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College has already afforded me many wonderful life-changing opportunities. Life-long friends, a possible wife and future family as well as knowledge to help me, my community, and future generations. In preparing for a future career, my college experience has directly helped me to acquire several valuable attributes such as: a keen ability to work in and adapt to different business areas, strong character to communicate and to accept direction, and great determination and self-motivation to succeed. In a world of so much uncertainty, I am greatly indebted to my college experience for a much brighter future.

I have attended one full year of college so far and I have gotten a lot out of my college experience. I have made my best friends in the dorm that I stayed in and they are now very close to me. I have also benefited from the dorm because I stayed in the science and engineering dorm so I was able to work with other students around me with similar majors as me. It has also been valuable becuase I have learned a lot from my general education classes that I at first thought were pointless. I now see that they relate to life and to almost all of my other classes. I have realized how much I enjoy learning and how much I appreciate people who have a college degree because it is not something that is easy to get. I know really value my education and it is very important to me.

In the year and a half that i have been there i have made a lot a friends in and out of the greek society on campus. I have also go a feel for the life that i have in the near future. The people i met are the next generation to take over and run our world as the generation has before us. I have had the best of time working towards my future in order to grow and make a difference in someones life as done but the people who have changed mine. It has been very valuable to attend because i am the first in my family and for me that means a lot. It means that i want to change the life i had to make a difference in someone elses.

My college experience has been broad. I started out in community college, earning a certificate for general education classes, before I found my calling and advanced to a traditional university. My particular field is a non-negotiable five year degree which, adding on three semesters for graduate work, will amount to upwards of ten years spent in college. My college experience has taught me most importantly about exploration and broad horizons. General education classes prove to be surprisingly useful, the knowledge popping up unexpected but always appreciated. Elective credits have honed talents that I didn’t know I would need, but ended up giving me a decided edge once I found my intended path. Since I’ve been in college, I have made invaluable networking connections, made friends and learned a great amount. Even taking a semester of classes at the college level has given me social and professional benefits. The more schooling I receive, the more valuable skills I attain.

I have gained a lot from my college experience thus far. I first entered college thinking I wanted to become a Pharmacist, but after volunteering in a pharmacy I realized it was not for me. Through the help of my undergraduate counselors I decided to join the pre-nursing club and soon decided nursing was the perfect choice. I completed my first semester of nursing school this past May. The teachers and staff have been phenomenal in helping me through my first semester. The nursing program is very rigorous and I have had to meet with my professors many times to better understand the material. They have been very kind and helpful every time I have come to them. The professors at this university want to see you succeed and reach your goal. I do not think I would have gained the same experience if I attended anywhere else.

The value of college cannot be found in a book, nor can someone answer that question for you. The value of college is what a person allows themselves to achieve and believe in. I find that although switching majors was a point that made my college life a little murky, this is the time to find out who you are as a person. I've developed skills that only personal relationships between fellow students and teachers couild have taught me; again, these are not going to be found in a book. I'd like to think I would do this a hundred times if I could and still not learn the same things twice. I've had excellent and poor teachers which correlated with my excellent and poor grades but through it all I discovered who I was going to be and what I want to do with my time in school. I've been able to learn things I would never have imagined learning someplace else and the hardships I have faced in learning these are mine alone and cannot easily be described in under 200 words.

Well, I am not currently a college student just yet, I will be starting my college experience August of 2010. I am looking forward to have an outstanding learning experience and also, the college experience. I plan to value all the staffs that will be helping me through out my struggles in class and also on assignments. I believe this experience will better me for the future and also will teach me to stand on my own two feet and make smart goals that I

What i have gotten out of the college experience is independence. In high school you have all these groups that keep you from expresing yourself and in college being alone isn't so bad, on the other hand being alone you get a lot more done. Doing things without being told feel way better then having someone nagging you to do something, though it can get hard if you don't keep on top of things. Though simply everything about college is great!

Education is the most important achievement and investment that youth, family, and the community can work towards—the next generation’s future. My parents taught me that preparing young people academically and spiritually is one way of shaping tomorrow. Ultimately I want to become a physician and someday improve lives of people in my community, nationally, and globally. I believe everyone has a purpose. Mine is to give back to humanity. I aim to find the causes of cancer, fight, and cure people of it—why is it prevalent in these times than when my grandparents grew up? 100 years should be a normal life span for humans. I believe there is a reward for studying hard, in that hard work will open opportunities despite what zip code, class, or humble beginnings you come from. The University of Arizona and this scholarship will help me reach my academic goals, reach my purpose, and inspire other young Americans around me and across this country, that simple people can in fact reach for the stars. Our minds and our wills are God’s gifts to us.

