{"id":4052,"date":"2016-05-31T15:55:10","date_gmt":"2016-05-31T19:55:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.fitnyc.edu\/admissions\/?p=4052"},"modified":"2016-05-31T15:55:10","modified_gmt":"2016-05-31T19:55:10","slug":"getting-ready-for-fit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.fitnyc.edu\/admissions\/2016\/05\/31\/getting-ready-for-fit\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Ready for FIT"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Congratulations! The anxious waiting period of college acceptance is finally over, as you are getting ready to embark on a new chapter of your life as an FIT student. The high school to college transition may be daunting, but as long as you are prepared, you are GOLDEN. Although everyone\u2019s experience departing to college may be different, here are some solid tips to ease your transition:<\/p>\n

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  1. College Prep 101 with Mom<\/strong>: As they always say, \u201cmother knows best\u201d and it couldn\u2019t be truer! Mothers always have your best interest at heart and think of all the things that don\u2019t always cross your mind, like taking your vitamins or buying a safe for your personal belongings (my mother\u2019s idea.) Have a brainstorming session with your mother about what to pack, what to accomplish before sending you off and any mini-lessons on cleaning or laundry that might come in handy. She knows more than you think.<\/li>\n
  2. Adulting<\/strong>: Time to set yourself up for success. Some major appointments to make the summer before school include setting up a bank account, doctor appointments (annual physical with vaccinations, dentist, eye-doctor etc.,) and obtaining an official state ID (If you don\u2019t have your driver\u2019s license.) Although these things are not the most fulfilling, part of being an adult is taking care of yourself.<\/li>\n
  3. Dorming: <\/strong>Don\u2019t wait until the last minute to pick up everything you need for your freshman dorm! Start checking off materials on your list one by one throughout your summer until you come to move in during August. That way, you will be planning ahead to alleviate stressful situations. My favorite spots are Home Goods, Marshalls\/T.J. Maxx, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Christmas Tree Shops (If you are within the tri-state area.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Good luck!<\/p>\n

    Melinda Batista<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Congratulations! The anxious waiting period of college acceptance is finally over, as you are getting ready to embark on a new chapter of your life as an FIT student. The high school to college transition may be daunting, but as long as you are prepared, you are GOLDEN. Although everyone\u2019s experience departing to college may … <\/p>\n

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