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Being told what needs to get done and when is nice to have while in school if you are great at procrastinating. The college life doesn't have that priviledge, it's more of a you're-grown-up-now-so-do-it world. The priorities I started myself with in school are great to keep while in college, you're doing great kid!

College is about new experiences: meeting new peple and learning about the real world. While school should be taken seriously, do not foget to become involved in all of the terrific opportunities that colllege has to offer. Do not be afraid to meet people; everyone has to leave home sometime, and they know how it feels to be on their own and fending for themselves.

Keep taking those upper level classes. I am excelling just fine because of a strong academic high school base. Do not assume your friends in high school will be the ones you want in college. You will all change, so take a risk and live and socialize with new people. If your high school friends are still your college friends, you have an added bonus!

After completing one full semester of college at the University of North Dakota, there is many times when I think how I would have done things differently if I could go back in time. Last year I toured UND in March and then came to the Getting Started program in June. At that time I talked to a pre-health advisor. I remember her stating that many students struggle their first semester, especially with the classes I was enrolled in. I always told myself that I was an above average student in high school and I certainly wasn't going to let chemistry and biology at UND bring my GPA down. I thought very highly of myself in high school, because school came easy for me, even when I was taking college credit classes in high school, going back I would advise myself to not think that I could do anything and everything. My transition from high school to college would have come easier, in my opinion, if I would have struggled more in high school.

Study harder in the first year of college. Just because you are on your own and have lots of friends and parties to go to, it doesn't mean that you should do all of those things. Study first, and the party will always be there afterwards.

I would tell myself that your supposed to get good grades, but your also supposed to have too. You can't study all the time it'll drive you crazy, go out sometimes and have fun. Of course don't do anything stupid, but relax once and awhile. I would also tell myself to be yourself, and to make lots of friends, real friends not just people you can say hi to in class. College is a hard transition it will be extremely hard at first, but it'll get better. Call mom or dad everyday, and make sur to get a job asap your money will disappear very, very fast.

I think the most important thing I would want to tell myself would be to try a little harder, and to learn to study. In high school I always did the minimum amount of work needed to complete an assignment because I knew that my work would be good enough to get me a decent grade. I never studied for tests either because I always felt that if I didn't already learn it that I wasn't going to. But, now I am trying to study for tests because I feel like it is more important to get really good grades but I do not know how to study and I wish I would have had some more practice with it. I would also tell my self to try harder at getting college credit for some of the classes I was taking in high school because it would have saved me alot of time and money now. There are many classes that I had to retake in college that I had taken in the past, and I could have avoided that by trying harder in those classes in high school.

I will go back in time standing as a high school senior in the hallway telling myself that life is all about choices. The choices you choose today will affect you tomorrow. And if one thing can change, it will be on how and why I choose the choices I did. For that, I am not regretful but please that I have learned so much from what I've experiences by the choices I've chosen to make. So go out there and seize the day, make a choice in all that life give you, you can never go wrong unless the choice you choose is.

You can't study for college like you studied for high school if you want to be effective, be open to new ways of learning. Use a planner. It's now your job to know when your assignments are due, your professors won't have sympathy for you if you "just forgot." Your friends will change, be open to it. The ones you didn't think you could live without, may not be the ones your friends with 4 years down the line. You may find the best friend you never knew you?d find. You need to learn the material. Classes build on one another. Find a way to learn the material in a way you personally can remember. Keep an open minded. You may have your career path all planned out, and at the end of 4 years end up with a degree in something you never thought you would love, and love it. Be aware of your bias. Going away to college puts you into a mix of people that come from different backgrounds and all walks of life. Be open to others ideas, you can learn from those that are different then you.

I would love to tell my 17 year old self that college is a journey and an experience that should not be taken for granted. It is a time when you can explore multitudes of different interests, passions, and avenues in life. It is important to take advantage of the opportunity to try on as many different "hats" as possible. There is limited risk in pursuing many different things and the breadth of experience is worth the risk. I would advise myself to join clubs that interest me, take classes in subjects other than those leading to my major, and to participate in as many different healthy social activities as possible. It is far too easy to go to college and consider it a time for partying and doing as little as possible to graduate. It is in one's own best interest to exercise restraint and appreciate the fantastic experience of college for everything it can provide. In a sense, I can use this advise now that I am back in school at the graduate level. This bit of wisdom along with a higher level of maturity has lead to a better appreciation of the college experience.

While I generally do not regret things and overall had a very good high school experience, including my senior year, I think I might do a few things differently. I would tell me myself to buckle down and focus on grades more. I did ok but my grades could have been higher if I just would've worked a little harder.