Since I am still a freshman at least until october I am still learning about this school. What I can say is that the school is known for their Culinary program. Their culinary program is the best I've learned so much in each class I've taken. I have learned to write your recipes down on index cards and bring them to class to use so you wont mess up your books. I have learned that you really have to pay attention in each class because the teachers will ask questions about different countries depending on what your cooking that day. For example if the class is reading about mexico my teacher Chef Scholly he will ask where was this bean originated from or he will put different types of beans in little cups and to see if the class actually read the assignment he will ask what is each bean in each cup and believe me it is not as easy as it seems because some beans are similar to each other. All of this information has been extrememly valuable to me because I want to have my own restaurant one day and this will help me alot.

I have refocused my goals as I've grown in college. At first, I had the same understanding as the average college freshman. However, paying my way through college taught me the value of a dollar. I acknowledged my superfluous spending habits and decided it was time to take responsibility. I now prioritize my life differently; schoolwork comes before everything besides family. I work harder than I ever had in high school. I understand that this is it; these next 4 years will determine the rest of my life. Whether or not I receive a job in a business related field or something completely outside the parameters of my degree. The friends I surround myself with have changed also: more career-oriented people. I befriended individuals whom I can identify with, instead of those who say, "Let's go out. You can finish your work in the morning". I am more focused, more determined, and more confident than I have ever been in my life. All of this does not even do justice to what the University of Arizona has given me.

When I visited Tucson from Indiana for the first time, I was consumed by the energy of 4th avenue. The thrift stores, coffee shops, bars, and bookstores gave me hope. I felt that the students here would reflect this energy: beings running up and down the street with books and lively conversation. I chose this school for the mere fact that I could see myself here, amongst these open-minded creatures. I'm still waiting for that acceptance to occur. Now, as a junior, while I may complain about certain aspects of this campus because of the out of place feeling I still get walking around, I cannot claim that I haven't grown as an individual. I've learned so many things about myself, physically and emotionally. I've learned compassion through friending people I never would've talked to in high school. I've learned how to take care of myself through yoga and organic food. I've learned how to format poetry to affect my audience in a profound manner. I've learned vocabulary. These are great things, but the most important lesson that I've learned at college is that the best is yet to come.

At my orientation, I was able to feel the excitement that was built inside of me. Once I got the campus experience, I felt amazed and even more excited than getting the acceptance letter. Learning how to become a college student from past mentors really has taught me how to react to independence. I am proud that I am attending a well-known university. Especially being the first one in my family to attend any college in particular, feels blessed. I feel that I can help my family by gaining a college education and hoping to get a great career that will do good for them and myself. I cannot wait to gain the full version of college. All the stress and midterms await me. I'm in for it again. I plan on getting more involved in school activities than I was in high school so that I can meet and greet with a lot of people. That is why attending this college is valuable to me.

It has always been my dream to attend the University of Arizona, so when I received the acceptance letter in the mail, I was exstatic, and because I want to major in education, I know for a fact that the U of A is one of the best colleges to attend for that area of study. Right away, I got on the school's website and started looking up information about the classes and clubs and anything I may find interesting. From going to my orientation, I have learned so much more about the University of Arizona than I had expected; my advisors are so friendly, the students and staff are very helpful and it's really easy to get around campus, knowing me, I thought I was going to get lost the minute I stepped foot there! Thankfully though, it wasn't a struggle at all and just by attending those first two days at orientation, I knew that I am going to be achieving so much more than I expect like becoming more responsible and getting ready for my future to succeed.

When I first started college I was in high school. I was put in an early college program because I felt high school may be to slow. My first day of college class proved that right away. Not only did I feel I was learning a great deal more I was surrounded by people who wanted to better them selves and learn. This in the end helped me stay consistant and focused with my school work. In the end I was not only giving myself a furture and a career I was learning more and more about my community, country, and even other countries. To anyone considering college I would say don't even hesitate. Attending gives one a career, a stabel setting and a open mind capable of accomplishing anything.

