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Don't worry about the financial aspect of college, most student loans cover tution. Enjoy meeting new people in class that share a common interest. Connect with professors, they like when you ask questions about class. Do homework early, its better to have extra time. Find the textbooks online, it saves an extreme amount of money.

The main thing i would tell myself is to stop being lazy and get some work done. Due to a low GPA in high school i was unable to gain any scholarships or awards from the college. Although i have not been in college (while in high school), I felt alright when i first stepped into the Rowan environment. If i said anything i would try to calm myself down by saying college is no different from any other school, it just has a scary connotation attached to the name.

Assuming what I know now but didn't then, I would go back and tell myself to stay in New Jersey. I made the mistake of moving to Erie, PA, and will always regret the decision. I didn't think that my dream school would be only two hours away from my hometown.

In hindsight, I would tell myself to start utilizing all the resources that the school offered relating to career exploration and to do my own research as well. A high school can only do so much to help you figure out your educational path. Consequently, research is essential--I would tell myself to really delve deep inside myself and find something that I loved to do. College means responsibility, and the coursework can be overwhelming. That's why it's important to absolutely love what you're doing. That way, you'll look forward to going to class and completing assignments. In addition, I would tell myself to network as much as possible. Establishing professional relationships is extremely effective in helping people land internships, potential careers, and can open many other doors. Sometimes it really is about "who you know." Lastly, I would tell myself to prepare for a different world because college is nothing like high school; it's exhausting but undoubtedly worth it. Not only is it an educational learning experience, it provides applicable life lessons that will stay with you forever. Ultimately, maximize the potential of everyday because it goes by twice as fast as high school

Recently, I have asked myself this very same question due to the money issue that I am sure many other students are facing as well. If I could go back I would tell myself to start working on scholarships as early as I could, and actually apply to the ones I qualify for. I never fully understood our economic problems until I had to start paying for college myself. I also never could have predicted that my dad would lose his job, find a new one, then lose that one as well all in the same year. If as a senior I would have dedicated more time to scholarships, I could have helped my future out a lot more. I would also tell myself to relax and just stay focused. I have worked hard and been a good student my whole life but going into college I was worried the work load would be impossible. Although the work is definately harder in college it is not difficult to manage as long as you do not wait until the night before. If I could have given myself this advice I believe my life now could be just a little less stressful.

I would advise myself to take the transfer situation because it would save me some money in the long run. I would work a lot harder to earn my grades than I have. Although I did work hard, I know I didnt work hard enough. I also would give living on campus a try. I want to see what it is like to live a way from home and not have my parents breathing down my back at all times. On campus living will allow me the privacy I need to have a social life. I also would not allow my social life to get in the way of school work. If there is school work that has to be done, I will put that first to do the best that I can in my classes. I would also get involved in more activities to make more friends.

I would tell myself that making the transition straight from high school to a college would be difficult and that beginning my college career at a community college would be the right choice for me. Attending a community college first prepared me much more for working on a bachelor's degree than if I had started my bachelor's right out of high school. Mistakes are going to happen as you figure out the college environment and it's rules and norms. Those mistakes (i.e. failing a class) are much easier to accept in a community college versus a university because community college courses cost less than a university. I would tell myself that college would be a great period of my life and to learn to take things as they come.

Going back to high school, I would tell myself to not worry so much about where you go, but rather what you do. First, major in what you love. Not what you love today, but what you have always enjoyed doing. Second, make sure to get involved and try everything once. Rarely if ever does it hurt to try something new. Finally, use your energy. You have so much energy to use and give and share why not devote your day to doing as much as you can rather than letting your couch have all your energy as you watch television. Have fun, and don't get stressed.

If i were to go back in time and were able to talk to myself I would have a lot of advice to give myself. For starters I would tell myself to focus more on my school work and learn everything that is taught in highschool. This would be very important because the thing that were taught to me during high school happend to show up during college. Also I would tell myslef to learn more on how to be on my own. Since you are on your own in college u will need to know more things that will inable you to live on your own. Therefore if I had the chance to go back in time that is what I would tell myself as a college student now.

