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I would tell myself to just be myself and go for it. People will love you and you will make great friends. Don't hold back and make sure you stick to your values, don't let anyone change who you are.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would do it in a heartbeat, but I would only have two things to say. I would tell my highschool self to learn how to drive sooner, so that I could get an afterschool job in order to save up money. I would also tell myself that I need to try my darnest to get my ACT scores up to a thirty at the least. Coming here to the University of Evansville has been everything I've wanted in a college experience and more. It's opened up doors for me and it has encouraged me to be the person who I was afraid to be at home. This school has also challenged me educationally, and leadership-wise. I would tell my highschool self those two things because I have everything at this school but the money I need to keep attending it, and if I had just done those things then, I wouldn't have to be so stressed out searching everywhere for scholarships.

The advice that I would give myself would be to just go for it. When I was in high school I did not want to make the wrong decision about the college that I was going to choose to go to. My mother was worried about money and that was why i decided to go to a community college before attending a university. This may be good for some people, but I feel like it would have been easier for me to transition if I had just gone for it and went off to college like I really wanted to do. The reason why I say this is because I would have been able to meet more people and become closer to my fellow students because I would have entered the univeristy as a freshman just as they did.

I would go back in time and tell myself to get my act together. When I first came to college, I did not study for exams and I went out a lot. I would describe some of my stories and things that I have done over the following years. Most importantly I would tell myself not to worry. College is not as scary as some people think. It is like the next step from high school where you get a better glimpse of the real world. Yet, you have the security of new friends (that are somehow closer to family) that keep you sane and make sure you enjoy every bit of life that is thrown at you. College is when you learn who you are and who you are going to become. You realize what's important and who never really measured up to be in your life. If I could go back, I would save the best for last. I would tell myself to most importantly have fun! Don't stress about the horrible week that you have coming up, take one night just to relax with friends or go out. Take life day by day and live!

I would tell incoming students to first visit the campus. Campus visitation allows the student to get the feel of the college atmosphere and if it feels like a fit. Next, while deciding between the final two or three colleges, make pros and cons lists. Have a good idea about what you want in a school; see if the school has the major or several majors that interest the student, think about what size college appears admirable, and whether the student is interested in a school that is renowned for education or partying. Once arriving on campus, get involved in what interests the new student. Although academics is held high, try not to become someone who only studies. Balance time between studying, meeting people, and having fun. Also, networking is extremely important; do not cling to high school friends. Put yourself out there and make as many new friends as possible! College is considered a student's best years, so make the most of it. Enjoy all the different aspects of college, but don't enjoy them too much to where academics gets pushed to the bottom of the list. Keep in mind, the first priority is school!

Don't go for the schools that are the most well-known. Sometimes the smaller schools can be the perfect fit.

Join groups or clubs that you wouldn't usually join. Get involved in everything your schedule allows. Never waste a moment, and enjoy life.

look for a college that offers the most diversity in the field in which you want to learn more about

Go visit all the schools you apply to, don't make any decision with out visiting all the schools. Honestly look at prices of tuition and the amount of financial aid that the school is offereing. Many times the amount will increase as you continue through your education. Make sure that the school you are inerested in has groups and organizations that interest you, it is very important to find places to get invovled with on campus. Once you have decided on a college and you have begun your freshman year, make sure you make an effort to go to many different activities. College can be the best time of your life but if you do not make an effort to find those friends and organizations to get invovle in you will be left in your room. College wont seek you out to meet you, as a freshman or a new student you need to go out and meet the people to make the most of the college experience.

Go to a school that moves you. I thought about Evansville but was hesitant because I had another school in mind. Then, I went to their annual Road Trip event and made friends I still have today. When I saw the campus through my eyes and not my mothers, I was sold. This is a decision that will affect the rest of your life. You need to be the one making it.