I have gotten a lot out of my college experience even though i have only been going for a year now. I have learned that life is about more than high school drama. The people you meet in college can benefit you greatly in the future. The classes you take help prepare you for your future in this world. When you are in high school teachers and parents tell you what to do and when to do it but when you are in college you are in control of everything that happens. It has shown to be valuable to attend in many ways. First, it has shown me how strong i am with dealing with new situations. Second, it has taught me that meeting new people isnt as scary as I thought it would have been. Last but not least it has helped me grow up and take responsibility.

So far my university experience is far better than I expected and I expected a great deal. My professors have been extremely helpful in aiding me in developing my own abilities and they expect that I do my best. I'm around like-minded people who are curious about and receptive to different ideas and opinions. They can offer their own views, generally without the hinderances of ignorance or bias. The university experience is extraordinarily personally rewarding. I've grown socially because I am a very shy person but at the university, I am more comfortable talking to people because they are knowledgeable and receptive. I have the resources to study and learn about what I want to outside of class in addition to in-class work. If I hadn't chosen to go to a university and went straight into work, I don't think that I would be as prepared to deal with both people and with working with the confidence of knowing what I am doing.

I've made a lot of valuable friends, have had wonderful teachers, and there are lots of opportunities at the school over the years.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is never give up on your dreams. When i first started college, i didn't know how everything worked. I was nervous and unsure about a lot of things. Being an African American male the dropout rate for African American males in college is high. Fortunately my college has a program that helps African American students succeed both in the classroom and in the real world and because of the support i recieved i have been able to maintain a 3.1 GPA and the resources to help me earn my AA degree in less time than other students who have not taken advantage of this program. The counseling services are extremely helpful and helped me along my college career.

I have learned how to operate a business, work on a team, motivate others, and to help those less fortunate.

I received a fantastic education during my studies for my Bachelor's degree. I had challenging courses, some great professors, and learned more than I ever could have imagined. I also was able to make the transition from a small, private high school to a large university by joining campus organizations where I met people who challenged me to look at ideas and causes in a new way. I was quite sheltered as a child, so this was exciting and new for me. I believe my college studies prepared me for not only graduate school, which I will attend beginning in Fall 2010, but also for life outside of school. I became a more compassionate and thoughtful person because of my professors and my fellow students. I was able to be successful in entry-level jobs in my field because of the preparation and hard work I undertook in college. I always will value my time as an undergraduate, and look forward to challenging myself to find new ways to impact the world positively as a graduate student.

The biggest lesson I have learned thus far from my college experience is determination. As a first generation college student, I didn't have much help or guidance in my voyage to higher education. For as long as I can remember, I have known that nursing was my calling. I began taking summer classes at our local community college right after high school graduation and have been persuing my dream of becoming an RN ever since. During this time I have held two jobs in order to finance my schooling. Although it has taken me longer than I would have liked, I am finally entering the RN program this summer! The determination I have learned through this process has paved the way to where I am at today and will continue to push me through the rest of my schooling into my career.

I find it a privilege to study at the University of Arizona and with this experience I have learned to be a devoted and responsible scholar. Throughout my college experience I have been offered a diverse learning environment which provides inspiration as well as team work among students such as myself to enhance their education. The opprotunity to attend college has been valuable in affirming my belief in the importance of dedication, support, and service to others by being involved in the community. I believe that attending college has helped me grow further as a person and to achieve success.

To whom it may concern, College has taught me a tremendous amount about life and loyalty. It is a huge committment to go to school, attend class, balance studying with work, family, and friends. I have learned that to be able to pull off and balance all of the activities you are able to do anything. The college experience is extremely gratifying because you are learning and growing as a person and then you can turn around and use that knowledge to benefit other people. I want to go back to college because I want to be a phyusician assistant so I can help others. It will be valuable for me to attend because I appreciate the experience and truly want to learn a new skill so I can help others. Going back to school at 31 can be a daunting experience. I want to take on this challenege because in my heart I know that school is the key to educate me so I can help people that are sick. I greatly appreciate your consideration of me receiving this scholarship. Sincerely, Kasey

I have gained a life-long appreciation of education from my experience in college. Perhaps that is why I have enjoyed returning for a Master's, having a career in the education field, being a leader in that field, and now seek to return to college to expand my repertoire. College gave me life-long friendships, helped me to gain independence and learn to be an altruistic and responsible member of the community. Because I went to college, I have the skills I need to survive in the world, in the work force, and continue to grow. I strongly feel that had I not gone to college, I would have missed out on many great opportunities. There were adventures, challenges, and hurdles overcome in my undergraduate and graduate years in college.

