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As I've switched majors twice, I would definitely encourage myself to look deeper into my major before starting my first semester. I don't regret that I didn't stay in the first two majors. In fact, I think the changes have only made firm in what I actually enjoy studying. Still, I can't help but wish I had known what Architecture -- my initial major -- was all about. I might have been open to more options in that case. :)

If I could go back in time, there are several things I would tell myself. First, patience is virtue. Making the transition from high school to college was not only the hardest thing I've had to do, but the most stressful. Many times I found myself worked up over something small. Little things would ruin my day, and began to be unhealthy. Second, time management is the key to success. Once you have the freedom to do whatever you want, whenever you want, staying focused becomes difficult. Make a plan for yourself. Balance your time effectively between school work, social activities, work, and personal leisure. Keep in focus why you're in college and what you're there to achieve. Last, stay healthy. It's important to eat three meals a day. Even though the cafeteria offers a variety of yummy, yet unhealthy food, doesn't mean you have to eat it. I would tell myself to try and make healthy food choices. Also important, make a work-out schedule and stick to it. No one likes the reality of the "freshman fifteen." Transitioning to college can be tough, but a few pointers could make all the difference.

While college may seem intimidating, don't become discouraged too quickly. Everyone on campus, including faculty and students are open and willing to help through any hard times or struggles. The students are very open minded and you will quickly find friends for life. Learn some time management, though, because social life can easily take over academics if you aren't careful. Take opportunities to grow and learn more than just in the classroom. These are going to be the best four years of your life, despite all the troublesome times. Live each day in the moment, because time flies way too fast. Don't go home too often, because you want some separation, but remember to talk to your family even when things are busy. Midterms and finals aren't as stressful as in the movies, just look from a broad perspective and you will see that there is more time to study than you think. Finally, have fun. College is for learning, but also for adventure and discovery. Look for an adventure every day!

Do not be in such a great hurry to "grow up"! The things you want to do as a grown up will still be there 5 years from now. Enjoy being a kid and doing things that kids do. I miss so much lying on my back in the grass and staring at clouds, finding dragons and sand castles. This time that you are spending in high school can never be replaced. Make the most of it! The friends you make in high school should be the strongest bonds you will ever have. Study hard, volunteer, dream of you career, but most of all, have fun, these truly are the best times of your life!

Choosing the right college is one of the most important decisions a student and his/her parents will ever make. It can easily be argued that college provides the most exciting, challenging, and life changing experiences a student will ever encounter. Finding the right college comes down to finding a match with the idea that the family already has in their minds about what type of university they want to choose the minute they step on the campus. Quite simply, it should be a place that the student should be able to easily call "home".

Research all of the colleges you think you would like to be at. See what they have to offer. Visit each one and after you've done all of this it should be an obvious choice.

There are so many colleges to choose from out there. Choosing the correct one can be difficult for both parents and students. My passions are theatre and singing. I love to perform. At the same time I like sports a lot. My brother and father had me watching football and basketball very often. So I realized that the University of Arkansas Main Campus was the school for me. I am involved in the choir there and I attend all of the sporting events. The fans and students have so much school spirit there. So to choose the correct school, one must match their own personality to an institution. Doing this will make the college experience better for a student because they will be in an environment of their choosing. Also, in order to make the most of the college experience, it is important to become or remain open minded. Many different types of people attend college. I have met people from Jamaica and even Russia at my school. It is best to keep the open mind, and to balance academics and social activities in order to make the most of college and to succeed.

Visit all types of campus'. You never know what type is right for you or your child, they may find that they enjoy the small-middle-of-nowhere calm rather than the booming, fast paced city University. Or one in between. Definitely listen to each others reviews and reactions to the colleges visited, they probably have valid points. When you do get into college, join clubs. They're the fastest, eastiest way to get involved and make friends. It doesnt really matte what type of group, really anything your interested in or that just sounds interesting is good. And if you dont like it, quit. there's no reason to be miserable and give up your time. It'll be hard at first, but you have to be outgoing, no matter your nature, or else the whole year or semester will be unbearable. Getting involved on campus is a great way to making the most of one's college experience. It was definitely the contributing factor that made it of broke it for me. And I'm returning this fall.

Don't worry too much about what school you go to because there are interesting teachers and students everywhere, so seek them out and don't be afraid to learn about things that you haven't interested you in the past. Be open minded and really think about what you are learning and how it affects the way you live.

Finding the right college is all about finding the place that you will be able to be yourself and express yourself in your own unique way. Dont choose a college based on its reputation or its student body size, choose a campus that will allow you to spread your wings and find yourself. Choose a campus that will support you not only academically, but socially as well and that is open to let you grow and learn openly with any social restrictions. Make the most of college by getting involved with everything you can, but yet be yourself. Dont be pressured to join a sorority/fraternity or to not join one. Dont be afraid to branch out. College is all about making friends for life and enjoying life. Go and out and find yourself.