But hey, look at the bright side. If Phil went to Berkeley, Wes went to UCLA, and Ted went to UCSD, we wouldn't be here watching this video today. There wouldn't be Strangers, Again. There wouldn't be Away We Happened. There wouldn't be When It Counts. The list goes on.. But most importantly, there wouldn't be Wong Fu Productions. Everything in life happens for a reason, guys. :)
I almost got in at Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry, but I was born in 1994 that's why I didn't get my Hogwarts Letter as Voldemort's ministry destroyed all muggle-born records during that time.
I'm so glad that Ashley was a transfer student because not many people consider community colleges. It is a real bummer that people look down upon the community college system, even though the benefits are MAJOR! When you are at the age of 17/18 it really is hard to figure out what you want to do with life and it's hard to even know who you really are, and attending a CC really allows you to explore those things. I attend a CC and as of now, it's the best decision I've made in my life. So I hope students start to understand that the only option isn't to attend 4 year university and that 2 year is a great option to consider as well. Whew sorry! It's just when I was in high school, everyone, including teachers, seemed to look down on the idea of attending a community college, when it really shouldn't be that way. Education is all the same, it's just how you take it in and apply yourself. Make the best of it because being educated is a privilege, not everyone is given that opportunity.
+PockyFTW They really shouldn't say those things as an educator because they should be rooting for anyone who wants to further their education. I'm sorry you had to experience that, but the cc system gives students an experience that you really can't get anywhere else, which is really special.
it's amazing how these guys got rejected from their top choice of college and yet they are making amazing skits and creative videos. this proves that where you go for school does not determine who you become. I'm starting to believe that some things in life happen for a reason, for example, if Wes didn't get rejected from the college he really wanted to go to, he wouldn't have met Phil and Wong Fu would have never happened. I'm a Freshmen transfer and it's been tough; I hope everything works out. *crosses fingers*
I started with community college and I am SO glad I did! So much less stress and pressure as I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do. Most of my professors were excellent and I got to get my breadth requirements done way cheaper and got to explore classes that I didn't necessarily need because the price was right. After I got my associates degree I worked for a few years and learned a lot about myself and what I actually want and then decided to go back to school and now I'm at UCR. I'm one of the older students here (I'm a 25-year-old Junior lol), which sometimes is embarrassing, but when I look back, I'm so glad I didn't start out here when I was younger because I am in a much better place mentally and emotionally now than I was back then. Also, since I'm older, I get more federal aid, so my loans when I am finished won't be near as high... I feel so lucky to be on the path that I'm on because it is the one that is just right for me. Don't be ashamed of your journey, no matter how different it looks from the journeys of those around you! Life happens differently for each of us; we all have a different story and that is one of the things that makes humanity awesome :)
I just want to talk about my experience. I got accepted into all the schools I applied to but I'm dirt poor and the scholarships weren't enough. Everyone belittles Community College students but as for me that was my only option so I threw away my pride and attended CC. Don't worry too much about applications and not getting into your #1 school. I'm sure that if you stay motivated you'll eventually find a place where you're happy at. Like they say "everything happens for a reason". Be grateful that you can even get higher education. And yes transfer students have it easier because there's less competition! XD so yay for us!!!
+Miguel 桐嶋 (Miggy) I'm debating on whether or not to attend community college this year, because I didn't get to apply for my ideal college(SJSU) in the first place because my parents couldn't afford me going there for four years due to room/board costs. I got accepted to a local university that I can commute to and save a lot of money but I want to go away for college. I believe community college could be my second chance into getting into the school I've wanted, but the whole transfer process confuses me. If you can help me out thank you! :D
+Alex Kwong Ayyy, I could've applied for SJSU as well but financial issues got the best of me. To be fair, I'm attending a community college that's just minutes away from SJSU, and transferring from a CC to a state or UC is the better way to go. Community colleges allows you to take the prerequisites classes of your major and your GE classes as well. Depending on the CC you go to, you need to have a certain amount of units in order to make an appointment with a counselor and apply for transfer. Honestly, CC is better in my honest opinion, especially when you don't have the money to go straight off the bat into a state school. Like think about it, your first 2 years, you'll be mainly focused on taking GE classes like that of high school. I'm currently paying $48 for 7 classes at a CC to finish up before I transfer. Some people at say SJSU are taking the same class as I am and is paying $5000 per semester. You'll save so much money within your first 2 or 3 years at CC's before you transfer to SJSU that you don't gotta worry bout expenses man. Like Miguel said, everybody belittles CC students, but looking at the better picture, we're practically paying for the same classes for the first 2 years, except CC students gets it for cheaper. Hope my experience helps you make a choice and good luck to you! :P
I plan to go to community college this fall (need to stop procrastinating and actually apply though) and then transfer. The biggest reason is because I don't know what I want to do and also want to save money. I started regretting by decision a bit when I could sense that my family members were judging me or disappointed with me since I have really good grades and I'm ranked 6th in my senior class. What Ashley said reminded me that it's okay and the reason why I chose this path. It made me feel much better. Thank you.
