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If I could go back to high school and talk to myself, I would give a couple pieces of advice. First I would tell myself to try and get a couple more hours at work because books are a lot more expensive than I expected. Another thing I would tell myself would be to really cherish the last large amount of time I had with my highschool friends. As a senior I looked at things in a selfish kind of way where I convinced myself that I would make new friends in college and would never want to go back to my old friends. This is very incorrect, I love my college friends, but I really do miss my high school friends. They're not gone, but I wish i spent more time with them when I had the chance. And the last thing I would tell myself would be to just chill out, things aren't really that bad. The acclimation process happens so much easier than I expected. If I spent less time worrying, and more time cherishing life, I could've done a lot more with my loved ones than I had the chance to.

I think the one thing I will tell myself in highschool is to really take the college search process seriously. Look at the programs offered, what kind of curriculum, the geography. Just to think seriously and to find if the university is interesting.

Thinking back to my senior year there are a lot of things I would advise myself to do differently. First and foremost, I would have found a cure for "senioritis." The college workload is so much different than highschool homework that I wish I would have continued working hard instead of losing a semester to laziness. Another piece of advise I would be sure to give myself would be practice time management! In highschool I was superwoman, handling any and everything that was put in front of me. I was involved in extra curricular activities, volunteer work, school work, a part-time job, and a social life. Back then I always put too much on my plate and some how managed it all with ease. College isn't as effortless. Although I have more free time than before, it is almost entirely taken up by schoolwork. I wanted to be involved in so many extracurricular activities when I got here, and now I'm struggling to find time for any of them next to my part-time job. I would like to find a way to manage all of my interests on my time, instead of the other way around.

Most importantly I would tell myself that it is okay to not be best friends with your roommate. I came into college expecting to become best friends with my freshman roommate. We got along well and are still friends today, but we are not best friends by any measure. There was actually a lot of tension between us when we were trying to be best friends and always do everything together. Later in the year once we each had our own things going on and we weren't trying to always be together, we started finding that we actually wanted to invite each other along when we went somewhere rather than feeling like we had to invite each other. Realizing that it's okay to not be best friends right off the bat was the best thing that could have happened to our friendship and it definitely strengthened the relationship as well.

Believe in yourself. No matter what you do, the first step is to believe in your own abilities and know that you can accomplish everything and anything that you strive to achieve. You are limited not by your abilites but by your doubts and fears. Do not worry so much about the transition. Learn to love your community and your neighbors and they will love you back. Speak with the professors and meet new people. They may change your life in a way that you could have never foreseen. Allow yourself to experiment with new activities, taking courses outside of your immediate interests, and broaden your field of vision. Don't believe that you are limited to a single career. You will meet talented individuals throughout the entire campus and they will prove to you that any given individual has the power to make a positive impact on the community and the world as a whole. Think big and believe in yourself. Believe in others' as well. You cannot enjoy life without being trustful. Lastly, have fun. Four years will fly by. You will say goodbye to all your friends in a blink of an eye. Live, laugh, and love.

I would urge myself to focus on the college life beyond the textbooks, exams and papers. The education component is certainly ingrained in college life and a vital part of the growth process but to fully mature as an adult, one must become engaged with other activities. Since Syracuse University is a high-profiled Division I athletic school, there will be ample opportunities to immerse myself in the management of sport and to learn through experiential experiences. In these experiences, I can utilize the theories that have been taught in the classroom and apply them to real-life situations. Any evaluation that may be presented in the classroom (e.g. paper) cannot substitute for these experiences. And, considering that I am a sport management student, I must capitalize on the ample opportunities that exist on campus. By doing so, I will be able to sharpen my sport management knowledge and gain invaluable tools that will aid in my on-going professional development.

I would tell myself to be more open to change. I was very unwilling to even expose myself to alcohol, but it is sometimes not a viable option. You cannot decide to dislike someone just because they drink, although you can choose not to be around them when they do. Also, I would make sure that I was more confident in myself and my abilities. I have doubted my ability to adapt and succeed in the real world, but I am learning that I need to be able to give myself more credit in order to get into the right mindset to talk to potential employers. This is also helping me to get out of my comfort zone and to meet new people that I may be friends with for the rest of my life. I would have liked to know these things at the beginning of my college experience.

