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Being in college is different than going to high school, if i could go back in time and talk to myself senior year I would tell myself to boost my G.P.A as much as I could. The higher the G.P.A the more money you will get when you go to college. Another thing I would tell myself is to start preparing to be able to manage my time wisely. Once in college you are on your own and you must know when it is time for the video games and when it is time to start studying. The most important thing that I would advice my younger self is not to panic. At times it might seem like you don't have time for everything, but you do. Just relax and do the most important things first. Other than that I would let him know to enjoy his senior year the most he could because he will never get those memories back.

I would tell myself to be a little more laid back and not worry so much. In high school I worried about what everyone thought of me. This included what I wore, what I said, and who I hung out with. Having been in college I have realized that people will love me for who I am, not for what other people want to see in me. I have never had more fun in my life and wish I could go back and tell myself that so high school would have been a little more fun then it had been. Life is not about popularity, money, or the way you look or dress, it is how you live every day. Those people are great and will figure out you are great too.

i would tell my self to look for grants and scholarships because college is not cheap. You are going to need to manage your time with classes homework and sports and one more thing always remember time is of the essince use it wisely and everything will be fine.

I would have to tell myself to stay true to my values. Do not worry about being popular or having the most friends, worry about the type of person you are. Are you honest? Are you loyal? Are you kind? Too many times in high school it is thought of as desireable to belittle others in order to mask your own insecurities. Do not fall into this trap, do not let others dictate what you know is wrong. Friends who make others and yourself feel insecure are not friends at all. They hide behind a fascade of their own inadequacies. I would say try everything once even if you think you may be terrible at a sport, now is the time to try it. Be apart of different clubs, take part in volunteer opportunities, this is the time to see your likes and dislikes. This is the time to know yourself and understand what you may be interested in pursuing. Don't feel that you need to know all the answers right now, the path to your success will unveil itself all in good time. Now is your time, go out and live life to the fullest.

Learn how to take initiative. Adults respect students who know what they want and are willing to work hard to get it. Start work on scholarships early. Work with your parents in all things college related. Don't just let them handle it because they know what they are doing. Get started early; don't wait until the last minute. College is an entirely different atmosphere. You have to become an adult and face all of the responsibilities that come. No one in going to remind you about your paper that is coming up in two weeks. Make sure you write down long term assignments because your professors will not necessarily remind you before the due date. Don't stay in your dorm, get out of you comfort zone and make friends. The next four years will be a lot easier if you have a support group to share the tears, the panic, and the laughter.

Be open to know ideas. The biggest change I have had to face coming to college was moving out of my little town and small high school where I knew everyone and everyone knew me and moving into a big city and a campus where I only knew one person from my highschool and we weren't that close. I was scared and trying my best to smile and have fun but I had to learn to be open minded to everything and everyone. I have learned so much about the world in just my short year and a half. I have broadened my horizons both academically and socially and I wish that I hadn't missed the oportunities the first few months of my freshman year that I missed because I was too nervous to understand change and be okay with things that I was not used to. Be open minded and be ready for everything. You will not regret it.

As a high school senior, I had two things on my mind: the girl of my dreams and getting out of high school. I had a vague idea of where I might be going, but I just was not focused on my future. I wish I could go back and say, ?Apply yourself and we can accomplish anything. Oh, and by the way, you are going to be a teacher trained at WLC.? Self-application has always been the missing ingredient to my recipe for excellence. Part of that problem was my lack of direction. Knowing what I was working for would have definitely served as the same motivation it serves now. I do not think I would advise about anything else because that girl of my dreams has been an amazingly positive influence that has helped me to steer clear of actions that would cause regret and the need for past tense advice. The only thing I wish I could have had in high school was motivation. I have that motivation now, and am I am not going to let anything stop me. -Thank you for this opportunity to express myself.- Ryan Shelvik

Don't worry so much about the future. You will be in good hands and there are plenty of opportunities to find work on campus. Everyone here is looking out for your best interests and they truly want to see you succeed. The programs for freshmen here are very good and if you take the advice they give you on writing papers, getting enough sleep, going to the writing tutors, and talking to the librarians, you will be well prepared to succeed accademically. Never be to proud to ask for help or to go see Pastor Strobel, the Counselor, your professors or advisor to talk and ask for help...that is why they are there and they know your strengths and weeknesses. If you study along the way, go to the writing tutor, and get involved in the study groups on campus, finals week and writing papers will be much less stressful. Don't forget to take time to relax andmake friends as this small campus can feel like home if you do. Go to the student events and get involved in music, theater, sports, and intramurals...they're fun and are a good way to beat the winter blahs.