+Lily Do what you want to do. I'm not sure how close you are with your family, but do not let them pressure you into doing what you don't want to do. I'm glad you chose your own path to take! :)
I didn't know what I wanted to do after high school. So I went to the little branch college in my town, and I took a wide variety of classes. I found out what I wanted to do, and now I'm graduating this May with my bachelors degree in Sign Language Interpreting (I was a transfer student)! Honestly, if I hadn't stayed home for my first few years, I don't know if I would be on this path. Figure out what you want to do before you make any big leaps.
+Lily Community College isn't as bad as people make it out to be. It's cheaper than going to a 4 year university where you'll just be in debt. Just do what you want now that you're an adult, you still have lots of time to decide what you wanna do.
+Lily i got into several colleges in my state, but got rejected by my first choice and half rejected by my second. my second choice had a program that required me to take half my classes at community college and half at the university and fully transfer in within 2 years if i maintained my grades. i was initially sad that i couldnt even get into my top 2. but i decided to take a risk and go with the program my second choice offered. at first, i was extremely ashamed. it was awkward talking to my friends who had full admission when i had to take cc classes to be part of the university. it felt weird, like i didnt belong. and my family was super disappointed. however, after my first semester, i learned that this was probably the best decision of my life. i got to save money, make better grades, and now im on track to make a 3.8 gpa in my first year! i looked at some of those who got full admission and saw how they took advantage of the fact they were full admits and lost their drive and dropped out. cc pushed me to try harder b/c i didnt know if i was going to make it to my goal. so in the end, what im tryint to say is that it honestly doesnt matter where you start. it's where u end that truly counts :)
I’m going through the same right now. About to graduate as valedictorian from my high school but when I tell people I’m going to community college they seem to really question it and look down on me. It’s all about how you end and not where you start right? 😅
Can't believe I started watching Wongfu 6 years ago from the video "Hitting on Cathy" in 7th grade and now in month and a half in graduating high school and going into my 1st choice university... The feels right now.
Definitely sharing! There was a lot of important points that you guys touched on that 17-24 year olds have no idea about within the college application process! Very insightful and educational!
Dear Wong Fu, I got rejected from not just my top school, but legitimately all my dream schools. I wanted to die. I felt I had no place in this world, but my brother (BU alum) talked to me the same way you guys just did. College is at estimate to what you make of it. Name, pride, sports etc are somewhat important in everyone's decision, and it sucks not to go where you want. But ultimately, it's your life. I thank you guys for taking the time to talk about this issues because it shows me and the other millions of applicants to colleges that life is more than just what college name is on your bachelors degree ❤️
Shoutout to Wong fu for this video man. I'm a transfer student and I'm waiting on my letter, and I'm anxious as hell! Thanks for making this vid, makes me feel good that other people went through this and I needed to be reminded that getting into a school doesn't matter, but it's what u do with it
chris, SAME. i was rejected from the 3 ivies i applied to (columbia/harvard/yale) which this year also had like the lowest acceptance rates lol. waitlisted to 2 schools, accepted to 2 major public state schools and Duke. i received a full ride to one of my state schools (with a lot of other perks too) so it's basically between that and the name-brand of Duke, but like y'all said, it's deff what you make of it, and i feel like i could do way more for myself and my future through the full ride program. i used to think that i would be looked down upon (especially by my local Asian community) for turning down Duke for it, but i think i've come to terms that their opinions don't matter and i know what's best for me, which is a program that will help me further develop my leadership and prepare me for a kickass grad school. thank you for this video!
A few weeks ago during track practice, the email was sent out for acceptance at UC Berkeley and quite a few people made it. It was especially funny because they were tired and burnt out so they didn't take their excitement to the hype level.
This is the most I've seen Wes talk in a lunch break. He seemed really into this topic and I'm grateful for each of you being accepted or rejected and rejecting or there may have not been a Wong Fu
I didn't get in to my dream school for undergrad, but for grad school, they recently accepted me. :) Sometimes getting to where you're meant to be doesn't happen the way you were expecting, so be patient.
+skippykipper101 That's great, congratulations! I didn't get into my dream school for undergrad or grad, but some of my friends did and they seem suuuuuper stressed out there. I'm actually thankful now that I didn't get in to where I thought I wanted to go.
This could not have been uploaded at a more perfect time. I'm a senior student in high school and I got accepted into all the programs I applied for all except my 1st choice. I've been struggling lately to make my decision because there are pros and cons to each school and I'm really afraid of making a regretful choice. This video really helped in put things in perspective and become a little less stress. Thanks Wong Fu!:)))
2 days ago I was rejected from a college that I really wanted to get into. I was crushed and I still am. I really appreciate this video and all of your advice. I really needed this! Thank you guys so much!!
