Arizona State University-Tempe Top Questions

I would start off by telling myself that social lifes are not everything. Don't pick your college by what you think will be the most fun or the "Coolest". Pick your college by where you feel you will learn the most and what feels like home to you--because pretty soon you won't be home. Cherish your friends and family because once you move away from them you will regret every last hurtful thing you might have said or done. However keep in mind friends are not always forever.. so pick yours wisely. Make sure you make friends of both sexes and do not lie or stretch the truth to try to make friends or fit in. In the end that will only get you the opposite of what you want. Most importantly, stay true to your faith and beliefs no matter what others think.

If I could give advice to my senior self, I would most definitely tell myself to both apply myself more and to have more fun. I feel like I just breezed through my high school experience without fully enjoying it or really preparing myself for college. I would recommend that my senior self become more involved socially and within the community, which is something I am trying to work on right now as well. I think that I would have been much better prepared for my college academic experience if I had taken more AP courses and set up and stuck to a study schedule instead of just winging it all the time. Lastly, I would tell myself to spend more time appreciating my family. I moved out of my parents' house as soon as I could and enrolled in summer school at ASU to get a head start which has been very beneficial to me, however I do miss my parents more than I had expected and I wish I was there to watch my younger brother grow up. My senior self could have been much more productive and prepared for my college experience!

I would say never give up even if the classes are difficult because there is a lot of resources around campus that can help me succeed. It is hard to live away from home but I have to be strong and tell myself that I'm going to make it through these four years. No one else is responsible for what I do or not do so I have to be disciplined and do my work on time and make my own decisions. Attending a university is a big deal especially when your away from home but I'll get used to it and it can be the best experience I've ever had.

Knowing what i know now, I would work more hours in high school and save more money. I would also have taken a few more dual credit classes. I would also register sooner so I would be able to get the classes that I needed for first semester. I would also think harder about the major I wanted and the specification to go with it.

Just be excited and write down everything you want to do when you go to college. It's easy to forget the initial mindset you have when you had just come to college. Write it down on a nice piece of paper and put it up on the wall so you can remind yourself everyday what you really want out of your life. Other than that, don't skip classes more than once. Remember. You're the one who's paying, not the school. So it's your loss if you don't commit yourself to school 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c}.

Take more classes that you are curious about just to learn.

I would tell myself to get into the habit of studying more and reading more. I have struggled with the amount of studying and reading (or lack there of). I would also have told myself to respect my mom more because now that I live on my own i know the struggles and what not of living on your own, paying the bills, keeping the house clean, etc, etc. Also working on the time managment studying instead of playing videogames!

The most important things to consider when choosing a college are the academic programs and the overall feel of the college. Students who know what they want to do should look at schools that have good programs for their intended majors. Those who are unsure may be better off attending a university that has a wide variety of programs to choose from. Another important aspect to think about is the atmosphere of the university. A large university may not be for everyone; some students are happier in a smaller environment. Ensuring that you are in a setting where you feel comfortable will help you thrive and get the most out of your college experience. Getting involved in things you are interested also makes the college experience more exciting and beneficial.

Look at all different kinds of schools all over the country. Theres a place/ school for everyone, dont stop till you find the right one.

Just go with the flow. Once you make your decision of where to go, stick with it. Do not transfer it's a waste of time and you can easily lose valuable credits. Some people think they will be happier at other schools, but really they will either be happy or unhappy wherever they end up.