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i will tell myself that college is easier then what people told me

If I could go back to my senior year of high school and give myself advice, it would definitely be to develop better study habits. One of the biggest shocks in the transition from high school to college was the amount of studying that was to be done and I hadn't taken this very major aspect of school very seriously in the past. Had I known what I know now about the demanding study habits that college requires, my first few semesters would have definitely gone much more smoothly.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a senior, I would tell myself to work as much as I can or try to get more scholarships to help pay for college. I would also tell my present self to not join a sorority because money has been tight for a while. Although, I would tell myself to get involved with other activities on campus because there are a lot of other activities that don't cost as much as sororities and fraternities. Also, I would tell myself to study, study, study! It may not be what I want to do, but I need to do it so my GPA will be above a 3.0. Even though I would tell myself to study more, I would also tell myself to have fun because college life won't last forever.

I would tell myself, starting as a freshman, that I need to take hard classes for four years. AP, Honors, and whatever other classes that I can get college credit for, I'd take. I would tell myself to really think about something before I act. I would start my junior year of school, choosing a school, and then finding out what it takes to get scholarships. I have had one scholarship of 500 dollars, and that just doesn't cut it. I would say, work harder et everything and don't slack at anything. I would tell myself to take the harder road, because it pays off. I would tell myself to enjoy the high school years ahead of myself, never give up, and thank God for every day I get to live.

If I could go back and talk to myself in high school I would definately tell myself to develop good study habits because it is true what everyone says that you will have to study in college even if you did not have to in high school.

You really needed to start looking at schools earlier, although TTU is a wonderful school, you still needed to open your horizons. Also, fill out more scholarship applications because you know how hard it is on your dad to pay for everything out of his retirement fund.

Not to wait to go to school. I was homeschooled and had focused on my career as a performer during my high school years. I thought I wanted to move to NYC when I turned 18 and study and audition for shows. For years that was my plan. When the day finally came, I did go. After being in NYC for awhile I realized that I really wanted more out of life, so I came back home and enrolled at TTU for nursing. I would not trade the experiences I had living on my own in NYC, but I probably would have done it differently if I had to do it over. Because of my waiting to start school, I was not eligible any longer for the Tennessee Hope Scholarship. So, I have lost out on $4,000 per year for school. That has been a hardship on my family. Honestly, I was afraid of going to school. I was more comfortable moving to the Big Apple on my own. I know it sounds strange, but now that I have completed my first year of school, I love it. I have a 4.0 GPA and am loving to learn!

My advice would be to take your time. Finding the right college is a huge decision and shouldn't be taken lightly. Not everyone is going to be completely satisfied at the same college, everyone has different views on how things should be taught, learned, and so forth. Therefore, a lot of time and thought should be put into picking the college that is perfect for you. Also, financial abilities is a big issue to consider. Some schools are too expensive and maybe finding a college that offers the same classes for your major at the same quality, but at half the price would be best for you. It's a process. Once in college making the most of it is important. Meet as many people as you can, because you never know who may teach you something new, but be smart. Don't get caught up in the wrong crowd and end up losing everything. Stay focused, strive to be the best but accept the fact that you may no longer be the best. It's a lot different than high school but truly the best years of your life.

The adive that I would give to people about finding the right college is too find the one where you feel comfortable and can stduy what you feel like you are instrested in .

i would have to say look for something that will fit your wants and need the beest that way you are happy during the academic year. make sure to tour the campus before deciding to attend there and also be sure that you like everything about it. that will be where your next year of your life is going to be spent, well enjoy! Good luck! :)

The college experience is scary, fun, and most of all rollercoaster-like exciting. When searching for the right college for your child, or for yourself, there is no PERFECT way. You just have to look for a college that you believe will be a good transition from high school and, also, a place where you can actually expand your education, not just waste your time. College is a huge difference from high school. Many college freshmen go in seeing the bright side of college, getting to choose your classes and when you want to go, having the ability to choose whether you go to class everyday, and many other freedoms. However, that's the reason that many also end up failing many classes, losing scholarships, and losing a year, academically. College can be very fun, but it is also a big responsibility. You have to make your mind up that your education comes first. It's only 4 years or so of your life. You can have the rest of your life to do whatever you want. These four years determine what you're going to be doing for the rest of your life so make them count.

