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well first of all i must say that if some wants to go to college is because they want to learn and do new things , so the most that i have got from my college is experience and a lot of knowlege and for the same reason it has been valuable to attend to college. thats the most important part, but also metting new people is one of the things that college can offer to me , so every time that i wake up at 4:20 in the morning the first thing that i think of is: what is it gonna be today? more knowlege more people to meet and more things that required a solid mind that knows what i want to do with my life, become succesfull and finally do what i like the best: keep learning every single day. thank you for your time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am an African American female and most people like me don't have the privilege to even attend and open house but thank god and my parents I have been able to experience many terrific things at Pace University. I've become more independent and more understanding of the real world and what a college student is to really do. Attending this college has been valuable to me because I rememeber calling the Admissions Counselor everyday to see if i was accepted. When I entered the school the first day I remembered my great grandmother that had passed away in July and how I had promised her I would go to college

There are two aspects out of my college experience that has made it extremely valuable for me to attend. I've had many great job positions and I majored in something that I didn't think existed, but has opened my eyes tremendously. There is no doubt that if I did not attend Pace, I would still be a terrible writer, which means that I wouldn't feel confident writing this right now, I wouldn't have gotten all of the experience I got from my employment opportunities, and I wouldn't have learned about the silent racism, sexism, and classism that occurs throughout the world. Many Women's Studies courses that I've taken so far have no doubt changed my life; the most life changing class had to be a course that discussed child marriage, female genital mutilation, child soldiers, child sex trafficking and so on. Because of these courses that I've stumbled upon out of the blue, I strive to make this world a better place for people, especially those in undeveloped countries. I am also a Psychology major and Pace is definitely preparing me to be a Psychology Graduate student.

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My advice about college life is that it is very exciting. It introduces you to things you never knew existed. You see the world with different eyes. College opens your mind to new interests you didn't know you had. You have so many different courses to take that high school doesn't offer. The transition from high school to college was easy because in college you are treated like an adult. You don't the same restrictions you would have in high school. Many of my fellow students I meet come from different backgrounds and social status. Its fun to hang with them and exchange our thoughts and ideas. My strong advice is that college not only prepares you for your future. It also opens up options you wouldn't have unless you went to college. I as a student that resides on campus feel that is the best experience about college life. Living on campus will make you feel independant. You learn to live with strangers that have different interest and habits then you, but you learn to find the middle ground so you can enjoy each others company. College live is enriching and fun.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that adaptation is one of the stepping stones in life that should be viewed as an exciting opportunity rather than a cause of anxiety. In the weeks prior to my transition to college, I had a great deal of anxiety about being taken out of my "comfort zone." I was very involved in my high school and my community, and had a close network or friends and colleagues that I could look to for advice and guidance. I thought that once I moved to college, I would lose these relationships. I believe that the idea of "starting over" is a major cause of fear for college bound students. However, it should be looked at in a positive light. Having a "clean slate" is an exciting opportunity. The relationships you create throughout high school will stick with you throughout adjusting to college, and will help guide you in adjusting to a new chapter in life. Adapting to change is part of life. It is simply a chance to create the person you want to be in the world.

If I could go back in time knowing what I know about college know, there would be a little guy on my shoulder that would have yelled in my ear every day, ?Hey you! Yeah you in there! Did you ever thing about what you?re going to do when high school is over?? I would have started the very day I became a senior and told myself to take the placement test at Seattle Central Community College, and do running start. Then I would have been one year ahead of everyone, and my school would have paid for it all. I would have gone down that hall? The one by all of the administrative offices? The one hall that ALL the students were afraid to go down. And I would?ve gone into the college center and talked to someone about what I could have done to better prepare for college. I would have asked my dad for money to take the S.A.T.s, asked friends and family who they knew outside of Washington so I could have starts looking for school to go out of state, applied for financial aid, gotten letters of recommendation and more.

College is what ever you make it out to be; fun is easily had at the cost of academics and relentless studying can cause you to miss out on unforgetable life experiences. Balancing academics with enjoying life will ultimately determine how successful and happy you are during your college years and posiibly for many years after. Exploit every opportunity you can, social, academic or any other type of opportunity that should arise, but never lose sight of what is most important. Experience new things every chance you get, deliberately put yourself out of your comfort zone and never be afraid to fail. Take advantage of second chances whenever they should arise but never expect to be given one. Make your college years into the best years of your life.

