Oral Roberts University Top Questions

"Pay attention to all of the details in and out of class. Make sure you score well on your high school tests because that will determine your financial status in regards to payment towards your tuition. I know you want to live your life outside of a classroom for a while, so do so. However don't take years to make a decision because a decision will never be made. If you have a passion, chase it until you've earned it. College life is much more lenient than high school life so don't abuse it because it will reflect on your grades. The most important thing in your life is success. It's a reason to be proud of youself. So give yourself that much. The decisions you make in college will determine the rest of your social, and professional life, so utilize every opportunity, never doubt youself, and reach for any and every goal you wish to set for youself. They were made for you to achieve."

Figure out what you want to do with your life specifically. Then you can find scholarships particular to your major or career. Find those scholarships. Find other scholarships. Save as much money as you can and don't buy an expensive car or motorcycle or something stupid like that. Look at more than one or two colleges.

As a high school student, I made most of the right decisions to prepare for college life. I bought a planner and wrote down all the events and work I had to do during the week so I would not forget it. During club meetings, I made a point to try to practice my social skills and meeting new people. The only thing I would ever need more advice on would be the necessity to learn to manage money from a wiser adult. Perhaps, this would allow me to prepare better for the cost of college.

Hey Lilie, now that you're graduating, what are your plans for the future? - Oh, probably just start a program at a community college. Have you thought about transferring to some university? - Not really. I'd love to one day, though. Have you talked to an advisor who could help explain the differences between different degrees and programs and what you need to do to achieve them? If you want to get a Bachelor's degree, it would be good to take classes that you know will get transferred, so you don't waste time and money. Many colleges have special programs to ease this process. -Really. I should think about this and make more definite plans. Another thing I suggest is look into different scholarship opportunities that your school is offering. As a senior, this is the best time to apply for scholarships. Talk to some teachers who know you well, and ask them to write letters of recommendation. You already have a high GPA working in your favor. Don?t be discouraged when you don?t win some scholarship, just keep applying. Also, check out www.campusdiscovery.com. They sometimes have great scholarship opportunities. Well, good luck! -Thanks.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would definitely have some suggestions and advice about things that I did not forsee back then. First of all, I was someone who had the most difficult time choosing a major. Now there can be many reasons for this, but for me the problem was that I actually couldn't decide on what career I wanted to be in. This is not the situation for everyone, but based upon my experience in college, I would say when you are choosing a major, you are not necessarily choosing a career. Choose something that you like and that interests you, and you will find a career that you can use that in. Second, college life is what you make it. I came to school expecting that I would automatically fit in, have tons of friends, and life would be great. But, I quickly found out that things don't always fall into place like that. So, I would tell myself to make an effort, to reach out to others, and that hard work is the most valuable thing you can put into your college experience.

Well I would tell myself to be focused more on coursework. Especially in the general education classes, because it is very easy to slack off. Be careful in choosing a major, and make sure it's something that you love and will love in the future.

Find a balance in your schedule. Do not stress so much about getting into college that you forget or fail to enjoy yourself in high school. Be able to look back at high school and know that the activities you joined were ones that you wanted to and not just those that would look good on your college application. The way you leave high school is the way you will enter college. If you nurture negative feelings and thoughts about wanting to get away from high school, those will be brought with you into college. Keep an open mind and be prepared to try new things. Remember that especially with roommates. They are a practical source of information and support, especially if they are older than you. Do not worry about whether you will be best friends with your roommate. So long as you can coexist, the semester will go well. Please do not pursue a major because your parents or friends want you to. If you do not take pleasure in what you are studying, do not waste your time on it. Remember that college has an immeasurable impact on your future. Make sure you love it.

i would tell myself to have things in mind to do during your spare time. at college i have had tons of free time. i wish i had known that my eating scehdule would be so different. i wold tell myself to save money. money is very rare around here but needed often. dont spend needlessly. learn to study. it is very important that you know how to study ocne you get to college. you will spend a lot of time doing it. know how to listen and take notes. teachers dont always wait for you to cathc up like they did in high school. you need to be able to stay up with the professors pace. know that you will meet very different people. giver everyone a chance.

To stay in there no matter what it may seem like, its going to be great . Continue to study hard and when you need help do not be afraid to ask because this is their job to teach you and to help you suceed in the dream of your future.

Okay, self. You need to start saving money right now. Seriously, you're working now start saving money. When you get to college you are gonna wanna have fun and spend money, but you won't have a job. So save the money you make now. Also, don't get too used to Mom's delicious cooking, everything seems mediocre by comparison. Lower your expectations for meals and you'll be fine for college. Its not bad, Mom's just beats everybody. Oh, the whole age difference thing isn't really THAT big of a deal in college. I know I was too shocked and baffled. They just don't care about how old everyone is. Its really neat. You're gonna miss your family. Sorry. But don't worry absence makes the heart grow fonder. When you go back for break its weird because you're home but all your stuff is at college and your little sister is going to take over your room, but its okay. Overall, you're going to love love love college so don't stress or worry cuz its bomb diggity. Good luck!