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If I could give my self advice, when I was a senior, I would continuosly remind myself how important my senior year is in getting me into college and try to higher my GPA. I would have told myself to take more classes and be serious about my school work, so I should not slack off and joke around.

The advice I would give myself is to make my decisions with the bigger picture in mind. Sometimes, my vision was very short-sited and I wish I would have let myself take school more seriously. I also would tell myself to take full advantage of every opportunity that I am given because I never know if it will come around again. Now that I am graduated from high school, every decision I make counts toward my future. I need to remember to take one step at a time.

MY ADVICE TO MYSELF WOULD BE TO STARTS SAVING FOR BOOKS AND APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS.

I would tell myself to relax. Take a year off before beginning college if necessary. I would say to realize that higher education is important and you need it to be successful in life, no matter what you are doing. Having a higher education helps you provide for your family that you will one day have. Don't give up.

Throughout high school, I remained a dedicated and determined student. I focused strictly on school and everything I needed to complete to have a successful college career. I find that most of the time spent by teachers and such of high schools is on trying to guide and help out the not-so-focused students. While the ones with their hearts set on higher education are somewhat ignored, the lesser ones tend to attract all of the attention. This can be discouraging to students like me who also need some assistance. If I could go back in time and give myself a word of advice, I'd tell myself to keep up the good work... just a little encouragement.

I would say that I should set the thorough school search to the side, go on and apply at ULL, apply for all their available scholarsips, as well as search harder for applicable outside scholarships, and save more money from my high school job. However, I would also tell myself to enjoy high school more. Despite the fun there is in being on your own and learning to be an adult, Senior Year was the one time when you weren't expected to be totally an unadult, so even though people might treat you like a kid, that gave you the slack you could use to make a few mistakes and learn from them without a serious consequence. Senior Year should be about getting yourself ready for college, and almost nothing else. Your first three years of high school is what should have developed your GPA, so Senior Year should be all about finding the right college, preparing for the change, and enjoying high school while you still have it.

I would advise myself to take a year off in between high school and college to travel, work, volunteer and really explore what I liked and wanted to do. I would tell myself to read as much as possible and to talk to people in different professions to discover what career would really fit me best. I would also warn myself that the transition would be hard, that their would be a lot of new people and to take care of myself and get involved in order to make new friends.

I would tell myself to stay at home for the first year of college. It was fun living away from home, but it really messed me up. There was too much freedom, and not so much restrictions, so my grades fell. Also, to surround yourself with great friends who have a strong head on their shoulders. They're the ones who will guide you in the right direction. Don't put anything off just to go play for a few hours. When you're in school, your work is the most important thing, and it should always come first. I give a lot of kudos to the kids who know how to balance their social life and school life. If I could go back, I'd do it the right way. You shouldn't always try to grow up faster. It's not like high school where the teachers will give you leeway on assignments. Due dates are written in stone. College is a whole new scene, and it IS the first step to growing up.

I would tell myself to think carefully about where I chose to go and what I chose to do with my life.

Never let any classes get to you. Schedule wisely and make sure you get good professors. Do your best in all that you do. Dont make mistakes by staying focused.

The best years of your life are coming your way! You have the whole world ahead of you and college is just the beginning. Go out there, meet new and different people. The people you meet through this journey will teach you so much, about life and yourself. Study hard and do your best at everything, even though it may seem useless, it will come back! Get involved in organizations, get to know your peers! Don't be afraid to be yourself, you are unique and special! All of the things I hae just listed are important, these will be some of the best years of your life, so enjoy it. Live well, learn as much as possible an ddon't be afraid to go after your dreams!

Don't overwhelm yourself with too much schoolwork. Finishing at a slower pace is better than not finishing at all. Make sure you set a list of goals for yourself, get involved, and don't affiliate yourself with the wrong types of people. Don't give up, just keep pressing on. And most of all, have fun! (but not too much)

Don't spend your money on useless things. Study more and worry about hanging out with people less, they get to be really busy. Relax and be yourself, it will all turn out alright.

DON'T TAKE MORE THAN 12 HOURS AND DON'T TAKE DESIGN AND DRAWING IN THE SAME SEMESTER!!! And make sure you get all the scholarships and grants and other money you can! Don't forget to do all your work in Math/Algebra and keep up so you don't fail the class! And don't take Math first thing in the monring--no earlier than 10am--for that matter don't take any 8am classes at all--trust me; you won't be able to stay awake and pay attention (which will not be good for your grade in that class--especially if it's Math!)!

The advice I would give myself is that everything is not as easy as it seems. That no one will always be there to help you as you transistion in life. Their will be alot of bumps in the road so you have to be mentally stable for whats in store.

