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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I definitely would because there would be quite a few things that I would tell myself. One of them being that all of my homework that was due for that week, I would get it all done by the Sunday before. I would do this because if there were any big projects or additional homework added on to my load then I would have the extra time to do it; and I would also be a lot less stressed out if I had done that. Another thing that I would tell myself is to appreciate the time with my family and friends while I still had the time to spend with them. I am an hour and a half away from home and even though its not that far I still get homesick and I miss my family sometimes. So I would tell myself to take advantage of every second that I was with my parents and sister because I would miss them very much once I went away to college. These are two of the most important things that I would tell myself.

Listen up, high school senior: It's okay to not know exactly what you want to do, no matter how many times you will be asked in the next 4 years or so "What do you plan on doing with your life?" It's okay to not follow your high school friends to the university that they think is perfect for you. It's okay to not worry about loans and how you will pay for school (that's what you have to look forward to after you graduate college: paying them off). It's okay to dream big: who says you can't do something? There are ways to improvise. You only live once, so why not make your college years the best years of your life? Take advantage of campus activities, sports, and community living: most of us won't be able to do these ever again. Go to class: this isn't high school...you're paying for it. Step out of your comfort zone and gain the priceless experience of it. Make connections and network, because even if you don't know what you're doing, someone else can help guide you in your misdirection.

Regard the next four years as a privilege. While developing relationships and having fun are valuable aspects of college, do not pour all of your time into your social life. Do not neglect the reason for which you are furthering your education: the continuation of knowledge towards a specific future. You will write many papers, read many books, take many tests. Each assignment really does count, and it really does work out better for you if you begin the work prior to the night before it's due. Engage your mind in your classes. Take the time to consider the material you are reading and studying and truly grow in knowledge. You will change in these next four years. Look forward to building strong relationships, growing in knowledge, advancing in maturity and time management. Do not squander these next four years.

I would tell myself to get better prepared not only for college, but for life itself. I had to endure some hardships when it came to selecting a college and paying for college that I would go back in time to tell myself that adivice. I would also have worked harder in school to get much more scholarships in order to pay for school as well.

College is a chance to start over with a clean slate, in a sense. In my case, I went to school 14 hours away from home and knew absolutely nobody upon entering college my freshman year. Knowing what I know now after 2.5 years of completed tertiary schooling, if I could go back to my very first day I would advise myself to be the individual I desired to be. Throwing off any former labels or stereotypes I may have received in high school or elementary school, I could have possessed any kind of character or personality traits I wanted. After all, nobody knew who I had been for so many years prior to entering Spring Arbor University. Therefore, if I were to make the same transition again, I would simply start over and allow myself to become who I was created to be, without hindrance.

It is going to be fine. It is a lot more work and you will sleep a lot loss but you will be able to do it. Save money and get ready for a good time.

I would tell myself to be open to other people and new experiences. I was incredibly nervous to transition from high school to college. I'm really close with my family and the thought of leaving home terrified me. I'm still not a big fan of being away from home, but I've made some great friends through my university. I would tell myself to not be nervous to meet new people. I would encourage myself to take leaps of faith and not to worry about what someone else might think of me. It's important to be yourself from the very beginning; let others know who you are and what you believe in. You'll make friends for who you really are and they'll love you. I would prepare myself to love others more unconditionally and accept them for who they are.

Get out there and talk to people - be social because everyone else is looking for a friend too! As far as grades, just stay focused and you'll do great! Sure there's a lot of work to do but you're a hardworker and you can keep up with it. College is way better than high school and the people here are a lot less shallow. You're going to love college. Just be bold, have some courage and don't be afraid to look people in the eye and say "Hi."

I would tell myself that I need to learn to be more open. College can be a lot of fun right from the beginning if you force yourself to try and make new friends. I would also say that it would be a good idea to go over the rules of the school, to make sure that you are willing and able to follow them. Along with this, I would suggest talking to a few people who already attend the college of your choice, to see how they like it. I think I would also suggest that you would plan to go home more often than you would think you'd want to your freshman year. Being away from home for a long time, especially if you're not used to it, can be very stressful.

In giving advice to parents and students, I would make sure the student knows a little about what he or she wants out of life before determining a college. I would advise high school students to do some type of day on the job before determining the career path he or she would like to follow. It is very difficult at a young age to know exactly what you want out of life, so a student needs to be very careful about determining where they want to go. One great principle to follow when making a life changing decision is Define, Learn, Do. Define what you want out of life, learn from someone who already has what you want, and then do what they did. This is a very sipmple principle to follow, however, it can make the world of a difference if applied correctly to determining a college. For example, a student should interview someone in his or her perspective job field and also interview someone who attends the perspective schools that have a program for that specific job field. Asking the right questions to the right people is key for students looking to attend college.

College is a life changing experience. It is an opportunity to learn about oneself and further education. However, the stress of finding the perfect college is unecessary. Finding the right college should not stress you out. It is a fun process that students and parents should enjoy. It is good to make lists of pros and cons; it is also good to try to determine what is essential in a college to each individual student. College is a learning experiment and a life changing process. Enjoy it!!