follow your heart

Go with a college that after you have visited and heard the pros and cons about, that sticks out to you as one that would suite you academically. if youare going to college to party then you are going to waiste your money. Choose one that will help you succeed academically and that you are comfortable with. Also if you are like me, then you will want one that is far enough away from home that you can escape but also close enough that you can be home soon if there is an emergency.

College molds the personalities and ideals that shape every individual future. Make informed decisions.

Go to many schools. Don't just got to the one that you see first; look around; take it in. There is so much out there and you will miss much of it if you go to the wrong school.

My personal college decision was laughably based mostly off choosing an aesthically pleasing campus with a sense of heartfelt community and friendship among students trailing closely behind, with of course tuition costs, good academic and professor reputation thrown in there as well... After making the decision to attend TN Tech based mostly off looks and tuition price, I quickly came to have a love affair with this wonderful campus that has only grown stronger after a year and a half. I tell everyone about my school and the experiences and opportunities overflowing out of this place. I am a tour guide here and the advice I always give students and parents, is first off, never choose a college based solely off your friends, choose knowing that there are thousands of new things and people to experience, also look at tuition as an important factor, as money can cause huge stress issues, and lastly make the most of your short time in college and LIVE ON YOUR OWN! College is all about new and exciting things, so don't fight it. Choose to get INVOLVED, every school has the opportunities and it makes for some amazing memories and adventures worth remembering!

Choosing the right college or university is one of the most important decisions a person can make. The right college can set one up for a great career for the rest of their life. The advice I would have to give, based on my own experience, would have to be the following: Start early. When you reach you, or your son or daughter reach their Junior year in highschool, it is time to start looking. Take your time as well. There is no need to rush into making a decision about a school. Talk with several schools you may be interested in and set aside some days to go and visit them. Of course once you are in college, make the best of it. No one is making you attend college. You are there to learn a skill or set of skills that earn you a career for the rest of your life so don't waste this opportunity! Join clubs, volunteer, pledge for a fraternity/sorority. You will meet so many new people and make friends for a lifetime and it will enrich your college experience so that years later you can look back without regret.

Make sure that you have a strong interest in the field of study you choose. If you enjoy what you do in class, you will never have to "work" a day in your life. Also, it will not be much of a problem to apply yourself and become one of the best in your field of study. In my experience, it has been my overall morale and well-being emotionally that has governed how well I have done in my classes. If you don't believe in what you're learning and if you don't believe in yourself it will be much harder to succeed. A good way to keep your morale up is to make lots of friends and go out to eat or just get together to take a break from class. The dorms were a great way to make friends but make sure they don't have doors that automatically close or too many keycard controlled hallways. That way it's easy to just walk by someone's open door and say hello. Use your judgement to find the right balance between things to do in town and on campus. Enjoy college, enjoy life!

Choose a college that focuses on your major because you will find that you can recieve help from and relate to more students. Also choose a school that has a variety of activities available on and off campus that fit your lifestyle.

Choosing a college is a very important step, not only for the student but also the parents. It is important for students to include their parents on the college search, and equally important for the parent to allow their child to make the ultimate decision. The most important things to consider is location, cost, and degrees offered. Do your research on the internet, you will be surprised how much information is given on the university's websites. Once you narrow it down to a few universities schedule campus visits. You will be able to tour the schools and learn about the programs you are interested in. If you have a friend or family member that currently attends the university stay with them for a few days to experience the entire enviroment. Once arriving to school in the fall join a campus organization. This will help you find a place of belonging on a big campus and keep you involved in activities so that you do not sit around and miss home. Keep a good balance of play and work and it will be the best time of your life.

i would advise someone looking into college to check out the prospect schools. Visit the schools and ask questions find out as much about the school as you can. this will help you to chose a school that is right for you.

