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I have learned more about myself at this college than anything. I have learned how to manage my time, I have made a lot of new friends, I have learned how to save money and what its like to truly be out on my own. I love it here and I would not trade this experience for anything. It has been a valuable experience becuase I feel like I am now more ready to take on the "real world" with an adult and mature view. The education is great and I have already been able to apply what I have learned here in real life situations. I love Northwest University and I would recommend it to anyone.

I have discovered to think on my own and formulate thoughts and ideas about things completely independently of everyone else around me. I have also learned to be self sufficient, dedicated, responsible and hard working, because without those things, you fail. College is not easy, but it prepares you for the career that you seek after you graduate. If you seek to do something impactful, then you must have the training to prepare you in order to do so, and college can be and is that training.

I have become a much more accepting person since coming to college. Before my freshman year, I lived in a very small town where everyone knows their neighbor and people didn't talk to those who were different. Since coming to college I have learned to enjoy how people vary in their own ways and accept individualism. The best example I can give of me broadening my horizons was in hignschool my town taught me to shun those who were not traditionally heterosexual; I am now starting my honors in the major thesis project on the anxiety of homosexuals who do not feel accepted and comfortable with their identity. College has made me a better person. It has taught me to fix my own car, to make my own doctors appointments and to learn, not because my parents tell me to but because I want to. My own self worth and satisfaction has increased immensely, which then in turn lets me accept others for who they are. That is the most valuable part of my post high school educational experience.

My college experience has thoroughly challenged me, not just the way that I view the world, but also the way I connect with the world. Albeit a music major -focused on performance, theory, and history- the interpersonal skills that I gained through my four years of college redefined the way I live in relations to my community. It's all about community. Even the professors treat their students as individuals, not just names on their class lists.

This university has many flaws. It is really expensive and very stressful. There are many rules that restrict the lives of the students and that tend to cause many enemies. Some of the teachers do not see the struggling students and therefore do not help them. There are many other flaws but this school tries to focus on what is good for the students and how to follow the Word of God. Coming here has taught me many important things. I am the kind of person that seems to follow the bad crowd if left alone. Even though the school's flaws can be seen as a restriction to our right to freedom as Americans, it has done nothing but good for me. It's kept me from spending my money, since the take it all, and has taught me to save what I can. The stress has made me a stronger person. The rules have kept my party lifestyle down to the minimum and has kept me out of trouble. The teachers who do not pay attention has taught me to work things out myself. I am eternally grateful to this school for helping me become a better person.

I have been in the doorms now with everyone, they are so friendly. There is no hazing or bad mouthing, and every one is trying to help me fit in. We are almost like a family. I have less than 25 days to come up with $90000.00 and i am going to be so sad to have to leave. The people and professors are so accomadating working with me on how to attend a large school considering i came from a class of 4 and homeschooled most of my life. This money would help to see me through to the next semester at a school that really cares for me as a person and not just a number paying them to boost their ratings. I am gratefull for a chance to be here with people that care for oneanother. The campus is so pretty with an amazing layout. Out of 15 schools in washington state i have chosen this one even though i was accepted to more than 8 schools. In short this IS A GREAT SCHOOL!!!!!!!!

I have learned to be a responsible student. I have learned to be in a community of people and make them my family. I have also learned that deadlines are very important to life. Being at Northwest University has tought me how to be in love with Jesus and follow the call that he has put on my life. It is a community of encouraging professors, and people that want to see you succeed. This has been a big part of my growth and I wouldnt want to change it. I am so thankful that I have the opportunity to go here, and I would love to continue my education.

Through attending college, I have found a constant maturing growth. I have learned how to take responsibilty for not only my actions, but finances and time as well. This year as I am now at a four year univirsity rather then a community college, I have to manage my time without the help of others telling me what to do. Community college, though it usually teaches responsibility, I found that I had still had the pressure of parents telling me to do my homework and be in home at a decent time. In addition to managing time, I have learned how to live with no money. As a college student I have learned what it is to not have money because of the rising cost of education and the difficulty to get a job in the current recession. Learning to save my money, and live sparingly. I have also realized how important it is to be here to continue my education and get a degree rather then dropping school and trying to get a job so I have money. OveralI I find these experiences have been very valuable to learn and will help later in life.

Self, you are a farmer and enjoy science- why don?t you think about a science major. Don?t be afraid to commute a little farther to go to a college that offers a few more options in classes either. Work hard for your grades they really make things easier when applying for colleges and scholarships. Be confident and don?t be afraid you?re going to do well. Do your best to tentatively plan the next five years of your life; set goals and don?t be confined by others? expectations and limitations. Success is nothing to shy away from, you don?t have to always be the underdog. Talk to older, successful folks about things they would have done or done differently when they were my age and what they did to land them where they are now.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior about future college life, I would start off by telling myself life in the future isn't all fun and games. I would warn myself that dorm life, out of anything, can distract me from what my main goal is. In this warning I would say, make sure you work before you play. You have the chance to screw everything up if all you do is enjoy the social aspect of college. Yes, social life in college is something you should participate in. However, you need to balance your time in the books and your time with the friends. Along with this warning I would say make sure you buy a daily planner. Being in college means you have many different professors with many different assignmets. Make sure you keep yourself on top of your work load with a planner to tell you what and when an assignment is due. Those are the two main warnings I would give my past high school personality.

