now, I am enrolled as a Master's candidate at The New School studying International Affairs with a concentration in Media and Urban Policy. I look forward to my journey ahead.
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The experience I'm having right now at my current college is amazing. I have my head on straight and am doing great in my classes. I am maintaining a GPA of a 3.8 and will continue to do well in school. Right out of high school I slack off for 2 year, not really caring about my grades and my future. It hit me about a year ago when my father passed away that I need to get my act together and make my family proud. If only he could see me now, I have done complete one eighty in school. I know now that in order for me to have a great future I need to do well in school. Thanks to my family I am on the right path to that great future.
I unfortunately was not able to get much out of my college experience, hence the reason I'm returning for a Master's Degree. I feel like I was constantly denied to push forward at school while they taught a lot of obsolete information regarding my field of work. I was very unsettled and thrown back especially by the fact that I was spending a lot of money at a highly competitive school that was also highly accredited. I believe that if I was to get anything out of school, that it was that I had to constantly work harder than expected and move three steps faster. For example my school denied me to apply to an internship, but I went ahead and found a job within my field to compensate for that in order to gain valuable real world experience before graduating. My school denied me to apply to a competition due to their constant change and not informing students, so I applied to the same but larger competition around America. I honestly don't believe that the school's motto could be, "Tough, work it out on your own" but that was all I felt like I gained.
I am so thankful for the experiences I have had at NYU. Leaving high school to enter the college world was one of the most intimidating experiences I have ever had--especially moving from a small town in Maine to one of the biggest cities in the world: New York! But NYU made the transition wonderfully smooth. I can honestly say that choosing NYU was the best decision I have ever made. Since starting at NYU, my life has changed so much, and I have grown to become a more confident, worldly and happy person! NYU opened me up to so many opportunities in the world and in myself, and inspired my work as both an artist and citizen of the world. I have learned so much, and I hope that I'm able to continue my education at NYU despite the high tuition costs. I love NYU and NYC, and both have become such big factors in who I am, and who I have become. I love my school, and I am so proud to be a student there. I am endlessly thankful for the wonderful experiences I have had there, and look forward to what's ahead.
We grow up taking things for granted when really hard work and consideration goes into it. Learning how to be independent also includes setting your priorities in order and going after what you truly need and desire. My main goal is not only to fulfill my academic needs but to learn how to live a happy, successful life by working to get what I want in life. I believe that life isn’t worth living unless you live for someone else. In this case, I live to succeed for my parents. My parents have overcome difficult strides as Americans, workers, and immigrants. My parents have low-income jobs and they have to pay for both college tuitions of mine and my brother’s. I want to do every to lift the strain and burden of college fees off my parents. I will do everything to work hard because one thing I know do not lack is determination. I have worked hard to get accepted into my dream school and I will not stop there, winning a scholarship will not only help me pay my tuition, but it will give me the hope to continue to work hard and never stop.
New York University is not for everyone, but it is undoubtably a great school. The Univeristy's main attraction is New York City, and coming from a very suburban town, it is a wonderful change of pace and lifestyle. I have been lucky enough to intern at some wonderful organizations and have had some amazing volunteer opportunities. Being able to live in New York has prepared me for the real world and has made me more conscious about living independently. My classes have ranged from mediocre to great -- depending heavily on the class size and the professor. However, many of my teachers are very involved in out-of-the-classroom projects and encourage us to use the city to learn, which has led to so many great experiences. Additionally, I was able to study abroad in Ghana through NYU, which was one of the most incredible, lifechanging opportunities I have had. I love going to a big university because there is such a diverse range of classes that I have the opportunity to take and there are unique groups of people to meet. While at first it can seem a bit impersonal and bureaucratic, friendliness and adventure can be found.