If I could go back to High School I would have just a few things to tell myself. I started my college career as a Chemistry Major planning on trying to get into Med School, but the thing is I did not actually want to do this. My parents were heavily weighing on the choice and I ended up doing it. I would tell myself then not to start as a Chem Major, but to instead start as what I actually wanted to do, Physics. I made the switch this semester and thanks to a summer school class I am not behind, but it caused me a head-ache that I could have avoided.

When picking a campus I would suggest comfort. When one decides on a campus they should be comfortable with the size of the campus and class sizes. There surroundings whether new or old should not be startling to them. I believe if one is comfortable everything will fall into place. To recieve the full college experience all i can say is get involved do not be afraid of rooting on your team or sporting your school colors. Its is fun and presents new oppurtunites in many ways. Fraternties and sororities are a great way to meet new people and get involved in the community. I say just dive in there is a place for everyone at all universites.

When trying to find the right college for you or for your child I suggest that you keep in mind the kind of personality that you have. Think about what it is that you would like to acheive throughout the school year and what steps you plan to take in order to achieve this. Also be open to experience changes.

Finding the right college is truly important both academically and socially. Although the main focus should be on academics, it is important that the student favors the social environment that he or she will be learning in. College years are some of the most influencial years and have a huge impact on self confidence needed to continue after a degree is obtained. The college experience is about growing into a young adult with other people who have the same goals and dreams as you do. The college experience is about learning responisibility and maintaining the freedom responsibly. All of these things are essential along with working towards a rewarding future. My advice to parents would be to allow your student to seek out what is important to them in a learning environment while enjoying the atmosphere around them. Students, find a place where you can be yourself and grow. Do not be afraid of new challenges, because just chosing to go to college is a huge accomplishment. Make new friends, even if they do not dress like you or have the same hobbies. The true college experience is about learning not only your field, but about yourself! Dont be nervous!

Students have many different factors to consider when choosing a college but one of the most important factors is the location of the college. If a student is more comfortable living in a big city or small town they should choose a college that is located in an area they would be comfortable living in. Another very important factor to consider is the program that the student is interested in. Students must research the schools they are interested in to make sure that the school offers certain programs and areas of study. Some schools will be able to offer more in certain areas of study than others and would be more beneficial. Once the student has selected the school and begins college, they should find the school organizations which pertain to their interests. Being involved on their college campus with other students is one of the best ways for students to get the most out of their college experience.

Visit some of the college campuses that you are interested in. Try to find a school that is known for what you want to study. Keep in mind the distance the school is away from your home in case of emergencies and things of that nature. Try to find a place were you are comfortable and enjoy being.

I strongly recommend that the parents stay up to par with their kids' academics.

I would suggest parents and/or students pick a college where they know they will feel comfortable going and where they will get a good education.

I would say to pick a school where you feel welcome. If you do not feel like you belong there, do not enroll. Take tours and ask questions about things that are important to you. Even though a school's curriculum is good doesn't mean the environment will be condusive to your type of learning. If you don't know people at the school, join a club,group, or sorority/fraternity. Being a happier, social person can help in your studies and the networking can help you get a job once you're out of college. Also, even though it is important to have a social life, don't have too much that it gets in the way of your overall goal. Which is to do well at your school of choice. It's important to get involved with people who value education and can help you throughout your college career.

I would tell students and parents to look for a college or university that makes them feel at home. When a student goes to tour a college, that person will usually feel something special about the college. They should look for programs within the college that are focused on what they want to do with their life. The student and parent should also look for good housing on campus. To make the most of the college experience, a student should join some extracurricular activities to get involved on campus. By getting involved, he or she will be able to make friends. The student should also follow his or heart in deciding on a major. He or she should have as much fun as they can but should also remember that studies come first. The student should live every moment to the fullest and not have any regrets to make most of his or her college experience.

Take what you love to do and hold on to it. Use what you love to inspire you to make the decision on what you want to do for a living. After you make that decision then look at all of the schools you have selected and choose the one that best fits you and can help you achieve your goals of doing what you love. In doing this you will make lifelong friends that share the same intrest and give you a more fulfilling college experence.

I would recommend a number of things actually. First of all, I would speak with my college advisor in high school if the school provided one. Then, I would talk to as many people as possible about the different colleges that I was interested in. I might even ask different people to suggest colleges of their own. I'd try to ask current and former students of the different colleges, professors, and anyone else involved with the universities. After getting some different opinions, I would do a bunch of research on the internet on the different colleges to try to find reviews and ratings on the universities. I would also look into what scholarships are available for each college. Lastly, I would go to every college I was interested in and gather as much information about the school as possible. I would take any tours that are offered, talk to students/professors around campus, and try to see if that particular university would be the right university for me.

