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College Advice For Freshmen

Monday, August 22, 2011

College Tips: 5 Things To Know When Entering Your Freshmen Year

Entering college is an exciting time, but it's also a big adjustment.

High school is over and the last few months have undoubtedly been full of chaos as you say good-bye to old friends and prepare to embark on your college years. Meeting new people, living away from home and entering adulthood are all part of this journey, but before you load up the car and head off to school, there are a few things you may want to know.  “College is like a halfway house to the real world," said Des Plaines resident and mother of two Beverly Sowa. "Students aren't under their parents' care, yet many worries like room and board aren't yet their responsibility." We took a Facebook survey and asked readers to share their thoughts and advice. These tips are brought to you by those who have the battle scars to prove we survived …

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