Going back to high school, I honestly believe that teachers only give students a few standard answers on what the college experience will really be like. They warn you about the change in workload, and learning how to manage your time. Going into college, you expect to struggle with those things for a bit, but really, those are the things you can most easily get used to. If I could talk to my high school senior self, I'd tell her that the real management skills come with trying to figure out what days you can class without A) getting totally lost and B)exceeding your absence limit. I would also tell myself not to let social drama get in the way of school, because you'll continue needing the things you learn in school, but realisitcally you'll never speak to half of the people you spent so much time worrying about. Essentially, I'd want to tell my senior self to learn to prioritize now, because as time goes on, you'll only have more things added to your plate, and knowing what's really important will be crucial.

I would utilize my extra time looking into every type of scholarships that I can be eligible for. Prepare myself in advance to face the heavy course load. Try to capture the knowledge of different countries around the world to expand my comprehension ability and social skills. Attending college has made me more alert about the universe by engaging in a diverse group such as different culture, ethnicity, religion and their original origin. All this is very valuable for an individual going into the psychology field.

If I could go back to high school and give myself advice as to my college career I would tell myself to make sure to pursue my dreams and to become involved on campus. I would tell myself to break out of my comfort zone when going to college and allow myself to get to know all of the other amazing students on campus who each have a unique story and something to offer. I would tell myself to enjoy my time in college because before you know it you'll be graduating and either searching for a job or applying to graduate or professional schools. Above all though, I think the most important piece of advice I could have given to myself would be to encourage myself to discover what I am passionate about and never let an opportunity pass me by.

Younger self, ditch the video games and go out. It's a chance to meet new people, and lose weight and network. Look at the gut on you, it's not exactly attractive. Go out, hang out, lose weight. And don't drink soda so much, just sleep.

I would have saved some money and probably been employed with a full-time job. I would definitely have visited more campuses and studied harder for the college admission test.

College is a new beginning, a new start. If you have done poorly in academics when you were in highschool, college gives you a chance to start over. College is very different from highschool. Attendance is not mandatory and you have to manage your own time. One thing that I want to emphasize to you is that opportunities don't just walk to you. You have to find your opportunities to success. It would be great to maintain a high GPA when you are in college, but don't dedicate your whole college life into getting straight A's. Experience new things and get involved in activities, clubs, and organizations. Participate in events that will liven your spirits and most importantly, don't block others from coming to you.

On the unchartered waters of out-of-state education, my cell phone has been a mandatory part of my communication process with parents and friends, in order to obtain advice on situations that I had not anticipated. The most daunting challenge was acclimating to the two new roommates I encountered; somehow, one can never get an adequate assessment of a personality over Facebook. It is absolutely essential to meet with your potential roomates prior to your cohabitation. Only then can you get an authentic "feel" for how you will adapt. Another simple, but oft-forgotten practice, is placing your student I.D. in a readily accessible area of your wallet, as you will call upon it daily. Professors have after-hours time for consultation, and even if you have a handle on the classroom scenario, it is imperative that you make time to visit with them, as their information is sure to enlighten you and the rapport you will establish is crucial to getting a fabulous character reference. Also, toilet paper and water don't grow on trees (well, actually they do) and it behooves one to have an adequate supply. Above all, have a positive attitude.

Stay in touch with your friends back at home. Some may have been the most rewarding friendships in your life. You did a fine job at working really hard in high school and it has paid off. Keep on doing what you are doing. Start listening to music. Look for an apartment first. Do your homework in calculus because you could have recieved a letter grade higher. Become more social in high school so you have some practice. Also, start dating so you can also have practice. Bring your coats with you because its cold in the east coast.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself in high school, I would tell myself to study harder and stop skipping classes. What I didn't know is that by skipping classes, I created a habit which followed me to college and made going to class incredibly difficult. Also, if i knew to study harder in high school, studying for finals and exams in college would be easier for me. The work is completely different, but the habits formed follow you to college and either help you or screw you over.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have said to myself to take the challenge. As a senior in high school I opted out of advanced classes and extra classes that could have counted for a lot in college. If I knew then what I knew now I would tell myself to take those classes becuase the credit counts towards college and those classes would have prepared me for what college is like because they were college level courses. I would go back and tell myself stop being so lazy because no one in college is going to treat me like a baby and its not going to be like high school. This semester in college was a bit overwhelming because I was not prepared for the work load because I was lazy in high school. I took the easy way out senior and the one most important I would tell myself is go for the challenge but it counts and is beneficial to me in college.