Don't stress as much. You do not have to be perfect nor do you have to know as much as you were afraid of. There is no hazing and everyone is kind. Living in a dorm will be great! I know it sounds scary not knowing anyone at a new school, but during leadership conferences you did not know anyone either and you were fine. Consider college to be an extremely long leadership conference. You will make friends especially with those girls on your floor. Partying is not all college is about. Most of the kids there want to study and do well in school just as much as you do. The professors are much like your high school teachers. They are people with feelings and compassion. They will not yell at you nor embarass you in front of the class. If you answer a question wrong you are fine. Participate and be friendly! Just be your usual outgoing self, willing to make friends and willing to accept others, and you will be fine. Don't stress. Everything will fall into place eventually. Don't forget: HAVE FUN! Making connections is as important as your grades.

My last year of high school, I would begin by telling myself to throw away every cookie I got from the cafeteria. College food will pack on serious pounds especially if trips to the gym are limited to 1 time per week. I'd tell myself to be more social and reach out to people that I do not know and get to know them. That was the biggest transition; not knowing anyone at all and having to choose friends so that I would not be alone on campus. I do not know if it would be possible, but I'd scoop up a stranger or two and share my room with them and see how that goes. Roommates for some students, is a big reason to be stressed. Getting used to another person's habits and lifestyles is challenging. As far as academic purposes go, I'd tell myself to practice writing down mostly everything my teachers says because they may only say it once and it may be the most important information I need to pass the class. I'd also tell myself not to be so worried about clothes. Pajamas seem to be in at college?

Assuming that I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there are many points of advice I would make sure I told myself. In just one semester of college, I have learned a lot. First and foremost, college is not at all similar to college in anyway. From what I know now, I would have told myself a year ago the classes I would need to take to be more prepared for college. Many of the classes I took this semester were extremely difficult and would have been so much easier if I had known the right classes to take in high school. Another tip I would have told myself would be to become more organized. With sports, extracurricular activities, classes and a job, it would have been very helpful to have become an organized person before going to school, that way the first month or so wouldn't have been so hard to handle. Lastly, I would have told myself that no matter what, never give up, becuase college is hard, but is worth every minute of every day that you work to acheive your ultimate goal.

I was absolutely petrified to graduate high school and go to college. Exposing myself to new things and new people is one of my biggest fears; I've always found it difficult to meet new people. I was afraid to show people I met at Rowan the "real me." The real Sam is a girl who laughs at everything, constantly makes jokes, loves love and life, and always an extrovert. The Sam I showed Rowan-ites, however, was nearly the complete opposite; it took me awhile to even show my closest new friends my true personality. I was afraid that I would fail to be accepted, so I conformed. Changing myself is something I truly regret, which is why this is what I would go back and tell my past self. It is okay to be myself by my terms, not somebody else's. I now show everyone the "real me"; I just wish I had done it sooner!

Don't overload your first year of classes with gen-eds. Try to balance it with core classes for your major because it will be much harder to try to get into all core classes once you run out of gen-eds to take. Read every night. Even if you don't have homework to read a chapter, read over a the last chapter you did have to do. You need to read chapters more than once to comprehend them.

going to a community college was the best decision for me and im glad i did it

I would tell myself to save a lot more money. College is expensive, and I didn't save enough moeny for it. I would tell myself to work a second job and search for more scholarships. I would also tell myself to follow the education path that will give me a career I would enjoy, not just for money. I struggled with science classes for a full year because I wanted a career with money, but later discovered it was a waste because I didn't enjoy it. Follow your heart and don't stop believing in yourself.

The type of advice that I would give myself in Highschool if I could give my self would be trying harder on writting paprs. I would also tell myself to never give up and if you are having a bad day their are gong to be plenty of good ones to make up for the bad ones through out college. That you should not give up on your dreams and that in college their are teacher and friend that will help you along the way. So do not get so stressed out about the future just let it come to you.