That college struggle is so real. In hindsight, I don't get why we put such a HUGE emphasis on making such a HUGE decision at that age. It's crazy. I'm almost 25, and I am just now thinking about going back to school for interior. Initially out of high school, I went to a school for photography, but I ended up leaving after a year, because frankly I was too depressed to successfully manage everything that was being thrown at me--a lot of weird things happened, and I honestly just couldn't handle it. Now that I'm 24, and I've been working my ass off for the past 4 and a half years living as an adult without a "real" education past high school, I think I might be ready though. And I think it's perfectly okay to admit that I was not even remotely prepared to tackle my whole future head-on as an 18 year old.
I graduated from USC last spring. My husband has no degree. We are now doing the exact same thing together. Sometimes, having a degree doesn't matter at all.
You can honestly never tell what colleges want, because you could have a 4.0 GPA, be apart of amazing extracurriculars, and be the best student you could ever be, but there would still be someone better that would get a spot in your dream school. and that sucks...
Wow, this made me feel so less stressed out! I feel the pressure since my older sister is at Stanford, but dang.... Watching this feels like a load just came off my shoulders. Thank you for this.
This was honestly so helpful. I can't go to the schools I want to go to because of rejections, being wait listed, or the tuition was just too damn expensive. I was so upset because I had worked so hard and it felt like I could have used my time for other things and still go to the CUNY I'm going to. After watching this episode, I feel so much better because the advice at the end hit close to home. I will make the most out of this college experience; I will not be ashamed of where I am going; I will prove to myself that it doesn't matter where I go, it's what I do. Thank you guys.
I really enjoyed this video! Cali HS student rn and all my life I've heard about the UC's and ivies and Stanford ofc. I thought that if I didn't go to a brand name school, I failed in a sense. You guys talked a lot about the things that I started to learned in the month of college admissions like how college does not determine your future, how you will find your place in the end(major wise too), and how college is not big as a deal as we currently make it in our 17-18 year old mind. I guess hearing you guys say it sort of reinforced the ideas in my mind. :) Lol btw. I commented for the topic of college since it was March and I was so happy when I saw this in my feed. Either u guys really do read the comments or it was just a stroke of luck. It was really nice timing for me, especially now that all the decisions r out and I'm deciding where I want to go.
The reality and difficulties of the post-secondary school experience is understanding the concept of time. We are constantly forced with meeting deadlines and time is a variable that we cannot control. Trying to figure out what we want to do in the future, waiting for the acceptance to the school of our choice and wondering when we'll see the best of the given scenarios are all based on a matter of time needed to fulfill them. Thanks Wong Fu for reminding me why I push myself through each day and believing that the best is yet to come and when it does, it'll be great.
I loved this Lunch Break! So much wisdom and truth was spoken. We're so blessed to be able to have going to college as part of our struggle because that means we have the opportunity for an education! Make the most out of your college years! It goes by so fast.
My dream school was NYU, got rejected, then went to another university and then got into med school. The college doesn't matter, its what you get out of it that does. Good Luck with applications.
I usually don't make comments..but this topic is especially relevant to me. I'm a senior in high school now. Got rejected from at least 15 programs and schools (one being my top choice). For others on the same boat as me, what really helped me was knowing that this process in no way lessens your accomplishments thus far. Know that you can still do (and continue to do) great things. I believe in you. Fighting! ^__^
I went to University of Maryland, failed out... community college for 2 years, then the military for 4. Back to community college for a year, and now I'm at Columbia University for my final 2 years of undergrad. It's not how you get there, it's the fact that you have your goals, that you never give up and achieve them in the end; sometimes it just takes some time to find your direction
I feel like I wasted 4 years in a University and got a degree with $20K in debt. Finally going to pay off the sum this year after 10 years of paying it off. Now working in a job that has nothing to do with my degree and even doesn't req a degree at all to do. Making peanuts. Oh yeah. That's pretty sad. But...on the bright side. I'm looking at my friend's friend. He went to a school for a BA, MA, and PHD. Now he has over $300K in school debt. He hasn't worked in 5 years and refused to work any job for less than $90K. Surprising no offers are contacting him. lol So, who made out the winner in life? lol
So much inspiration in this video! Thank you guys for boosting a lot of peoples dreams. I think it doesn't matter if its about leaving high school to attend Uni or College or from a post secondary to another, it definitely makes our heart shake waiting for the one acceptance that we have all been dreaming about.