Before coming to college, I was a student at a small private high school, where everyone knew each other. I was quickly labeled a nerd, simply because I was in the honors classes with the other honors students, and because I followed the dress code policy. As a result, I felt as though I was in a box, unable to break free from the mold my peers had created fo rme. College gave me the freedom I had desired in high school, the freedom of identity. I am now in classes where all of the other students want to learn. Everyone is here to better themselves and to pursue potential. It's encouraging to be around others who are on the road of personal development. Also, college has presented new opportunities for the exploration of myself, others, and the world around me. I plan to go on a study abroad program to Namibia this summer. In high school, I would have only dreamed of being able to take part in such an adventure. College has unlocked the box, and I am now free to pursue a future of my own.

In my college experience thus far at the University of Arizona, I have gained the resources and information needed to succeed in the Pharmacy career, and the confidence that this is what I want to do. I have achieved all of my pre-requisites in a timely manner with assistance from advisors every step of the way. I learned all the actions necessary and tips for applying to pharamcy school, and have been provided great information on how to succeed in my acadmic programs. My knowledge of th emedical field has grown tremendously. This college has been very valuable to attend because of it's high academic standards, opportunities for students, and involvment in extracurricular activities. I feel 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} ready to begin my PharmD program, and could not say the same if I had attended any other university.

Independence is one of the most valuable gifts that I have so far gotten out of my first year college experience. Before I attended college I relied on my friends in everyway and didn?t allow my self to grow socially. Now that I am in the ?real world? I am able to expand my circle of friends and open up in ways that I never thought I would be able to. As well as getting around and as simple as calling a taxi I feel no hesitation or reliance on another individual. College is one of the most precious gifts that any person can obtain. Having the opportunity to receive this gift from my parents makes me feel so grateful. I plan on returning the favor to them by delivery outstanding grades and as well as my independent grown as a young adult.

College is the most diverse place that I will ever get to see, and when I graduate, it will be less likely to find such a rich source of diversity and culture to learn from. I take every effort to join various organizations such as Asian Bible Fellowship and Hong Kong Student Association to better understand Asian culture. I also take Chinese classes with a purpose to put the language to use while I am in college. I am a founding member of the Liberation in North Korea chapter of the college and hope to give voice to those out there deprived of human rights. My college experience has truly taught me that what we can do as individuals and as large groups of students can have great impact in our area or far across seas. The voice and the resources we have here should not be wasted and be used to inform people about various causes. It is crucial for people to attend college and gain this experience and opportunity to make a difference as the young generation that will be responsible for our world's future.

I have been a student at the University of Arizona for almost four years. I have taken classes mostly in Linguistics and Computer Science. I have, throughout the course of my education, learned about social activism in college students. I learned how to balance a healthy social life with school and work obligations. This college life has given me a sense of persepective. The classes have given me a new perspective on the world around me, even events that are happening just a couple hundred miles away. It has been a very valuable experience for me to attend the University because it has helped me mature into an adult capable of making more informed decisions. It has taught me how to discover the truth for myself, and to apply that truth in my life style and choices. I have made friendships that will last for years, perhaps for a lifetime. Other schools might be more famous, or come more highly recommended. Advisors urged me to apply to Ivy-league schools such as Yale. I believe that in spite of this, I have gotten a better, broader education at the University of Arizona than I could have anywhere else.

I have learned a lot from my pre business classes about the business world and what to expect. I am on the right track to becoming an accountant and I need a college degree to do so.

My college experience has allowed me to grow as an individual. I have become a more self dependent and responsible person because I had to take care of myself. I have also become more outgoing, and able to go and search for help from all the resources that the university has to offer. I feel like the university is maturing me and shaping me and preparing me for the buisness world.

My first semester as a freshmen at the University of Arizona was where I struggled the most. Just graduating high school and thrown into a big college campus I was overwhelmed with change. Classes were great and exciting but I realized that college is nothing like high school. As a student, I had to push myself to do my best. Being around professors and my peers helped me through my first semester and showed me that college is an amazing experience. I've learned time management, better study habits, and created new relationships with people from all over the world. The value of college is hard to describe to those who do not experience it for themselves. College has been valuable to me in many ways. I now value education more than ever and have passion for education because college has allowed me to become closer to my goals.