What is college? College is not just fun and games, but it is a form of learning academically, as well as socially. You grow physically, mentally, and emotionally whether you want to or not, no matter who you meet, where you are, or what you plan on doing with your life. Before leaving for college, I had a mindset of getting work done and getting it done correctly and on time. Being completely focused on school-work was one thing that I might have changed. Instead of spending more time with my roommate and other friends from the school, I was known for doing school-work all of the time. Advice? Make time for friends and time to speak with family that is further away. Another problem I had after adjusting to the last piece of advice was when I got work done. Advice? Do not wait for the very last minute to get everything done. Get a planner -become more organized. As a sophomore at Rowan University, I have adjusted very well and I have figured out a way to fix these problems. Hopefully, I will be able to help the new freshman that have these problems as well.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have alot of advice for myself regarding college life and making the transition. I would tell myself that going to a community college first is a good idea, just as long as you look at the classes you will need at the school you want to transfer to and take the equivalents at the community college. It also saves alot of money for general education classes at a community college, rather then taking them at a four year college. I would also tell myself that dorm living is a part of the college experience, and that it is well worth it for at least a year. I would also tell myself not to be afraid to work hard, and to really work hard in all I do.

dont shut yourself in during the first year, socalize and dont be so uptight because its only one year and you can find a balance

have as much fun as possible

Don't procrasinate and don't be afraid to ask to help. Work with other students to get homework done. Be active on campus.

College is different from high school in various way. In college, you actually get to choose the times you attend class (provided the time is convenient and available) and what classes you wish to take for a certain semester. When creating a schedule of classes, I would suggest aiming for earlier times. Most institutions - such as the one I am currently attending - even offer morning classes at around eleven o'clock. This way, you will have plenty of time to do school work, regular work, sleep, and have a social life. I would also not recommend taking more than six classes a semester, because then you will constantly find yourself very busy. Manage your time well, and do not be afraid to ask any faculty and/or staff for help because that is what they are there for, and they would be very happy to assist you. Get your work done on time, do not be late for class, and do not skip class. Doing the opposite of any of those three will send a bad message to your professors, trust me on this. Other than that, make friends and enjoy yourself. Work hard and prosper.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a college senior I would tell myself to study harder for my AP exams so I could have passed them and gotten out of some of my basic science classes. I would also tell myself to apply to more schools in different states.

Make sure the campus provides activities for you to do everyday and be sure to be open and outgoing so you can meet life long friends.

I would advice parents and/or students to take any summer classes before attending, make sure to see the college has different background involved, so lack of communication skills and intereacting with peer can be lessen. It is easy to make the most your college life experience when there are different backgrounds involved. Make sure the students work enthcity carries delegencies where you can creat a study group easilly. Finding jobs at you major should be easy, so there for the jobs should avliable.

when beginning the college selection process, it can b quite overwhelming. I would urge all parents to work as hard as possible to allow the student to make the choice. I know many people who are unhappy here because they did what their parent wanted. to the studnets, I would say be strong and voice your opinions clearly to your parents. College is where you will spend what promises to be the best years of your life. Make it yours. Once in school, it is important to become involved with activities and/or clubs. this will help find a place here at college and help break the bond of high school. Be strong to your vlaues as there may be pressures to do things you are not prepared for. Know that there are always others who share your interestes and values. You just need to find them. Remeber to keep academics foucase as this is your future. do not be afraid to ask for help when needed. This cost me a D because I refused to ask for help I needed. I never had received below a B prior to this. Good luck and make it yours!

You have to know what you are looking for. Some people think big school are better, but too many people means its less personal. Small class sized utilize the best of your abilities. Dont be afraid to as questions and go to orientations/tours. Always know what you are getting yourself into and even if you dont have any friends going there, you will make tons on the first day that will last you a lifetime. Also, money does matter, dont think that you can pay off thousands of dollars in school loans easily, just to go to a popular expensive school. Well known schools dont always mean they are better, or that you will be well known in the workforce after college. Look for a school that provides jobs and experiences during and after college.

Finding the right college is unquestionably a challenging task. When choosing the right college, there are several factors you should consider. 1. Size. Do you want to attend a small or large school? 2. Location. Do you want to attend school in an urban or suburban area? Do you crave grassy campuses or a city that never sleeps? 3. Distance from Home. When you decide on how far you want to be from home, consider how often you want to visit. The farther away, the less often you can visit. 4. Activities and special programs. Everyone has different interests. Find a school that has a program to suit your interest. 5. Majors. It is important to go to a college where they will prepare you for your chosen profession. If you are not sure, you should attend a college that will offers many options. 6. Trust your Gut Feeling. Personally visit the school and walk around the campus. If a place feels right, you?ll feel right at home. If it feels wrong, don?t go there. Trust your instincts. After you get into the right college, you'll just have to make it out alive. Good luck!