Don't procrastinate assignments. First thing to do is find the study area that really works for me and use it. Pay attention to your class load when enrolling in classes for the next semester. At college.. it's okay to not be the top of the class anymore, put in the study time and get help when you need it, don't wait.

As a high school senior I knew very little about time management. In high school I held a good G.P.A., a 3.59, and never studied. Being able to go to class and pass was nice but it affected my time management skills as well as my study skills. Throughout high school I never realized how much time management could affect my life and grades. At the beginning of my first semester I studied like a good student, but halfway through I started slacking in that area and my grades started to show it. Because I come from a poor family and my scholarships depended on my grades I started to get scared I would lose the money that was providing my ability to attend college. Once I realized my mistake I started to learn how to manage my time and the last half of the semester I brought up my grades and kept the few scholarships I had. If I was able to go back in time to talk to myself I would tell myself the importance of time management and how it can positively and negatively affect your life.

Be prepared to think outside the box! Don't be afraid to ask questions when in doubt!

I love my school, but if I could go back in time and tell myself what I know now, I would tell myself to be bold, to be outrageous, and to not just make the safe pick. When I was applying for the University of North Dakota, I was considering a career in the aviation field. Had I known that that was not what I wanted to do, I would have selected a school where I may not succeed, a school that may have challenged me more. Like I said, I love the University of North Dakota and at the time it seemed like the best choice. However, I knew that I would be accepted there just like I know now that I will graduate and succeed there. I would have liked to have taken a harder challenge that would have forced me to become the absolute best that I can be out of necessity rather than choice. I know I will get through UND and I know that I will be better for it. Could I have gotten through an Ivy League school? Perhaps not, but I wish I would have taken the chance.

I would tell myself to put more effort into my studies and apply myself better. I would encourage myself to obtain a tutor for math. In 8th grade my counselor suggested I study architecture or engineering and I would tell myself to stick with it. I would tell myself not to give up and although I enjoy writing poetry, it is not something I can successfully make a full time career out of. I would tell myself that even if my parents wanted me to go to community colllege, I should really go to a four year college where I could focus on my studies and continue to apply myself.

There are only a few things I would tell my high school senior self, find a place to study besides your room, do not just assume you will get along with your roommate, and if something is bothering you, say so. I would have done much better with getting things done if I had found a place to study that was not my room. I would direct myself to Christus Rex or the fourth floor the library. I went to several camps where I had a roommate growing up and we always got along. However, I would give myself a warning to keep in mind that it may not be that way, no matter how nice she sounds or how much you have in common; sometimes it just does not work. In addition to the roommate situation, I would remind myself that communication is the key to being able to live together. If something bothers you, say so otherwise it will just create tension that makes cohabitation impossible. All in all, I was well prepared for the transition to college life and there was not many things I wish I would have known.

Make sure it is the school and degree that you want to go to and get. Get involved and meet knew people. Get a planner and keep track of all you school assignments and appoitments. Do your homework on time and study. Dont patry to much it could hurt your grandes and go to class.

I would tell myself to have fun. In my first year of college all I did was study. I wish I had known then, that it's okay to have fun and make friends. College is so much more than a GPA. It's an experience that you only get once. I wouldn't advise throwing caution to the wind, but it's important to make friends, have experiences and learn from them. I am fortunate enough to have learned that lesson and I only wish a younger me could have as well. I would also tell myself to remember to do what I love. I started college in the wrong major and it took too much time of me fighting myself to find out what my real passion is. I missed out on an entire year of being in a major, studying material I had little interest in. Find what you love and do it. Don't worry about paychecks or what others will think. Please yourself.

I would have chosen to take more of the college credit classes that were available to me. I also would have practiced better time management as well as study skills. However, I feel like I do an okay job at both.

When you go to college make sure to manage your time wisely. Start using a planner and calender to track your classes, assignments and tests for the week/ month/ semester. You will meet people who think having a good time is drinking until you pass out, stick to your values and let your voice be heard, you might help others stand up for themselves also. Don't be afraid to ask for help from you instructers and peers, they understand what you are going through and will most likely be able to answer your question in a simple way for you to understand. Most of all take advantage of all the resources offered to you on campus, such as computers, fitness center, student union, meal plans, on-campus housing, and tutors. You will find that the more you stay on campus the more you will be involved and enjoy school, but remember to take time for yourself. College is a major experience and will change your life and your perception on life. The main thing to remember when you witness more diversity is to keep an open mind and only judge a person by who they are inside, not outside.

