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Do not waste time on excessive partying, if you want to make a higher salary per year and hold a position in a field you have dreamed of being in, the time for hard work is NOW here in college. You have the rest of your life to do the rest.

The advise that i would give to myself is to attend college right after graduation because it is so much easier to focus & concentrate then waiting some time & forgetting what you know.

As a high school senior, I would tell myself that when you are in college, you have to make your own decisions and decide what you want to do with your life. Big decisions must be made and many will determine the decisions you make in the future. College is no where near the same as high school and you cannot get by doing just the minimum. When you are in college, you must be focus and determined; there is no time for procrastination. College is the starting point where you realize that you are on your own, and you begin to get a sense of where you stand in the real world. When choosing a college, you have to look at all it has to offer and if they have the resources and support you need. College is where you form friendships that will last a life, as well as where you will find a potential partner you will share the rest of your life with; so make sure you are making the right decision.

I believe i was not prepared for college and all that it required from an eighteen year old. Educational advice would be expect at least three full days before a difficult test to start studying. Highschool tests are a joke compared to college exams. Also, inevitably, a week will occur where there will be three or more exams , projects or papers due. In this case, you must know what class is the most important to succeed in and put the most effort into, even if that means putting less time in another class. You must always put the classes for you major first, since they count for the most credit and are weighted more than electives and other classes. Definitely join a sorority, it is very important to have time for social activities in order to keep mental stability and it will add to your happiness. Decide on your future career as early as possible. This will give you time to plan and get the experience you need to be considered competive for the graduate school or job of your choice. The proper experience includes; join the right clubs , take the proper additional classes , and acquire an internship.

Being set on a specific major is great but it can also be troublesome. Make sure that the school you apply to not only has your major but that your major has been at that college for a while. Being someone that had terrible advisement my first 2 years of college, I know that it can set you back from graduating on time. You should try to intern where you want to work so you know just how badyly you want to do your job. It is not uncommon to change majors during or after your freshman year. Go into your classes knowing that college is a lot more difficult than high school and that you should see your workload before engaging in extra activities or picking the amount of hours you're working, however once you have everything worked out joining activities is a great way to meet new people that may even be in classes with you. Lastly, don't be afraid to go a little outside your comfort zone. Students I know that went to large colleges or ones far away are enjoying it the most.

I would tell myself to be patient and realize that everyone was feeling the same way that I felt. My first two weeks of school I was miserable because I missed my friends and home; I was eager to leave. However, once I got to talking to other students, I realized that we all had the same feelings and we bonded over it and became friends. Additionally, I would tell myself how important time management truly is to succeeding in college. It took my a couple of years to get the balance of getting good grades in classes and still managing to have a social life. I wish I had gotten a handle on it earlier on, so that I could have been less stressed. If you can manage your time and really focus on what needs to get done you can relax and enjoy college life a lot more.

I would start out with a hello and a handshake - it would be pretty thrilling to meet my past self! But we would have much to discuss. I would start by telling myself not to be afraid. The whole application process is stressful and scary, but it doesn't have to be. In the end, if a college rejects you, you probably aren't right for it - trust in their judgment. The college that feels natural to you is the right one to choose. I would tell myself not to be discouraged if I felt lonely in the beginning - this is a huge university, and there are plenty of friends to be had, but they are also harder to find in the crowd. I wish someone had told me all this when I was applying for school. Lastly, I would say to myself, "spend the $80 for your Brown application on shoes instead - you don't get accepted!"

Hello, Past Me, it's Future You. I need to tell you a few things about applying to your colleges. Fight your parents to apply to more than two colleges and don't apply anywhere for Theatre; only apply for academic subjects. You won't get into Syracuse. Tell your parents you don't want to be a Three Language Major, study what you want to study; declare History and Creative Writing. You will enjoy taking Ancient Greek and Latin far more than you enjoyed taking French and Japanese. Then, you will save yourself the headache of changing majors when your parents kick you out of your house and not have to be in school an extra year because you studied what THEY wanted and not what YOU wanted. Two years of your life will be saved, and you will most likely graduate on time with enough money to get an apartment and a job offer. You think your passion is foreign languages, but you only think that because it's what your parents told you; a Three Language Major is ludicrous. Don't do it. Do what you love - that's the only way you can truly be happy.

I have gotten more out of the year and a half that I have been at the University of Delaware than I ever would have imagined. In high school, I did not want to go to the University of Delaware because it is only five minutes from my house. I chose the University of Delaware because I knew that financially it would be the best decision to stay in-state and in my opinion, it is the best school in Delaware. Now, I don't regret my decision at all. I love everything at UD like the campus life, dining halls, and dorms. Living on campus, I am seperated from home but I can still see my family easily. Attending the University of Delaware has been valuable because I have met a lot of people that I now consider to be my best friends. I know I have already made a lot of friendships that will be life long. I also have learned things on a higher level than I ever did in high school which I know will be very helpful in the future. My experiences at UD are helping me transition into being a responsible adult.

I have learned that you should always keep and open mind in everything that you do. The people that you meet in college will definitely be there for you throughout your four years there and they are who you will leaven back on. It's important to surround yourselves with people who have the same goals as you do so that you can help to inspire and motivate each other. College life is what you make of it and if you go into it with the mindset that you will do well and have a succesful outcome, then you will. I've only been at Delaware for a year and half, but I know that it was the right choice to attend here and that it will help me to become an even better student and a better help to others everywhere.