The first thing I would say to parents and/or students about finding the right college is for them to consider their financial situation first and foremost. There are many schools that have great academics and don't cost an arm and a leg per year to attend. With the economy the way it is today, students cannot afford to graduate from college severely in debt. To make the most of one's college experience, I believe students should make sure they have fun, while also keeping their grades up. Students should join clubs relating to their major starting freshman year. Many students wait until their senior year to join activities because they need resume builders. By getting involved in clubs and student activities freshman year, students not only gain more experience and learn more, but their resume will be much more impressive. I believe that if students learn to manage their time well, get involved in activies, and have fun, their college experience will be nothing less than spectacular.

I would advise parents and prospective college students to "shop around." You might think that you have a dream school in mind, but you need to visit the school if it all possible to truly get a feel for its atmosphere and the personalities of the other students/staff. I thought I would dislike Rowan University. It wasn't until I visited that I fell in love with the campus and the people there. I would never have gone to Rowan and I would have missed out on a great experience that has provided me with many opportunities. Also, if you do visit a college campus, talk to people on campus other than your tour guide. Talk to students and ask them for their opinion of the school and the quality of education offered. Find out which dorms are the best to live in and where you can find a flexible job. The school you choose should have a great program set up for your major, and even opportunities for job placement after you graduate. Take your time and you will find the right school for you!

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To the parents: Sometimes spending the extra money for a better program is worth it. Sometimes it isn't. Try to find a school that offers a competitive program for your students' educational path, and is relatively cheap. Nobody wants to come out of college with $80,000 dollars of debt. To the students: Don't spend your entire educational experience not being able to remember any of the nights you had. Alcohol has its place in moderation, but it's not necessary to have fun.

Imagine taking a box of ninety six Crayola crayons. In that huge box not two crayons are the same, however many are similar. Choosing a college can be one of the most overwhelming experiences throughout a students life and many times they may not get it right the first time. Adults always emphasize the importance of money, location, classes and more, but a student needs to look at the whole picture like a box of crayons. Not one college is going to match every single ideal a person hopes for, however many will come close. The key is to find the college which crayons match closey to yours. For example, in my personal experience I was looking for a college based on proximity to my home, cost, and the education program. I had several choices including community college, TCNJ and Rowan University. In the end I chose Rowan because of all the choices which met most of my ideals. Don't worry about getting it right the first time. The key is happiness and to remember there is always a different box of crayons somewhere else.

When looking for that "perfect" college, remember that no college, or anything in this world, is absolutely perfect. Look for aspects that most directly affect you. For example, when I chose Rowan University, I did not worry about the social atmosphere or how good the sports teams are, but rather for its standards for academic excellence and the ability for me to get a good job when I graduate. Expense is a huge issue when choosing a school, but it cannot be the determining factor. The college experience can be the most influential part of your life. Make sure you pick the college that will have the most positive impact on your life. I am excited to be in a great academic program knowing that I am receiving a great education; sure it is a lot of money and very demandming, but well worth it. Live with no regrets and be the best that you can be, let nothing stop you from chasing your dreams. Pick a school that reflects who you are and who you want to be.

To make the most of any college experience it is truly finding the right fit. Do not just plan to go to a college without visiting it first. Take the tours your college of choice offers and learn as much about the college as you can; on campus and off campus. Make sure that your major is offered and that it is an affordable price for what you want to get out of college. Make sure on campus housing is exactly what you want: meal plan included because sometimes the littlest things can make or break an experience. Also, dont go where your parents, friends or significant other wants you to go this is all about your choice and the experience you are going to have. College is the best four (or sometimes five) years you can experience. The people you meet at college will be some of the people you will cherish and stay friends with for the rest of your life. Take your time, choose wisely and enjoy your experience!

Don't be upset about not being accepted to your first choice school. If it is a stretch for you to be there, you are less likely to find a comfortable place to fit in. Remember that any school you get accepted to will have a good base of people that are in similar standings as you, and how successful you are is according to how much you want it. Go out and do some of the more "corny" activiites, it is mostly just kids in the same position as you; looking to fit in somewhere. I did a "freshman connection" trip whitewater rafting before school started and it was one of the best ways to find some people to fit in with. When everyone else starts school without knowing anyone, you at least have some base to build off of. A lot of schools have different or similar programs before school starts (be it orientation or whatever else). If you have any special needs, don't be afraid to tell your professors; they will accomodate your needs. Professors can end up being really great advisors and friends, so don't be scared of them!