It is extremely important to find the right type of people to befriend. Study groups, clubs, and even friends will influence the way one will interact with people in the future. One's closest friends may inevitabally from the dorms, which are highly recommended to live in during your college years. I made the biggest mistake of living at home with my parents this freshman year, and I am having trouble finding and making friends. The college academic difficulty level is not bad. As a matter in fact, the first two years are just as hard as high school. But the work load can be horrendous at times. I realized that one must be excellent with time management and structured planning in college.

Responsibility is the key! When in High School I would depend on my parents to get my materials, make sure I was not forgetting anything, and just help me keep my life together. In college I have learned how to be completely responsible for my school work, for my grades, and just myself in general. I know that if I did not enroll in college right away I would have lacked this very important virtue in my life.

College is a place to learn from both professors and from those around you. Any person's opinion demands consideration, whether it is an opinion or idea from a professor or a peer. Professors do not know everything, and they do not claim to know everything. They can only show you the door, while you must make the decision to walk through it and carry on with a passion or interest. From that point on, it is you and your friends who make the choices; however, life can be made significanly more simple and bearable with a professor or elder as a friend. In short, I have learned thus far that in order to succeed, I must consider every possible factor or path, and with more knowledge from multiple sources, choosing a correct path becomes a delicate game of balacing both pros and cons while considering the tugs of the heart.

I have gone through a lot of rough times with my family and school. I have finally picked myself up and am on my way to a sucessful future, God willing.

College has given me the most valuable understanding towards life that i can imagine. I have seen multiple fraternities which dropped me get kicked off of campus for illigal activity. I have seen liers succeed and honest workers fail. I have made friends one semester and never heard from them again. Most of all I have reflected on the finitly specific circumstances which have lead me to the exact place I am at today only for me to realize that the only certainty in life is change and fast change at that. What I have earned from my time with the U of A is the understanding of possability and how to put it in my favor.

As an young man i have made chioce that I am proud of and those I'm not but this is one of the better chioices. I did not start school right out of high school. Had to find my self and discover what i want out of life. Not what my parents told me or teaachers I wanted something more. I went to the trade schools and they were not for me. The only thing they taught me is how to get a job not to keep it. So i told my self go ahead and try college what do I have to lose by doing this. I enrolled in school now i can say wow best choice every enproving my math, writing, reading, and commucation skills for the business word. It has help me improve my life for the better. If i could tell anyone that about to get out of high school. Do find yourself but make sure you go to college improve your live condition with an education. College is hard but worth it don't say you can't when you never tried, take the steps need to grow.

I have noticed a sense of maturity out of my College experience. Instead of school being just another thing to do in my life everyday, it has become a major priority. I've developed more responsibility seeing that my classes and books are being paid out of pocket. Also, acquried a more skills in ways of organizing notes, styles of learning, and math. Attending college has been valuable for bringing more knowledge to me in different interesting ways. Having to not go to school everyday and still being capable of still working throughout the week, has also been and advantage for me. My college experience has been great for the fact that i was even able to attend and that it's preparing me for my future career.

This is my first year of attending college. So far, applying for college is the smartest decision I've ever made in my life and I know that because of this decision, I will make better ones in the future. Being a college student requires a lot of work, focus, commitment and also courage to keep going. Most classes are hard, just like what I expected but how else do we expect to gain more knowledge? I am the first in my family to attend college and English is my second language. My parents don't have enough money to put me through college and they dont think I'm smart enough to finish it. These were the reasons why I doubted myself in the beginning but I knew that if I never try, I'll never know. Last quarter I earned a GPA of 3.7. I took 17 credits/ 4 classes. I applied for scholarships and finacial aid which is why I am able to go to school this year. Having someone to tell me that I can't do something put me down but clearly, it shows that the only person who can decide that is myself.

I have gotten many helpful traits out of my college experience. To begin I have learned to live a very independent life style, which has actually turned out to be somewhat simple since my parents were always at work during the day, in high school, so adjusting down here was not as bad as I thought it would be. A second positive thing I have gained from attending a higher education would be time management skills. I have become accustomed to making a schedule for the week and going according to the plan so I do not fall behind on any assignments. I have learned making plans for my social life during the week, if I can schedule any in, usually fits into my evenings, but socializing is not as important so I try to save plans for the weekend. Overall I have learned having my education payed for by my own family members or granted scholarship money makes me appreciate everything much more since it's not for free anymore.