Steer away from any science or engineering courses. Pick your classes wisely, search for the professor first before enrolling in the classes. Take a look at your major requirements and take courses that are relevant. Do not bring too many things, such as unnecessary books and electronics - chances are, you won't have time for it. Be more vocal in class, do not be afraid to speak openly, however, do not speak for the sake of hearing your own voice - professors do get annoyed.

The ?freshmen 15? is a myth. The freshmen ?break-out-so-badly-you-resemble-a-pepporoni-pizza-from-across-the-quad? is not. Welcome to the big leagues. Mom will not do laundry, your teachers will not coddle you, and your roommate will hit the snooze button fourteen times just for fun. College is stressful. Point blank. It?s a rapid and sometimes overwhelming transition. There will be tears and panic attacks. The good news is, your diagnosis is temporary, there is a cure, and if you deal with it on the onset of symptoms, there are no lasting side effects. Here are a few things you should know. Exercise releases endorphins. Pack sneakers and leave the flask behind. Eating right can be difficult when you have a stash of Ramen Noodle like you?re saving for an apocalypse, but being aware of nutritional content keeps your body healthy and your mind sharp. Lastly, time management. Some people think this is a skill they are just not capable of honing. Anyone who can afford an academic planner can achieve enlightenment. Be diligent in writing down due dates and pace yourself with projects. Those zits will clear up in no time.

My experiences so far in college have provided me some advice that I would highly value if were to start the process over again. First of all, being friendly, outgoing and most importantly yourself from the onset are essential in creating new relationships that will be fostered into friendships and classmates. Leaving your dorm door open and simply saying hi to everyone you see in the hall are simple acts that are effortless and work as great icebreakers. Realize that everyone is in the same situation of not knowing each other. Take advantage of this by initiating activities. Invite a bunch of people to go get a meal, watch a movie or play some Frisbee. My last piece of advice has to do with academics. This is where many freshmen run into problems. Always remember that is the primary reason you are going to college and it should be your priority. Don?t be afraid to ask for help, get advice or assistance. Getting off to a bad start in your classes is often very difficult to recover from. Also, be sure to attend all of your classes, it?s the best way to learn!

The best advice I would give myself is to do well in high school, be involved with as many high school activities as possible and being a leader or influential member. Learn to be a strong time management student, because you will find yourself so many things to do in college that you don't know when to do what and you will feel stressed out and lost. Take priorities in things that you do, PLANNERS are so useful in college, it's the path to get you from Monday to Friday, everybody uses them. DO have a routined schedule as to when to wake up and when to go to bed. Good learners have adequate amount of sleep and that helps them study better. Learn to express yourself and do not conform with a particular group of people. In high school there might not be so many people, but in college there are people from all over the globe and there are bound to have people who think and act like you. People in college always find a circle of people that they are comfortable with.

I would have tried to be more confident and focused more on actually putting myself out there and meeting people, instead of worrying about meeting people. I stressed about being able to get work done and making friends, and balancing the two, but the key was to remember that everyone else was in the same boat. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to embrace the fact that I was in a new environment with people who, though from many different backgrounds, shared my academic and exracirricular interests. I wish I had received the advice to just be myself and taken the time to understand who I was rather than who I wanted to be or what I thought other people would think. You have to know and accept yourself before you can know and accept others.

I would tell myself to relax. I was very nervous about moving up to school and leaving my friends and family. I thought that I wouldn't make any friends at first. I was completely wrong and haven't been homesick yet! I think I would also tell myself to work on time management because college adds in unexpected procrastiation and distractions that you don't have during high school. You really need to learn when to say no to social events or even just hanging out in people's rooms and focus on work. Getting behind in college is scary because teachers don't remind you to catch up and you could be eight chapters behind in a week! Also I would have told myself to get a job because money is huge in college. I thought I had saved up enough spending money, but I end up running out of cash and it would be nice to have some more cash on hand. Also, I would have told myself to bring Febreeze and Tide to Go as well, because I am always borrowing from people on my hall.