I would take harder classes in high school, to better prepare myself for college. I would also be more involved in sports, clubs, and community things, because at WLC we are like one big family where we are all working together. I felt lost at first because I don't think I have ever read as much as I do now in college, and I never studied as much as I do now. I think if I took high school more seriously, taken harder classes, got more involved and challenged myself I would have been more prepared for college.

Study as hard as you possibly can. Make sure to organize everything you will do in a day and keep a routine.

Don't worry so much!

Looking back now I would do many things differently. First off, I would have taken my senior year of highschool more seriously. Procrastination is a nasty habit and I regret ever developing it in highschool. Along with procrastination is time management. I really wish that before coming to college I would have had practiced this more. Don't take life and those people in it forgranted, especially your parents. When you get to college your not going to have somebody there to do everything for you. Nobody is going to be here forcing you to do your homework or making sure you attend all your classes. Make sure that while in highschool you attend school regularly and do your homework. This way when you get to college you most likely will be less apt to skip class. Honestly, when it comes down to it just take everything day by day and relax. Remember that school is important, but that it is alos important to set aside time for yourself to do something you enjoy.

I would tell myself to be strong in my decision to attend WLC. I would also tell myself to ask myself the question "How will this class benefit you if your life" when picking classes to take. I would also tell myself to be as social as possible to meet new people and make new friends. Another thing I would tell myself is to not room with someone that I went to high school with.

In order to find the right college, you have to find one that fits your personality but also offers the programs and majors that you want. Find a college that offers excellent academic programs in the field(s) in which you are interested, but also make sure to take tours of your prospective colleges so that you can feel the atmosphere. Find one that has activities (sports, volunteer groups, clubs) that you would enjoy. And when you get there, get involved. Work hard at your studies, but also be involved in groups that fit your interests. Use the professors, as much as they are available--that is also one plus for small schools. To make the most of your college experience you have to find the perfect balance between your studies, your social life, your job (if you have one) and other activities you enjoy (like volunteer work). Time management is essential.

Students and parents should look into the cost of the prospective school, as well as location, and programs offered. However, the most important aspects of college life are the class size, availability and how personable the faculty is. It's a matter of fitting in. A matter of feeling as though you're a part of something bigger than yourself. You're a part of a community within a larger community. The school must be some place you feel at home, where you're completely free to be who you are. College is your home away from home.

The first tip of advice I would give to both parents and students is to choose a college that appeals to your preferences. Although a big university may sound like a fun experience, it might not be for some people. Each student and parent needs to evaluate what will be best for them. Some things to consider include your preferred class size, sports, extracurricular activities, distance from home, distance from church, and alcohal or drug use. These are only a few of the many things to consider. There are multiple ways to find out answers to these questions. The internet can provide a lot of valuable information. Also, talking to current college students can also be beneficial. However, the most important way to learn more about a college is to visit it, no matter how far away it may be. I would also recommend visiting it at a time when school is in session and students are living on campus. That is the best way to determine how the campus really operates. Finally, when a student begins his or her college career, it is important to be open minded, but yet firm in your beliefs and values.

The excitement of high school graduation is something most people will never forget; however, along with it comes the stress of picking what you want to do for the rest of your life. Now that is a scary thought! It is also a dangerous way of thinking. Try not to think of college as picking what to do for a career, but as the next step in the journey of life. The decision of what college to choose will affect possible opportunities, but it will neither destroy nor solidify a certain future. When selecting a college, look at the basics first like cost, location, and majors offered. Once the field is narrowed from this process, visit the campuses. Try to stay over night with someone already attending the school and get the ultimate tour. The college eventually chosen should feel like a second home. When picking a college, look at the facts, listen to other experiences and opinions, but also go with your gut feeling. Also keep in mind that choosing a college does not trap, but directs towards the next phase of life: an opportunity and a tool that can build a future along with a career.