work hard in high school. College is not what you think it is. It is not fun and partying everyday like your friends be telling you. Doing finals and miderms, the library is packed as it can be. Tests are vey stressful. Should have done better in my high school year, now looking bad, I wish I had done alot better. Wish I had work harder than I should have.

The things that I was nervous about going into college are the things that worked themselves out beautifully; the small circle of friends that's now my family, a random dorm assignment in my now-favorite neighborhood, the discovery of Trader Joe's and Forefront Church. It was the things I wasn't worried about, the things I could never prepare for, that hit me the hardest; how quickly friendships dissolve when there's great distance between them, how it feels to hear of your parents' impending divorce over the phone, a roommate who makes pasta at 2am in the bathtub (don't ask...). These bends in the road, these unexpected realities, were all the more poignant, crushing, hopeful, real because they were just that: unexpected. So if I were talking to myself as a high school senior, I wouldn't comfort or warn myself of these. No, I think I'd say to be still in moments of pure joy and drink them in. Don't try to prepare for every situation. Store up snapshots of bliss. Because when life disappoints you, hurts you, these provide more strength and hope than any preparation ever could.

Knowing what I now know about college life, I would go back in time to when I was a high school senior and tell myself one simple word: BREATHE. I have been a straight A student all my life and was worried that I would not be able to remain a straight A student in college. This concern came about at the beginning of my senior year when I spoke to students who had graduated in the past about what they think of college. From asking various people, I realized I was receiving the same answer from most: ?College is so much harder than high school.? This reaction made me apprehensive about my college experience. Now as a second semester freshman at Pace University, I can honestly say college is not as scary as I had assumed. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself, ?College is not as terribly difficult as everyone is making it seem. It is an excellent time to take advantage of the many opportunities you are offered. Just continue your good study habits and remain organized and focused. As long as your motives are clear from the start, you cannot go wrong.?

Looking back in my senior year in High School , I would change the amount of money i spent in senior dues and prom. I would spend les money on that and prepare for the amount of money i need for books and fees that loans do not pay for. This would save me time and the stress I had as i began my freshman year in college. I would also aplply for more scholarships because I had a hard time taking out loans especaily last mintue. I was so close t not being able to go to school on time because i did not have all the money that was needed to move in. knowing all this now I would be on a better start for college, being the first in my house to go to college the process was very long and hard. I had to understand everything by myself then explain it to my mother after I understood the process applications etc. The college process was very hard and stressful knowing all of this i would plan out mu time better in senior year, spend money wisely and save money as well.

I would definitely tell myself to keep going, that I was almost there and that I was going to love the first semester of college. I would tell myself to keep working hard on the AP classes because those extra credits definitely came in handy in skipping many a boring required freshman core class. The biggest advice I would give myself would have been to work harder at applying for scholarships. With the crash in the job market and the sudden financial problems that plagued our family, I almost had to drop out on a few occassions. As I look for scholarships now, I realize that I could have gotten so much more money as a high school senior, and maybe could have avoided a lot of my finance-related headaches throughout the semester!

Go to a community college. Save some money while you learn and take the time to make an educated desiscion about your education.

If I was granted the opportunity to go back in time and meet the ?High School? Moises, I would give him helpful advice that will make the transformation of a typical High School senior to a hard working College student, an enjoyable smooth ride. I would make him understand that true learning doesn?t come from memorizing things; it comes from understanding why things occur, like chemical reactions. I would tell him helpful study techniques for he can develop strong studying habits. I would teach him how to manage his time effectively, to avoid assignment build up. To use his gym membership, his love for sketching, and poetry to relieve any stress that occurs throughout the semester. To not be afraid to meet new people when he enters college, for he is entering a new world filled with professionals and students who are trying to achieve their goals. I will prepare him mentally for the inevitable intimidating transition from being a teenager, to becoming an adult. And finally to assure ?High School? Moises, that everything is going to be better than expected.

