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I would advise myself to be completly open to changes and the new experiences I will face. I came into college thinking that I would continue my old high school habits and attitudes towards life and I completly changed them. I would have wanted to be more open in the beginning so I could of had an easier time adjusting.

You can't get by how you did in high school. You have to do the school work and pay attention every day or you won't get out of it what you need to.

I would tell myself to look into the requirements for the graduate program I want sooner so I wouldn't be wondering if I'll have to stay an extra semester.

As a college student, I have become an academic perfectionist. I whole-heartedly dedicate myself to my school work because I am so passionate about what I am pursuing, a carrier in nurse practitioning. My college GPA shows that this subject is where I find myself. I believe most college students would say that they would tell their old selves to stay focused, work hard, and prepare for the work ahead of them. However, I would probably tell myself to explore the scholarly peaks of academia that I?ve never thought I was intelligent enough to reach. I would tell myself that, with discipline, I am ?smarter? than I think I am, and can do more than I thought I could. I would make sure my old self knew to take advantage of higher education because it is such an amazing privilege. To coast through college with a goal of mediocrity is cheating yourself and the world of the change they need.

Looking back, I would be more ample to guide myself as a senior in high school. I would of screamed, "Hey! Get off that library couch and get to work, it's gonna be even harder in college if you get out of the groove now." I would inform myself to step out of the box and maybe meet some new people in Louisville in order to build some relationships before I suddenly jumped into an unfamiliar place. I'd make sure to let high school senior me explore more areas of life in order to get a better feel for what possibilities could come with the rest of my life. I would of prompted myself to quit the procrastinating right then and there as well, it's a pesky little mannerism that should be dealt with before being introduced to college papers (especially ones 12 pages in length). But most of all, I would tell busy, senioritis me to just relax. Enjoy life and the experiances you are having everyday. College is a big step but one that will be worth every bump and crack along the way!

I would tell myself not to rush into the decision and don't base it on other people. Think about what you want and the school that will be the best fit for you. Visit many schools and then decide. when you get there, don't be shy. Get involved right away and you will find the group you fit with. You just have to put yourself out ther, because if you don't, you will regret it later.

Do everything you can, this is your last year without real responsibility and without the weight of your entire future resting on your shoulders. Apply to IU and Purdue. But mostly, know that everything will be fine, as long as you study. Be careful, your second semester is hard! Study harder!

Get involved in volunteer activities! And don't just do it because it looks good on a resume. Do it because you genuinely have a desire to help those in need. Helping others who are less fortunate will expand your intellect by making you understand many of the social forces that cause some people to be worse off than others. Particularly in working with the homeless. Since you already know you want to study social sciences, this will give you a direct application to supplement your classroom learning as well as serve as a constant reminder of how fortunate you are. Also get to know your professors as human beings. Even though your high school teachers may paint these individuals as stern and unforgiving disciplinarians; the reality is that these people are just that, people. They have a wealth of experience in their fields and are more than happy to help you so don't be afraid to ask. Not to mention, professors serve as excellent references for jobs and advanced study programs. If you work hard for them and treat them with basic human dignity, they will be there for you.

First, I would tell myself to shut up and listen because that's what I needed most back then. Then, I would tell myself to stop being afraid to follow my heart. When I was in High School I always stopped myself from doing all that I could do because I was afraid of failing. If I could go back in time I would pull a Thomas the Train Engine and tell myself "you can do it, you can do it, you can do it!" I think that so many High School seniors need that encouragement. I would tell myself that it is ok to be afraid of what comes next but not to let that fear stop me from getting involved. I would also touch on learning time management because the time you had in High School to get everything done seems to disappear when you go to college. Lastly, I would tell myself to lighten up and have fun! College really is the time of your life so do not spend it stressing over the small stuff!

My advice to give any student or parent when looking for the right college is to look for a college that would best fit you and your standards. I always say that only you know whats best for you and by this I mean that you are the only person that can determine what happens to you and the kind of future that you hold. Whether you decide to go to a two year college or a 4 year university, a ivy league or a very populated school with lots of school spirit whatever your choice is make sure its really what you want to do and that its a place that you will want to be for that certain amount of time. Certainly after you make that choice of where you want to be you have to remember that while you r there you must make the most of your college experience. Get involved with your school and the community, try-out for a team, join clubs (make your own club), try meeting new people everyday, just take advantage of everything that the school offers and I guarantee you that your college experience will be awesome!!!!! p.s STUDY!!!!!!

