Rutgers University-New Brunswick Top Questions

College isn't really as scary as everyone makes it out to be. The most important things to keep in mind when starting college is to make sure you check that everything u need to enroll is submitted on time. Don't ever hesitate to call the college and ask any questions you may have. Staying on track and balancing time spent on studying and fun is very important. A lot of students find it difficult to stay on track with the studies and get lost in the social life. Although the basic classes you have as a freshman are usally big in size, it's always a good idea to introduce yourself to the professor, it really makes a difference. Planning your days in ahead really make it easier to get things done faster and on time. Overall, taking on all this responsibilty can be very stressful but your not alone. There are always people ready to help you when u need it, all u have to do is ask.

Always retain an open-mind, but know your limits-never put too much on your plate. Don't procrastinate-master time management. Organize priorities. Schedule self-time. Plan whatever you can ahead. Know your advisors. Never skip class.

The best advice is to choose my classes wisely so that I won?t waste time and money taking classes that are not related to my intended major. Another good advice is to attend a community college for the first two years; as they offer quality education with less than half the price being paid in a four-year college, smaller class sizes, and individualized attention from the professors, which is something that is almost impossible to get in a big name school.

College is about exploring and maturing. I will go through trials of struggles in finding myself. I will try out different majors until I find a major that I enjoy and can do well due to my passion. I will have chances to meet diverse personalities and find my niche for lifetime. I will have highly-educated professors, whom I can network with. There is no need to be shy or worried. Right now, I should prepare for college by taking some advanced-level courses. I should take these difficult courses so I can gain knowledge needed for the courses I will take next year. On the other hand, I should get AP credits transferred for the required courses necessary for my college graduation, which will save time for other important courses. In order to have a great and successful time at college, find balance between work and fun, learning and living. It is recommended that I practice as soon as possible but at the end, it?s worth it. Through time, as I will explore myself, I will soon realize that I am maturing and ready to put my feet out into the real world to make a difference.

I would tel myself to never sell yourself short, and live life. That in life we make good and bad decisions, and even if the decisions we make may be bad, learn from it and move on, to be the best that you can be. Also that it doesnt matter what school you go to, it all depends on what you make out of the school. Lastly, know people, so they can help you get your foot in the door!

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to apply to more schools, different ones. I would advise myself to look more into the programs that schools offered and not just the importance of the name. I would tell myself that Rutgers was a good choice, that I do well academically and it had opened up many experiences for me. I would tell myself not to be afraid going to school in the Fall, because it will be the best experience of my life. I would advise that younger person to explore a little bit more of the world around her. For a long time, I did not see many facets of Rutgers and am now just beginning how much it has to offer. Lastly, I would say to avoid getting too stressed out and enjoy the experience of classes and friends more. My first year at Rutgers was great, with meeting people and taking interesting classes. I would say to have as much as you can, and focus on your school work, before you have to start worrying about life after Rutgers.

Dear High School Allie, I know that Rutgers is not your first choice, in fact you picked this college in five minutes on May 1st, 2008. But trust me you are going to love it, maybe a little too much. Just remember to go too every single class, and sit in the front of lecture. I know you feel stupid because you got wait-listed at schools where you should have gotten into, but you are far from dumb, and Rutgers is a great school. Just remember to do all your work, and to actually study because you?re going to need too if you want a pretty GPA. But don?t waste your entire time studying Bittner, go out and have fun! Go get lost on College Ave looking for parties, go watch movies with your friends, go wander around Cook campus at night, and just enjoy yourself! Make as many friends as you possibly can, because the people at Rutgers will be your friends for the rest of your life. But most of all be happy with Rutgers, because you are now a scarlet knight, and the next four years of your life are going to be epic.

I would listen to my parents more. I resisted even looking at the school that I eventually choose because my parents thought that it would be a good choice, and probably resisted even more so because it is the school that my father went to. I wanted to branch out on my own. I was not until I was offered an opportunity to interview for the school's honors program that I really looked at it. I found on that day that my parents advice was pretty good. The school really did fit me and offered me the opportunities to branch out that I wanted. Sometimes listening to the people who are close is a good thing after all.

The best advice I could give myself would be to take my classes a bit more seriously. I was one of the top students in my high school, and I admit I did not need to study much in order to ace tests. Once I got to college, for some of my first classes I thought I could do the same and just pay attention in class, but of course I was wrong. I did not fail any courses, but I did not do as well as I would have liked, and I know that it was my fault that I did not ace my courses. I think, if I had the chance to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, that I would definitely stress the importance of studying as much as possible, even if it means skipping out on college parties once and a while and staying home to really focus on the material. I am not suggesting that one should not have a social life in college, because that is important to the whole experience as well, but one needs to remember that classes and studying come first.

Dear 2001 Version of me, Breathe and relax. I know you are geared up for work and motivated because you know that college is hard work, and that is great, but know that there is more to college than the 21 credit hours you are so ambitiously planning on taking your first semester. College is not only a 4 year prerequisite for a diploma, but it is also 4 years of expanded horizons, 4 years of personal expansion, 4 years of self seeking, and 4 years of world experience that you really couldn?t have anywhere else. See the big picture and make wise decisions. People will enter your life and people will exit it, there will be great triumphs just like there will be painful set-backs. Through all of this, you need to understand that all of it will only make you stronger, more knowledgeable and in a positive way shape who you are. Embrace this experience in its full form, from the classes to the social engagements. This is a new chapter in the novel that is your life, and you will only pass this way once. What words would you have written? With Love, Aakia