College Decisions

College Decisions

By Jessica Mertens

    Senior year is by far one of the most stressful years of your life. You are expected to make decisions about your future career and acknowledge the responsibility you will be taking on. Although high school can prepare you for college in many ways, it may not help you decide on a career. Even if you decide to enter college as an undecided major, as many choose to do, the choice still preoccupies your thoughts. As a senior who has gone through most of her senior year already, here are some things that I have learned.

1. When you are applying to colleges, apply to places that you want to go because you actually like the atmosphere or education ect. Don't let others decide for you. You will make new friends and your family should always support you no matter where you are.
2. Think carefully about what you enjoy doing. This may help you decide on a future career and even help you select your future college.
3. Apply for FASFA and any other scholarships as much as you can. Any money that you can get for college only helps you in the long run. Especially those who cannot afford college. I hear so many people complain that they can't live on campus at school because they are too expensive and they don't want to take loans. Of course, that's a personal choice. But when you really want to do something and loans can help and be paid off in the future, I think you should take advantage of every opportunity you have.
4. ENJOY YOUR SENIOR YEAR OF HIGH SCHOOL! It's the last time you will be with everyone. Everyone is anxious to move on to the next chapter of your life, but you still need to stop and "smell the roses".  Take advantage of your opportunities and maybe even try something new! Enjoy the time you have with your friends and make the most out of your experiences. Don't stress so much that you can't have fun. Everything will work out the way that it is supposed too!