When I first arrived in New York, I didn't know what to expect out of my classes, peers, or professors. They have all been amazing and in the short amount of time I've been attending NYU, they have helped me grow. The classes are challenging, but they are incredibly valuable, and I have learned so much already. The professors are great. They seek to better each student that they teach. All of the students here are looking to succeed and they help each other, but also challenge one another to be the best. NYU has given me challenges, but a means to accomplish them. I feel more prepared to go out into the real world than I have ever felt. Not to mention I'm living in freakin' NYC! It's awesome here!
Attending college in the U.S. has been my dream since i was a child. Granting me this money will help me in paying for college. I came not long time ago to the U.S as Refugee escaping from a country at war. my family doesnt have enough money for me to attend the university that i wish to attend. my college experience at my community college was great, in terms of respect that you get from teachers and professors which is something that not many countries have, like my own. I made lots of friend and even the style of learning now is different than what i used to have. I really need to pursue higher education because if i have a suitable career and skill then i wont be humiliated by any human, because i can depend on myself and support myself. this money would extremely help me if i have the chance to get it.
College, to me, was a place for me to become who I was supposed to be, especially since I went to school in New York City. I've loved in the same city with the same friends and same surroundings my whole life. Being able to go to school on my own in a place like New York City gave me the chance to figure out who I am on my own. I'm excited to see where life takes me next- hopefully it's just as much fun as college was!
I have become much more aware of different lifestyles. I also, have been opened up to so many opportunities for community service and activities. I have become an active participant in the community in which I live. It's encouraged me to step outside of comfort zones, while also reminding me that I'm not an unbreakable force. It has prevented me from falling into the traps of a small town life, contentment and closed-mindedness. I have become more eager to learn and explore and also to educate those with lesser opportunity.
I have explored the city and learned a lot of new material from my classes and professors. NYU has been valuable to attend because there are always so many wonderful opportunities for success offered no matter what you are studying.
Attending college is completely different than highschool. Not only am i in a totaly different atmosphere but i also feel more independent than i had in highschool. I feel i am learning more about life and the value of a dollar as i save for each semester. College makes me feel like i am doing something great for my future because its my CHOICE to go.
The most important thing I got out of college was learning the unwritten and invisible code of behavior that is not taught in class. I learned to take a different perspective on my work and career. I learned it was not a "job" but a "career" and how important it was to portray that to potential employers. At the end of the day, college was worth it. The discipline to get the work done, the interaction with professors who were leaders in their industry and the time to transition to adulthood were all benefits. College is valuable as a transitional place and time where students can shed their old identities created by families, neighborhoods and friends and morph into a new person entranced with new ideas and possibilities.
I've really started to take much more value in my time and what I do. In high school, since I went to a public high school, there's no money involved and I basically made the whole experience a matter of passing time until graduation. But now that I'm in college, not only am I aware that I'm paying a whole lot of money to be here, but I'm seeing that I actually need to start taking direction in my actions. So many things I've stopped myself from doing before (taking dance classes, going to more club activities), because I thought I didn't have any control over my time. But now, I control my schedule, I control my curfew, I honestly do have a whole lot more freedom and along with that, a whole lot of more responsibility in what I do. College, I think, has made me make the best of my freedom and really try to get on top of things.
More than anything, I have learned to be independent not only in my studies but in life in general. Reality came crashing down my freshman year of college when I realized that I am completely in charge of my own education and my overall future. Because you are mostly on your own in college, you have to be constantly focused and proactive. This is hard to do while you are still figuring out what you want to do with you life and when your family is struggling financially. You are torn between the responsibility you have towards your family and towards yourself. You want to do something you are passionate about but you also want to make money in the long run. Thus, although you want to continue that journey of self-discovery you started in high school, you have to decide on a major early on and mold yourself around it. No matter how difficult the required courses may become along the way, it's important to just keep working hard because it is only with genuine hard work that you can achieve your goals AND achieve your happiness.
