University of North Texas Top Questions

Study very hard. Take a math class this year no matter how hard it may seem.

You have only lived for a fraction of time. Invest the rest of your life in something you are passionate about. Don't waste time on working at a dead end job, fighting with your parents, or dating. These things will not make you happy in the long run. Paint your picture and then live it!

Mike, you need to really focus here, work hard and make sure to take as many A.P. courses as possible. Start deciding what you want to do in life. If you know what you want to do before going in to college it will help you to not waste your own time and money trying to figure out what you want to do. Don't fall into the trap of drugs, alcohol and spending too much time with friends and not enough time on your studies. But don't be shy in college, you'll need friends to help you through. This year is very important and so are the next four. They are arguably the most important four years of your life. And, once your done, you'll look back and be extremely happy you got it done, worked hard and committed yourself to doing well. Make sure to stay focused and don't give up. Your attitude is the hinge to your success; so don't get frustrated when it gets tough, because it will. Happiness is not a state to arrive at but rather a means to travel by. And, always be passionate in everything!

If I could go back to my senior year, I would make some different decisions. I thought that going away was the thing to do, and that everyone was doing it. Come to find out, I really hated being away. I let people influence my decisions on where to go to school that I wish I had not listened to. Funny that I would find myself at the school I said I would never go to. I would have reminded myself, like I would remind seniors today, to follow your heart, and your gut feeling. You do not have to do when your friends are doing, and it is okay to stay closer to home. I would remind myself that everyone is different, and all that matters is that I am happy and proud of myself. It is difficult to succedd in a place where you are not comfortable. Follow your gut feeling, work hard, and do what you think is right. If you do that, then there is no room for unhappiness and failure. All that matters in the end of college, no matter where you go, is that piece of paper, and the knowledge you have gained.

Learn how to study --everyone learns in a different way, and in college, your teachers don't spoon feed you the information you'll need to know for the exams. Start planning early ---figure out what you want to do, what you want to major in, apply for college admission and financial aid early. Don't make decisions based on your friend/boyfriend ---Remember this is your investment, your education and your life. Make the choices that are best for you.

I would have told myself not to take a semester off, it would put me too far behind. I would have also told my self to obtain better study habits now and not to let myself be so shy.

Don't slack off. Take math classes your high school year so you will not forget how to do simple math. Take a foreign lanauage. Keep your GPA up like as a 3.0(out of a 4.0 scale).

Well I was never a high school senior, I graduated a year early, but if I went back and talked to myself my junior year, I would just let myself know, college classes are NOT high school, you are not going to work for what you want and be prepared for that, do not let anyone hold you back, do not feel bad because you don?t party and instead stayed home to study. Do what feels right, your life is in your hands, you make it what it is, and NO ONE can stop you. You are smart, and if you try you can do anything that you want. All you have to do is believe in yourself, you will succeed, and you will prove every wrong. Let your family be your rock, no matter the distance they will always be there, and they will always have faith in you. When you feel like you are alone and have no one else, you have yourself, and when you learn that, that will be enough and everything will fall perfectly into place.

Being able to go to college is an awesome opportunity that should not be taken for granted. It is fun and you get to meet new people of all cultures and learn interesting things. The most important part of college is the education you receive. It is so important to stay focused and study study study. Utilize the resources the school offers you, after all you're paying for them right? Don't be afraid to ask questions, because it only makes you smarter. If you're unsure about something and don't ask a question, then you'll never know how to find the answer. Get involved with on-campus activities and clubs. These groups and events are not only fun, but are important to put on your resume` when applying for a job. Employers want to see that you were able to balance school and you social life well. Also, get involved in the community and give back to others. Whether it's picking up trash around campus or volunteering at a food bank. Every little bit helps and you'll feel good about yourself. Remember work hard play hard and it'll all payoff. Good Luck!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself how hard paying for college is and that I need to start looking for scholarships EARLY! Its really hard when you are the first generation student to go to college and try to make something of herself. I want to be a great teacher one day and show my knowledge that I have gained in college. It really hard to keep going at your dream when you know you might not be able to take an extra class because of your money situation. I know I have it in me to accomplish my dreams all I need now is financial support to help me. I would tell myself in high school that college is not all fun and games all the time. I love UNT and what they have done for me but I am very unhappy that I don't get as much financial support that other people get, that I see can afford college and are not struggling. That is what I would tel myself if I could go back in time.