Visit the school while classes are in session, not during the summer or a holiday. Pick a school not only on the school as a whole, but the important it puts on whatever individual field the student wishes to pursue. Once at school in order to make the most of the experience just be friendly. Don't be shy or be scared to introduce yourself to people or meet new people. Making new friends is the best way to have a great time and make the most of wherever you are.

The advice I would give to parents and/or students about finding the right college and making the most of the college experience is to pick the school that will best suite the prospective student. The prospective student must make sure that their major is offered at the school of their choice or at least focused upon. They should visit the school more then once and talk to some students on campus about the school/professors and not to only the ones that love the school. I suggest they get an overall review of the school instead of one that the school wants them to see and hear. It would help to talk to a random student passing by that would not mind disgussing their views about the campus to the prospective student. Most of all, the prospective student needs to make sure they want to attend that school because they believe that they can and will succed at the school and not because their parents or anyone else would like them to attend.

Go where you (the student) wants to go. Don't go somewhere because your best friend or significant other is going there, or because your parents want you to go there. Go to a school that is going to make YOU happy. I think that is the most important thing to remember when deciding on where to go to college.

Go to the school before hand, stay the weekend if possible, try to do it not with school sanctioned greeters and such, see the school as realistically as possible so you know what kind of people attend it and that you could survive them. Be prepared to be self driven, it's the only way, if you can't make yourself get up and get work done, no one will.

Find a school that suits your needs based on how you learn and interact the best. Find someone who will be honest with you about the school. The students that give tours and are available by request from the university to answer questions usually don't experience what college is like to the average student.

When deciding on a college, I think it is really important to visit the campus. Just as everyone says, it is important to go when you would expect the students' to be going about their daily routines (not in the summer or when everyone would be sleeping). While you are there, pay attention to your gut instinct. The reaction that you have to the school when you are there and experiencing it is a much better indicator than the statistics and the school on paper. Make sure that you are not too tied up in what you think you should like and would enjoy about a school, that can help you sell a perfectly good school short without meaning to. The other piece of advice is to remember to relax, that you can make any school the right school for you. Just remember to be true to yourself and get involved with things that sound interesting to you, or even create the opportunities to do what you want around campus. You will be sure to find people that share the interest and can make friends, memories, and invaluable experiences that way. Have fun and don't wish your time away!

Try to decide what type of school you really want to be at weather it be large or small

I would say that the most important thing is to visit the college. See what it's really like. When I started applying to colleges I just looked them up online, found ones that seemed to be a fit for me, and applied to them. Where I go to school now, Rowan University, was actually one of my last choices. It didn't really thrill me but I applied because I knew they had a good education program. Finally I started visiting colleges. I came to Rowan and I fell in love. Sure, I liked other schools and they all seemed nice. But, when I came to Rowan I could just tell it was a good fit for me. You need to get that feeling when picking a college. You need to meet the people who go there and talk to them. That is the only way to get a true feeling for what the school is like. This is going to be your life for the next four years. Make the best of it. Find a school where you can do the things you love. This is one of the biggest choices in your life.

I think it would be wise for parents and students to come to the school and spend a day there. This way, they can become familiar with the facilities. If the student wamted to live on campus, they could visit on the weekends to see what type of atmosphere they would be living in. I commute to school and mainly just stick to going to my classes and hanging around studying so I do not really know what goes on over the weekends. However, my experience at Rowan University has been a pleasant one so far. It is academically challenging and it makes me strive to do my best in each one of my courses.

When you come in as a freshman, it either makes or breaks you. Make sure that you do your work and dont fall behind, becuase everyone gets caught up in the drinking and staying out part, but the school portion os very important.. You will learn how to manage your time.

Look, visit, and explore all aspects of college. Take in all information you can about the schools you are inferested in and really think about it. Visiting a school is very important because it gives you the full picture of what is out there, and how the school really is. From my experience the visits made or broke my decision to go to a certain school, and overall I'm pleased with the decision I made. Deciding which college to go to should not be a rushed, last minute decision it takes time, and the earlier you begin looking at schools the better it can be for you to find the perfect one.