Coming back to college after being out of school for a few years was a decision that took some time for me to make; specifically because I did not enjoy high school. I attend a two year photography school where I received my associates. After working in the field for 3 years I wanted something more but couldn't figure out what. Something was missing from my life. After a trip to Africa, I figured out I wanted to go back to school for Anthropology. I realized that I wanted more from life and the first step would be to go back to get my degree. Being in school again I have learned more about the world, and myself. I was beginning to realize the potential that I have. I was being pushed by my fellow students, my professors and myself and it was a great feeling. My confidence was building and my intelligence was growing. I finally realized what I am supposed to do. And yes, college is expensive but what I am learning is priceless. My life is better because I went back to school. Slowly what was missing is getting filled and that is through college.
In my college experience, I have learned the importance of communication and teamwork. Communication with teachers, faculty, and other students is vital to earning a good grade; without skills in this area a student will struggle more than a student with these skills. Teamwork is also very important: reminders from other students is a great thing, and it is just as good to give as to receive. Sharing of notes, test dates, and other class related information helps both the person who shares and the one who needs these tools shared. Taking notes for a friend who may need to miss class, or for a teacher to have for handicapped student who needs a notetaker improves the note-takers skills and adeptness. Overall, classrooms are a great place to begin working on communication and teamwork because they are environments where we are graded on the quality of our work: to improve these grades we must do work on ourselves personally and this can be accomplished through the consious actions of helping others who may need it. Thank you for your consideration.
Going into college you never expect to end up learning so much, not only in regards to academics, but about yourself. New York University, being as open-minded and diverse as it is, has taught me to be true to myself. I've gained a multitude of cultural experiences. By being in the city, I get to experience a lifestyle that many college students only experience post -graduation, such as theatre, art, and meeting all kinds of people, ranging all ages. My personality, perceptions, and opinions have exponentially expanded. I could not place myself on any campus other than New York University's when thinking of a college education. I am being taught by world-renown professors and am surrounded by students from all over the world who are extremely intelligent, passionate, and eclectic. Where else can you get an educational experience like that? Being here at NYU I've learned two important lessons. I learned to never be afraid to break down the walls that are holding me back and that passion is key in everything you do. Attending NYU was one of the best decisions I have ever made and I don't regret it for a second.
My college experience has been valuable for a number of reasons so far. I attend a community college, so the diverse backgrounds and different types of people has been quite a pleasure to see and experience. I've gained a new sense of freedom going to college much different than high school. I attended a Catholic high school, quite strict, with uniforms and etc. In college I get to pick which classes I take, what I want to wear, eat, do and all that. No one is holding my hand or telling me what to do, it puts 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the responsibility on me. I especially like that type of learning environment because that more closely mirrors the real world. Although, I graduated only 5 months ago from high school, since I've started college my maturity level and attitude towards school has gone up. My reading and study habits have improved in just over a month of school. In my opinion college is most valuable because success in college will directly correlate with future success in your career choice which can and most likely will determine your ultimate success in life.
All colleges are places to explore and experience many thing; however New York Univeristy,NYU, provides much more. To attend this univeristy you need to know you can take care of yourself and be on your own during college. Unlike many other universities, NYU is placed in the heart of New York; you can't think of going to NYU as a typical college experience, you have to be open to the entire city as your college and social experience. As if this wasn't enough, the education that you will obtain at NYU is extreemly important; NYU will allow you to develop new perspectives of deas in all subjects while still allowing you to contribute your ideas. The teachers are not only brilliant, but are very understanding and very helpful when assistance is needed. NYU also offers great networking, NYU has thousands of opportunities in any field and has specialist that will meet with you and help you find internships, scholarships and even community service projects. With its location and all the opportunities NYU offers it makes one of the top ten dream schools. If I could, I would stay here forever.
Take all experiences as lessons, and never give up. Once you give up, theres absolutely no way you can win.