Time management is the most important thing you can learn in college. Organizing your class and social life is the key to success. Also setting aside time for yourself and relaxing is very important as well. You also need to learn to say no and avoid social pressures and plan everything out in advance, such as classes so everything would be easier for yourself in the long run. Don't be afraid to talk to people and set outside your comfort zone you can meet soo many more people that way and have a large network. Also never break your word because it will not only disappoint others but make you look bad and not trustworthy. It is really hard to gain trust back from others.

You did pretty good. All those advanced courses and extracurriculars paid off. Remember that the professors and others at SU aren't special...well, they're smarter than you, but so are a lot of people. Don't let yourself be intimidated. Learn as much as you can from every single person on this campus; they have a lot to teach. Listen to mom's cliches, because they always turn out to be true. Be open and honest with yourself and the people around you. It's the only way you're going to find the kind of friends you want to have. Do what you want to do, even if that means going by yourself. That's how you find the most lovely people. I know SU is REALLY far from home, but the people you're leaving love you and you will all make the effort to stay in touch. You're going to get stressed and worried about money and grades like always, but you'll be fine. Like always. All of the hard stuff is worth it because of the opportunity you're giving yourself and your future self. Bleed orange: it's so worth it.

You have one of two choices. You can either coast through college as a mediocre student; you can choose not to take advantage of any of the extracurricular activities available to explore yourself and life as a well-rounded student. Or, you can take full advantage of the opportunities that are put in front of you. Take your education seriously and set goals for a brighter future. Know what you want to study and what you want to be when you get out of college. College only lasts four years, but you can get a lifetime of achievement out of those four years. Don?t think of college as your last step. Think of it as your beginning. The biggest mistake people make including myself, is telling yourself that you have ?plenty of time? to figure out what you want to do. If you don?t know what you want to do when you get out of college then take the time and figure it out. Before you know it, you are in your last semester at college and you still don?t know what you want to do for your career. I should have taken that time.

There are a lot of people that don't know what they want to major in when they to college. There are so many areas to major in while in college. Had I reasearched exactly what I wanted to do more, it would have made enrollment a lot easier. It's okay to not know exactly what you want to do, just try hard to get a good idea of what you want to do.

I hear so many people talking about how "if they could go back", they would want to tell themselves so much. I, tend to think differently. Sure, it would've been great to know that I would find friends here, that I would fit in and would end up loving my college experience so much, but I've realized that a lot of what made me so successful was the way I got here and what I did for myself. I'd tell myself nothing different. I think getting here and going out, discovering who I was and meeting people was the best part of coming to school. Sure, I had my bad days and days I missed home but I got through them and came out a stronger, more confident person who has no regrets about my time in college so far. It's an amazing experience, let it happen and if you are honest and open-minded, you'll do fine. Everyone needs to figure that out for themselves though, no advice in the world could prepare you for it.

Make sure you go to College with an open mind about everything and have some kind of idea about what you like and what you would like to major in. When you're a freshman its very easy to lose focus especially when your parents are not there and to shy away from whats really important. Stay focused, be apart of as many extra curriculurs as possible and have fun. College is only what you make of it.

Education, Education, Education. That is the most important thing I would stress. Pay attention to your teachers, mentors, MOTHER. Take your studies seriously in high school and don't skip out on your classes. Talk to people who know the ropes and don't beat yourself up about things you can't change. Life is short so enjoy it while you can, just remember these are the best days of your life.

I would tell my senior self that you need to take the AP classes and the AP tests and do your best on them. Make sure you learn from those classes how to work effiently for extended periods of time. Then make sure you read alot this summer so you get in the midset of redaing often. Then write about what you read adn have people check your grammar.

If I were a senior in high school, there are only a few tips of advice I would give myself. I would have studied more to earn the highest grades possible on the Advanced Placement Exams. In high school, you only need to pay to take the test. In college, you might end up paying $2000 in tuition with your own money to get the equivalent credit. This fact isn?t stressed enough in high school and I wish I knew about it back then. Another hint I would give myself is that leaving your friends behind at home is not the most devastating thing you can experience. They may not be around you as much, but technology can still keep you in close contact. If you?re so worried about keeping your old friends, you won?t meet as many new people, which might make college a little more difficult. You shouldn?t forget that you?re in a new environment with thousands of people you?ve never met before and around people that have the potential to be your other group of best friends.

