Thiel College Top Questions

Going into college my life changed so quickly. When people say enjoy your college life for it is the best time of your life that in a way isnt so much true. College in reality is ALL work. It is what truly prepares you for the outside world. And as harsh as it may sound or seem it is very much true. My college experience so far has showed me that if you really want something you have to keep on trying and fighting. College is not for quitters. I appreciate education so much because education is what gets you far as well as your input in learning . Attending college has been extremely valuable to attend. It's what will prepare me for my aspiring career to become the next big fashion designer. Without college i don't know where i would be right now. College is needed and recommended. It is hard work ! But on the bright side you learn so much and your doing something very important with yourself. Right now at this point and stage of my life, college is everything to me. I am taking great advantage of all i can learn.

In my college experience i have recieved a well rounded education and knowledge that can help me in my future endeavors.

I, like most people that would go back, would tell myself to work harder and actually apply myself. I think that I could've done much better with my grades and been more prepared with school. I also wish I would've chose my college with more thought. I just jumped into one school and didn't really get the chance to look around more. I would tell myself to consider my options more and to make sure that I do not commit to one school before i look around.

Be prepared to make adult decisions using a clear mind and stay focused. Do not lose sight of your goals, because it is easy to get off track, especially if you are a small fish in a big pond. You are your biggest friend and foe. Work hard at achieveing the goals you set for yourself and do not allow anything to get in your way. Make friends that have the same interests as you and similar goals. Be willing to engage your professors in conversation about class activities, assignments, and your career goals. Professors can be a huge proponent for you when you get a job or apply to graduate school. Do not procrastinate. Read ahead, start homework early, and show up prepared and ready to learn in each class. This will make the end of the semester crunch time for finals less hectic and less stressful. Enjoy your new found freedom, but keep yourself in check, and do not allow yourself to get out of control. Respect yourself and others will respect you.

I would love to say to myself, "Go to the school/college and ask if there are any scholarships at Thiel College that I might actually be able to apply for?" I would also want to ask either someone their at the college or my counciler in high school, "Are there any websites that I could possibly go on and see if there are scholarships that I would apply on the internet?" If so I just might want to get a head start on them. My reasonining for this is college ain't cheap, espically a private college. Try to apply for as many scholarships as I can and hopefully be able to recieve "free money." So I would not have to take out numerous loans, which I would have to pay the money back eventually. The last thing I would tell myself is not to be too reserve and just enjoy life. If I enjoy life and be open to as may people in my high school as I possibly can. Then I don't think I would be too reserved around different people. Last but not least enjoy and have fun!

I would tell myself; Jessica, you want a small college. A college that offers the major you want. Get into education, you will enjoy that major. You will like the characters you will call professors. Do not be worried about a roommate because if there are any problems you can easily change roommates, but there will be no problems. Most importantly do not choose a school because of a friend. Choose a school because you feel comfortable like its home because it will be your home for the next four years.

My first attempt (I would need several) would be to get myself more organized. I would try to pound it into my head that at that point in time I had absolutely no organizational skills at all. I remember how I thought I did, but really it was just my mother organizing behind the scenes. I would tell myself several times, "Look, things need to be done a certain way, set priorities for yourself, and for goodness sakes remember that money does not grow on trees!" I would probably have to give myself several time outs. I would remind myself that I do not know everything, but that's alright. What I have learned is that it is okay to be scared about the new and wonderful journey that I have just begun. Life is full of crazy and unpredictable experiences. College is an experience that I will treasure and enjoy for the rest of my life. A little organization will not hurt anyone. It will just make the transition smoother and more enjoyable. Besides, Mom will always be there, no matter how far away I am.

You must know if you want a small or large college, if you want the city or a rural area. If you do not know and chose wrongly you will be very unhappy at your college or university.

Do your research, and an overnight visit, get a good feel for your college/university. Don't go somewhere you do not like, it leads to a negative college experience.

Finding the right college means that you shop around. Ask current students of their opinions. Make sure of a place you can see yourself growing and having fun!