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College can be challenging. It is important to find a balance between studying and other activities. Most importantly however, it is important to make sure that you are doing what you want to be doing. If you can, take classes in a variety of areas your first semesters to explore other interests. Take a class that you think you will be good at but also one that might be challenging in a field you are interested in. Take care of yourself by eating well and getting sleep. Most importantly, have fun and remember that you are doing this for yourself. Do what you want to do while still keeping in mind the goals that you want to accomplish by getting your degree.

First of all, I would share the Gospel of Christ with my younger self. I hadn't heard the truth until I was a little older, and with such an enlightenment during senior year, I would have had God to help me with all of the decisions and transitions. With that said, I would advise the younger me in the area of finances and structure. I would encourage myself to take a year off of school before starting college in order to "clean up my act." This cleaning would consist of healthier lifestyle choices as well as a mental preparation period for the real world. "Apply to scholarships!" I would shout. "I cannot emphasize enough how much less stressful your life will be if you are financially free when you leave school." I would also iterate a very detailed outline to follow. "I've messed up kid, and here is how you can avoid a lot of heart ache and achieve great success: take these classes in this order with these teachers, get involved with these organizations and clubs from day one, and most importantly, go to every class, take good notes, study hard, and develop good time management skills."

If I could give myself any advice as a high school senior making the transition into college life it would definitely be to put school first and make sure you get your work done. In high school, many teachers will accept late papers and offer extra credit for a student to improve their grades, however, college professors give a deadline for a reason, and if that deadline is not met then it is the students fault. Getting your work done on time will simply make your life less stressful and give you more free time for extra curricular activities. Also, it is so important to make friends and become social at your college or university. College can become very stressful and it is so important to have friends who can help you relax and laugh a little, especially during finals week. This doesn't mean you have to become the captain of the football team or class president to fit in, but find a group of people who you can be happy and yourself with.

If I were to go back in time and give myself advice for the college transition, I would tell myself- rather, reassure myself- that I should stand firmly to my beliefs because I know I am strong both mentally and emotionally, and I would more or less warn myself of the possibility of attacks on my beliefs. Transition from the warm yet suffocating confines of high school life to the expanse and technicality of college is a big step that may attempt to break me as I stand. Overcoming this bridge from naive high school student to empowered and driven college student is acheiving in itself, something of the ubermensche Neitzche writes of. My opinions and personal experiences are the bridge, the solid ground on which I fight, that will carry me over to the independent and motivated college student I intend to be and am still fighting to acheive.

I would have went away for college, lived on campus, and participated in more school activities, clubs, sports, etc.

I am not sure that the college I am enrolled in offered online classes 9 years ago, but I definitely would have told myself that putting life on hold to raise children is a good idea but I could still have gone to college. I decided to wait until my kids were older and could understand, but now I realized that my life could have been so much better off if I had not waited. I am struggling to get through school financially because I am not working, so what would have been the difference if I went to school then or now? I would be financially stable now, and I would have liked that better than waiting.

If I were to go back in time and give myself some advice, the first thing I would tell myself is to RELAX! It is not so scary; entering the campus is intimidating, butthere are about 1000 other freshmen who are in the same position. There is nothing to be afraid of, there are many activities to get involved. The campus is very diverse so there are many opportunities for you, Southern is a wonderful school for opportunity. The main thing is to set your priorities. It is important to know that you must get your work done, then go out and have fun. It is easy to do if you put your mind to it and if you take your work seriously. College is a time for opportunity, take advantage of this. College is a time for you to grow as an individual, open your mind and learn as much as you can both academically and socially. It is important to find out who you are as a person; and it is extremely important not to follow others. Be yourself and you will succeed.

College is a time where you are able to find your true self, what your capable of and make decisions for yourself. Do not worry too much about trying to fit it because in college you will find people who are just like you with similar goals. With that, plan out your goals now and try to think about what you would like to do in the future; the possibilities are endless. If you cannot figure out what you want to be, don't rush! In college, you have supportive teachers who will help you discover the many things you can become. In addition, work hard in school it will all be worth it. The school work you do now with the papers and homework is alot i know, but it will prepare you for the details assignments and projects you will have in college. When I went to college I wanted more, I wanted to feel more accomplished and Im sure one day you'll want to feel that way too. In college, you find the responsibility you always wanted and your education is left up for you to discover. Futhermore, enjoy high school, ask questions, and be creative.