First, that you don't have as much time as you think you do, so grab every opportunity you can and don't waste time being sad. If someone or something is upsetting you, change it. And you have the power to do that without being a bad person. Second, take advantage of everything because right now it's being handed to you, and later on you're going to have to work for it. So if you want to dance, dance. If you want to write for the paper, write for the paper. It's all here and there are so many people who want to help you achieve what you want.

If I could go back in time as a high school senior I would first try to diversify my life growing up. Being born and raised in Upstate New York sheltered me from the outside world in which I thought everyone was the same as me and everyone I knew, white Catholic, Republican, upper-middle class, problem-free families. I wish that I had bursted out of my bubble and realized there was a much different world beyond my eyes and starting off school as a freshman last year I was struck by a crippling culture shock. My friends at Syracuse University are generally from New York City, New Jersey, Boston, and all over the United States and some from other countries; my friends from home are all from Upstate New York and that is where they stayed for college. Looking back, I truly wish that I was more involved in traveling, visited family in other states, met new people, tried out new cultures instead of staying trapped in the cold Upstate New York box for my whole life. However coming to Syracuse University has been a transforming experience for me and would not trade it for the world.

Dear high school senior Rachel, I know that you are super excited about going to college and you should be, college is filled with wonderful opportunities. You'll get to meet new people and best of all live in a dorm. My advice to you -- and I know that you have thought about it before but I want to stress again, go out on the weekends. I'm not saying go out and get drunk, but visit friends, explore everything that Syracuse has to offer. Don't be like me falling asleep by 11 on Friday (by the way get rid of that 8 am shift at work on Saturdays). I don't want you to look back at these years and regret not meeting more people or participating in more events.

Visit the college, and see if the people there are the type of people who you would like to be with and develop relationships.

I would tell students to visit lots of schools they may be interested in and that has programs that youre looking into. Once you visit the schools just sort of go with your gut feeling about the school. If you could see yourself being there for the next four years of your life then its a fit for you, if not you don't want to be miserable for the next four years. For parents I would say let your child choose the school he or she likes and don't try to force any certain schools on your kid. Money may be an issue but theres always a way for your child to go to the school that he or she feels like they could be at for the next stage in their life.

Some advice that I would give to parents/students who are going through the college search is first, you should make at least a basic decision of what kind of career you're looking to pursue, or maybe just a list of careers you might like. If you can narrow your career choice down, then it will be easier to search for the kind of school your looking for. When you're searching for schools, don't be afraid to look at schools outside your home state, because you may find the perfect school for you in a completely different part of the country. After you've applied to a few schools, gotten your acceptance letters, and are preparing to make a decision, don't let the cost of the school make your decision for you. Those colleges/universities want you to attend their school, and they will help you get there with financial aid. I would definitely advise visiting the schools you are most interested in. When you actually step foot on the campus, you'll be able to tell if its the right place for you.

Choose the school after researching and visiting the campus. Go to a school that specializes in your major, or has a variety of majors if you are undecided. Study abroad if you can!

Find a school that is a size that you feel comfortable with, one that is not too large or too big for your comfort level. Make sure they the school has your major and can fulfill what you hope to learn and get out of college educationally. Check online to see how colleges compare to each other when it comes to the major of your choice and how those who have graduated from the college seeking the same career path as you have turned out with finding employment. Look up the financial aid that is given through the school and if you can manage to afford school with or without loans and if you feel comfortable paying the price for the school you are looking at. Make sure that you feel at home with the location of the school and the distance from the school and your home.

Make sure they visit the school and know exactly what they want to study before they get there, and to actually plan out there four years that first summer.

Really take the time to visit schools you are serious about. And talk to the older classmen. Freshman are always in a daze. They think everything is perfect. Ask the older students and find out the problems/issues at each school. It's better to know them sooner than later.

