[xWiReDx]

I'm going off to college in a few days and I'm not really happy about it. I'm more or less just scared of grades, people, roommate, and studying. So basically I'm scared of college. Unlike most people, I don't see this as a chance to be free from my parents because they let me stay out as long as I want and they hardly ever ask where I'm going. I have my own car, so I can basically go anywhere I want. I've never actually studied hard before...much less at all. Needless to say, I'm panicking really bad right now. Furthermore, I don't really know where I want to head towards, job-wise. I'm not even sure I want to attend this college... Frankly, I didn't do too well in high school so UT turned me down. I guess top quarter wasn't good enough. -sigh- I'm trying to calm down but in the end I stress out again about the smallest details. Is this normal? Am I just being stupid? By the way, I'm attending Texas A&M this fall...blah.

[mistapooh]

Hey, nothing wrong with Texas A&M. The valedict. at my school chose that school and a lot of other kids.

It seems scary huh? I'm sort of like you, no curfew, own car, parent's don't really control me, but you have to take responsibility sometimes. You can't live under their roof forever now right? If you just take it one step at a time, get use to your dorm, get some friends, learn one chapter at a time, I think you'll do quite well. I knew some slackers that copied off of me in hs (they were my friends though) and I'm really surprised because some maintained a 4.0 their first year.

I think you'll be fine dude!!!

[xWiReDx]

Hey, nothing wrong with Texas A&M. The valedict. at my school chose that school and a lot of other kids.

It seems scary huh? I'm sort of like you, no curfew, own car, parent's don't really control me, but you have to take responsibility sometimes. You can't live under their roof forever now right? If you just take it one step at a time, get use to your dorm, get some friends, learn one chapter at a time, I think you'll do quite well. I knew some slackers that copied off of me in hs (they were my friends though) and I'm really surprised because some maintained a 4.0 their first year.

I think you'll be fine dude!!!

I'm leaving tomorrow morning, I don't really know if I'll be able to sleep at all tonight. I think a large portion of my fears stem from the fact that I'll be living in the dorms with a roommate. I'm pretty sure it'd be different if I had an apartment where I could have more privacy...and I don't even know this guy that well. Privacy issues aside, I don't know how much I can trust this guy with my stuff in the same room. Did you have these same fears?

[candymoon]

Hey, I'm starting school as freshman too, and i've been pretty nervous to start school and everything. But, i've been getting many advice that dont be nervous caz everyone else that are all there are also feeling the same as you. The most important thing is just smile and be yourself. college is a great new experiences~!!! have a good night sleep tonight and good luck to you! =]

[xWiReDx]

Hey, I'm starting school as freshman too, and i've been pretty nervous to start school and everything. But, i've been getting many advice that dont be nervous caz everyone else that are all there are also feeling the same as you. The most important thing is just smile and be yourself. college is a great new experiences~!!! have a good night sleep tonight and good luck to you! =]

How can you be so calm and collected? I'm just nervous that this is going to be like high school v.2.0. ...I'm obviously not going to sleep anytime soon.

[mistapooh]

I'm going to go to a 90% girl university and my roommate is gay and apparently has chlamydia. Saw his myspace and he likes wearing a lot of designer sleeveless muscle tees. YOU THINK YOU ARE WORRIED ABOUT YOUR ROOMMATE XD?!?!?

Haha, but this is the ONLY time you will be able to live with a total stranger so absorb and learn what you can =).

[delightful123]

haha i have friends goin to A&M! im a UT fan though ;P hehe~

yeahh.. im with you.. i am SO nervous and scared.... im goin to Northwestern soon too... and it's far away and BLAH! hahaha..

oh well... i'm sure we'll have fun and make lots of new friends

[BloodPrincessShiroto]

My cousin when to Texas A&M and really liked it there, when he went he said that everything was laid back and very relaxed. My first day at college I got really sick and passed out, but after that it wasn't really that bad I had alot of fun there.

[chunsa]

actually im not going to lie first year is REALLY frightening.
for me it was.
i had to adjust to a new city that was completely random for me.

but dont worry, just try and do your best freshman year.
cause then once sophomore year hits it's like SMOOTH SAILINg afterwards (rrrr until senior yr then it's back to frightening agian)
literally

[xellekimx]

Dude, college is A LOT of fun. You'll love it.. I know that not everyone has the same experience but I had a blast and I can assure you it's nothing to be scared about.

