Stetson University Top Questions

What should every freshman at Stetson University know before they start?

Rachael

If you easily breezed though high school don't expect to breeze through college. Lots of study time is required to do well and have a successful collge experience. This doesn't mean study 24/7, do give yourself time for breaks and time to hang out with and to meet new friends. Organization is a key factor to help stay on track with assignments and class schedule. Procrastination is not your friend, be sure to get ahead on assignments whenever possible. Don't be afaird to ask for help, the professors are there for you,m they want you to succeed. Homesickness will pass ad before you know it you will be deeply involved with life at campus. Don;t hold feelings inside if you are unhappy, find someone to talk to. Even if you fail it's not the end of the world. There will always be someone who is smarter then you, so don't feel bad if you are not getting the best grades possible. College is not as scary as it may seem, be sure to get envolved and enjoy it while your there.

dacey

I would say Self,This isnt going to be a walk in the park,You have listened to all your friends that have been to college and how easy it is,and all t he fun there having or had. But they dont tell you about the commitment , diciplene and devotion it takes.Then you realize that they went to school for 4 years and changed there major 10 times and they are working at taco bell. So self if you want to graduate and want to make it in this world, and i dont mean managing that taco bell he or she is working at then i would recomend that you know what it is you want from this educaton,stick with it and work hard.Because it isn't going to be easy,

Janelle

I would advise myself to go to a community or state college/university before trying to go to a private university. I could have gone full ride with everything paid for if I had gone to a community or state college; instead I went to a really expensive university which I cannot paid for by myself and thus have a ton of loans now. Due to the economy and the fact that my mother's credit is too bad for her to be a cosigner, I am currently unable to pay for my final semester of my undergraduate career and therefore, it is looking like I will be unable to finish my degree and graduate with the rest of my class this May. So, if I could do it all over again, I would go to a community or state college first.

Hilary

Do NOT pick a major yet. Picking one just for the sake of having one is not worth it, just go through an undecided/ discovery program if you are still unsure. In addition to that, just because a school is private, does not mean it is better! Bigger schools often have huge advantages in a number of areas, such as a large alumni pool and possible future connections, more extracurricular activities and clubs, and more opportunities for study abroad programs, but in the end it all comes down to what you are looking to get out of your college experience. Visit schools! Even if you think you have an idea of where you want to go, just keep browsing, why limit yourself? Really write down a list of what you are looking for before picking a school just because of its reputation or athletics. Look at where the school's alumi are now; is there a long list of success stories? Finally, college isn't all about studying, its an all around experience that only comes once. Pick a school where you will feel comfortable and where there are a number life enriching opportunities available to you. Live it up!

Kristine

If I were to go back in time to when I was a senior I would not give myself any advice whatsoever. In high school I made good grades but I was not involved in any clubs and am no longer in contact with any of my former classmates. Upon entering college I made a promise to myself to change. As of now I am on the school dance team, the secretary of HOLA (Hispanic Organization for Latin Awareness) and am an active member of Phi Alpha Delta, international pre-law fraternity. I also work in Media Services a branch of IT dedicated to helping students with technical issues. I made a complete turn around because I promised myself college would not be a repeat of high school. I have made so many lifelong friends and have had the most wonderful experiences because of my aspirations to become a better individual in society.

Ashli

I would tell myself to take more diverse classes and not be too stressed out about what my major was going to be. I would also advice myself to think about double majoring, instead of focusing on just one major.

Irma

Make sure to apply for Bright Futures, and any other scholarships for college. Know that you may have to apply for loans, and you can pay them back six months after you graduate. Get a Summer Job so that you have funs for college necessities ready. Always keep a 3.2GPA or higher so that you will always be eligible for Government grants and scholarships. Always do alot of community service to receive eligability for most scholarships that requier Community service hours. Always work very hard, smart, and diligent in school so that you go very far in you profession.

Felicia

If I knew what I know now about college, I would definitely tell myself to take it more seriously. I would make sure to tell myself that this is not high school anymore, I have to learn to study harder and make better grades. I would also inform myself of the many people there are to meet in college, there are many different personalities to learn to get along with so it is good to be open to new things.

nicholas

DO YOUR HOMEWORK

Samantha

Some advice for college would be to study. In high school i never needed to study for anything, and now I have to study all the time. My freshman year I was not ready for that, and i tended to goof off. This year I know I need to study, so I study everyday. Get use to it, to do well at this school you need to study all the time. Also if you need help, go to the teachers. They will do anything to help you bring your grade up. They want to see you succeed as much as you want to succeed. My freshman year I was afraid of going to the teachers and asking for help. This year I went to two different teachers for advice on how to get my grades up, and they set me up with a great tutor and they also helped me out themselves. Some even offered a different type of test for me to take because I have trouble with multiple choice. To sum it up, don't be afraid to go to the teachers for help, remember to study, and just relax and have fun!