In order to find a college that is best for you or your child you should think about what type of learning environment you prefer. Big universities are a good choice for people who like to be involved and can manage their time well. A lot of self-discipline is required to not drop the ball lat a university though. But if you like smaller classes and more faculty/student interaction a small university or private college is a good choice. Whatever you decide the best thing is to tour campuses and see what they have to offer. Think about what you want to do in life and see which colleges are going to do their best to help you get there. It's also good to find a comfortable place to be so that you can enjoy being there while you are getting the education you seek.

Find a school that fits them. Find a school that will give the best education and a school that will help them in their future career or will help them find a career that fits that particular students.

For the parents and students in search of finding the right college, here's some tips to help you out. Take your time, this is a big decision and even though it's inimidating and somewhat scary, it's also fun and new. Talk about options, make a list of pros and cons of each school because every aspect is important. Students, work your butt off in school and make good grades, but make sure you enjoy yourself because this is the time of your life. Parents, ease up on your kids, they're growing up and it's time to let them start doing things on their own but don't let go completely. Students, keep your parents close, they always know what's best for you. And most of all make sure you're happy with everything you do, because you'll never get tomorrow back.

Advice I would give is to make sure that the school offers eveyhing that you need to be successful in life. What i mean by that is don't just look for it because it has your major make sure it has the right tools like a help center for all subjucts because u might need help. Also programs for students that live on campus that you benefit from. Look at courses you know most colleges don't have so that you can have a advantage and not be the same!

Finding the right college may not be as important than finding out something about yourself. The college that one selects does aid in making friends and learning what you need for after college, however it is not as important as the following. It is in college that one learns how to deal with self-discipline. There is no one to make sure that one studies, nor is there anyone there who makes sure that you don't do anything that would end up as a regret. College is the place where one learns how to balance fun and work. In order to find the right college, I would suggest that students look for a place where they feel comfortable, but not only that but a place where they feel their personality fits. It's about learning how to handle situations and it's about learning patience and perseverence. I would also like to suggest that all schools have their flaws, but it helps to aid in learning how to deal with problems no matter the situation.

to find the right college you need to sit down and figure out what is really important to you. ask your self questions like are you close with your family? do you enjoy sporting events? are you a partier? and what kinds of people do you like to be around? also financially what can youa nd your family afford? will you need finacial aid? you need to make sure you go and visit the campus while students are in school so you get a feel for what it will be like for you if you decide to attend that school. look to see what types of courses they offer at the school and see if they intrest you and can further your goals you have set for your future. only you can know what school fits you best.

Do not worry about a college's prestige. There are very few careers that look at what college an applicant attended. The main thing to consider is whether you are going to be happy there for the next four years. There are so many college students that transfer, many more than once, because they are unhappy with the college that they chose, either because of the location or the campus life. If you are going away to college, make sure that you go with someone that you already know because making friends in that environment is difficult. If you throw homesickness on top of that, it makes being happy with your college even more difficult. You can get the same result at any institute of higher learning. But you can only be happy at one.

If I were to do it all over again I would definately focus more on the type of city and area I wanted to be in. I focused primarily on playing a sport and that swayed my decision more than academics or location. I would definitlely visit the campuses of all schools you or your child are interested in if at all possible. If moving far away from home I would recomend packing as little as possible and waiting to buy furnishing ect. in the city of your school. Definitely get involved in your school in one way or another. Participating in extracurricular activities is one of the best ways to meet people around school. It is really easy to caught up in going out every night and neglecting other responsibilities. Try to keep a balance between school, having a social life, and work or any other obligations. Time management is key in doing well in college. But most of all be open to new experiences and make the most out of your time in college because it goes by far too quickly.

I would say the best thing you can do when picking a college is look for a college that best suits your major, and visit before you accept.

Spend a couple days and hang out at night to see what the social life is like. It's about grades and quality of education but you also need to have fun in the process.