Just give them time to settle in. Just lke how i was home sick, once they make the right friends and get use to the enviornment, they will have a different view. Don't worry about picking the right major as many students tend to change majors once they have a feel of what they love. With a school as big as Syracuse offering so many majors, you don't need to worry about them not having something that will interest you or suit you. During the first week of freshman orientation it really does help you settle down. Best time to ask question as there are people to answer them everywhere. Picking the right college is knowing the background of the school, how big the student body is and knowing how the environment is like. You don't want to go somewhere where the environment is something you don't like or not use to. Such factors are climate and distance to other surroundings such as distance to the city. You should decide if you prefer to dorm or travel as those can really impact your schedule.

try and make the difference between what you like, and what you want to study..but keep the two close together

College is tough. You?re going to find it hard to adapt yourself to the school and all the experiences it brings! Here?s my advice: Get involved! Attend school games, get a feel of your school?s spirit...It?s the easiest way to meet people too! Explore the neighborhood, get to know your surroundings?Go to the frat parties and get a sense of the party scene! Accept all the chances you get for different activities?Don?t be afraid to accept challenges, take it all in! You?re going to find out the competition is much more than what you thought but, don?t let the pressure get you?you don?t have to prove anything to anyone but yourself so, do your best! Completely submerge yourself into the college life experience but, remember one thing: Now that you enter a whole different world you?re going to find out you can be anyone and anything you want to be?remember your values, were you come from, and who you truly are?never lose your soul because, it is the ONLY thing that will keep you going when the going gets tough. Remember who you are.

First and foremost, pick the school that makes you (as the perspective student) happy. Pick a school where you think you can achieve both your academic goals and be happy socially. Make sure the academics will challenge you, but not be too challenging. You don't want to be over-stressed, but you want to be able to take a variety of classes to keep yourself interested. Do you want to be involved in greek life? Not all schools have fraternities and sororities, but many do. At some schools, social life revolves around greek life, while at others greek life is merely a part of the social scene. Decide how far from home you want to be, and keep in mind how easy or difficult it will be to return home during holidays. Find a balance to keep yourself happy at school and at home.

Although being able to afford a college's tuition is very important, it is not the most important factor when choosing the right college. Every student should visit the colleges they were accepted to in order to make their final decision on a college. I received a full ride to a very prestigious college but when I visited the campus, I knew it was not right for me. A school's academic reputation is very important to me but I did not feel that that school was diverse enough and there was not enough student activity on campus. When I arrived at Syracuse, I knew I belonged there. The campus was buzzing with life. Everyone looked welcoming and friendly. Somehow, I just felt like I belonged. Even though it cost a lot more to attend Syracuse, I chose it over the academically prestigious college. So my best advice for choosing the right college is: every student should visit the campuses of college they want to attend on an ordinary day and see if they can imagine themselves spending four years of their lives in that school. If the answer is yes, they know what the right college is.

So many people have advice about how to pick a school and how to make the most out of college. My college search taught me that there's no magic formula for finding a school, and there's no perfect school. But there are plenty of schools that could be good fits. When you begin your search, visit a few different types of schools, large, small, urban, rural, to decide what you like. Once you figure out what environment's comfortable for you, research schools with programs in your area of interest. It pays to start early so you can search thoroughly. Apply to some schools you're sure you'll be accepted to, and others that will be a stretch. Don't let a school's cost limit you. Just apply, then look at how financial aid works out. Once acceptance letters come in, make a pro and con chart weighing items that are important to you, such as cost, housing or campus activities. Accept advice, but ultimately, choose for yourself. And stay true to yourself throughout your college experience. Don't let your new surroundings define you or mold you into someone you don't want to be.

Know what you want and then search for colleges. Decide on a major, the ranking of the college, the distance from your home and then the population size. It'll help narrow your decision down to a list. Visit the colleges because pictures always show the best sides of the campus and not the worst. Get involved in clubs. It'll help you to make friends and looks great on your resume. You'll feel like you're making a difference. Be yourself and don't give in to peer pressure.

The college experience is the combination of learning, social life and feeling comfortable in an environment different from home. When applying to college, look for the kind of lifestyle you'd want to experience and at the same time, be able to handle. Extracurricular activities are the best way to make the best of college experience. Clubs can come in all shapes and sizes, and if you don't find one that fits your interests - you can found your own! Going for a college life a little out of your comfort zone keeps you motivated and enthusiastic to meet people, participate and learn. Today, many schools offer large varieties of cultural, experiencial and academic activities - its not hard to find something you like, it just takes a bit to know what it is you want.

