Florida State University Top Questions

I wish I had known more about both the University and City bus systems. I did a lot of walking/biking that, looking back on things, was pretty unnecessary. Although once I found out that students can ride the city bus for free, I was able to explore a lot more cool places in Tallahassee, which has been really fun.

I wish I knew that grades are important. Professors expect a lot from the students and expect them to excel. I wish I was better prepared for the acadamic load of college, but my professors helped me.

College is much harder than high school so be prepared. Also that Pre-med is not the major for me.

Before coming to this school, I wish I would have known the amount of time I would be spending studying. Although I spent a lot of time studying in high school, it was a shock to know that I would spend many hours each day doing school work, and realize that that still might not be enough.

I wish I would have known how expensive it would be to live on my own and how saving/budgeting my money was going to be so important. The money aspect is one of the hardest things to deal with after moving out.

I wish I'd known how big it really was but that hasn't been a hidnerance to my education.

Before I came to Florida State University, I wish I knew more about my finances. College is stressful enough without having to worry about how you are going to pay that next bill. My advice would be, before you leave for college, sit down with your parents and, as hard as it may be, construct a financial plan with a budget. Find out what you can and cannot afford. Be reasonable and logical. Also, remember that you will want to have a little extra money on the side just in case you have an emergency.

One of the very few things I dislike about campus is the required meal plan in some of the residence halls. While it is incredibly convenient, the meal plans get quite expensive. Had I known the cost of the meal plans before I came to Florida State, I would planned my budget differently. While this isn't a big deal at all, it was still a surprise.

Where I can get involved in research in my college program.

One thing In general I wish I had known was how much free time college students have. There can be a lot of down time between classes. I wish I knew this simply because I would have chosen my schedule a bit differently for my first semester.