Knowing what I know now, if I could go back to my senior self, I would tell myself to have an open mind about college, the people there, and the career path I was so determined to follow. I think it's very important when first starting college to really be open to other people's opinions and ideas. Even more importantly, it is a good idea to try out different classes to really find what you are interested in. College presents a world of opportunities through the people you meet and the classes you take. Being closed minded or too focused on one area of study can actually hinder you in ways you wouldn't expect. I am very thankful I got a chance to meet some of the people I did and take classes that really showed me what I want to do with my future.

I would tell myself that although at times college will be harder than I expected it will never be to much for me to handle. I would say if you take every thing one day at a time everything will be alright. Also, that getting to know Professors well is one of the best things a college Freshman can do. Not only does it help you academically but it will also help you mentally. Also, never get to caught up in learning and fitting in to college that you loss your identity and self. Always keep in mind that college is just a short stepping stone to a much greater future.

College is a time of transition and a time of major changes. Oftentimes college students are thrown into a world entirely different then the one they left behind in highschool, and a lot of pressure comes with such a big change. The pressures of college include maintaining a satisfactory gpa, deciding what career pathway you are going to follow, and building relationships with your peers and professors. With all these stressors in a college students life, it would be a relief to not have the additional worry of finances. Higher education is extremely important, but unfortunately it is also expensive, and worrying about finances can potentially drag down a student's gpa, confidence, and social life. This is why if I were able to go back and give my pre-graduated self one piece of advice, it would be to make sure I had a financial plan for college and was working to save money towards tuition. Not having to worry about money would enhance my college experience, so that is what guidance I would give myself as a highschool senior.

Knowing what I know now about college life I would tell myself to start college as soon as I graduate high school when educational concepts are still fresh in my mind. I waited to attend college at a much older age. I am a sophomore in college now and am a 31 year old single mother of 3. I live on campus while attending classes. My children live with my parents 3 hours away from the Northwest University campus. I know in the end it will all be worth it. It is a challenge spiritually, financially, and emotionally but I am very happy to be in college. I would tell myself to stay in school and go to college and get it over with before you have children! God Bless! You can do this!

I would tell myself not to listen to the people who said I was stupid. I would tell myself that high school no longer mattered. I would also tell myself to go after my pre-med from the get go and not wait until I was 29. I would also relay to myself how smart and beautiful I was, and no one should make me feel insecure. I'd also tell myself that Northwest University where i am now should have been a choice right away.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to stop worrying, trust God, and follow your heart. I had a very difficult time deciding between Northwest U and University of Washington, as I was accepted to both schools. For me, it was about choosing between the school with higher status or the school I felt I would receive a more personal experience with the student body and professors. By praying, and trusting in what I knew would be best for me, I definately was moving against the grain of what most of society would have told me to choose. I would have also told myself to keep every situation in the right perspective, as I have a tendency to make mountains out of molehills. If I trust that everything will work out if I set my mind to it, I would save myself a lot of worry and stress.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would encourage myself to examine my real reasonings for wanting to go to college. I would make sure that each reason is because of a goal, expectation or want of my own and not of someone elses. I would tell myself over and over that I don't need to know what future career I want right now, but that college will provide me with the opportunities to discover many different options. I would make myself realize that it's only going to be 4, maybe 5 years and it will put me so much further ahead in life, doors will be open after college that I would never have been able to walk through without a degree! I would describe the fun and the amazing people I would meet along the way. I wouldn't quit, I'd make myself be everything I've always known I could be!

Mkae sure you kow what you want to do in life, it makes all the difference when it comes to class time.

It is always important to pick a school that has a strong focus on the program you want to be a part of. I also feel that environment is important, you should choose a school in an area that is aesthetically pleasing to you. I believe that is conducive to learning. The size of the school isn't as important as the strength of the program, which I can't stress enough. Independence is important to college age adults, so an area with a good economy and a good chance of getting a job is important. There are many reasons to pick any one college over another, but I feel that what I just described is mostly universal in the decision making process.

Finding the right university can be a daunting one, because there is so much to consider. I would reccomend that you base your initial search on the field you are looking to study- try to find a school with a reputable program for your field. Narrow that search by deciding on the size, and preference for private or state universities. Continue to down size your selection by deciding climate and geographical area you prefer. Make sure you research your (hopefully manageable in size) each school by visiting their websites; write down the things you do/don't like, and any questions you have. The most important step of this process is to visit every school on your list. When you are on campus, ask all your questions, take a tour, talk to current students, and speak with the financial aid office. If you still have more than one school that you love, and feel would be a good fit for you, then apply to them all and make a decision based on finances. Potentially, you will spend the next 4-6 years of your life at this new place, so make sure that it can be home for you.