Columbia College Chicago Top Questions

If I could tell myself anything it would be to be careful, cautious and responsible. Make sure financial aid is completely together before begining college so that you will not run the risk of having to leave a school you love because of the lack of funding.

Candace, Do noy get caught up in what you can't do but focus on what you can do and what you can learn to do. Life isn't about failing but learning how to recover from your failures. Keep your head up.

DO NOT GIVE UP!

If I could go back to my self in highschool, I would say don't just scrap by with the minimum and hope everything will work out. In highschool i always made good grades and did my work, but when it came time to apply to colleges i picked one and hope for the best. I got lucky and fortunately love my school but be sure to go and check out campuses and amke sure you want to spend money and be at this place for 4 years. Then I tried for a scholarships or two and decided I can always just get a student loan. Then it was almost time for me to go to school and I was still struggling to find the money because it turns out student loans are very hard to get. So my advice to present highschoool seniors is to apply to as many scholarships and grants as you can and when you think you have done enough keep applying. Do not just settle for a school and dont take student loans as a way out of work because they are hard to get because the economy and a hassel to pay off.

What I think high school seniors should know about college life is that they have to try their best and work hard in order to succeed at college. Listening effectively in class and studying hard really pays off when you get good grades. There is a lot of course work in college, but it's all for a reason that will benefit the learning experience as a whole. Stay positive and keep your chin up during the rough times, because in the end you'll feel great! College is a very fun time, and I also encourage seniors to participate in groups and reach out to new people because that will enhance the college experience. Take advantage of the programs your college has to offer because once you're out of college the facilities and student organizations may not be available. Attending college is a very important time in everyone's life, and the harder you work, the more you'll gain in the end! Don't be afraid, and always ask for help if you need it.

If i could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I do not think I would say much. What I would say is, "always look to God when you need strength and help. He is always there." I would say this to myself because there are times when I might get worried about certain situations but when i call on God and talk to Him I know there is nothing to worry about. Because everything will be taken care of if you believe and have faith in Him.

Everyone tells you that it is perfectly normal for you to not have decided on a major and people change majors all the time once in college. Well, they were right. You only had four years of select classes in which you have to decide on a career. The rest of your life is a long time. Take your time and make sure you pick a career that you can be happy with. Why rush the decision, college can be a fun time if you let it be. Enjoy the ride because life is too short not to enjoy every second of it.

As a high school senior, i was young, naive and in anticipation of a twenty-four/seven party school where I could learn a few new things about myself. As it turns out, I have learned a great deal more about myself by experiencing a very short party that ended when my first college final exams came. Things for me were not as easy as they were in high school, and I began being treated as an adult with responsibilities and consequences, which also meant working a part-time job. I was not sure what to expect; not knowing anyone who was a college graduate. However, as it turns out, I am pleased to have entered and continued my college career with an open mind and will to learn, change, and be suprised. If there were a way to go back in time and give myself advice for my college future, it would be to expect the unexpected, come to class prepared to learn and discuss, and to save my pennies.

I would tell myself to never give up on what I believe in. To always be aware of the other types of people, and to always have confidence in myself, because I am my hardest critique. Patience is a virtue, and will be very important with Interior Architecture and design.

I would of applied for scholarships then while i was in highschool. instead of just waiting around for something to come up. I should have looked into more colleges and check there intution out as well. the colleges that i was intended to apply for I didnt apply to and I had references and everything I really feel like I messd up. If I could go back to my senior year i would of also not hold anything back and did everything as soon as possible. I wish I can go back to when i was applying for highschool maybe i would of choosen a better school as well. It seems as if it is easy to get into College but its extremely hard to stay in because of money. pay attention to the deadlines and if you need help just ask.