I just want to start out by saying that college is WAY better than high school. I am writing this article to assure all of the incoming freshman that you will have a blast in college. I remember just a year ago when I was going into my freshman year, how incredibly nervous I was. Here are several reasons why college is better than high school:
1. Classes
In college you can pick from a variety of different courses to fulfill a credit, for example art can be fulfilled by drawing, writing fiction, and even fashion courses. The fact that we get to pick our classes makes school that much more enjoyable. You even get to pick the times too!
2. Never being bored
There are so many activities going on all the time, other than just going out. Every weekend my school puts on activities such as a concert, open mic night, a carnival, and even game nights.
3. Getting involved
Everyone has something to do all the time whether it is a club, Greek life, sports, and many more. My college has 100+ clubs and they are always adding new ones. There is bound to be something for you to join.
4. No judgement
When I was in high school, I would wake up at 6 a.m. to shower, apply a full face of makeup and even curl my hair sometimes. However, in college I wake up about 15 minutes before my classes and throw on a pair of sweatpants. Nobody will judge what you're wearing because everyone is in comfortable clothes.
5. There is no "popular crowd"
Since there are thousands of students (number depends on your school), there will NOT be one group that stands out among the others. Everyone is significantly friendlier in college also since everyone wants to make a lot of friends. You will find your place.. I promise.
6. Traveling
There is a often a study abroad program for nearly every major. Some programs focus on one country while others you tour many. If you're interested in traveling this is 100% an opportunity for you.