I would tell myself that first, there is nothing to be afraid of. College campuses are a friendly enviornment, the students and faculty work together and are more mature with each other, and you have been prepared for this work. College sounds overwhelming and difficult, but because you worked so hard during high school, you have prepared yourself to handle the classes and amounts of projects. You will also literally be on your own when making you schedule. No one tells you to go to class, you have to make yourlself. And your professors won't hunt you down to finish your work; that is your responsibilty. You will have to learn how to manage your time throughout the year, and learn how to tackle classes, and job, and a good social life. Universities offer many extra-curricular activites, so making new friends is very easy. Dorming also gives you a good and independent expierience, so go for it! If you're worried about tuition costs, Financial Aid is easy to obtain. So don't be picky with your schools, go explore!

When it is time for a parent to prepare a child for college, it is very important that the parent understands that their child will be attending a school for 4+ years, and regardless if they live on campus or not, they must respect that their child has their own personality, just as every college does, and which ever college they choose, know that its because they have researched it well enough to know it fits their every day lifestyle. Students should make sure that their financial aid is in place, since time are getting harder for everyone, the more financial help we as students can receive from grants, scholarships, and the governement, the better. Students should remain focused and know that there is always time for fun, but the most important thing for the next few years is a powerful education.

If the opportunity comes to go away to college take it, being away teaches a person responsibility. It is also important that both the parents and students keep an open mind.

The best advice I can give to parents or prospective students is to keep looking at colleges until they find the best one that suits their own personal needs. I chose what college was convenient to get to, and which was easily affordable. Even though a school might be convenient and affordable, it's not always the best choice. I'm happy with where I'm at, but I do wish I had applied to more schools and looked around more before settling on a state university. If you enjoy where you go to school, it's much easier to succeed. Check out every aspect of the school, including the campus housing, the department you are joining, clubs, dining halls, and even sit in on classes. The more you get involved before you attend the school, the more you will know if it is the right place for you.

I highly recommend a place that requires students to live on campus for the first year. It really gives students the ability to find out who they are and become bonded with their fellow classmates. It should also have a low crime rate and excellent reputation for their teachers.

Follow your heart, if your heart takes you away from family, go with it, don't let people tell you to stay home just spo their happy.

Chose wisely.

Look around and have fun! You should not be so worried about the choice but finding what is the best fit for you the student!

College is never what you expect it to be.

When trying to choose a college I want to advise many to make sure you are comfortable with class size, the campus surroundings and the campus itself and remember that these next years are for you and nobody else!

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Talk to guidence counselors and deciede how far away your child really wants to be from you.

My advice to a student looking for the right college for them would be to find one that is known for being a good academic school, but not completely out of your budget. If you want to go to a big name school, transfer after a year or two from a state school because that could possibly save you a good amount of money in the long run. Make sure you feel comfortable at the school when you go to visit it. You should feel like you really belong there if it is the right school for you.

I would say that there should be no stigma attached to going to whatever college you want to. Even if it doesn't have a huge name that everyone will recognise, it shouldn't matter anymore, all that matters is the quality of your education and employers know that. Also being able to recive the same education a a fraction of the coast was a huge aspect ofwhere i chose to attend, so this is not a desion to take lightly for sure, resurech! Before you commit t anything.

I would say that any experience is what you make of it, but having said that, you also get what you pay for. Check out the Administrative aspect of the University and how it functions because it can make such a huge difference- something that Southern Connecticut State University really needs to work on.

Choose a college that is right for you. Dont go there just because friends are, and make the best of it. Be open to meeting new people, and doing new things. Make the best of college, because its probably going to be the best expierience of your life.

I would definitley say go on a tour of the school before hand. I know so many people who just applied to a school to go somewhere and didn't even visit the campus before hand. I really feel like you have to go walk around and see how you personally feel there and although you will be nervous since it's such a big change you will know what school fits you best after actually going and visiting a few.

Be your self, try hard, and don't let yourself down by not getting the most of this oppritunity to have a good education and make something for self, and earn a bright and happy future. For the parents, you have done an excellent job getting your child to this level, and that parents must continue to be supportive for their children thus further. College is an excellent experience, and whether or not you live on campus or not, you will make friends, and experience new things almost every day. The professors teach you things you have never known before, and enhance subjects which you already have developed. College is a good answer for a bright future.

