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Introduction
I feel as though I could give the best advice to any high school student considering Penn State because it was my fifth choice school while a senior in high school. After one year here, I can honestly say I could not see myself anywhere else. If considering this school I would first say, don't come to just party. While Penn State is currently the number two party school in the nation, we also take academics seriously. Alot of kids get overwhelmed by the social scene and they end up failing out of school. Take your work seriously! I chose Penn State because of the business school being so well connected in the country. As many people know, one in every 114 college graduates is a Penn State graduate. This makes the alumni connection unbelievable. Students that should stay away from Penn State might include those who think the large campus and student body might be a little overwhelming. Also, if you're shy and aren't very social, I would not consider this school.

Campus Life and Social Life
The best thing about the social/campus life of Penn State is that there is something for everyone. Whether you like to party hard at clubs or frats or would rather play video games or watch movies, there is always something to do. The worst of the social life at Penn State could be that there is so much to do that you sometimes can't make up your mind on what to do. There are plenty of sports and IM sports that many Penn State students play all year around. From squash to football, again, there is something for everyone. With over 250 clubs on campus, no matter what activities you're interested in, there is most likely a club for you. If not, make your own! Many of the clubs on campus, including my organization, was revised or birthed by a Penn State student. Weekends at Penn State are an overall stress reliever for many students. Academics
Penn State's football and partying reputation definetely overshadow their academics. Alot of Penn State students will say we study as hard as we study. The school is broken up into different colleges including Education and Business. The downside to Penn State academics would be that TA's usually teach the lower level classes, which can leave a bad impression in the eyes of many freshmen. Class sizes can also be a little large, with some lecture halls holding more than 700 students. It's not as bad as you may think because students are quiet, but if you like small and personal classes then maybe PSU might not be for you. Professors are generally smart and knowledgeable from what i've seen. Office hours are a great time to get extra help, especially if the subject isn't your best. If professors and TA's see that you're trying, they might be more willing to help you out if your grades slip. The workload at Penn State depends on your major and the number of credits you're willing to take. If you balance your schedule well with entrance to major courses and Gen Ed's then you should be fine.

Student Body
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In Closing...
Overall, I would tell anyone to go with your heart when finding the perfect school. The first couple weeks are always the hardest, but just stick in there. GET INVOLVED! One mistake many people make is not getting involved on campus. Not only does being involved look great on a resume, but it's also the perfect chance to make friends. GO PSU!!!