What have I gotten out my college experience is me being able to take a chance to learn great thing in life about what I want to do in life . To met great people who are just like me that are willing to learn and make great friends at the end. Also I got out of college is the respect for myself willing to work hard and finish the job right a student and also me willing to learn and make it through. The real experience that I got from college is that I learn how to be a true adulit to do what right in my life. As a student learning is somthing that you take hold of and really do for myself. Beside the school and the fun just being able to hangout out side before class and to eat noodle mostly everynight has been the most great experience for me at my college . which is Lincoln college and I won't change it for the world. My collge is very Valuable to me bacause that were i started my life and my experience and I plane to finish my experiene their as well as a student.
College has been one of the best experiences in my whole entire life. I have been in college for 5 years now doing part time, becuase i am a mother. But I have learned alot. I've grown in many aspects of my life. The way i see life, is different and the way i lead my life. I have met many people from all walks of life. Professors that have changed my life because of the way they believe in their students. Friends that i can truly call friends. Lessons ive learned, that i will take with me down the road. College is sincerely one of the best times in a persons life;You learn so much and meet so many people that will teach you things as well. Everyone should attend a college or University of some sort. It brings alot of meaning into ones life. And it gives you so many different oppurtunities, ones that people dont get if they decide not to attend.
Has college ever afforded you a life changing experience? I would say that my experiences in college have literally changed not only my life but my view of life in general. I never expected it, and it happened in such a powerful way. I started out nursing school with big dreams of helping people and providing a better future for my son. In the first semester of clinical, I had patients who were dying of cancer, who had heart failure, who were in a diabetic crisis, or otherwise debilitated. It was a reality that was eye opening for me. I had to evaluate my commitment to this profession and I had to face my own spirituality and mortality. It takes an emotional toll at first, but there was a point at which I made a decision that I was making a difference for these patients… and that was significant and I now realize that I am serving a greater purpose. Nursing is not only about medicine, but about care and dedication to the spiritual needs of the patients and their families.
My college experience thus far has been eye-opening and valuable to everything I intend to do in the future. First of all, living in New York City has enabled me to meet people that are very different from myself and who have different values and traditions. I grew up in a suburban town in Massachusetts that was not very diverse, so this has been a great experience for me. Also, I intend to pursue a career in the field of education, which would not be possible without a college degree. I love NYU's department of Teaching and Learning, which is a close-knit community within the larger university. I am sure that my experience at NYU will shape my whole future and will open doors for me to pursue graduate study followed by a hopefully fulfilling and successful career.
My college experience has been more that valuable to me. It makes me feel more successful with my life. I am being educated while also improving my future. Attending college gets you closer to reaching those goals you have in a career. Not only does it help me with education but it helps me network with other people. I want to be the one in my family that gets all the way through college unlike my mother or father but I need scholarships to help me do that.
A lot of people tell you college is the place to party and live it up, and there is a lot of pressure to do that sort of thing from those who don't really know what college is and ought to be about. College is about learning. I am not talking about learning dates, formulas and numbers like we did in high school, rather real opportunities to learn about the world and life beyond your field of study. I have met so many interesting professors, who, besides the material they master, offer incredible insight just being themselves to life as a thinking, interesting adult. The library is full of books on every topic imaginable, and we can check out up to 200 books at a time! I have all the knowledge of the world literally at my finger tips. That and the volume of clubs and sport teams at college provide limitless opportunities to develop new skills and passions. For me, college has been about taking the opportunity to safely and easily explore my world and find the things I love to do, something I will never be able to do at any other time in my life.
When I arrived at NYU, I was freightened, excited, nervous, and all the other textbook emotions that every college freshman carries with them. As each day passed by those emotions transformed into happy, excited, stressed, relaxed, and all the other emotions that result from being release from parental and high school restraints. I was finally running my own life, deciding every second of every day what to do and how to do it. I wallowed in misery, exploded with joy, collapsed from exhaustion, screamed from my workload, and partied with the best of them. But through each emotion downtrodden and uplifted, I was independent. Making choices good and bad, fullfilling responsibility and failing to succeed, it was all my own. There is not anything in the world I would give up my new life for. Everything that happens is enjoyed by me and suffered by me. And that, friends, is a feeling that I will never let go of.
