Indian River State College Top Questions

What should every freshman at Indian River State College know before they start?

Elizabeth

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school self, I would let her know that things will get better. I would tell myself not to give up. No matter how much pain or suffering I may be feeling, things will get better. Don't give up.

Jill

I would tell myself not to be so timid and scared. People are as nice to you as you are to them. Everyone is friendly and generous, so whenever you need a scantron or need a cup of coffee, one of your peers will help you out.

Kristen

If I could go back, I would tell myself that I need to focus harder on my coursework. I would make sure I knew that iIt's not as easy as in high school. I would also tell myself that I needed to register for classes as soon as possible, because the good classes with the best teachers are the ones that fill up first.

Patricia

put the energy you have for boys and family into your future your education and building a life for yourself.

Kohl

Do not stay local under any circumstances. Do not be afraid of the financial or emotional burden that moving away for school will bring. Don't let fear of failure stop you. If you're not afraid of failing at something, it isn't worth achieving in the first place. Go out and live; you only be more disappointed with living the same routine.

Marie Marcelle

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to choose a college because my best friend is attending it, but pick one that offers a wild range of learning experience oriented in a safe environment. I would also tell myself to go to a college that offers a job placement program to facilitate a job upon graduation. I would tell myself as well to apply for as many scholarships as I can to stay away from student loans and, if I have to take loan anyway, take exactly what I need to pay for tuition and books in order to get out of debt easily. That would help me find some money to support my three children and my family as my big worry is how I am going to pay back my students loans.

Kirk

It's not as hard as everyone says it is, and that AP Calculus class won't get you credit, but it was good to take all the same.

Paige

If I were able to go back in time and give my senior self advice, I would first and foremost have encouraged myself to be more active in looking for scholarships or grants to help myself through college. It is so difficult while you are in college to find the time to search and apply for scholarships and grants. It is even more difficult to find the time while working a part-time job; trying to balance life, work, homework, and personal time is very tedious. Additionally, I would tell myself to not worry so much about which group of people I am associated with and who I'm dating. In the grand scheme of things, you will not stay in touch with many of the people you try so hard to fit in with. In summation, focus on your future and on yourself first and foremost, and everything else will fall into place when the time is right.

Julie

Figure out what kind of field you like as early as possible and pursue this field. You will never fail at something that you have a genuine passion for. Apply for college scholarships while you are in high school because there are a lot of opportunities and people willing to help you (no matter who you are or what kind of grades you have).

Felicia

If I went back in time when I was still in highschool knowing what I know now about college I'd advise myself just how affordable college can be. Apply for Fasfa as early as you can. The sooner you do it the better the chance you'll obtain extra financial aid toward college expenses. Always stay organized. Without organization there's a good chance your grades will be affected. Go to bed early everynight on time and always show up to class 10 to 15 minutes early so that you're fully prepared and not unorganized.