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Looking back at my self as a Senior i would probably tell myself, to start with all my College things ahead of time & to do my best. Start applying for collges and all kinds of grants and scholarships way before i graduate. Things will get hard if you decide to do it last minute. Go and do actual tours of the schools and narrow it down to the schools with your main interest. Look into taking CLEP testing & that your first year of college is no time for play; It will all be serious. That you can only drop so many classes so think about what you take and how much you can handle. That if you finish with most of your classes before senior year take classes that you know will help you out with your Major for College. It will help out in the in & also being in extra activites; weather sport or honors clubs will look good on applications. As well as Recommdations letters will be good from teachers that see how hard you have worked and know that you will do just as good in College.

The advice I would give myself would be to enjoy your life! Do not stress over the small stuff because in the end it is all a learning experience and it helps develop you into the person that you aare meant to be! I would also tell myself that life is full of laughter and pain, joy and sorrow. But life is also full of pure adventure because no day is ever the same, so don't stress be a Senior and have fun but know that no matter what as long as you believe in yourself and do your best, there is nothing more you could ask for.

Stay in school, silly!

The one thing I would tell myself is to apply earlier. My school puts students with good GPA's in the running for scholarship money, if they apply early. I applied regualer desicion, and therefore lost out on the oppotunity.

Beware of alcohol. Seriously, it can mess you up.

I would tell myself to make sure the classes you take can go towards your major. Also to concentrate more on classes and try to get a part-time job to help pay for my bills.

Look very hard to find the RIGHT college. Don't just apply, get accepted and go - find the right one for you!

To really evaluate yourself as a person first and then try to find the college that best suits your needs. Don't just evaluate yourself in broad and general terms. Really delve deep into what it is that you like as a person and try to find somewhere that meets those criteria as best as possible. Don't settle for anything because I know from experience that you will end up regretting it and have to go through the tranferring process....possibly twice.

Finding the right college for you is one of the most important decisions of your life. It is not only about where you will receive your education (although that is a major part), but it is also about where you will be spending the next four years of your life. Make a list of qualities that you know you want in a school and then start searching for schools that match your description. Most likely, you will end up with several to look into. Dig deeper into those schools on your list to narrow it down even further. Explore their websites, take college visits, and speak with admissions counselors. A nice way to get a look at what it is like to attend that school is to stay over night. You will meet students and faculty, get a better look at the campus, and maybe even attend a class. Once your decision is made, apply to your top few schools and then make the final decision. After you are accepted, a new life begins. Take part in activities and clubs on campus. This helps with meeting new people and making for an easier transition from high school to college.

I would say that the best thing you can do to make sure that you are making the best choice is to really talk to students who are currently attending the University . Also, looking at as many colleges as possible will help you acquire a feel for what it is that you are looking for when it comes to your educational, and campus needs. To make the most of your college experience you need to get invloved with the school. At my University there is a office called the CCE, Center for Civic Engagement, that hosts events at least once a week that include activities like volunteering with middle school students; painting murals; or even planting trees. Not only does it make it easier to make friends, or meet new people, but it also makes you feel better about yourself for not having wasted another day. You are given the oppurtunity to make a difference one step at a time, which in turns makes you want to do more for the community. I don't know about you, but i see this as a good thing.

The advice I would give to parents and student about finding the right college is to plan carefully. Try to get a budget for how much they are willing to go into debt over and pick a school, not completely based off that, but definitly realize that it is an issue. Also, it may be a good a idea to have a standard diviation of that. Make sure the college you attend has all the aminities you want or feel like you will need. Make sure affordable housing is located near the school; living on campus gets old after a while. Make sure you are happy with the size. While visiting colleges, ask the students how they really feel about the school. Make sure your major is offered...duh, but also see what majors are offered that related to your interests, in case you change your mind. See is they have a program where you can make up your own major, an individually planned major. I did an IPM and I'm so glad I did. Stay focused. Try to get a part time job for extra cash. Continue to be active with scholarships, volunteering, and a social life.

Well, for the next four years, you definitely want to be going somewhere you'll love , and know you will be best prepared for your future goals. I went to a small university because I know I flourish in small environments but decided to go to a big medical school because I wanted something different from what I experienced in my undergrad years. Work hard to earn scholarships and grants in order to loan out as little as you can. I financed school by myself and came out with a decent amount of undergrad loans. All in all, wherever you end up, make the best of it, take the classes you need and the classes you want, join clubs, volunteer, be different but always, always remain you. It'll be the only 4 years of college you'll ever have, so don't be in a rush to grow up to quickly or be sheltered for too long. Good luck!!

take your time with finding the right school for you and do your research

If it feels right, it probably is.

Try to be as involved as possible. Try and get as much work experience as possible whether it be through an internship or just a regular job. Study hard and do well. Always care about school, but leave enough time to party and have fun with friends. Try and live on campus so you can stay in the loop. When deciding which school to go to try and talk to some of the professors and try to go somewhere where they have a good masters program. Most of all try and find the best fit for you by talking to the students.

My advice to the parents about finding the right college would be to really evaluate their student's personality and learning style. If their student is someone who is very social and likes to go out and do things, a good college for them would be one that is involved with a lot of volunteer work or one that has many things to do on campus. If their student is like me, a person who has difficulty learning and grasping certain concepts, a good college for him/her would be one that is not very big, and one in which the professors are easily accessible. My advice to the students about making the most out of the college experience would be to maintain a balance while in school. I would tell them to stay focused in their schoolwork, but do not forget to have fun and meet new people. The people they may meet here at college most likely end up being lifelong friends. The memories they may create while doing the things they love will last for years to come. If they maintain this balance, they will have a wonderful, well-rounded college experience.

pick the school that fits you the most! consider what you want to major in and your interests and see if those schools fit your needs and wants. college is all about finding your focus in life!

Look for a college that is not only stimulating academically but socially as well. Remember when you go to college you need to have a balance between your academic and your social life. You don't want to pick a college that is all about academics or all about social activities. Also, consider whether or not you are going to have to work to support yourself through college and whether or not the college you pick will be suitable for this. When you get to college please remember that yes you now have freedom, but don't let that go to your head. Don't go to college with a lot of money or you will spend alot of time not focusing on your academics because you will have money to go out every night. Also don't rule a college out just because it is a small school, and there doesn't seem to be a big social atmosphere. College is what you make it. Make sure you study hard, and still leave time for fun. All work and no play will not help you survive your college years, just as all play and no work won't either.

The right college is the one that when you walk on campus you feel at home or excited about and can see yourself at. Try as many things as possible while you are at school because this is the time to find out who you are and what you want to do with your life. Be open to different kinds of people regardless of their race, sexuality, religon, etc. You might find that someone who you would write off for being different will be the ones who are there for you when you need it or will be your best friend 30 years down the road. Work hard, but not to the point where you stress over school and can't relax and have a good time. College is the time of your life so live it up.

When choosing a college or university, parents allow your children to make their own decisions. It is their ultimate decision and they have to make their own way. Students, when using a university, do not go based on your initial perceptions. Investigate thoroughly all of your choices before you make your decision. NEVER make a decision to please others, because you yourself will have to live with the consequences. Always remember, be yourself... even if you don't know who that is just yet, and life is about adventure. It's not whether you win or lose it's all in how you play the game!