Look at more schools and learn more about my career choice more. Also don't worry about having friends go to school the same place you do. You will make new friends that will become your best friends. Don't take college to seriously becasue then you won't take the time to hang out and try new things.

I would tell myself that a college education is very important, so doing well on my school work and paying attention in class is crucial to my future. I would tell myself that I should spend my money wisely, as it doesn't grow on trees and it will eventually run out if I spend it ruthlessly. I would emphasize the importance of the relationships with the people around me. I would also tell myself to try and become more involved in school related functions, especially those related to my career field, because of how beneficial it would be in the long run.

Knowing what I know now about making the college transition, I would tell my high school self to not worry so much the first couple of weeks of trying so hard to fit in. The first couple weeks are always the hardest and you always want to immediatly fit in, but if you are patient are remain consistent in your character you will find the people who will be life long friends. Do not compromise your own set of beliefs and values just to be accepted by others, because their are others with your similar beliefs and values you just must go out and find them. Be active! You will never meet people sitting around in your room. Even if you think you will not like a certain activity, try it! Try it, because you might be surprised that you like it and you may meet someone their anyhow, even if you discover you are not particularly fond of the activity itself. Just relax and enjoy the college experience!

Learn more study skills.

do not pick this school, stay closer to home

nothing. i love my life

It's only as tough as you make it. Just take it one step at a time and you will be just fine. Stay focused on your goals and remember you don't have to know exactly what you want to do right now, you have nothing but time.

If i had to go back to high school and prepare my self for college knowing what i know about college life now, i would say to myself, when you get to college just be yourself and dont try to change who you are because there are plenty of kids just like who will like your qualities how they are and most importantly try to stay stress free and balance social life and school work equally.

The key to sucess is time management and taking it one day at a time.

once you tour the campus, and you find the right one, theres a gut feeling that tells you "this is home".

First of all, when looking for the right school I think the most important things to look for are size of school, availability of programs, and extra-curricular activities. College should be a chance to experience different things and a new place. If possible, I think students should look at schools in a different city than they grew up so then they have the chance to see a new place and have a better idea at what opportunities are out there. Throughout this process, I think parents should be supportive of their students and help them gather information and make sure they are seeing all the options. Once at college, students should first begin with getting use to the college setting. Study habits may change from what was needed in high school and it will require adjustments to be made. Socially, students should participate in extracurriculars such as sports or clubs or cultural activities. Get involved in the dorms and meet new people. Some friendships may last past college and its nice to have another friend. Overall, enjoy your time and have fun but remember to stay focused because in the end, everyone is at college to find a career.

Go on campus while school is in session and walk around a bit, sit in on a class and see if you like it. You have to feel like you belong and you have to feel comfortable. Why would you want to be in a place for the nixt 4 years of you life that you don't like? Also, go in the dorms and meet people, it's smart to live in the dorms for at least a year so you can broden you surrondings. You never get your first year back, so live it up as much as you can. Find time for you while living on campus and don't be afraid to be who you want to be, this is a fresh start. get involved in something, I'm a Resident Assistant and it's really exciting. There is so much avaliable and when you're not studying it's fun to have other things to do than just staying in your room. Don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone a little, you might just love it.

Only you know whats right for you. No matter where people advise you to go, you have to find the school that fits you. Sometimes is knowing all about the amazing program a school has, and sometimes its just being on campus and getting excited about just being there. Every campus has a different atmosphere. Something I love about my campus is the absolute variety of things to do. There is stuff in your comfort zone, and there is activities that are completely new to you. College is the best years of your life; you make the connections that are going to be affecting your future. Don't ever be afraid to try new things in college, take the plunge and learn everything you can, sometimes it surprising what you learn! I believe that the ablility to learn is one of the best aspects of being a human being, and once you have found your niche, college gives you an entire world to learn about.

Before your student entertains the idea of college, sit down and make a list of ALL the careers or job fields that seem interesting. After that, make a list of ALL the well paying career fields that you can think of. Next, compare and contrast the lists. Reject any careers that are either unrealistic (IE, Hippie Artist, Bill Gates, Pop Star) or that the student just cannot stand, hopefully you'll be down to a list of 10 or 20 . When you have your new two lists, combine them, and make sure your student keeps the list with him or her during the school search. What your student need to know at this point is that the list in their hands, aside from monetary support, is the last decision you as parents and child will make together about their future. Like the list, the rest of their life is in their own hands, which includes the responsibilities of class, food, time management, career, and coping with possible failure. If they want to make the most of their college and lives they will keep that list of careers and responsibilities in mind as they quest out on their own.