I would say these words to myself, Mayra you have one life to live and in some cases only one opportunity of each kind to encounter your life, take advantage of every knowledgable oppotunity that comes your way in this moment of freedom from children, from aging, and from guilt of waisted time in your life. I will make sure to remind myself every morning that I will choose to plant a grain or (a sacrifice) at a day, of what I expect in my future to be enjoying. Purposely wil I be thinking of ways of how I can eliminate any lazy feeling, destructible fun activities, bad influential friends, and negativeness from my behalf. At night I will meditate on what I acomplished each day and I will also be repeatedly saying to my self do not focus on where you are right now, but instead focus on where your going to be once you are done with you career. Mayra enjoy the journey, even in the rough moments; while you live imagening your dream of the most succesful profesional. LIFE IS WONDERFULLY REWARDING ALWAYS, WHEN WE WISELY MAKE THE RIGHT SACRIFICIAL DESITIONS AT THE RIGHT TIME. Sincerely: Consience.

Since I couldn't afford every college, I would have look more closely at colleges to see if they fit me. A little thing I would do is look at the yea the college was founded. If you noticed the colleges that are founded early such as the 1800's, 1700's or even 1500's are more developed colleges because as the time change, ithelp the campus to grow in different ideas and programs to improve the campus for future classes to come. Later schools such as the 1900's are smaller and developing colleges. These colleges are still a little new and changes are happening and ideas are building now and it will take some time to grow. Also paying attention to when colleges send me information, if it takes a long time, or if its deliver on time. If its not delivered on time then most likely alot of other things wouldn't be as well.

Knowing what I know now about college , I would have chosen not to go as far as I did to go to school. I would have also applied early action to schools. Also i would have chosen a school in a more urban setting. Most importantly I would not have taken advantage if the great food because college food is horrible.

If I could go back, I would change many things. I would have created better work habits and would have told myself to be more studious. Included in this I would have preached to work harder in class and wouldn?t have procrastinated as much. I would have looked for more challenges academically to help me better handle the pressures of college work. If I could go back I would also change things socially. I would have created a system to help balance out school work with my social life so I could have benefited from both equally.

I would have been more patient with new experiences and acquaintances and not gotten as caught up in making first impressions. People are people and you need to accept them in all their diversity and flaws. I would have been a bit more outgoing and not partied as much either.

I would have told myself to calm down and that anywhere I choose I can make the best situation of. Even though I had a bad experience at my first school, it was a learning experience. One of my biggest worries was the social and educational aspects of the school I would choose my senior year. I would have told myself to look deeper into colleges that excelled in my particular major of interest and had a diverse population. I am a transefer student from a school in upstate New York in the middle of nowhere. I would have screamed at myself not to apply to someplace I could not escape from and wander off the campus. I needed space and independence, something I could not get at my first school that I now have at Pace. I wish I looked for a school that would allow me to discover myself and grow because my original school fed on my insecurities and trapped me in there ways. At Pace I have changed and become more confident and knowledgeable and I have an amazing social life. It was a struggle but I'm very happy where I'm at.

1- Get certified in something. 2- Start working towards something bigger and indepedant. 3- Develop yourself in an art or a special interest. If you do something you love, you will always get paid for it because if a desire exists in you then there are people who will share it, learn of it, and help you develop it.

I will tell my self I made a great choice. No regrets, just focus.

Dear Dana, If I could go back in time, I would tell you to not jump to conclusions about people and your environment as quickly as you did as a freshman. I would remind you to be patient and not expect to get everything all at once. It takes hard work to succeed in college, and you're doing just great. Pat yourself on the back more often but try not to procrastinate too much. Speak up and be counted. You have a lot to offer your college and you deserve the success you earn!

No matter what, stay motivated and look at the big picture- what is ahead.

I would tell myself to keep working hard in all my classes. I would tell myself to always look for scholarships that will help me pay for college. Also take the time out to make memories with everyone I went to school with and not regret. Also its important to study hard and keep on top of your school work. Once you enter college you?re not a baby and there?s no one to carry you or make sure your doing what has to be done. The last thing I would tell myself is learn as many lessons as you can without it being at your cost. That means learning from others mistakes.

