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My college experience has been two fold. It has been hard work and enlightning. I have learned that with hard work anything is possible. I have also learned the satisfaction of receiving a passing grade for my best efforts. I have finished two years at a community college and am looking forward to step into my bachelor degree program. However, I have run into a hardship. The university I want to attend has informed me that I am not qualified to receive funding and must pay the tuition myself, which I don't have. What I do have is determination. I will continue to search out scholarships and grants to pay for my college so that I can graduate. The most valuable part of attending a college for me was learning how to deal with problems even if they look like they are bigger than life itself. My college experience has taught me perservance. I will perserve through my financial struggles and become a better person for it. I hope that you will help me finish my college career. Thank you for your time. Kristin Jordan!

My university has taught me many things, and much of it has been about people. I've learned how to meet new friends, complete a successful interview, and engage strangers in comfortable conversation. I've also learned very much about art, and how different styles and thoughts can create better ones or just enhance the old. It's about appreciation for the "old masters" and the new ideas, and how to tell what works and what doesn't to the human eye.

In this situation, I would assure myself that my future was safe in my hands, because I had the power to determine it. I would tell myself to follow my desires, to reach for my dreams, and aspire to be all that I wanted. Most importantly, I would explain to myself that my accomplishments or failures were my own to process. Others having pride in me has no affect on my future. I own my future. I own my present. I own my choices.

If I could give myself advice I would encourage myself to stay focused on my goals, get organized, and above all else not procrastinate and always give it my best.

Going back to my high school senior year, I would do the same process but once I am in school I would stay. Instead of getting out into the work field and trying to attend college. I would have stayed at home and went to the two year community college in town then moved away. I should have listen to my mother when she suggested that. In this world today higher education is extermely important where as 15 years ago, one could get with a company and grow with in that company and get the skills need to get promoted with in the same company. My advice to myself would be stay home for two years get the associate degree and then apply for a good university and finish. Get into the work field and keep your skills fresh!

When I was a senior in high school I didn't really study because doing my homework to me was my studying. Now I realize how doing your homework in college is simply not enough if you want to understand the concepts. I would tell myself to study more and pick up good study habits in order to do well on mid-terms and final exams. Other than that, the transition is not very difficult as long as you are a hard-working student who is determined to get that degree.

As soon as possible you should think about what you could imagine to do with your life in general. Look closer at your interests and try out things that you could imagine as well but have never done before, for example do some community service at a hospital. If you know what your interests are and if you can imagine working in one of your interests field, find out which specific jobs you could do in this field and then select the study field which best fits to this/these jobs. Now you can look at the different colleges and universities. Go and visit the campus and talk to students who study the same thing you want to do at each universities.Also think about fun stuff you like to do, like certain sports or music groups. Evaluate all universities you have chosen and then eliminate those which don't match best. You should choose the 5 best and then start applying. Now you can start thinking about housing and tuition, so try to find scholarships and fill out the FAFSA. Do the whole process early and you wont have any problems!

I would tell my self nothing. If I changed any part of my past I would not be the same person that I am today. My whole live I have struggled with school, along with other things, but that struggle allowed me sharpen my skills and have the drive to persevere through college. I am happy with who I am and every day I continuously work on my faults. Through my past experiences I have learned to put in the extra needed time for classes. If I told myself anything it my alter valuable lessons that I need. I am secure with my past and continuously move forwarded to my goal of a civil engineer no matter what it takes.

When people tell you to study take them serious, just because you make straight A's now doesn't mean you will in college. Your professors will help you and you should get into study groups early. Don't I repeat don't miiss classes you will forever be behind. Do lots and lots of volunteer work if you want to get into Med school and make great grades. Do homework and preticipate in class those grades add up in the end. Try and make friends don't be afraid to be yourself people will like you. Get into the campus organizations and honors organization that give you volunteer work and most of all STAY FOCUSED!!!!!!!

I would tell myself that living at home, while it seems like it would not be that bad, is not much fun. I would encourage myself to find more scholarships and work harder to earn enough money to live on campus. I would also tell myself not to worry, that everything was going to be ok. I would tell myself that I was going to make amazing friends and not to be nervous about getting involved and going to parties, just to relax and enjoy yourself. I would say do not panic about every test you have, it is not worth worrying about, to just do my best and that would be good enough.

First, you must know that the first year you must stay focused and get a high GPA it really determines your path for the rest of college. Second make sure that you are in the position when you leave college to peruse other options such as law school, MBA, Job ect. Finally, have as much fun and make as many good memories as possible you only live once.

I would tell my self to not be as nervous about the whole process. College has turned out to be the best expierence of my life, i wouldnt change it for the world. I would also tell myself not to procrastinate on college applications just because i am afriad to embrace the future. I believe i have truely ended up were i am supoesed to be, and i couldnt imagine my life any different.

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Whe making the decision to attend one college or university over another, it is important to ask your student what type of atmospere he/she is looking for in such an institution. Whether they are looking for a large campus with an emphasis on Division I athletics or a small liberal arts school with a focus on strenuous academics, there is some point along the spectrum that is bound to fit your student's needs and wants. Another important decision that must be made as a family is how the financial burden associated with higher education, including financail aid opportunities, federal grants, and student loans, will be handled by the family. Once a college or university is decided on the best advice I can offer is to jump in with arms out and both eyes open. You only get out what you put in to your college experience, and the most important aspect in choosing an institution is to choose a campus that will challenge you as a student, as a person, and as an individual in an ever expanding global society.

While looking at prospective colleges, make sure you are looking at ones that fit your needs and wants. Make lists if it helps you compare the different schools. Do not let anyone else choose for you or influence you when making your decision. Look for a school that has a major that you want, but also one that has great extracurricular activities and programs. College should be (at least partially) about finding yourself and growing to be who you truly are, so you want to make sure the college has fun classes and activities that will interest you and help you grow. Also, talk to current students and professors to get an idea of how the interaction between students and faculty is; this will also give you a chance to see more of what goes on behind closed doors. If possible, go on a tour or spend the night in a dorm. You can see how college really is. Most of all, stay true to yourself!!

If I were talking to a junior/senior in high school that were looking at colleges, I would tell them to visit the school that is interesting to them. When you go to that campus, see if you can stay the weekend to get a feel for the college life, then see if you can meet some of the teachers, sit in on a class, or eat lunch in the dining halls. Also, don't make a decision because that is where your other friends are going. College is not all about partying and you aren't there just to get a degree. There is alot more to college than that. While you're in college you will experience things that will help you grow and mature as an individual. As long as you keep on track and set goals for yourself, you will be fine in college.

Don't force students to attend somewhere they are not interested. Their thoughts and ideas should be welcomed and appreciated as they are beginning a great journey.

My advice to parentsor students thinking about finding the right college is to take a college tour.

I would advise the students to attend some classes as a guest before applying to a school, to get a feel for how their major is taught. Research extra-curriculars, and make sure there are things like grocery stores, medical facilities, and other essential places for everyday needs as well as emergencies located close to the campus. Students should apply for as many scholarships as is possible for them - the fewer loans you take out, the happier you will be during school and after graduation. Check out the meal plans and counseling/health facilities, have a simulated advising meeting with a professor of your preferred major - then tour the city to find out if it's somewhere you'd want to spend the next four years. Basically, do your homework and make sure you're going to be comfortable. If you're comfortable, you're more likely to be happy and perform better. I can give no other advice - social situations have to be figured out after school starts. :-)

If you want a Catholic College that is very liberal because it is in a weird spot in the states, go for it.