My advice to students and parents would be to explore all of your options and decide what best fits you and your personality. Visit the schools you are interested in and see how friendly the students are. Making friends is very helpful and important in college, especially if you are from out of town. Take into consideration the teachers and facilities for the major you are interested in. Some schools have better colleges than others. When you get to college, make sure to stay organized. Have fun but prioritize what is more important at what time, or you can fall behind.

From my experience it is important to choose a college that suites your personality. For example i am quite a shy person, i would hate to be in huge classes where i would be overwhelmed. That is why i chose a relitively small University, UL Lafayette. The student population is roughly 15,000 and classes tend to be small (25-30 students) and there are only few large auditorium classes..

i would tell parents not to pressure your children into going to your alma matter and to not pressure your child to major in the area of study that you majored in. and also to parents, to not hold your child back by telling them they should go to a local university. college is all about new experiences, and how can the student experience new things while they are still living at home. i would tell students to not fall behind in studies, and to keep up with homework, because unlike high school, teachers don't really care whether you do your homework every night, most teachers don't check homework, and come the day of the test, you will be very lost if you failed to do your homework. and if you go away to college, it means that your parents won't be there to baby you anymore, so take charge of your life!

Go to the college that fits your personality. If you are looking fo a crowd and party do the research and find a school that fits that. If you are looking for a school the is academically oriented then research those types. If you are looking to play big sports then find a college that has a good team you can play for. This will enable you to be as satisfied as possible while your at college.

Granted that I'm only in my second year of college, I have found that in order to get the most out of your college experience, knowing what you love and what you want out of life is a good starting point in picking the right university. If you really pursue and work for what you love, than the rest (friends, a job, good grades, etc) will eventually follow. Find the school that you think best emphasizes the things you want, and don't pick a college just becasue your friends are going there. What you get out of this is going to stick with you the rest of your life, so choose wisely, and once you do choose, fully immerse yourself in the experience of it all. Open yourself to different lifestyles and try every new experience you possibly can, so when you look back on your college years, you know you didn't miss out on anything.

To make the most out of college, you have to be prepared to work hard from day one. Don't slack off - professors want to see you trying hard, and you'll learn more information if you put in enough effort. Treat school like it's your job. Be dedicated and never give up. Even if you look like you're in a slump, if you keep working through it, you may perserve in the end. College may be a great deal of work, but try to remember to have fun, too. These are the "best years of your life." You'll want to excell, but you won't want to only remember the inside of your library or dorm room. If you only focus on school work, you'll stress yourself out and you won't really be getting the full college experience. Meet new people; try new things. Go to a few football games, or join an extracurricular activity. College is supposed to be a learning experience in all the ways of the world.

Parents helping students find the right college should find a school where the student feels comfortable. The parents should be prepared for helping students financially or should offer their help in researching financial aid. A home computer with internet access and printer should be provided for the student to help him or her succeed. Students should explore the campus and find a place to study that works for them. Their are many benefits of belonging to a University including work out facilities, health clinics, and technology labs that sometimes have to be searched for but are nice additions to the college experience. Students should not be afraid to meet and talk with other students in class. Study groups are fun and beneficial. Enjoy your College experience and don't get discouraged. College will fly by and it is worth it!

Visit on a normal school day, so you can see the typical routine, not on a campus preview day.

You should visit the campus when school is in so you can get a true feel for the student life. Attend as many open housese as possible to really make an informed decision about what school to attend. Talk to as many current students as possible and look into the clubs and groups active on campus. Make sure to visit on campus and off campus housing options.

My advice about finding the right college would be to make sure there are a lot of classes offered for the sudent's major. Having different types of classes that pertain to a particular major is very important for students to help them learn more about that subject. It will also help them figure out what type of job they might want to get in the future. Students should take their college experience very seriously. They need to study and put a lot of effort into their school work. However, they should also enjoy themselves and take part in some of the clubs or other organizations on campus. Students should also take advantage of the services that are offered on campus (i.e. career centers, study groups, etc.). College can be a great experience for every student, as long as he or she knows how to manage his or her time and not get too overwhelmed.

Research what the student wants to do in life and pick a college accordingly.

Good Luck!

My number 1 piece of advice would be to check out ULL. It is a great school. But, I would also tell students that it really doesn't matter what College you choose, they will all give you about the same education. You get out of college what you put into it so it is important to pick a college that you like and feel a connection to so that you will put the most into it and get the most out of it.