Follow your heart as a student. Attend some classes as the University, eat in the cafeteria, and use the library. See how it would really feel! Do more than just to the campus tour! Talk to students. You'll find out all you wanted to know - and more - that way! If you don't feel at home on the campus, befriended on the campus, or something just doesn't feel right - move on! The right college will feed your spirit and fill your heart!

Before jumping the gun, do plenty of research on schools that you are interested in. Another good idea is to start with the basic classes that almost every major would require. This will help avoid wasting time early on with changing your major (and this happens a lot).

My best advice would be for the parents and student to sit down and discuss all the pros and cons of each possible school. Try and determine which school provides the most for the student at the best cost. A school that has a variety of majors of study is a good choice as many students do not know what they want to do when they get into school.

Take your time and go in person, meet the students- they're your best point of view. Often the advisors and career services workers have not a clue what's going on outside their cubicle, they have memorized a speech to tell incoming freshmen. So get out there, walk the campus and make new friends that might give you a better, clearer understanding of college life.

When it comes to finding the right college, you should think about what makes you most comfortable. I think that you should remember that it is within YOU to be successful and happy wherever you choose. Try to stay away from colleges that have characteristcs that could distract you from your focus on school. The size of the campus can often be one of the most crucial factors when choosing a school. In order to make the most of your college experience, get involved in some way. Most colleges and universities offer a variety of extra-curricular activities, and that doesn't have to mean sorority or fraternity. When you get involved, you get to know more people. The connections that you make from the very beginning with both students and faculty at the school of your choice could be the key to having the best experience possible.

The advice I would give would be to find what best suits your needs. If you need a crowded place look for a bigger school, or if you need space look for a smaller school. It all depends on what you need. Take all things into consideration when applying and looking. You don't want to end up spending your money at a school that you are only attending because your friends are or because people from your high school go there.

When you are touring a campus, talk to some of the students and see how they talk to you. Happy students will be glad to stop and give you advice on where to visit and some cool places to hang out in your free time. If no one helps you out, you might want to try to find a different school.

I would just like to say when you are choosing a college that is right for your child or for yourself, dont choose the college because they are going to give you the best scholarship. You're going to be there for a good four year. You want a place where you are going to enjoy yourself and make memories. If your college is out of your hometown then take a step foward and leave the nest. If you don't like your decision you can always go back home and said that you tested the waters and your ready for a new journey. There are many colleges and one of them is going to be for you are you child.

To visit the school and to look at the students and community first.

Find out all of the alternate ways to pay for college other than a loan. Use the loan as the last resort.

Figure out what they expect and want from a school and then find that information about the school and mix and match: -does the school offer the major that you desire -Price -Education -Size -Safety -Environmental Aspects (on campus and surrounding) -Social Opportunities -Closeness to home - and of course, plenty of offered or ability to engage in opportunities of fun according to the student's morals, objectives, beliefs, and wants/loves.

Always be sure to talk to the students before the administration, so you know what concerns (of the students) to be addressed. Also, always check the program accreditations of the department you / your child will be studying in.

Don't go to a college just because your friends may be. Go where you will get the most out of it!

My advice is to find a college that has a similar community feeling that you want and that has characteristics that you enjoy. To make the most of your college experience, I suggest that you do study but also having a good social life by getting involved in clubs, organizations, and groups.

I would tell future students to check out a couple of schools and talk to some of the students, not just the ones that the school has lined up for you to meet. Try to visit the campus at different times, not just when the college has pre-planned days. If you already know what you plan to study, meet the professors and some of those students in that field of study. Don't rule out your gut feelings. I knew several years before I started college that I wanted to go to Tennessee Tech. Don't choose a school just because your "friends" are going there. Once you have choosen your school and have been accepted, get involved. Don't stay in your room all the time. Get out there and meet people, at the gym, the library, sporting events and meet your classmates. At lunch don't be afraid to sit with someone new. They may be afraid and are just waiting for someone to start talking to them first. Don't stay in your own little box, you are special and others need to meet you.

