Georgia State University Top Questions

Three things. First, explore. I know you chose a major, but take some time to go through the whole list. If a program interests you, email or meet the department advisor to learn more. Also, don't avoid the STEM fields. You shouldn't decide your major based upon your favorite class in high school. Instead, choose one based upon the career and academic opportunities available to you with that degree. Secondly, apply. Thanks to your awesome family, dinner will be ready when you get home, and the dishes will be clean when you finish your homework. Use the time other students spend cooking or cleaning to apply for opportunities that will enhance your academic experience. Don't allow the paperwork and deadlines associated with study abroad or internships to dissuade you from applying. Taking advantage of these options will greatly increase your marketability after school. Finally, follow-up. Along the way, people will be investing in you by writing recommendation letters or providing scholarships. Always express your sincere appreciation by not only thanking them immediately but also keeping them updated on your later ventures and successes. Follow these and you'll reach farther than your current dreams.

I would be a diligent learner with great dedication and determination to stay focus on my goals and plan accordingly for a successful academic future.

I am currently 46 years old. If I could go back and time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to make better choices. I have found over the years, that the choices you make in life are what determines your destiny. I would make choices based on what is going to help me in the long run and not what will benefit me right now. My 17-year-old self was not very patient and was all about instant gratification. My 46 year-old self now sees the wisdom in taking my time and making choices that will benefit me in the future. I would choice a major that may take more time to complete, but would offer me much more in return. I would also tell myself that I need to stand on my own and not rely on friends from high school to choice my career path based on what they were doing. I am now finally getting the chance for my do over, one I would not have to do if I knew then what I know now.

Start off with a clean slate. Don't go to college with all the same people you went to high school with so you can allow yourself to branch out and meet new people. Join organizations on campus which will help you meet new people. Take leadership positions in the organizations, they look good on resumes and will give you skills you need to take charge. Cut any ties which will influence your academic, professional, and social decisions. It is important that you have the freedom to go down any path that may present itself in the future. Make those decisions for you, and you alone. Don't stress yourself out to graduate in four years. As long as you stay focused and are successful in your academics, take as long as you may need, the job world will still be waiting for you when you finish. Complete as many internships or as much major-related work experience as possible before graduating. Most importantly, learn about yourself. College is the time to do what you want to do and grow as an individual. Don't let it pass you by.

If I could go back in time to when I was a high school senior, I would give myself the following advice: first, begin looking for scholarships. It is never too late to begin looking and the scholarship money will come in handy, escpecially with the rising cost of tuition, books, and the option of living on campus. Second, focus on the assignments given. College is absolutely different from high school. It is easy to get away with not studying in high school; college on the other hand requires comittment and hard work. Procrastinating and doing the assignment the night before is not an option. Lastly, be open to new ideas, new people, and new ways of thinking. College is a place to learn and improve oneself so it is important to welcome change. Change may seem like an akward stage in one's life, but overcoming it makes a better person.

I would tell myself to practice my study habits more. There is a lot of information that comes from one class. I definitely needed to have a better way to narrow down the main points that I need to know. Study more! When tests are coming up don't wait last minute to try to cram. Study a little bit everyday so by the time the exam comes you'll be better prepared. Do as much as you can while you can. Try to join clubs, volunteer, and go to as many events as possible. It is great for networking for after graduation and to meet people for friendships.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take college very seriously. I would say that, even though you will be attending the local, junior college, it is JUST as important as a university. My study habits, socializing, working, everything should revolve around my school. I would also say that financial aid and scholarships need to be applied for while still in high school. No one told me that. Do whatever you can to do well in school. Scholarships for college are largely based on grades and if you didn't think grades in high school were that important, you will soon learn they were!!

As the first generation in my family to go to college, it was hard to figure out what I needed to do in order to succeed in school. Raised by a single mother, I was a rebellious girl. However I had a studious side that motivated me to do well in highschool. I graduated with a GPA of 3.8 and I was very proud of myself to be the first of my family to set foot in college full of new opportunities. When I look back, there are several things I want to change during my highschool years. I definitely advise my highschool self to take AP courses, which I never knew how to get in. I would also like to be more active in extracurricular activities which I never had an opportunity to do so because of lack of transportation. Other than that, I would like to tell myself back in time that my future is good. There is no better way in life than to experience college the way I am experiencing now. "Manage work don't let work manage you." Hard work and dedication pays off in the end. That is what I would advise myself.

I was homeschooled my whole life so I knew that starting at a small college and working my way was the best way to go. I am glad that I chose Ivy Tech Community College because the atmosphere is nice, professors are understanding, and it is small enough for me to adapt to college life. After I graduate with my associates degree I will be prepared to move away and go to a bigger college such as a university.

It's really fun and you don't have to worry about a thing in your first day. Everyone will be there to help you out and just enjoy your college life over there. Just keep working hard and you will become very successful in your life. Keep on believing what you want to do and I'm sure your dreams will come true.