When choosing the right college, the key word is balance. Many parents either choose their child's destiny before the child can even walk on two feet or leave the student completely in the dark when the time comes to make this very important decision. When the parent and child work together, a parent's wisdom and a child's imagination can aid in choosing school that is right for that particular student. Willingness to visit different campuses with your child is one of the greatest gifts that you can give them during this critical period. Your child needs to see the different options that are available and realize that they need to find the college that is the best fit for their personal needs. It is important for you to show support to your child during this process and be open to their decisions, even if that decision may not be what you had initially intended for their future. By working together and exploring many options, this can be an enjoyable and bonding experience for both the parent and child.

My advice would be to ask questions. I know this sounds simple, but it helps. This would have made making a desision eaiser and saves for headaches later on. Also to apply to a couple of colleges. Have at leat one college/tech. school to lean back on, in case your choice college does not accept you. Start applying in September or November because the sooner you apply to colleges the more financial aid you have the chance of recieving. Take your ACT in your junior year. Than you time to take it agian for a better score. These seem simple, but my senior year in high school would have been less stressful, if I would have done one or more of these things. When you get accepted to the college that you have been dreaming of, enjoy it because you will remember it the rest of your life. Oh and when you get to college, don't think you know everythng ask an upperclassmen, they have gone through this already. The best advice I can give you is that you can do it, if you put your mind to it. Dream big and reach for the stars.

Finding the right college is like putting two puzzle pieces together. The student must fit into the school's piece and the school needs to be the right fit for the student as well. Searching for the right school should involve looking at all types of school both big and small, public and private. Even though one does not know until they are there, visiting the schools while students are present can give the prospective student a good idea of what attending that school is like. To make the most of the college experience get involved. It is easy to retreat to the dorms on the weekend and just watch movies all weekend, but college is not easy even in the social aspect. Joining clubs, studying in groups, going to sporting events, and dating are just a few of the ways to make the most of a college experience. Its not the parties and the drinking that will stay with you for life, its the friends you make and the bonds you create with the people you meet at college. And even if you do not want to, listen to your parents, they have done this before.

Don't save anything for the last minute! Look into schools as soon as you have the opportunity. Take the time to research them, and don't hesitate to call Admissions Counselors to ask questions/find out more about the college. They are more than willing to help! Set up a tour to see the campus, and meet with students and faculty. Visits most often determine your final decision. Students shouldn't feel like they must know what they want to study before going to college. Sometimes, and I speak from experience, if you already know what you want to study, you limit yourself to just that. The possibilities are endless. So rather than shutting doors to study one particular area, open doors to experience new ideas and other areas that might really interest you! While keeping up with your studies, make sure you get involved in other activities on campus. It's a great networking tool! Businesses will not only look at your grades, but also at your participation in campus events. And always remember, you CAN do it! Just make sure you find a college that proves they want you to succeed. Don't settle for anything less!

In choosing the right college, you must keep a few things in mind. It is not about the extracurricular activities and how much partying you can get in while you're in college. Being a college student means preparing for your career and thinking ahead to your future. That means finding a college that specializes or has a good program for your intended major. Or if you don't really know what you want to do, choose a college that has a well rounded academic program, like WLC. Secondly, you want a college that has a good atmosphere where you believe that you can be at your best level of productivity. To address the second point of the question, making most of your college experience, I can only tell you this. If you tell yourself that you are not going to have fun doing a lot of school work and hanging out with friends at the same time, then you won't. It is really all about how you view your experiences that makes college fun. You must also make sure you have a good balance between your social life, your academic life, and yes, even your sleep.

