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I would tell myself to do my best and not get upset when I do not get all A's. Sometimes we have to settle for a B or C on an assignment and realize that I can always do better on the next test. Also, you need to ask for help or assistance before you get behind in yourstudies. The only stupid question is one not asked, so do not feel ashamed to ask for help when you don't understand something. The other advice I would give myself is that all the time you put in studying and preparing for college classes is like putting money in a savings or retirement account for your future. You can't go back and say I wish I would have applied mysely when I had the opportunity instead of socializing. College is a priviledge not a right we are entitled to, so do not let this opportunity slip by.

The advice that I would give myself would be to first off get at least fours on all the AP exams that I would be taking my senior year, so I would not have to re-take those classes in college. Second, I would tell myself that everyone during the first week of college feels just as lonely as I did and to not cling to the other Hawai'i people just because they are familiar with 'home'. Also, I would tell myself that the amount of hours I think I should spend studying my freshmen year should really be multiplied by two. In highschool it was easy to get A's, here in college, not so much. Lastly, the sole purpose for being in college is to get ahead and to get ahead you need to do really well in you studies. I would tell myself to not worry about meeting a bunch of people at parties but to worry more about meeting people who aren't at parties, because they are the ones that will make great study buddies on weekends!

Apply to more places, and when accepted, take advantage of the free stuff colleges give to their students. plus, eat more spaghettio's

College is way different than high school. The professors care more and more is expected from you. Always study for exams at least 2 weeks in advance and always start on your papers the day you get them; they are much harder than the ones in high school. Ask for help when you need it because it is always avaliable. I would recommend going to the writing center to get help on your papers. The math center is also avaliable so use it wisely. It is important to take lots of notes and ask questions when something is unclear. Start college easy but taking only 15 credits so that you can get used to the professors and used to college life. Participate in clubs because they are a good way to get involved.

The first piece of advice that I would give myself would be not to take as hard of classes that I did my senior year. G.P.A is more important to colleges than the actually classes that I take. I also may have gotten more money and scholarships with a better G.P.A. The next thing would be to apply to the university with a different major. I would have started as a nursing major rather than my pre-physical therapy major. This is because I would have been able to start out the school year as a nursing major and not fall behind on the major. I also would have realized that college is not an easy ride. Many people say that college is easier and these are students who go to public colleges. I would have also promise myself that I would never live at home even though it saves me money. It took away from my experience.

If I could give the other me advice about the college life I would tell him third things. First, go where you want to go! Not where your parents or anyone else wants you to go. Second, when school begins the first thing you should do is get ahead! College life is twice as hard as highschool. And Third, be active in both studys and school activities. This will give you an awesome college experience.

When trying to chose which college to pick and where you want to go in live be true to yourself. Visit the schools you are considering and always find a match to your needs and interests. College is the time to experiment and find out what you want from life but you should not abandon yourself to do this. By picking a school that works with your needs then this will allow you to develope into the best person that you can be. While making the transition to college it is important to try out new things, ideas and experiences in order to learn about the world as well as your self. The most important thing is to branch out and accept new ideas, experiences and ways of learning.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a highschool senior I would tell myself to not pick a university to attend just because my best friend was going there. I would tell myself that the school needs to be the perfect fit for you and your needs. Otherwise, you just end up unhappy where you are. I would also tell myself to get involved in more school activites if there is a chance to do so. Being involved in these activities help people to become less shy around new people, which students are when they first go to college. These activities will also set you apart from other students applying at the same school. Lastly, I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships and grants as possible. It's not fun paying for college and finding out you owe more than you can afford and have to take out a loan. Any extra income is a blessing and you should take it thankfully. I know I could have tried harder to get scholarships when I was a senior, but I didn't. Now, I'm kicking myself for not. Thank you.

Don't procrastinate. Try to live at home so you don't have to work/save up money now so you don't have to work as much later. Study as much as you can in classes now because it will make future classes easier.

I would just say to make sure that the colleges being decided on are truly a good match for the student's personality. If the student chooses one that is not a good match, the chances for unhappiness are very high. It is not pleasant to be away from home in a place that makes you miserable while you are trying to get a good education. Choosing the right school for each particular student is crucial; a good environment will allow the student to thrive. If this can be achieved, college is one of the most wonderful experiences there is. The student here will be more likely to enjoy extracurriculars and studying, talking with professors, and socializing. My main piece of advice - do your research and make campus visits. Do everything in your power to make sure that you choose the best college for you. Don't miss out on the wonderful experiences that college can bring. Remember to take into consideration personality. Do you want to stay close? Those things, though they may not seem to during the college search, really do matter.

The first thing I would advise to prospective students and their parents is to visit as many school as they can. There are many factors to selecting the right school including academics, sports, size, etc. However, I found the most influential factor for me when selecting the right school was not a statistic or course, it was a feeling of belonging on campus. The school I chose did not have the exact degree I wanted and did not fit most of my general desires. But when I went to visit the campus, I felt at home. And each time I came back to visit, I began to belong more and more to the community, meeting new people and learning more. So the best advice I can give is to look for schools with the intended degree and desired location, size, etc. But visit many, and go back to the places you enjoyed the most. Make sure you feel at home because the next few years will be most likely the toughest and deepest. You'll have enough to deal with, so make the place you live, thrive, and learn a place that fits you as a student and individual.

Going back to what I said previously. Be open minded and have a payment back up plan. Get involved in all the activities possible and give 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} to your academics and then social life.

It is very important to take your time while picking out the right school. There are so many different choices, which can make the decision difficult. The first aspect that a parent or student should look for in a school is a good program in the students desired major. This means researching the professors, their research, the size of the department, their facilities, and reputation. The second aspect is the location of the school. For the majority of people this would be the first thing to consider, but the quality of the education is the most important. If one doesn?t want to live on the east coast, then one can rule out all of those schools. Many students want to stay close to home, but moving away provides them a chance to grow and become more independent. The third and final aspect is financing the education. This is very important because without money, one is unable to attend any school. Every college student/parent should fill out the FASFA, look for all available scholarships, and finally take out loans if there is no other choice. Before making any final decision the parents and student should visit the school.

Visit the campus' of prospective schools, you really get a good feeling for the atmosphere and community. Students should know that there's a light at the end of the tunnel and that they'll look back and appreciate all the hard work they were put through. The best thing to do is stay involved in the community and make friends.

VISIT the school. Sit in on a class. Talk to students. You'll never know what a college is really like unless you go experience for yourself. That way you'll be sure you feel comfortable there and can succeed. If you're not happy you're not going to apply yourself to your schooling.

Visit them! And if you're interested apply! You'll know which school is right for you as soon as you step on campus (yes I'm sure you've heard it, but it really is true).

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Look at Studying Abroad opportunities as well as job placement with a down turn market.

Definitely visit the campus before deciding which school to attend so that you can get a feel for the atmosphere of the school. It also would be a good idea to sit in on a class so that you could get an idea of how big the class sizes are and what a typical class might be like.

go where you feel most comfortable, and think you will fit in the best. send packages because that makes the student feel happy and loved