Of course you need to be sure the college you choose has the academic major(s)/courses and/or sport(s) that you intend to pursue. Beyond that simple qualifier, the most important thing to look for in a school is comfort. You need to find a school where you can be as independent as you want to be; you also need to be able to be as dependent as you want to be. You need to be sure to find a school where you can communicate with old friends and where you can make new friends. You need to be able to get work done at your school, but you also need to be able to relax and have fun. Of the schools where you feel comfortable that have your major(s), your courses, and your sport(s), you can't go wrong. Once you've narrowed down this far, my advice is to choose the one that will cost you the least amount of money.

First and foremost, students and their parents have to prioritize their needs and wants. Not all colleges offer the same benefits, obviously, but after weighing what each potential college has to offer, one can better have an idea as to the right match. What is the student's desired major? This is also a huge factor in deciding which university to attend; is the program at the school high-quality and does it offer opportunities in research and internships? Academia comes first, so you want one that offers a variety of benefits, a low student-to-teacher ratio, and a plethora of scholarships to help ease the financial stresses that always come with attending college. The main point is to weigh the benefits of each college in order to find the best fit for the student and his/her parents.

Deciding a college to attend can be very confusing and difficult. When searching for a college keep your options open. You may decide to change your major after you have begun school. Pick two or three different majors and then looks for schools that specialize in those majors. Look for a strong academic institution because in the end the reputation of the school will help you in your job search more than the quality of the recidence halls or the activities of the greek life. If you are unsure of a major, look for a solid liberal arts school, because this will give you the most rounded education and also give you the most options in finding a major and ultimately a career that you enjoy and can thrive in. Once in college remember that academics are important, but so is the experience of college. Do not worry only about your grades, make sure you leave time for friends and a social life. Make responsible choices, but also have fun along the way. Always remember that you are spending a lot of money to be in this institution so you should not waste it.

The best way to attain a feel for how the college really is, is to visit the university and talk extensively to current students who will be completely and totally honest.

Visit, visit, visit - and sit in on classes.

College is about finding the path in life that fits best with who you are. I didn't know what I wanted to do when I entered college and it took me three semesters to figure it out. I considered several different majors, all having aspects that I really enjoyed learning about. However, it wasn't until I sat down and talked things through with a career counselor that I began to really understand what would work best with me. Now, I've taken charge of my college career. I am solid in my choice of major and how to get where I want to go. I know the experiences that I need not just for my benefit but also for my future job. I am very secure in what I am doing and where I am going. I think the key to all of this is to not be afraid of not knowing what you want to do. Don't be afraid to make the journey that college offers! There's so much to learn and enjoy and experience; don't hold yourself back.

Make sure to schedule a private tour- open houses often are 'show'. Private tours give more of a personalized feel for the campus.

Parents: Step back. Allow your students to make this decision on their own. If you must, suggest a variety of schools within a reasonable price range. Money is the only determinant you should be concerned with in this process, other than encouraging your students to do this alone. Students: Choose a college that will challenge you and make you feel slightly uncomfortable, whether this means being away from home and familiar people, learning to live with a roommate, or learning to coincide with people of different races and religions. Search deep within yourself to see what your you would be able to handle because you don't want to make yourself so uncomfortable that you hate your decision. Once at college, get involved in something?Greek Life, Religious Life, a volunteer organization, intramurals?anything. Talk to your professors, cooks/servers in the cafeteria, and maintenance men. The people will make or break your experience. Even if the first days or weeks are tough, hang in there. Push through any immediate discomforts and hesitations. Make the most of it. Everything will improve if you maintain a positive attitude. My mother always says, ?Faith it until you make it.?

Make sure to visit and go by how you feel, not what the name of the school is, this is what helped lead me to where I am the happiest I have every been in my whole life!

Colleges have their own personalities and so do students. You should try to find a college which has a personality that compliments the student's own personality. Not a match, but a compliment. You will thrive, not in world that is catered to your weaknesses, but rather in a world that will push you past your weaknesses. Gool Luck.