Illinois State University Top Questions

What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

Lindsey

One thing that I wish I had know before i went to school was how to manage my time better. There is so much free time because unlike high school your classes are spaced out, and sometimes you will only have one class in a day. You will feel the urge to nap or watch tv, or even talk to friends but you need to realize homework and studying is your first priority.

Melinda

If you are not sure on your major, start out taking your gen-eds until you have a better feel for what you want to major in.

Bridget

I wish I would have have known where to live my first year on campus.

Jourdan

I wish I knew more study skills before attending college.

Emily

It is difficult to be an undeclared student and enter a major in the School of Music. The classes in the School of Music are sequenced, putting late major declarers one year behind. Although it is possibly to still finish the degree in four years, some opportunities are not as accessible as they would have been if a student was declared from the start.

Yelyse

I wish I would have known more people before I started school. In the begining, I didn't know that many people so I didn't participate in the activites the school was offering. I became more open as the school year progressed and now I attened various school functions and I can spot out the familiar faces

daniel

I wish that I had known where the good places to live were!

Nicholas

how expensive 4 years are.

Marissa

I wish I knew that right when college starts get to know people right way because sooner or later you'll be left out of groups and be left in your dorm alone. And make sure to get close with your roommate.

Manuel

I wish I would have known the importance of obtaining scholarships before entering college. I am currently financing my college with my bank loan, my financial aid, and my own income. This is still not enough to pay for college, and I am trying to apply for as many scholarships possible at the moment.