My college experience has given me the opportunity to grow as an individual and realize that my skills are serving others in my community. I have learned through many jobs, such as being a flight attendant, offiice manager and waitress, that I am not happy unless I am working with other people and using my hands. I could be in a work environment doing the dirtiest of jobs and still be more happy than sitting in front of a computer all day in a small confined space. My college experience has also taught me why budgeting my money is important. Through this experience, I have learned that money does not grow on trees and working to pay off my debt is harder than I originally thought. I thought that by just attending college, my dream money making career would fall into my lap. Now, I know that it is very important to pick a career that suits your personality. The most valuable lesson I have learned by attending college is that hard work pays off and having the perserverance to reach the end makes one feel the most accomplished.

I have developed into more outgoing, dependable and involved iin the world person. I have 'found myself' as what people would say. I have learned how to be comfortable in my skin and make decisions based on facts and the factors of the future, instead of my heart.

College is not easy. If they say they prepared you, if they told you that you that it's just like high school, they lied. Prepare to actually read the books, take notes, study your notes, and rewrite your notes so that you know the material so well you can take the tests with your eyes closed. Because college takes that kind of willngness and determination to succeed. Whatever you do, don't overload yourself with classes, and if you can, avoid working at a job or spending too much time with friends. You're going to need to prepare for tests more than a week in advance and you will definitely need to start working on essays close to the day they were assigned and not procrastinate. If you can avoid taking out student loans, wait to do so. If you can apply for scholarships, apply for as many as you can. Most of all, when you feel like giving up, keep on going. Its a long road--a hard road. But one that is so worth taking you won't regret it. You can do it. You can make it. Just keep going.

Since I was in elementary school, procrastination has been one of my biggest flaws. The first time I put off an assignment was at the tender age of seven. Among friends and family, my ability to procrastinate is notorious. However, this is not to say that I did badly in school! I have always had good grades and have made the honor roll at my schools many times. It seemed like putting things off was just the way I operated, and as long as I still did well in school what did it matter? Senior year was no exception. This time I procrastinated in another important area: filling out scholarships. The fall of my first year of college came and I found myself with only one scholarship. Applying for scholarships is an important part of making the transition from high school to the expensive world of college, and I had not made a good start. Now I can easily say that if I were given a chance to adivise the Hilary of last year, I would drill the importance of actually getting those applications done into my head until even a master of procrastination such as myself could never forget!

?Take a risk, don?t waste your chance to start over and travel whenever you can? are the words I would say to my high school self. I never regret my decision to attend the University of Arizona, because it has given me many advantages. But having grown up in Tucson Arizona, I continually imagine what it would have been like to hand caution to the wind, and moved somewhere far away. College is not just about the degree; it is also about personal growth and I believe you learn the most about yourself when put in an unfamiliar place. However, it?s never too late, just because I chose my home University doesn?t mean I lose my opportunity. I will be studying abroad and from what I?ve heard, it is life altering. This is something all high school seniors should be looking for as they decide their futures. Had someone told me before, I might be somewhere else, satiated with newness and a clearer sense of self but here I am, clawing at my opportunity to see the rest of the world. So ?don?t waste your chance to start over and travel whenever you can.?

If I would have that chance I would probably tell myself to study hard and pay more attention to class lectures.. The other important thing would be self-motivation and managing time right. It is extremly important to use every minute usefully. I would also advise myself to start a desk planner with important deadlines and homework assignments marked in, so I would never forget anything. And last, but not least would be to advise review notes after class and before coming to class. It would help remember material better and make studying for tests and exams so much easier.

To make classes easier, take as many AP classes as your high school offers. This makes the transition into class much easier and allows you to focus on adapting to university life, and life on your own, without stressing out about accademiccs as much as others might. It is important to stay balanced and know what you want. If you do this you will be successful in the transition.

The number one piece of advice that I would give myself would be composed of two words; dedication and preparation. It is important that students begin to really take their courses serious from early years and that they dedicate a meaningful amount of time in their studies so that they can prepare for what they are to face when they step into college. The hardest part of my college transition was learning to deal with stress my freshman year. Being away from home is hard and when midterms and finals come around the corner it is important that one is well prepared to tackle the situation with organization and patience. Time management is crucial and if I had prepared myself since high school to better manage my time, I would have avoided a lot of stress during my freshman year. I would tell myself that prioritizing is a skill that one must master before going to college because I have seen many fall behind and struggle with coursework because they do not give their education priority. If one is dedicated in their studies and persistent in their work, they will be able to achieve academic success and wonders in life.