Find one that is well suited for you learning style go with a small school or large school depending on your lifestyle.

Visit the college! Meet some students and ask them about their experiences. If you can, sit in on a class and take mental notes on your surroundings. Also, really consider what you would like to do with your life. There are so many awesome opportunities for specific majors out there at every university. Find out what that college is known for.

The key to any aspect of a sucessful college experience is getting involved. That doesn't just mean join a frat or be a varsity athlete, it can also mean to get to know your classmates and become active in study groups and cramming sessions. Also, don't base your decision on who from your high school will be attending, most likely you won't talk to them anyway. Don't choose to live off campus just because the dorms are small. Living in the dorms allows you better access to many things on campus, and keeps your efforts of involvement at your fingertips. By all means have fun in college! If going out and getting hammered is your thing, keep it to a minimum and leave that for the weekends. If it's not, go to athletic events and/or religious and cultural events that are offered. Or choose to do all of the above! Have fun, be safe, and keep your future at the top of your priorities. Afterall, that's why you're here, right?

Pick a college that won't conflict with your personal views and goals. Pick one that you feel will bring out the best in you. Don't feel pressured to do something you don't want to do, because in college the choices you make will follow you.

Go with your heart.

I would tel people to go where you feel you belong. Pray about it alot and God will lead you in the right direction. I know for me I came to this school not knowing anyone, and over th last few months I have made so many friends and have had so many wonderful experiences that I will never forget! I love college and i love being at this school!

Make sure you find a college with a good program in your major. If there are very few people with the same major as you in the school than the program is probably not very strong and may not be recognized by employers when you go out to find a job. Also, the most expensive universities are not always better than the less epensive universities, in many cases it is better to attend a less expensive university because the academics can be of much better quality. And finally, location is not always the most important thing. Don't rule out the local university closest to your hometown or the university thousands of miles away. Always look to the quality of the school before you do the distance from your home.

Learn and Play. Have fun with the social life and for classes, learn what and all you can to be the best you can be.

I believe that students should tour each school that they are interested in and meet the advisors of their intended major. I believe that this would help students and parents associate with the school and better understand what the school offers. After choosing the best school, I recommend that the student and parents stay connected, whether through e-mail or phone calls, so the support system is maintained.

College is a short-lived separate life within which its attendants are afforded the opportunity to explore and expand their minds, it won't change who a person is but, used to its best potential, will help to bring a person's initial concept of themselves to tangibility. Basically, I suggest doing alot of shopping at the school instead of alot of moving into it, not that if you have something you shouldn't use it, but it's alot easier to actually gauge what you need when you get into a routine, and also it's easier to divine what you have that's absolutely necessary, and doing so will help to make the move easier. If you haven't guessed, I also suggest moving into the dorms, you will have better access to study rooms and if your campus has dorms divided by major it will be much easier to find someone that can help you with your work, also it's much easier to get distracted when you're in a place that you're absolutely familiar with so the relative newness of the dorms can keep you focused, which is rather important for obvious reasons.

Finding the right college is something everyone hopes to do once they start looking for it. It all depends on what is important to the student. If you are interested in getting involved with extra curricular activities, in the school sports, or the curriculum, it comes down to what you want in life. Because it's not just about the grades and academics, it 's about the experience that you hope to cherish and remember for the rest of your life. The feeling that you accomplished something that you can be proud of and the experience that you would be offering someone else. As you ponder through applications that your academic advisor has given you or applications from schools you have been researching yourself, think of what matters most to you and see if the schools meets the needs and wants to matter most to you in your life.

Start early in researching fields, potential careers, and financial aid. Visit the college and take time to take in the atmosphere and environment. Talk to professors and set up meetings with different professionals to do interviews to see if you even like what they do. And don't waste your potential, because you have it the same as anyone else. Everything works out in time.