Pick a college that has a strong program in which you would like to pursue! Entering as a freshman, try to enroll in as many extracurricular activities as possible. It's a great way to meet new people and it looks great on a resume. Once you get towards the end of your college degree you'll wish you had participated in waaaaay more. Don't rush your experience! It's a great one. After college comes the real world....which isn't all that great!

I would advise parents that they should never pressure their children into choosing a school or major. This time in our lives is crucial, and extremely beneficial to the rest of our lives. When parents force their ideas or opinions on their children, the students generally do not do as well in school, and become unhappy. Parents should allow the students to search for themselves, and guide them by sharing wisdom. These four years allow the students to develop into adulthood. While it is not the end of the world if the students decide they want to go in a completely different direction than they have been going for the past years, it will save them a lot of time and money if they would have just explored their options and decided for themselves. In the case of students, the only advice I have is to enjoy themselves. We will have careers for the rest of our lives, and it is too much pressure to consider school as their career for the moment being. While schoolwork is especially crucial to being successful, it is more necessary to keep yourself happy and form a strong sense of self.

The little bit of advice that I would give to parents and students trying to find the right college is that it is important to find an environment that you know you can succed and still have a fun fulfilling time in college. To attend school somewhere you can participate in the college campus activities and still maintain your GPA is very important. Campus involvement makes your college experience so much more fun.

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I feel the first thing you need to remember when choosing a college is to be true to yourself. Choose a particular university because you want to, try not to let others influence you but be open to suggestions. Second, I recommend visiting as many colleges as possible. Even if you feel that the chances of you choosing that school are very slim, you have nothing to loose by visiting the college and seeing what it has to offer. Last, take plenty of time in choosing your university. This is one of the most important decisions you will make, therefore it deserves some thought. Once you start your college career my number one suggestion is to TAKE IT SERIOUSLY! Do not make the mistake of messing up your first semester. Once you are settled into the college, make the best of the experience. You should meet new people; participate in programs such as clubs, sports, and anything else the school might have to offer. College should be a positive experience, not just because you will get a better job once you?re finished but because college has so much more to offer than just diploma.

Making the most out of college is about making personal connections, both in the sense of supportive friendships and in the sense of future business colleagues. Choose a place that can both work with your finances and cater to your academic needs. Attend your classes, even if your work is not done; professors remember familiar faces and are willing to work with your difficulties. If you must imbibe legal or illegal illicit substances, do it on the weekends. Don't ever schedule an 8 AM class; it just is not worth it. Try not to ruin your personal finances simply for the sake of surviving your baccalaureate degree. Travel. Wear silly hats and clown shoes and make as much noise as you find fun.

All colleges are realativly the same as far as classes and accademics. The importance choice is to choose a college where you can honestly see yourself at. I fell in love with the campus as soon as i saw it. That was the deciding factor. If you are happy with the place you're at, you will succeed.

I would advise that the financial costs of attending a university are not directly proportionate to the quality of education you will receive. I went to a university that was extremely affordable, and I was able to obtain an education that I fell was top quality. I believe that an education is what you make of it. I put all my energy into receiving the best education and taking what I learned and applying it to my real world experiences, and I believe that I was able to obtain the kind of education I would have received had I gone to a bigger, more prestigious, and more costly university. I also believe that a visit to the universities of interest to you is important prior to attending the university. Choice of university will affect the rest of your life, so you should make this choice fully informed about the social setting and academic quality of the university.

I think students as well as parents should look into the classes offered and where the school ranks in that degree program. ULL is great in nursing, but that does not help a music major. They should also look into the activities offered. All work and no play can create a dull individual. The student should decide how far they would like to live and how many students they would like to share their college with. Sometimes big schools are not always the best schools for a certain person. Once in college, be active. Join a greek organization. Meet new people and build life long bonds. You should also party alittle. Go to spring break or do a ski trip with the school. The only way to enjoy college is to make the best out of it even if it is not what you expected. A great company once said my people will work but also let my people surf(Patagonia). Only you can make your college experience a great one.

The best advice that I could give to students is to enjoy all that college has to offer. Try and take a bunch of different courses and broaden your horizon. I would also suggest taking your time during the college experience and really enjoy it. I am personally starting my fourth year of college this fall and have two years left to go with my Nursing Clinical process. It is, and can be really difficult to finish any college program on time, especially in just four years. The college programs are very competitive. There will always be struggles and maybe even some small setbacks, but it is all in the way you deal with them. It is very important to stay positive and not lose focus on the fact that it will all be worth it in the end. Yes, it will get stressful, but is all apart of the test to see if you can make it in the real world. And once you continue to fight, and not give up, you have passed the test! I am learning that as I continue through the process, and I cannot wait until I finally achieve my dream to help others.