The main advice that I would give parents or students struggling to find the right college and making the most of the college experience would be to do a lot of research and visiting of different colleges. I would advise students to take the searching process very seriously because it's a huge step in their life, and it is something that only they can ultimately make. Parents should be involved in aiding their children in making a sound decision, but the student should be the overriding factor in decision making. As for a students college experience, I think that college is what you make it. No matter what college you attend you can have fun and make the most out of it. I do not know if there's a perfect college for anyone. Yet, I believe there's one that fits the goals, values, beliefs, and pocketbooks of students better than others.

Finding the right school is an extremely important process that each student needs to experience for themselves. Finding the right school is all about what type of university is for them. This could mean a large state school, or a small private university. As long as their minds are open and they are willing to see everything that is out there then they will be able to find the proper school that fits them best.

Nothing makes a parent smile more than to see their child happy and successful. That's why when it comes to choosing a college from a parents perspective, all they want is for their child to be happy with his/her college choice and to know that they will be safe and successful in the environment in which they will be in for the next four years. From a students perspective on choosing a college, what they want to feel, is that sense of security, to be pursued after by a college and to know that they are wanted. This is typical to find at a smaller college or university where they can easily make friends, adapt to their surrounding environment, and get plugged into a campus group or social club. To have the best college experience, you need to feel wanted and comfortable in the environment in which you will be in for the next four years while you receive a higher education.

Find a college that fits YOU, the student. College will become your home for 9 months out of the year, so it's good to keep in mind the basic ammenities (food, laundry, dorm halls hours, location...) IN ADDITION to the education. I encourage prospective students to visit as many colleges as they can and, if they can, stay over night on one of those "College Student for a Day" programs. Once you select your college, don't be shy. Go to student activities, meet new people, and don't be afraid to talk with your professors in and out of class. You are paying for your education, now's no the time to worry about being "geeky." Get the most bang for your buck. You may feel like the king of the world, on your own for the first time, just don't over-do it. Remember you are here for school. It's good to prioritize and keep schoolwork and fun-time balanced. Lastly, go for your dreams! You can do it! It's going to be hard, and you might run in to opposition, but don't let that get in the way! GO FOR IT!!!

I was once a high school senior struggling with what I wanted to do in life and what direction I wanted my life to head in. Wisconsin Lutheran College really helped me figure out who I am as an individual. You have to keep an open mind about what college is best for you and what major you want to study. If you narrow things down too fast, you might be disappointed with the outcome. During my first year at Wisconsin Lutheran College, I did not know that many people. I was scared to come out of my bubble and be social. However, most of the people here are so friendly and fun to be around. During your college years you will make friends that will last a lifetime, just be confident. Last but not least, do not fall into the pit of peer pressure! Be your own individual person. Do not try to conform to the way society wants you to be, just be yourself!

I would advise parents and students to pick a college that fits the student's personality. Keep in mind whether the school is urban or rural, conervative or liberal, career-focused or academic. I would also advise that, while money is important to think about, the focus is on the student's goals. They should be able to follow their dreams freely, and money should be a secondary concern. Get the most out of the experience; do what you want to do.

My advice to parents and prospective students is to first pin point exactly what you are looking for in a school; whether it be small, large, big city, small town, specific majors, sports, clubs, distance from home, cost etc. Then I would look online and pick a handful of colleges that peak your interest and fill out early applications for all of them. It is better to have more applications in in order to have back-up plans and options for when it comes down to the real decision. I would encourage you to visit the campuses to get a true sense of what it's like. You will know which school to choose, it just comes to you and you will feel this huge burden lifted from your shoulders. Finally, as a freshman at a new school, do not let it intimidate you. See it as embracing a new chapter in your life. Of course be studious, but do not forget to enjoy the college atmosphere and new people that you meet. Take advantage of all the opportunities you can and you will look back on the memories without a single regret.

Talk to the financial aid about getting an estimate before going to the school. Research that particular schools mjaor that you or your son/daughter is going to go into or interested in. Do not waste time. Find out what classes you need and schedule them. Talk to professors in the interested major to make sure to schedule the correct classes. Too many students waste money schduling classes they find out later, that they dont even need. Get through college as quickly as possible. The quicker you get through school, the less money you spend on it.