The college experience for me solidified why it's so important for higher education. As a single parent it means an expanding horizon, providing greater opportunities for my son and bulding the confidence; exceeding my own expectations. Attending is mandatory if you are taking your education seriously. Working hard is part of the equation, but to succeed at anything in life, attendance is required. School attendance is valuable because the enriching atmosphere in class. You absorb everything an instructor has to offer. You gain feedback and you recognize and appreciate different points of views of your classmates.

My experience at the University of Delaware has enabled me to translate my interests and talents into a fulfilling career path. Entering UD, I chose to pursue a degree in Animal Science. However, the courses I took as part of the Animal Science curriculum did not completely engage my interest. During my sophomore year, I took an introductory course in nutrition. I absolutely loved it. I was fascinated by the universality of basic nutritional principles and their direct influence on the health and quality of life of all people. The material was challenging, but it captured my enthusiasm, and I easily understood it. The more I thought about it, the more nutrition seemed like the perfect profession for me – nutrition takes scientific research and principles and applies them to improve people’s health and quality of life. A job within the field of nutrition would utilize my strong background in science, captivate my interest, and allow me to have a positive influence on people’s lives. I decided to change majors and become a Registered Dietitian. If I had not attended UD, I may never have discovered this fascinating career path that perfectly combines both my talents and my interests.

My college experience at the University of Delaware has been nothing short of amazing. I went in as a psychology minor not sure what I wanted to do and now I'm a senior with a psychology minor, cognitive science major and concentration in speech-language pathology. Working in two labs at UD has given me great research experience and gave me opportunities to work with children with speech delays, learning disabilities and behavioral problems. Required observation hours of speech-language pathologists for courses also reinforced my desire to pursue a career in helping others with speech disorders. It is easy to get involved at this University. Joining a sorority and the National Student Speech-Language and Hearing Association has opened doors to a plethora of volunteer and leadership expereriences for me. It has also given me the opportunity to make a school filled with over 16,000 students feel like a school of 200 because you meet so many different people through getting involved in various activities held on campus. Finally, the University of Delaware has been valuble to attend because of the help of fellow students and professors who help you succeed academically.

My college experience so far has been eye opening. I am enjoying the classes that I am taking and learning a lot about the field of study that I will hopefully be working in upon graduation. The University doesn't hold back, they throw you right into the work that you will be expected of in that profession. The social experience has been rewarding as well. Dorms are very helpful in finding people that are alike you and the two girls that live next to me have become my closest friends here. The parties aren't to bad either, but one thing this school does know how to do is make you a student by day and a partier by night.

I grew up always hearing how I was going to attend college but I didn't know where or what I would get out of it. Now that I have completed half of my degree I have realized how much I have changed while in attendance. This experience has taught me how important it is to be confident and independent. These two and half years have not been a piece of cake but they have definitely been easier because I have proved to myself that I can make good decisions on my own without relying on others. This past semester alone I was able to successfully complete interviews and run for an executive position in an organization. If I had these opportunities pre-college I wouldn't have even attempted to complete them, due to the lack of confidence and how shy I was. Ultimately, college has taught me how to understand what I want and then most importantly that I can achieve it with perseverance. This is something that I can and intend to use in everything I do.

I've gotten many things out of my college experience thus far such as new friends, new opportunities, and a whole different outlook on life. Living on my own has taught me how to be responsible and manage my time well always balancing school work, laundry, and fun. This first semester has been great because my classes really showed me what it is that I want to continue to study and I look forward to the many more semesters I have ahead of me. Univeristy of Delaware has been very valuable because it taught me how to deal with things on my own and has many resources available for me such as a math help center and a writing help center.

I have learned that college is hard. It is one thing to get accepted - it is something different in its entirety to actually stay in college. To be able to pay for college is difficult- if you're not a whiz kid or offspring of wealthy/ high middle class parents, you are destined to sign up for shady loans and as for scholarships- well, first you have to qualify for the scholarship, then you have to actually answer all of the questions on and satisfy the terms of the application, and lastly your application has to stand out enough to win. Despite the constant stress of getting through college, with the not so good professors and the professors that actually give a damn, despite the bad food and the good food, college actually teaches you that there is a hurting world out there that is in desperate need of people who want to heal it- an increasingly ignorant/stupid/dumb America that is in need of an intellectual/smart/genius pick me up. College is a stage in life tht attempts to prepare me for the next stage- adulthood and im not sure if im ready for it.

I am very forunate to attend such a well-rounded, diverse and challenging school such as the University of Delaware. From my year and a half of attending this university, I have learned the importance of time management, stress management, and taking care of priorities before other tasks. The amount of work in each of my classes has taught me to organize my time in order to make sure all of my homework and projects get done before I arrive to class. This has also relected in my life outside of school. At work, time management has taught me to get the most important tasks done first, followed by things that are due at a later date. In addition to time management, living at the University of Delaware has taught me to be courteous of other peoples needs. Living with a roomate for the first time in my life has taught me to coexist with a new friend and to understand the needs and habits of a roomate. I have come to learn that people approach opportunities in different ways than I might expect. I can learn from other people's perspectives and take advice from others.

I have developed a partnership among my peers in my engineering classes. We can strive to create processes to benefit the world. It has been a treat to work with everyone at the school. Knowing that the professors will always be there to help you along the way is a sense fof relief. It is extremely valuable for my to attend my school because I know in the end, I will do well and become a successful engineer just like I have always dreamed.

I have gotten a wealth of knowledge and a world of experience from going to college. It is very valuable to me because my education will allow me to become financially independant as well as be able to support my family. It is giving me a sense of pride and accomplishment and boosting my self-esteem. I am getting skills that I only dreamed of in the past. My medical problems hindered my abilities but thanks to online classes at the local college, that has all changed, as my life has changed.