I thought I had everything figured out; college gave me a healthy dose of reality. I learned that I have limits. I learned that I can, in fact, be wrong; something my 18-year-old self could not comprehend. I learned humility. I learned to pick my battles and I learned the very hard lesson that sometimes the battle I choose to fight will be a losing one. I learned that I am funny and sarcastic, and perhaps even more naive and idealistic than I'd like to admit. I learned how to fail and how to succeed. I learned that sometimes it's all about who you know and other times you won't get anywhere without hard work. I learned that I can't be friends with just anyone, and not everyone will want to be friends with me. I grew up in a small North Dakota town and attended college in the biggest city there is and I experienced the scariest and most exhilirating four years of my life. I wouldn't trade a single one of my successes or failures and without my college experience, I wouldn't be the person I am today.
Leaving my home to attend NYU has challenged me as well as broadened my world view. I have met countless people who are completely different from myself, and experienced things I never thought I would have the chance to experience. I have worked diligently academically, as well as outside of the classroom with jobs, internships, and extracurricular activities. One of the most unique aspects of my experience, however, has been life in NYC; seeing shows, attending concerts, going to museums, participating in poetry slams, and even meeting the occasional celebrity- the options are endless, and have provided me with the opportunity to learn about the world outside of my previous understanding. Additionally, being surrounded by other students who are passionate about their interests is invigorating. I learn so much from the people around me, and have subsequently become a more diverse and loving person. The difficulties I have encountered at NYU- living thousands of miles away from family and friends, adjusting to a new life, and overcoming horrific roommate experiences- have helped to shape me into the person I want to become. What you learn in class is important, and what you learn from your overall college experience is invaluable.
My college experience taught me the value of self preparation and hard work. It is true that my parents paid for most of my tuition, but I covered everything I could with part time jobs and work study. It is important to prepare for the next step as an independent. I have watched my father grow older with each passing day and am doing all that I can to make sure that I can relieve him of the burden of raising and financing my dreams. College taught me to find the resources I needed for myself and how to always be prepared for the good and the bad times. It has also taught me that passing people I meet could become very important parts of my life. I am grateful for the help and support that I receive from my family and friends in my endeavors. It has not been an easy journey, but I am fortunate that it has been a supportive and relatively sucessful one.
I grew up in upstate NY. I had been to the city many times, and new that it was where I wanted to be, but I wasn't sure if I could really live there and be happy. When I got to NYU I was overwhelmed. The student body is huge. I was sure I would never find people that I could be close with in with so many people to meet. Although NYU is huge, it is not homogeneous. Once I got up the courage to start meeting people, it became very clear how important a diverse student body is to a college experience. I met so many interesting people that I never would have met if I hadn't attended NYU. I received an amazing education from NYU that has allowed me to succeed professionally beyond my expectations. However, more importantly I made a group of friends that I now consider my family. We found each other amidst the tens of thousands of other students and have loved and supported eachother for more than ten years. I am eternely grateful to NYU for giving me the tools I needed to succeed professionally and personally.
Although I have not been at college for very long, I have learned a lot in my time here. The most important thing however has been independence. The first semester I didn?t sleep, didn?t eat right, stayed on Facebook for forever, and never contacted my family. I was miserable. For second semester I made a list of resolutions ? to get between eight hours of sleep every night, to exercise regularly, to limit my time on the computer and spend more free time reading, volunteering, or getting an early start on my homework, and to call my family as often as possible. Giving myself more of a routine and also more purpose has made me happier and healthier. Also, many college students forget to really appreciate and thank their families for getting them to where they are now. I know that my parents know of my gratitude when I call them just to see how they are doing and let them know what went on with my day. College is a time of major changes, but making sure you are taking care of yourself and the ones you love should always remain a part of anyone?s routine.