The best advice I can give about finding the right college is that you are very likely going to be unsure about any place you go. Focus on what really is important for your college experience, not necessarily where you can have the most fun. Be open to new ideas and be ready to push and challenge yourself. Change is going to be hard no matter where you go, so wherever you go, see it through because the best rewards in life usually are stem from situations you have to work at and struggle through. You don't need to be concerned that you made the wrong decision about where to go to college because there is nothing wrong with finding a different college to go to. It's never to late to go somewhere new. To make the most of the college experience, be determined, focused, remember who you are and where you come from, and always be ready to challenge yourself and change things you might not like about yourself. College is about growth as a person and learning to become who you are.

Think not only about the present, but about what the school can do for you and where it will put you in your career and financially after you graduate. Find a place that makes you happy and don't be afraid to go there!

One important thing to do when determining which college is best for you is to visit different campuses. Once you visit a college, you can start to feel what the atmosphere is like and it will give you an idea of whether or not it will work for you to attend that college. You need to pick a place that fits you, not a place that you feel will be a struggle for you to attend. There are so many options out there that no one should have to settle for a college that does not match their expectations. This will be the place you go to for two or four years, so it must be a place that you enjoy and will give you a good education. Meet with professors at different colleges to get an idea of their personalities and what classes will be like. There are many resources that can help you find the right college, you just need to seek them out. Once you find the right place, go to as many activities possible as a freshman so that you get to know people and make friends, which will make your college life that more enjoyable.

One of the first thing to do when searching for a college, is to find out how far away from home is the college. Some students may flourish at a far away university, and some students will falter. Weather or not you go far away to school my other advice would be to join a few clubs. This is a great way to meet new people, make some new friends, and find people who have some of the same interests as you do. Another piece of advice I have is to not let the price of a college intimidate you. Some colleges might not be worth the expense, but most of the time they are worth the price. There are a lot of unclaimed a Scholarships out in the world just waiting to be picked out, you just need to learn to look hard.

William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania, stated; "time is what we want most, but... what we use worst." I would advise parents and students in search for a fitting college to heed this realistic bit of information. Taking time to visit campuses and talk with current students and faculty will immediately give you a fairly accurate perspective of the atmosphere that you will potentially live in for the next four years of your life. Visiting schools like this is a wonderful thought, but trust me, schedules fill up fast. It is never too early to start the expedition for a suitable school. After all, your college education will be in the top five choices that you make in your life and you want that to be unregrettable. I will guarantee that time is also the most prized commodity once classes begin. Managing time will immensely enhance both academic performance and social enjoyment. Take the time to plan a strategy for keeping pace with the rigorous course load, and do not ever be afraid to seek help in managing the precious time that you have. Enjoy your experience and use the valuable time that is available to expand yourself as a person.

Spend some time on the campus of whatever colleges you are looking at. The atmosphere of the school is a huge factor. My school, Wisconsin Lutheran College, has an amazing campus atmosphere. Anyone you cross paths with will greet you with a smile and help you however they can. There is always something to do around campus, and everyone is always excited to have fun at the school events. A larger campus would not offer such a friendly, close-knit relationship throughout the student body. That made WLC a perfect match for me. Other students may prefer a larger campus with fewer school sponsored activities and more independent pass-times to themselves busy. It really depends on what you prefer. So get out and experience life at the schools you are considering to find out if it is the life for you.

Find a college that has a good atmosphere for the student, that give you the best environment to learn in.

Find the right college that has the major you would like to study. For making the most of the college experience, just be yourself and have fun. Try to get involved in anything you can, make friends and have fun.

Finding the "right" college is a tough decision, because many places can seem "right". In the end, though, it's not all about what the college has to offer, or how great its reputation is. I've discovered the "right" college is the place where you are comfortable with most things about the campus. The "right" college will still require adjustments, and give new challenges, but that's all part of growing up and becoming the adult you will someday be. College is a wonderful opportunity to see and experience new things, and I would reccommend taking advantage of that. However, don't lose sight of who you are, and the values you hold. College isn't about changing your person, or redefining yourself. It's all about honing the person you already are. Have fun, but realize that you are building the foundation for the rest of your life. Take responsibility for that. Most of all, see each day as a new adventure to explore.