what should i expect in college going in as a freshman?
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Victoria (Tori) Sullivan, CPA
Victoria (Tori)’s Answer
Hello! I was a biology major going into my freshman year at a very large university. Depending on where you go, the class sizes will vary. However, a general rule is that classes start out bigger and then get smaller as you advance and move towards your specialty. For example, an introductory class could have well over 200 people in it. The class size itself should not worry you as many classes will be accompanied by a mandatory discussion section where you will be able to ask questions in a much smaller classroom setting. Overall, as a freshman science major you should expect to take classes that will meet your general education requirements. This will entail broad topics in larger classroom settings.
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Chethan’s Answer
If you go into college with that awareness, you will be ahead of the majority! My advice is to ramp up through the year. Don't take too many classes in your first semester (or quarter). It's ok to get your bearings and build a foundation. You can always spread out your classes strategically. If you are in a hurry to graduate, there's always an opportunity to take summer classes. Don't overburden yourself in one quarter. Allow yourself to get 'street smart' in addition to getting 'book smart'. Soak in the college life. Meet different people and engage in volunteer activities, clubs within university, and stay active. It's a great way to balance the stress. This will truly be some of the best years of your life where you will meet your 'forever friends'. It's likely that post-grad life will find you geographically dispersed and the depth of your relationships will be so important as your pursue a professional career!
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