I returned to college after taking an 8+ year leave and I have realized it means a lot more to me now than it did back them. I am remembering what school is all about, like when it was fun to do homework and learning new things. When I was fresh out of high school I thought like a lot of people, that I already knew EVERYTHING. However, I have all but forgotten everything I "learned" back then and am relearning everything again! I am learning about art and humanities and that biology really is fun. I have 4 small children, and we sit and do homework at night and they see me struggling with my lessons and it makes them feel better about themselves when they struggle with theirs. The clich? that you can?t teach an old dog new tricks, well HERE I AM, an old dog learning a lot of new tricks and loving every minute of it.
As an undergraduate student of NYU, I received a stellar education from a prestigious university in the heart of New York City. I had the opportunity to study abroad in Madrid, Spain, where I honed my Spanish speaking and writing skills. I was able not only to gain knowledge in an academic setting but also to learn to be comfortable with my identity as an Asian American gay woman. Growing up in Nebraska, I had learned to hide who I truly was out of fear of familial and peer rejection and violence. Attending NYU, I encountered many others who shared my identity, and I learned to accept myself and to be proud of who I am.
I have gotten so much experience, living on my own in New York CIty, as well as in another country during my semester abroad, that ahve taught me how to be my own person. I've explored different fields of study, different cultures, new ideas and perspectives that have opened my mind and helped me not only figure out who I am as an individual, but helped me grow as a person.
My college experience has helped me better understand how big/small the world is, how diverse/similar we all are. Professors, classmates, dorm mates, friends have opened my eyes to the different cultures that are all around us through curriculum presented and life stories shared. My education has shown me that different states, countries, religions, upbringings, cultures, etc., provide an array of diverse people, yet we are much the same in our basic needs and desires. Appreciating diversity and understanding common ground will be invaluable for helping me try to change the world in positive ways in the future.
I completely loved NYU and miss it now that I am in grad school. Even though it didn't have a traditional campus, it is truly a dream school. I learned so much about myself and the world around me. They have a tremendous Gender & Sexuality studies course and have a diverse population in many aspects. Wish it wasn't so expensive, but I am 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure that attending NYU was one of the best decisions I ever mad and has undoubtedly put me on the path for success! Proud to be an NYU alumna!
I would tell myself to look alot closer at all of my options. For a while, I felt like going away to college was not the right choice for me. I reluctantly filled out my applications to a few schools and scholarships (a few of which were late) and got into my second choice school but just barely. I didn't apply for as many scholarships as I could have and I regret that now. I wold tell myself that the numbers on a piece of paper don't look like much right now, but when you multiply them by four and add on the cost of grad school, it's enough to keep you up at night. If I could give myself any advice, it would be to take advantage of every opportunity each school offered me and apply for every scholarship I qualified for.
The only advice that I think I could give myself would just be to be prepared for everything about your life to pretty much turn upside down and change completely. I think that even some of my core values have changed in the past three years - what I thought was important in high school turned out to be not nearly as essential to life as the things that I always seemed to take for granted. If I could go back, I would tell myself that I should think less about which college would make me successful and think more about where I would be happy. My experiences at NYU have taught me that success should be measured in happiness above all else. College is a time where you have the opportunity to figure out what makes you happy and figure out ways that you can make yourself happy every day. I wish that my high school self knew that life was as simple as that.
You don't know who your real friends are until you come back from winter vacation. Everyone is in the same boat as you are to start off as a college freshmen - seek out those who will stay with you through thick and thin. Do not let yourself change for others. Take liberties to develop who are and make mistakes in time you'll learn and evolve into the most amazing person you can be.
If I were to go back in time to as a high school senior konwing what I know now I would encourage myself to start the college application process sooner and also I would tell myself that I don't need to be discouraged, because of my financial situation and that I need to keep my grade high. I would tell myself to be optimistic, be diligent and take action. Taking the first step toward a college education is the start of something great. I would then tell myself that college is a big change, because you may not see your current friends and life bumps do sometimes occur. Most of all I would tell myself that I need to stay positive no matter what happens, because anything is possible. That is what I would tell myself if I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior.
