St Andrews University Top Questions

If I could go back in time to my high school senior self, I'd warn myself that it's a bumpy road ahead. Times are going to be tough, unfair, wrong, demanding, stupid (but there will be some good times). I'd want to prepare myself with a few experiences, and hope that I'd be able to knock some sense into myself, (if not then explain that it will be okay and I will grow and learn from the experience). I'd tell myself to stay true to who I am and not to change for anyone.

I would tell myself to really rethink my views on school and to just get with it and let myself know of all the positive outcomes that could have been accomplished a lot sooner in life than waiting till it became mandatory to have a degree in order to get a decent job and not be the screw up I turned out to be, which makes it very hard to turn your life around but it can be done.

Have you ever wish you can go back time and talk to your yourself as a high school senior? I do. I would go back in tell her to not worry and be free. Life will go as course if you just believe and be positive about life instead of always being negative. In you will have a wonderful fiance at age 21 who would buy you your first car; Your family would be a very big impact on your life. Its not only because you would work hard with five hours in between school and work, Its only because you would be the first in your family to graduate college and be extremely successful. College wouldn't be so scary and difficult at all if you stay focus and on track with your school work. Please stop being shy and make trustworthy friends who you can trust. Do you remember that Math class that you had nightmares about once you started college you will fail is really no big deal. Make sure you do all your homework and projects on time and don't forget to stay focus and wear your glasses because you will need them.

I always advice to myself that I should be an engineer in construction field to help our poor people and also help myself in future and this faculty is very reasonable for me and I must study hard and I want to study this fcaulty in foriegn country because in our country afghanistan there not good universities and there is not chance for me to go there because I am a poor person and I can't pay much more money and I will wait untill I get a good scholarship but I believe on God that he will help me soon. Thanks Ahmad Waleed Jalali

In high school I was always set on becoming a Veterinarian. As I became older I changed my mind multiple times; so when I graduated I was unsure of where I wanted to go. I attended a community college for a year so I could find myself. Finally, when I visited St. Andrews University I knew it was where I wanted to be. I could pursue my love for horses and art; and be in a comfortable, diverse environment. If I could go back I would tell myself to explore more options rather than focusing on one decision . I don’t feel like I wasted any time at community college, but I wish I would have found St. Andrews earlier while I was in high school. I would also advise myself to become more prepared for college by saving money. Community college was a cheap fall back so I could save money for university. If I would have started saving earlier I could have started my journey earlier. I have no regrets and I believe that things happen for a reason. My choices over the years have walked me into an optimistic future.

Start early to learn time management. My Mom always told me this and she was right. No matter what your workload, as long as you don't get behind and plan your time properly, you will always have time to finish your work, take a nap and have fun. It's all in the planning process. I tried very hard freshman year to stay on top of assignments and it worked! Thanks Mom!

My greatest strength is probably my ability to socialize with different types of people. This trait would greatly help me be a great student at St. Andrews University. Being able to interact with people, I believe, is top priority for college and classroom interaction. I’m very down to earth; however, I know when I would have to take charge and stop being “nice” when the time is needed. I believe I have great time management skills. I deal with sports and academics well. I only save things for last minute when I know I can complete it with ease. Usually, I try to do my school work a few days before it’s due so I have less stress and more free time. Time management is a very important skill that should be considered in your transition to college.

Knowing what I know now about college I would tell myself to visit more schools and when I do visit I should sit in on classes and talk to proffessors about their expectations and guidelines. I would advise myself to talk to the director of my major to see what type of jobs I can get with my major and degree from St. Andrews. I would ask students to be truthful and tell me what really goes on on campus. I would tell myself that when choosing friends don't compromise yourself and be true to yourself and you will find true friends that will complement you not bring you down. I would tell myself to behave the same way I did in high school repectful, funny, and hardworking. I will tell myself not to compromise when choosing a school. I have to be ok with the majority of the school before I commit and lastly I will tell myself to let loose some time and enjoy the college experience in moderation ofcourse.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the big transition I would tell myself a lot of advice If i were able to go back in time. First I would tell myself that work whether its in the classroom or on the court comes before anything because that is the main thing I am going to school for. Hardwork definetly pays off in the long run and it also brings out yourtrue character. This is something I failed to understand until I was done with my first year of college. I would also tell myself to know who to trust and who has your back as a friend and who will not. When you are in college you lack the presence of your family so it is essential to pick friends wisely because you will never know who will be there for you when things get rough.

Alright Kirsten, this is what you need to do so you are more prepared for college. You need to take a Spanish class instead of French, it will definitely help you out in the long run. Secondly, when Dad sends you all of those scholarship opportunities, fill more of them out, this way you can help out not just Mom and Dad but yourself when you wan to bring down your horse. Also, flash cards will be your best friend, start making them now. When you take Microeconomis your first semester MAKE FLASHCARDS! It will help you out in the long run I promise. Be prepared to have to try new things, making friends is always key. I promise though, you will find a few who are really close to you by the second semester. Be active, join more groups, and riding all summer is going to benefit you in the long run. C4 is something you really want to do, so do it. Don't be afraid of doing new things, it will help you figure out not just yourself but what you want to do. Oh, and like always study! Do that and you will be set.