If I could give myself advice when I was a high school senior, I would say to double check my first choice of both degree and college choice. I would push myself to apply to more colleges than the one I did, limiting my options severely and I went in with uncertainity into the major I chose, unsure if that was what I really desired. I would remind myself that I need to choose something I enjoy, not make my choice based on what would make my parents most proud. I cannot base my drive on what will please them but does not have my intrigue.

I would have told myself, "Chase, you have got to focus on what you love and not party so much. You are an artist, and UNT is full of them. It's very competitive, man. Get your head in the game."

Tasha, you have potential to do anything you want to do! Find what you love and are truly passionate about! You're going to make some amazing friends who have found their passion, but don't become distraught when you meet them. They are an example for you and they will be your encouragement to finding what you love. And mom is always behind you! She's always so proud of you and always pushing you to try and do your best. Take that advice! She's a wise woman who is very successful herself. You're also going to miss her a ton when you're at UNT so get ready for that. Four hours is just too long of a drive to see her every weekend so just really soak up all the time you have with her before you get here. Always try to soak up as much of life as you can! Live everyday knowing that you'll never get it back and look toward the future knowing that you will make a difference. You're going to be fine. Just keep up the hard work! You'll also still be 5 ft in 3 years.

In all honesty the college life hasn't been that big of a change for me. Yes it's hard being away from your family but other then that it's more like a great adventure. I think two things I would have atleast told myself is to stay focused more and to follow my intuition. College all in all is a big part of ones life cycle. It's a time where you find out who you really are, where you want to go in life, and truely what you're capable of. I love and cherish this time in my life because in experiencing the college atmosphere I have most deffinately made some life long friends, realized some things about myself that I didn't realize were there, and have learned to truely follow my dreams and never give up. I'm doing my best to strive for all that I can be and also learning to stop and smell the flowers and enjoy life for what it is.

Look at your interests. You need to find a degree that would be fun to you, and yet get a good job. Don't waste four to six years of your life on subject that you will hate using. Take a break between highschool and college, but keep in mind if you live on campus, the ages of those around you will be young. Don't wait to long.

I would tell myself that life goes by fast and that now (as a high school senior) is the time to start worrying about the future education and success. I would also tell myself that high school is a great and unforgettable experience that will never come back and that I need to enjoy my school, teachers, and friends as much as I can because I don't really know what the future has prepared for me and I might not see them again. College is a huge transition that makes you realize how tiny you are in front of the world and how hard you have to work in order to succeed and make a good living. At this point of my life, and knowing what I know, the most important advice I could give a high school senior is that its never too late to apply for college, education should not be put aside! The funds will come from somewhere but hope can never be lost, or else, the chances of success would decrease dramatically. Enjoy life! And be thankful for everything you have been blessed with.

The advice I would to myself as a high school senior as a college student is that "You can catch more flies with honey than you can with vinegar." Meaning that if you treat people nice and be respectful, appreciative and considerate then you'll definitely get that back from others. It really helps. Also, procrastination is a bad thing, it will make you ill. So be on top on things. And also, know what you exactly want in life and research and learn about your passion, like with me, I'm want to be a cinematographer and so I'm reading books about it. So learn about yourself and your career so you know what to do in life. And lastly, be dedicated and committed to your passion.

I would have enrolled in college as soon as I graduated high school. Even though I am happy with the University I chose, I would have taken time early in my senior year of high school to look at different University's and college's. I wouldn't change anything else though. I love the University I am enrolled at. The staff and my classmates are nice, helpful people.

Put your school work ahead of all the org., teams, parties, social events. The main focus of attending college is to better educate yourself and to become successful in the world. Don't procrastinate and put the important things off until later because it will never get done. It is ok to enjoy the college life and it's atmopshere but don't let it overtake you. Keep your main objective in the fore front of your mind.

I would like to go back and ell myself about collages. What kinds there are, the easy and the hard. What good to get into and whats not worth it. How important education is and that there is a good career in store for me.