Freshman Center Preparation

Decent Essays
As I grow and mature, I look to shift my focus into creating a successful life for myself. Gone are the days where I can dribble a basketball for hours on end without a care in the world. I have learned that creating such a life must begin with a solid foundation in education. This led me to consider applying for the Freshman Center offered at Touro. This early entry into a college-based course will surely serve as a great introduction to college and a higher education.
First, one of the factors that lead to my applying to the Freshman Center was my excitement to earn college credits while still under the high school wing. These credits would greatly help by shortening the time needed to get a degree post-high school. The benefit of receiving

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