College is the point in our lives where we find ourselves. It's where we grow, succeed, and learn. We explore our interests and work towards a goal. Along with academics, college is where you go to parties and meet more people.

Although there are so many good things about college, no one ever tells you about the bad things.

Throughout college, you will lose some of your closest friends. However, you will also gain amazing people in your life. At this point in your life, everyone is trying to find their true identity and become their own person. From this, people will either stick around and be there for you or they will go their own way. Either way, you will be okay.

One huge component of college is Greek life. In movies and TV hows, sororities and fraternities are viewed as the place to be and where the popular people hang out. Fortunately, these stereotypes aren't true. Sororities and fraternities throw parties, but they also focus on academics. They are places where you find sisterhood and brotherhood. On the other hand, although Greek life is a huge part of college, it is okay to not join. Everyone talks about how they can't wait to join one. But, everyone is different. Know that if it is not for you, it is okay if you are not in a sorority/fraternity. You will still be just as successful, happy, and involved.

As the transition from high school to college occurs, you will not be going to school with your best friends anymore. In some cases, you won't be at the same school as your significant other. When it comes to relationships, college is hard. There are so many more people to meet. Even if you and your significant other are at the same college, it doesn't make it any easier. Sure, you're able to cuddle whenever you want and grab dinner, rather than having to Skype or talk on the phone, but the same risks are there. The same problems arise. But if the love is real and true, it will work out. There is hope, but it is difficult.

College is a roller coaster. Academics are hard, relationships change, and finding a balance is nearly impossible. However, everything will be okay no matter how bad things may seem.