For prospective students, the best advice would to get out there and visit the campuses. Once you visit a campus, you get the true feel of the atmosphere and the people. Also, it allows you to taste the food, meet the professors, see the class sizes, and learn what it takes to be involved in the campus. However, remember to not ask questions only to your tour guide, but be sure to go around and ask other students that attend the college or university. These students will probably provide a more accurate answer about living situations and campus life. Plus, it is always good to get more than one opinion. Overall, find a place you love and get involved. Be sure to talk to those in leadership roles and see where you can plug in. The more you are involved on campus, the more you will get out of your college experience, socially and academically.

Finding the right college for you can be stressful. Go with your first instinct. The place that feels the most like home is the place you'll be most comfortable. Don't pick a school because of your friends but pick a school that you feel will be best for you. Always remember, college is what you make of it!

Finding the right school enables a student to make the most of a higher education by providing opportunities to stretch their mental, emotional and spiritual boundaries. There is no better gift you can give yourself or your child than the love of learning for a lifetime through higher education at the right college. Find the school that encourages critical thinking, and applying what you've learned to real-life situations. Apply yourself whole-heartedly to the process. You'll enjoy growing up, meeting new challenges, and expanding your horizons while preparing to engage in the world in a way that matters - to you and to those whose lives you will touch after you graduate.

I believe it is important to find a college that cares for their students. While searching for a college, visit as many as you can and stay overnight in the dorms, if possible. Find a college that has activities that interest you especially if you plan to live on campus. Get involved once you begin college: go to games, visit at the lounge, seek out new friends, play varsity sports or join the band, do as much as you can as long as your grades don't suffer. Take advantage of study groups, tutoring, or professor's open hours to help get your work done. Don't party too much--you might find yourself doing something you'll regret forever. If there is chapel, make sure to attend sometime or find a good church and get involved there. This is a wonderful time in life to get grounded in who you are and what you belive in.

For parents and students trying to find the right college, make sure to ask the right questions. Most colleges will give you a degree in what you need in terms of academics though different universities do differ and some are better for different carreer paths than others. My advice however, is that a student looks for a college that would give him the best experience and the best growth and advances in maturity as possible. I choose a college that I knew would not only fulfill my academic requirements but one that would also have peers that I could bond, discuss, grow and learn with. While the professors of colleges are the ones dedicated to helping us earn our degress, I have gleaned just as much adcademic worth from those that I am pursuing a degree with.

In order to find the right college, you (student), must listen to your heart and your gut feeling when visiting campus. If you feel uneasy, the students seem too different from you, try somewhere else. I think also that more than one visit to a college campus is very important. You may visit on the "wrong" weekend. I also think that Saturday or Sunday afternoon is a BAD time to visit. If you really want to see students working and in action visit on a Tuesday or Thursday evening. See what their real campus life is like. Parents should also let their student have some say in their choice of school. Nothing turns a student off to learning as being forced to go somewhere, especially if that is where the parent attended. A student should also see if they might be allowed to attend a special event or day on campus to meet some of the students there. I myself love nothing more then being in the drawing room and having potential student come through so I can meet them one on one and answer questions. Meet someone on campus, they'll most likely be honest if you ask them.

When I was researching colleges, I first wrote a list of the characteristics I wanted in a future college and then I made a notebook, outlining these characteristics with a seperate page for each college researched. I set each page up like this: NAME OF COLLEGE LOCATION No. HOURS FROM HOME TUITION ENROLLMENT MAJORS OFFERED I could then easily compare each of the colleges and weigh the most important characteristics. This will give you enough information to illiminate colleges that do not fit your desired criteria. Since applying for college can be costly and timely, narrow your application process to 5 or fewer colleges. However, be sure to apply to at least 2 colleges and be sure one of them is a "safety" college, meaning you are pretty certain you will be accepted. When you have applied and received acceptance letters, visit each college you have been accepted to, as this is the best way to compare. Once in college, the best way to make the most of your college experience is to get involved in various on-campus activities. Do not overbook yourself, though. Know what you like to do and be committed those few activities.

I strongly suggest parents to listen to their children and allow them to lead in finding a school. I suggest that students need to listen to the advice and wisdom of their parents, and use it as a guidance tool to decide on the right college. It is important when choosing a college that students have support from their parents, and that everyone works together as a family to make the right decisions. Once in college, students need to realize that not only is this a time to study, but it is also a time to make conections for the future. Students need to not focus on the social aspect, but instead on the possibilities presented to them to better their

Find a college where you know you will be able to focus on your school work (that's what you are mainly here for, remember) and a place where you can also meet great people who you can make lasting friendships with. School size, school tuition, and environment is very important. But also be sure to see how involved professors are in their students academic life as well as personal every day life. Classroom size is also important. Most important, however, is to find out how good are the schools programs and how well do they fit in with what you want. A person can do well at any college if they put their mind to it, so just pick a place where you know you will be happy.