The advice that I would give for a student about finding the right college for them is to go and visit the campus at a time students are around. When you go visit a college you get a feel of how it would be if you attended. You are also able to know from the visit if you like the college or not. Regardless of what you may find out through research about all the amazing qualities about a college if you go and visit you may find that you simply could not see yourself belonging there. That is what happend to me when I went to go visit a particular college. And my advice to parents is to not push your child to attend a college they do not want to go to. You have to realize that they are the ones that are going to be attending the college and not you. You must learn to trust their judgement that they have chosen the right college for them and support their decision.

When searching for the right school, make sure you research online and in-person each school you apply to. Do not assume the high tuition cost to be a negative and not apply because that school may in the end give you the most financial aid. When you are accepted into schools, visit again to get a feel for it. Try to see all sides of the school from the academic point of view to the social point of view. When you finally choose a university to attend be excited for it is a great experience. You learn the foundation knowledge you will need for the real world, you make life-long friends and you live four years of your young life to the fullest and most care-free extent.

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Parents: Mom's and Dad's do not pressure your children into attending the school of YOUR choice. Let them make their own choices, pick out their own schools, and then come to you for any final approval or suggestions. Over the summer, why not take a family trip to visit a college? Finally, just make sure your student submits the application before the deadline. Students: Listen to your parents. Sometimes the family's finances may not allow you to attend your first choice. After all finacing your education is the priority when it comes to the college topic. Once you start college, stay away from trouble! You know what I mean... drugs, alcohol, late-night partying etc.. Be open minded; a positive outlook will certainly help you make friends. Lastly, don't overload yourself. Joining too many clubs, fraternities/sororities, and getting a job on top of that can affect your GPA. Remember, you are in college to earn a degree, everything elese comes in a second place. Good luck!

The advice that i give students about finding the right college for them is to first make the decision of wether they are willing to live by themselves in a place where they will have to meet new people and basically start over or if they would prefer to stay at home where they know people and surrounded by there parents. After they have an answer to this dilema, then they should look for a school that has a variety of fields which they would be interested in studying, since the majority of the time as an incoming freshman one has no set idea of what to study. After the student comes up with a list of the ones that feel fit what they want to study, then they should try to visit the campus or find someone that is or attended the schools they are highly considering. Lastly, if the student is planning on going on to law school, medical school, or just to do a master then they should look into the financial aid offered for their undergrade. Hope this helps. =]

Find a college that is the overall total package. It has your desired program, it has a mlultitude of extra things going on both on campus and off campus, what are the typical outcomes for people that obtain your desired degree compared with other schools and the FOOD, try before you go!

You want to go to a school where you know you will feel most comfortable and capable of learning. Do not go to a school that you think you will have the best parties at or the most fun. It is 4 years that will prepare you for the rest of your life. Make them count. When you do all your work on time you will have plenty of time to enjoy yourself, go out and meet people.

One piece of advice that was repeated in every College Guide I picked up since sophomore year was to choose the school with the best 'fit' for you. I should have taken this advice far more seriously. After a dozen college visits I hadn't fallen in love with any particular school so I based my decision on practical factors like financial aid and my intended major. Overwhelmed with the excitement of meeting so many new people, I ended up loving my first semester. However, I soon realized that my college experience was not what I hoped it would be. I found that, unlike me, a majority of students were more interested in frat parties than reading Freakonomics. I'd like to use my experiences to offer the following advice: First, if you haven't found that "perfect fit," keep looking. Second, don't worry about finding a school with your exact major. Most students, including me, change their major multiple times. Finally, realize that student loans are a worthwhile price to fully achieve what adults claim should be the "best four years of your life." You only go to college once. Do it right.

There are a great deal of decisions to be made when when choosing a college. To me there are three important factors. The first is make sure the school offers courses and a major that is conducive to your interests and goals. If you are unsure what you would like to major in, make sure the college you choose has a strong Liberal Arts program. Secondly, research student activities and lifestyle on each campus. A school with a variety of activities will help you both in your studies and in your social life. Finally, many colleges are known for their reputations. Don't base your decision on this. People always asked me if I went to a "party school". My reply was always simple. If you're into partying it's a party school, if you're not, it's not. No matter where you go you will find your niche and the people who share your interests and values. If you are into partying you will find that scene on any campus whether it's a notorious party school or a religious college. If your lifestyle is a quieter one you will find that as well.

always have a college fund saved for each child for the financial burden may very quickly become over whelming