If I could go back and talk to myself as a High school senior I say stay persistant. I would say don't let a couple of disappointments or obstacles in the transition to college cause you to slow down and lose the same drive that you have. As a high school student you may have been able to manage your time well enough in high school you will have to learn better skills in time management before you get to college and become so overwhelmed that it feels as if the world is crashing down on you. Its only your fault because its your life and your future. You shouldn't be afraid of asking for help from your advisors and family, pride can sometimes damage you more than other people can. Finally don't let your major and career choices be shaped by what others want you to do. Just because they say they have your best interests doesn't mean those interests really are for you. Sometimes its better to be a bit undecided on a major before you make any major commitments that will interfer with you pursuing other interests later on.
College is the place where you learn who you really are on the inside and out. You get to see in what areas you are truly strong, and also the places in you life where you need alot of help. I often wish that I would have known exactly what I was getting into before I came to college. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would give myself some very helpful advice. A great deal of time would be dedicated to explaing the importance of time management. I feel that once you have mastered this concept everything else becomes second nature. With all the activities accessible on campus, you could really load yourself down when it comes to planning school work around a social life and (as a commuter) home life. You have to learn to evaluate what is priority and what is more "pleasure". Things that may seem the most entertaining are usually last on the list of things that are most important. You should always remeber to do what you have to do so that you can then do what you want to do. This is key!
After completing two and a half years at New York University, I have attained experience on academic work, life outside thte classroom, and life in the real world. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there are many aspects to college that I would prepare myself with. The biggest advice would be to start saving any little bit of money, which can help buy college textbooks and pay for various other things such as food and transportation. I would also tell myself that NYU is unlike any other school: it is located in downtown NYC and does not have a real campus. NYU is in and part of the city, with dorms located in various downtown locations. As a result, students have to take into consideration transportation and extra time to get to class. I would tell myself that college is completely different from high school: in order to keep a social life outside of class, you really have to make an effort because students at NYU lead busy lives. The workload in college is also much more than students realize while still in high school. Lastly, just have fun.
During my senior year of high school, there was literally not enough time in one day to accomplish everything that I needed to accomplish -- AP and honors classes in high school during the day, participating in a local ballet company after school, band practice and college applications to complete in the evenings. I was warned that college was very intense, but it seemed as though the college application process was already a full time job! I was used to being involved in many different activities in high school, and I was often bored when I began to attend college. SUNY Brockport is located in a small town west of Rochester, NY. Due to the fact that I do not own a car, I often feel isolated from opportunities of employment and internship. Although the education that I recieve at Brockport will help me to fulfill all aspects of my career goals, the importance of the location of a university is highly important. If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would advise myself to consider not only the academic reputation of a university, but also the opportunities offered by the surrounding area.
If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior the first thing I would say is "APPLY TO MORE SCHOLARSHIPS" becuase college is really expensive, and that's not including the costs of books and eating. I would also tell myself to buy more textbooks online and make a little more time for sleep in my schedule. I would tell myself to highlight more things while reading because it really helps while studying and writing papers. I would tell myself to try out for the fencing team. I would tell myself to do more of my homework at school because at home it's too noisy. And I would tell myself to work even harder, make even more amazing friends, not get stressed out, and enjoy it because these are going to be the best years of my life.
Slow down. Take a breath and take your steps a little bit more deliberately than you are right now. As exciting as it is, and as much of a dream come true it has been to get accepted to NYU, think rationally. It's not all about big city lights and fairy tales, this is hard work. And you know that; you've worked 4 long years to get here, blood, sweat and tears. Now if you stumble, there will always be people to help you, I promise. But be aware of the reality of the world so that you won't stumble, so that you won't fall down. This can be an amazing opportunity or an amazingly intimidating challenge. You can do it. You always could. It's just about using your head now a little more than your heart, which has been leading the way this whole time. Slodw down. You're only 17, and the rest of the world can wait if it takes you a little bit to finally come into your own. This isn't a race, this is the first chapter of your adult life. You're gonna be great.
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