I would tell them to visit the colleges that they would like to attend, so that they would be able to witness the school that they may be attending. Also ask as many questions as possible, know your surroundings and make as many friends as possible. Make sure the school can offer you what ever it is that you may need as well.

I would try to find a college that fits the enviroment that you want to be around. Once you find the right college there are always going to be activities that are easy to get involved with and most schools offer almost everything a person can think of. There is a place for everyone at every college and it is important to find a place where you feel comfortable and offers all the activites that you wish to participate. Also if you find yourself in a position where you are not enjoying your college experience figure out why and the transfering process has become easy and there are a lot of people that are there to help with the process of transfering everything you accomplished at anohter university. Lastly enter school with an open mind and be open to new experiences, there are many oppertunities for stuents to experience new things and not taking advantage of that will hinder the college experience.

When looking at colleges for your children, make sure to visit the colleges and ask as many questions as possible. Even try to have your student shadow an upperclassemne to sit in class with them. encourage your son/daughter to fight for theor grades and to go to the colege that they want to attend. Speak to guidance councilors about colleges, and do not forget to do fianancial aid right away. It is a pain to do it last minute. if your son/daughter does not get into the college they want to get in, still encorage them to keep their grades up and maybe they can transfer.

Make sure its a homey feeling school before you accpet to going there and make sure it offers you everything you are interested in.

Your college is the most crucial part to molding your future. For the next four years, it's what shapes and defines you. Don't choose a cheap school just because it's affordable. And if you choose a lofty school you love to brag about, you might just be in debt for the rest of your life. Pick a reasonable school that feels right for you. Don't worry about what anyone else thinks but yourself. I declined my first choice dream school because it was 45 thousand a year. The school I attend currently...let's just say when people ask where I go I respond with "oh just ____." I was discouraged when I found out that financial aid wasn't going to help me so I ended up going somewhere really cheap out of spite. PREPARE YOURSELF. Make sure you want to be there. Make sure you're smiling when you're walking around campus. Make sure you can relate to the people there, and you think they look like potential friends. My classmates are my most trusted allies; my most valuable research tools. There's so much to learn from people if you just ask.

find the college that best fits your majors needs, and a college where u feel right at home, if u dont get that feeling, its not the right school for you

just makes sure its the school of your students choice and you confortable without relying on mom and dad to fix you mistakes.

Picking a college is one of the hardest decisions you will ever have to make in your life. After all it's the stepping stone that will help lead you to create a future for yourself. The process can be stressful and chaotic , but if you learn how to do it the right way, you will soon discover how easy it can really be. The college that you decide to attend usually determines a lot about the kind of person you are. For instance, I like to be active, I'm a hands on learner and I'm very family oriented. Looking within myself to find out who I truly am made the process of picking my college out a lot easier. Remember you?re usually attending college for four years, so when making this decision make sure it?s the right one. College is a big part of anyones' life. You make life long connections there, you discover yourself, learn new things, and most importantly you set the path for your future. Make the best of this experience because you will never having anything else like it.

The best thing you can do when searching for the right university is to go to the campus. Walk around, see the area, and try to get a feel for what your environment is going to be if you are to attend that university. Getting a feel for the environment is extremely important; more than anything you need to be comfortable at your school. Being comfortable in your school environment gives you one less factor to worry about while you are at school (believe me, there are a lot!). If you are uncomfortable, it will be even harder to adjust to college life. It will be harder or near impossible to become academically comfortable so you can study and talk with your professors and do all the academic necessities you encounter; it will be harder to become socially comfortable and make friends; it will be harder to become emotionally comfortable in order to deal with the different stresses you face with this great change in your life. If you attend a university that you are comfortable with, you will be able to make the most of your experience, and you will be able to expand your education to its fullest.

I think it's very important to look at many different schools to find out what is best for the student. Many times students say that they want a small school, but then realize that it's just like high school. They may also say that they want a large school and feel very overwhelmed. Take tours of the campuses and sit in on classes. If you can, try to arrange an overnight with other students to get a complete feel of a typical school day. It's all about the application process and you have to test the waters at every school you're looking at.

Pick the college that you truley fell fits you best.Dont pick the one that your parents want you to go to, the one all your friends are going to or the one that your girl frined goes to, pick the one that is best for YOU

try to be on campus when you go to college. be open to meeting new people. college isnt always about work and academics, but social groups. however, just dont get swept away and have too much fun too.

