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Focus on the future. It is easy to spend money on unnessecary expenses instead of puting it towards school. The more fun you have in school on your student loans dime, the more money you will be responsible for repaying post graduation. College, as an undergrad, is a wonderful experience. Don't let anyday pass you by! Pursue your goals and career aspirations 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}! You can do it!

I would tell myself to strive to do the best I can at everything I can. I would remind myself that even though I might think certain courses don't apply to the field I'm most passionate about, make sure to take everything a little more serious and apply yourself in everything that you do. I would remind myself that even though you may not think grades aren't as important as the skills you aquire and your abililty to perform in the real world, they make a difference still in getting your "foot in the door" in certain situations and circumstances. I would tell myself to be a professional, to take better advantage of all my resources and try to be more sociable and network with more people. I would tell myself to swallow your pride and ask for help when you need it, that just because you think that if don't understand something on your own, it doesent' mean you weren't meant to understand it at all, it just means that you may not have understood it they a particular person explained it to you. And mostly importantly, not to loss touch with the Lord.

Dont be afraid of the future and what it holds; just grab life by the horns and ride! Try to apply yourself a bit better now to help the transition to this college, lots of work ahead. And always remember to enjoy yourself, you'll only be here once.

Keep doing what you are doing and you'll do great. Excersize more and play some football like you now wish you had. But you have nothing to worry about so just have a good time.

Parents: Encourage your student to visit campuses and, if possible, spend the night in the dorms. Being on campus away from parents is the absolute best way for the student to decide whether or not they will fit in at that school. Students: Don't be afraid to ask questions. Most schools have some sort of student ambassadors that are the cream of the crop students willing to talk to prospective students (some, like me, actually like it!) These people usually know what's going on, and if not, can direct you to someone who does. DON'T choose a small school that is specialized if you aren't sure about your major. DO attend a school that offers co-op or internship experiences because not only do the have the potential to pay, but the offer an UNBEATABLE opportunity to experience work that you could be doing when you graduate. DON'T be afraid to try new things and have a great social life. Your college buddies will be friends for life no matter where you end up geographically. DON'T burn bridges because you never know who may be a high-powered exec someday that can help you.

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Finding the right college is an essential part of determining how the rest of youths lives will go. Parents should be supportive and give their opinions but students should take a large part of the responsibility in finding funding, visiting the perspective universities, and most importantly getting involved once they are accepted to the school that best fits them.

Start early. Spend as much time as possible getting to know all of the colleges that you are looking at. This means students, faculty, alumni, and staff. Sit in on classes, and try to see past the pretty picture that gets painted on the admissions flyers. This will be your life for the next four years, and you will spend the next 10 to 20 years paying for it so make sure that it is everything that you want it to be. Once you are there, get involved in everything, find the things you like the most and focus. Remember your end game and don't get off track, because it can be costly and extremely discouraging. Never give up! If you find that your choice didn't turn out quite as you had planed, then make it your goal to change it. Success is what you make it. Leave a legacy.

My advice would be to visit colleges on normal class days. Colleges tend to mislead and present a much better face during planned open houses. Kettering University, for example, brings in girls from other local colleges to make it appear that the school is more evenly balanced by gender, instead of the reality of an 80{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} male population. Also, be sure to look at your current high school, and determine what it is you like or dislike about your environment there. That will be a great guide to determining what sort of social atmosphere you would prefer. Finally, pick a school with a variety of degree programs, not just a narrow grouping. It is probable that you will change your mind on your degree choice once you enter college, no matter how carefully you plan.

When applying to colleges, never assume you're going to get denied, let the college decide! When you are talking to colleges, no question is a dumb question, because they should be able to answer it quickly and effectively. You're giving these institutions your time, money, and commitment. Learn as much as possible!