For the students, I would recommend that they don't stress out too much about finding the "perfect" college. Make sure you make the decision based on where you want to go and not solely on what your parents want. If you find that you don't like it, you can always transfer. It won't be the end of the world. Enjoy the rest of your high school years and don't let getting into the right college stop you from that. College isn't everything. It's important, but so is life. It's not completely about the grades. As long as you do what you love in life, while being able to support yourself, you've succeeded. Success is not merely getting the degree. Several people who graduate end up working in areas not even related to what their degrees were. Your parents just want what is best for you by making sure you're getting an education, but don't be afraid to do what you love. As for the parents, let your children be who they were meant to be. They know you care, but let them have the freedom of pursuing what they love.

Advice that I would give to parents of students who are attending college is not to pressure their children. Sit down and talk with them about what they want in a college and look for the best one. Support them in what they're looking for. Try not to make choices for them unless they are looking for help. Students, dont be scared! It's your time to be the grown up you always wanted to be. Yes, it is a major decision but its not written in stone. You may not pick the best college at first. That's why there is always the option of transferring. But if you do pick that right one, take every opportunity they give you! College is your time to experience life before you really get out there! There are tons of websites to help you pick the right university and feel free to ask a person with previous experience. Enjoy what life has to offer and remember college is just the first step to your future! =]

High School students who are positive that they will continue on to college can NEVER start too early in the search for the perfect College or University that suits them. Parents should encourage their children to get a head start, be prepared for SATs and the FAFSA, apply for every and any scholarship offered by their home state and high school, and do some soul searching as to what they want to do in life. With all this taken care of, the fun can begin. Students can search online or through high school magazines about any University that catches their attention. If a student is serious about a school, send a letter or contact their Office of Student Admissions, just to get your name down and make contact. Make a list and ask questions, whether it be about on campus housing or just about the food! Narrow down the school choices, and then make an effort, if possible, to visit each one in person. Attend information sessions at the schools that feel like the best fit, and attend preview weekends and orientation to become as familiar with campus as possible. REMEMBER: It is NEVER too soon to look at Colleges!

I would have to say to make sure you do research on the schools and make sure you pick the major you want and not what someone else wants you to choose. Also if dorming make sure it is a nice and peacefull campus but also somewhere you can have a lot of friends because you might need these things one day.

Make sure to calulate how much you can afford when going into college. It is very expensive and you can end up getting into more debt than you ever expected.

The number one advice to give to students will be to master the practice of "Time Management" in which you balance things through priority. Be friendly and have a good sense of logic.

Applying for college is hard for everyone, parents and student alike. but its such a relief to know that the year after that you'll be at college having an amzing time, getting a great education and making life long friends. No one can take your eduaction away from you its one of the greates and most important things to have. college is college no matter where you go. As long as your happy and you like the school you choose, it makes no difference if its an ivyleage or a community college. college is what you make of it, if you get invilved and make friends you will have the time of your life. colleges have so much to offer choosing to go to Pace University its definetely one of the best decisions i have ever made.

Consider all aspects of your education. Not just the institution, but the location and the role it will play in your education. I learned as much outside of the classroom as I did inside.

Find a school that is focused on education and now partying. You go to college to grow and become a smarter, better person; not to party as hard as you can.

go for the one who gives you the most money

VISIT COLLEGES BEFORE APPLYING AS WELL AS TRY TO FIND STUDENTS WHO CURRENTLY ATTEND OR HAVE ATTENDED THE SCHOOL.

I would say take as much time as possible to find the right college for you. It is important that you find the right one that will supply all of your needs while still having surplus activities. Also, it is important that you can afford your school or get enough financial aid, because college can get extremely expensive and some schools are a lot more expensive than others. I would also say make sure the school has enough classes for your major, because that is more important. Students should be open-minded and be friendly to other students so they can make friends, because going to a new school is never easy for anyone. Activities and clubs are a great way to make friends. Talking to professors is also good, because they usually will help you with anything. Try to become close with one professor every semester. It can really help.

Don't fuck it up.

Make sure the students make the decision. A parent can put their input in, but going to college is a huge change, and the student knows best what will suit him or her. Visit the schools. You can gain a lot of knowledge by observing the kids on campus, campus style, the flyers posted on boards, and do a lot of research. See reviews and etc and find out if its more commuter or residential--it makes a huge difference.