Picking out the perfect college can be a very difficult task, but finding that college is key to success. It is very important to pick a school where you feel at home, but also a little bit out of your comfort level at times. This allows you to experience new things and new cultures. Also, class size is very important. You need to decide what level of familiarity you wish to have with your professors. Do you want to be a number or do you want to be a name, face, and personality? You also need to decide if partying is important to you because, let's face it, everyone knows there's some kind of party scene on campuses and the amount of partying (whether or not you'll be participating) affects your school work, social life, and stress level. Most important though, is academics (as boring as that may sound). College is the path to your career and receiving the best possible education is very important and key to success. Check into the different programs available at your school to make sure they are exactly what you're looking for. Good luck!!

The best advice I could give is to visit the college and to take a tour. Once you're there, take the time to talk to students and to poke around the buildings they don't specifically show you on the tour. A college will only present the best things it has to offer so really look around. Also, make sure it has a wide variety of majors because almost no one sticks with the same major for their entire college career. Make sure the college isn't overpriced for the education they're giving you too, check out some of the professors in your department- a lot of schools require a docterate in the given field to teach. To make the most of the experience, live on campus for at least one semester and try to join a club or sport. I've found that the best way to meet new friends is to leave the door of your dorm room open when you're there, people will likely stop by to say hi. Finally, don't worry too much, it all comes together in the end, just have fun and make the most of it.

When it comes to making a decision about colleges, always find out what it is the student wants to do, what job they want to pursue. If they do not know, they should then be allowed to pick a school where they feel comfortable. Take campus tours or meet college students (family members or friends) that live on campus and can show the student around. Most often, students get vibes when they feel like they've picked the right school. If they do attend the college and it doesnt work out, then there is a reason that second or third choices were picked! There will always be a place where the student belongs, and if money is ever an issue, there are hundreds of programs lined up just to assist your child! So parents and students, picking a college does seem hard, but most decisions are hard when you make them that way. Give it all your best, and you will find the perfect school as I found mine!

Find a school that is afforable and one that best caters to the major you are interested in.

You need to want this. If you, as a student, don't want to go to college, don't want to learn, or don't want to do academic work, don't. Take some time off. Travel, work, sleep. Don't waste your time and money on an unwanted education. The college experience will be best for everyone, parents, students, and faculty, if everyone who IS there WANTS to be there. College shouldn't be something you do between high school and "real life". College should be a pursuit of human betterment. Once you have that motivation, everything else will fall directly into place. In picking the right school, recognize the importance of diversity. Not only ethnic diversity, but political diversity, academic diversity, geographic diversity, every difference that people have. You will receive the fullest education when you can interact with every different kind of person. One huge piece of college, for me, is finding my place in society and the world. I only find that by interacting with people coming from everywhere and preparing to go anywhere. Look for universal diversity. Then, as long as you're driven, many colleges will prepare you for anything you want to do.

Do what is the most financially realistic, many people are graduating with loans larger than a morgage on a house... it's not worth it

I would tell them to go and look at the schools first before making a decision. My first choice was not Southern but once I went to look at the other school, I decided that Southern would be a better choice for me.

Do what you have to do. From what I noticed people who decided to travel far from school, some how manage to come back to a school that is near by there home. Start closer first, to save time, money and energy.

It depends how important home is to you, and if you can drive. Regardless, be sure to try to make lots of friends, be really friendly, don't totally slack of on your studies, and try to get involved, at least a little bit.

If you are not absolutely sure about what you want to do, find a school with a lot of choices that way you won't have to transfer. It'll be easier to change majors than changing schools. Also make sure that you like the atmosphere and the surrounding are of the school. It's always good for someone to like where they are living because living the college life does not always need to be done on campus.

Selecting a university is a very important decision. When looking for a university, make sure you look at all aspects that the university has to offer. Look into the majors and course content, and the campus life and student population. Make sure to look at the food plans and meal options, and most importantly, tour the campus before making your final decision. To make the most out of the college experience you should make new friends and be social, yet at the same time, concentrating on your studies. Create study groups with people in your classes. This is a fun way to learn the course material and, at the same time, make new friends.

Having Long trem goals is the key to knwoing what college is right for you because all college is is the path to wherever you want to be for the next 20 or 30 years of your life. If you have a final goal and ideal job, then choosing what school that will best equip you for that will therefore be that much easier.