Focus on what you want out of a school. No matter where you go, you are to give your all to be able to learn what you need to learn to make it in your field. With this said, now you can focus on what you really want. If your a very social person, focus on the campus's social and student life. If your a sports buff, compare school spirit and sporting events. Just focus on what truely makes you happy and what you enjoy in life. You can give 120 percent academicaly but if your not happy in other aspects of your life, it will never work.

Start your search early and focus on academics and affordability.

Students and parents need to look at a number of catagories which I believe are important: -How comfortable is the student from living away from home (and how far) -The amount of quality in the programs being offered -Find a school and field of study that is enjoyable

The students need to find a school that is a right size for them (number of students and geographical size) in an area and climate that they enjoy. The student needs to have either an idea of what they want to learn or some interests they can pursue for the future and then make sure the school they are choosing offers those specific ideas and interests. I think that students need to have the right to decide their final choice in school because if they go by their parents standards there is no saying that the student will enjoy.

The college experience is what "you " make it to be, so choose the college that "you" want. I know that parents play a very important role in your life, but now is that time where you live your life for yourself and break away from your parents. Don't be held back by anything; like distance, or academic level, or fininacally, or by your parents, or anything else. The key is balance, and it doesn't matter where you go because there will always be a balance. As long as you are open to new experiences and open to learning from them, the possiblities are endless. To know what exactly "you" want, think about what interests you academically and what you find important. Consider these when picking a college; how far you want to be from home, how much you want to spend, is weather important, what size of town you'd like to live in, and whether you simply like the way the campus "feels" to you. As for a major, I wouldn't worry about knowing what exactly you want because it'll come to you with time. Again, do what you like.

Start early and take your time. Ask lots of questions. Where you go to college and what you study will be two of the most important decisions of your life, so don't rush into it.

everyone is different

Go where your heart tells you that you will be most happy. It is about finding a place where you can grow into the adult you want to be.

Take your time, visit a lot of universities, and find the college that best fits your needs. Don't just take tours walk around by yourself and ask students about the campus life.

When choosing the right college it is important to look at how the school is going to prepare you for the career you want to have. While it is important to look at the campus, the tuition, and the distance from home, my best advice is to follow your intuition. That's what I did and I ended up at the best school for me. I cannot picture myself anywhere else. As for making the most out of your college experience my advice is to participate in things that are outside of your comfort zone. By doing this you will discover who you are, meet awesome people, and it makes for great memories! Don't let the small stuff stress you and when the big stuff does, don't be afraid to turn to your family for help. They understand and can help you more than you may realize.

When parents and their students are trying to find a college I think they should think about what they want to do with their life and if that institution will help them to do so.

I would recommend that prospective students consider how they feel about larger classes especially for introductory classes. Also to live in the dorms/on-campus housing becasue you meet some of the best people and friends in the world. Getting involved with extracurriular activities like intramurals really helps release stress from classes and helps students relax and enjoy being with other people just having fun.

Finding the right college requires time and research. The internet is important to use in order to determine if the college has the program/major the student is interested in and it's also the first chance the student will have to look at the campus. After looking online, if the student likes the look of the campus, the next step is to get the feel for the campus. This is accomplished by visiting the campus. A two day visit is most helpful, so the student may explore the surrounding area, depending on the size of the city. Feeling at home on campus and around the city is a good judge of your fit for the college. Making the most of your college experience is all about getting involved in various ways such as doing research for the department of your major, volunteering at the local humane society, or becoming involved in the local gunclub for anyone who is a gun enthusiast. It's best to become involved with as many people and activities as possible, both on and off campus, and then to keep in touch with people whom you've built relationships with, even after you've left.

I would have to say making a college visit to all prospective colleges or universities is a must. In order to pick a school for you, you need to know if you will like the campus in which you may one day attend. So take a tour, see what activities the school offers, and what majors they offer as well.

The advice I would give to students is to go to a school that is known for the programs they are intersted in. I do not believe students should go to a school just to go to college, or just because their friends are going to a particular school. If the student is not sure what they are intersted in, I would suggest going to a school that has variety of programs, and where they student can get a good general education. As for parents, the only advice I can give them is too get involved in helping their student pick a good school, because whether or not your student wants your help, they can probably use it. I know I did. Getting involved with your student and helping them choose what school to go to will increase your knowlegde of the school and the surrounding their student will be living in. Also, if your student knows you are interested in their choice, they may decide to work harder in school. That was a definite benefit for me, when I was deciding where I wanted to go.