Jennifer
I would tell myself to only look at four year colleges they hold the most value in the real world. I would tell myself that it is ok to go further away from home to go to school. there may be more oppertunity. To keep in mind that although the school is not strong in the major you are considering do not rule it out you will end up changing your major and everything will work out fine. you don't have to follow in your sisters footstep you can be your own person and make you own decisions about were you want to go to school. Make sure you don't slack off you need to keep your grades higher so you will still be able to get into the college you are looking at.
Brittany
As a high school senior we are full of aspirations, hopes, and nerves ony envisioning the end product and place a blind side to all other variables that impact our journey.
I recommend mapping a pathway of study to examine universities that met my study goals, and financial resources. By comparing key university benefits one develops a top box selection of potential universities. Additional unviersities would have to surpass the top box for consideration.
The pathway would also have a projected course plan. This sets a schedule of success that allows for the new challenges of a college student. There are many responsibilities that you have to take on from paying the bills, to setting up computer networks it?s not just limited to succeeding in class. Don?t take a heavy initial load allow time to know your strengths/weaknesses and set your own limitations as a student. Finally, give yourself time for relaxation and stress management.
Keep an open mind and examine all the options. Move towards the university that best suits your financial means despite any grandiose aspirations. Take advantage of the free education available at the local level to acquire base credits that easily transfer.
Leian
Don't let your boyfriend or friends intimidate you into going to a school you don't want to attend. Do what YOU want to do...it's your life, live it how you want to.
Crystal
I would tell myself to study harder and not go for the science degree and just go automatically for the CJ degree. I would also tell myself to apply for a lot more financial aid and make finance plans for the future. I would also tell myself to not debate about joining a sorority and just do it.
Beth
If I could go back and talk to myself as a High School Student I would tell myself that the worse thing I ever do is to drop out of highschool and advise myself not to.
Sarah
Make sure you visit the campus and ask a ton of questions. Try to talk to students already attending that will not give you bias opinions.
Rikkilee
Look at every college you can possibly look at, and apply to every college you can possibly apply. Go and see the college, the book alone is not nearly enough.
Calley
Find a college that fits your needs in every aspect possible.
Marcel
Everyone should find a way to go to college even if they don't know what they are going to study. More education and experience can help you better yourself as well as the rest of the world. You should prefer to go to a place you've never been before to help make you a more well rounded and happy person. Engage in things you've never done before with people you're not used to. It might be just what you were looking for and as far as the cost; I think that in this case the benefit out ways the cost. If you're going to have to pay bills the rest of your life anyway at least be happy while you're doing it.
Kylie
First and foremost, the right college has the program that interests you. It does not have to be the most highly respected in that certain field, but try to find one that is above average or a strenght of the institution. Next, figure out the type of setting in which you are comfortable. Not everyone enjoys life in a big city; the same goes for life far from the city. Finally, look at your financial situation. If you and/or your parents cannot afford the tuition and living expenses, think about your career prospects before accepting financial aid. Some careers have higher starting salaries and that should be taken into consideration. As for making the most of the college experience, RELAX! Yes, you need to study. Yes, you need to work hard. But this can be accomplished at the same time as a flourishing social life. Take this time to meet different people and try new things. You probably will not like all the new things and certainly all the new people, but some will stay with you for life. Just remember, your life does not hinge on one test, one class, or even one semester.