It's all about balance.. between studying and partying, attending classes and working, etc. Just try to work on your time management and you'll be fine. You learn a lot of new things, meet new people and I've found that my life has changed (for the better).

I was scared to death about my roommate too. I didn't know what she'd be like at all and I spent weeks wondering what my dorm-life would be like. Needless to say, we're best friends now and familiar with everyone in our hall. As for studying.. just ALWAYS attend classes. I missed out a lot during my first semester and I really screwed up. I learned my lesson for the second semester and did a hecka lot better.

Don't be scared and do your best. Good luck!

[wakeupsandy]

If it makes you feel any better, Texas A&M put me on their waitlist (aka the polite way of saying, "We don't want you."), even though UT accepted me. They're both great schools academic-wise (I won't get into the Texas rivalry ) Being accept to A&M is already a great accomplishment, so don't shrug it off as just nothing! It's a great university, and I have several friends who attend who have grown to love it.

Don't sweat about your roomate or worry about whatever limited privacy you might have. Probably the biggest mistake you could make is locking yourself in a one bedroom apartment your first year. Not saying that dorming is always a perfect experience for everybody, but don't knock it till you've tried it.

It's natural to have first-day jitters. College is a lot more than just being able to do what you want and go wherever you want, albeit that's a huge plus. My suggestion for you is to relax and see the coming months as something positive. Look into clubs and organizations you might think of joining. College is a completely different ballgame compared to high school, but nobody is expecting you to transition overnight. Good luck

[mrs. pakman]

i just moved out this past week. i, of all people, did not want to move. i loved my home and i was scared like no other. but i've only been here a few days, school hasn't even started, but i'm already warming up to the experience.

just go in with an open mind and try to enjoy the experience with all the good and the bads.

[MaryMagdalin]

you think its going to be scary,
but really its not
unless your roomate is a monster hahahahha

[bluesky19]

dont stress too much. just remember there are TONS of other kids who are nervous about their first day too. just be nice to ppl around you during classes and start up small talk. the idea of college can seem scary, but trust me, you'll be fine! and about grades, try not to slack off freshman year. i know tons of ppl who slacked off their first year and it was hard to boost their gpa later on. freshman year is generally the easiest, therefore you wanna do well just in case your grades drop later on. but also remember to have fun!

[Bandido]

Its normal to be nervous, I was nervous too the first time I went to college.
Its because we're just entering a new world, but its pretty much like HS, just don't behave like a wild HS guy, be more eh ~ normal.

[myv_rox]

I can totally relate!! I'm also a freshman and I'm just as nervous as you are! I'm super-shy so I'm really worried about meeting new people AND getting used to a new state. Plus, I'm stressing out about money and my classes... I went to orientation late so I didn't get any of the classes I wanted! And I know this is kind of petty but, I'm also worried about food because I'm the pickiest eater you'll ever meet.

yaaahhh..

[Lebanese_Blonde]

too bad we're not going to the same school we could totally hang out, ur music taste is fun so i'm assuming ur a pretty fun person xD

[JoliDansRose]

Awww, don't be nervous. I was nervous the first day too (it's only normal) but let a week pass and you'll find yourself in a more comfortable place =). Things are just a hassle for the first week, but sooner enough enjoy your college life.

[Laxntiga]

yo, stfu and get a grip man. I'd kill to get into texas a&m its a GREAT school.

What you need to do is... breathe, go take a run around the block or two, then sit outside in the freshair.

Think of what you actually like doing or want to do. Then think of how you could make a career out of this. Then think of what kind of major you need inorder to do this. If your still hesitant about majors..... I suggest economics for a start. Its a great all around major in my opinion which helps you learn something about money (you are going to run into this subject sooner or later ) and will help you later on in your life. Minor in a language or so, or music, or art, whatever your heart desires.

Always remember, there are things in life that you WANT to do and things you DONT want to do, but in the end you just have to grit your teeth and do it. Either to make your parents happy, society happy, or in the end make yourself happy. Just do it, Nike.

[JESS.]

i'm not nervous, i'm excited! but i'm not dorming, if i dormed, then i think i'd be nervous.