I went out of state to a private university for an accelerated pharmacy program (had to apply during high school), got homesick and grades were suffering so I transferred home to a community college and now I'm at UCI 🤗 After experiencing all types of colleges I can say that education is what you make of it and not to focus on the branding of the school. Also don't be ashamed to do community college, it was a surprisingly positive experience for me. Just stay focus and keep on top of things. AND MY BIGGEST TIP take your first quarter/semester at a new school easy. Usually people take challenging classes their first time and are under prepared (and emotionally stressed). Oh and never put your dreams on hold because of a long distance relationship 👍
I really want to get into Harvard or Columbia. People always tell me it's impossible and that I'll never get in but I still try my very hardest and someday I really that it pays off :)
+clairiemcberrie You can do it! Until you truly try your hardest, you never know! Word of advice, start as early as possible. Everything starting freshman year counts! And the essays should not be taken lightly... XD And even if you don't get into your top choice, you'll have plenty of options that are equally amazing. You might not realize it at first, but it's what you make of it! (similar to high school). Going to Yale in September!!!! (Got waitlisted/rejected to every other Ivy LOL)
Bowli Polli Wow thanks so much for your kind words :) I wish you the best of luck in Yale! The thing I'm most worried about is how I am going to spend my sophomore and junior year summers :/
+clairiemcberrie take them chill, but I did a summer school program at Harvard my sophomore year, which is called Summer Secondary School or something. Super good for networking and it's perfect if your free June-beginning of August. You live directly on campus and are able to network with professors and actual students. They give Financial Aid which really made it possible for me, and if it's somewhere you want to go, it's a good way to scout out the school. Plus, it's simply a lot of fun! My junior year I didn't do much, but I went to a National Math Competition but that was only like 3 days (we had summer training though) (it sounds a lot more intense then it actually is) I didn't place high lol. Then I just chilled at home Basically during summer don't completely stop all activities, try to be involved in at least one thing that you're passionate about, or get a job. It's not meant to be intense or anything like you can totally chill and relax. Just don't slack ;) lol
+clairiemcberrie if possible, try to start thinking of college essay stories for CommonApp and such Junior year August. I procrastinated and did nothing Winter Break my senior year besides write essays because I was a lazy student. :/
Rewatching this after a year, and am proud to say I'm Cornell 2021!! but also, thanks (Chris) for affirming that Cornell is indeed a real ivy. [but haha, phil that penn state joke always stays] My dream school was Stanford, but I knew I wouldn't get in, but I also applied to Columbia ED..... I was a mess. but I knew what I wanted to major in.....
Needed this so much. Because as an asian, education matters and where you go matters too. And I was rejected by schools of my first choice. In the end, I got into a good programme anyway and it's local and relatively affordable. In that sense, I am lucky. This is my final year and I'm glad that I did this programme. I have great friends and it's been the best time of my life so far.
You have no idea how much I needed to hear all of that right now :") This really took off some of the stress I've been having over university. You guys are the best!!!!
I feel school is great for knowledge but know that it's not everything in life. If you fail then learn from your mistakes and move on in life is what I live by.
I was tearing up when Chris was talking at then end and then Phil... lol. Funny enough I submitted my SIR to UCR yesterday, which wasn't my first choice (UCI) but this video made me feel a little better so thanks for the encouragement as always Wong Fu!
Another good video!! I also agree, college is only 1 part of life, it's what you make of it! I know HS dropouts making more then Harvard Doctors, and Harvard PHD candidates that don't know if they will have a job after 35.
Thank you for this! This video really helped calm down my nerves about college apps. I won't apply until next summer but I'm already feeling stressed. I'm just really tired of the competitiveness of the whole process.
+Sallie Tee over here we interchange college and university for the same level of school (4 year post high school)... from what I remember you guys in Australia have a bigger differentiation between college and uni where they are separate things
+Panzer_Z Well the words college and university are often used interchangeably, but college can mean a couple different things. There are schools that call themselves "colleges" such as Dartmouth College and Boston College, but individuals schools of thought are also called "colleges" based on their academic categorizations. So a university/college like Emory University has nine divisions, among them Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Oxford College, School of Law, School of Medicine, etc.
in the US, university means a group of college or different schools under one name, so like here in UB, we have school of public health, and school of medicine, school of pharmacy and etc etc, some colleges cannot call them selves univeristy becasue they are just not accredited that way.
My dream school is Stanford, but only because in my tiny tiny early college school, a lot of the alumini get accepted to there. I consider my school to be family and the stress to stay with them really gets to you. For all those students out there, I advise you to take community college classes during high school; it really increases you GPA and portfolio. I got all A's in my core classes and with my college classes, my GPA is now a 4.55 as a freshmen.
The one thing that ruins your twenties is thinking you should have your life figured out. There 30-somethings, 40-somethings hell even 50-somethings that don't know where they are going. Take a minute step back and experience life...stop worrying about what you should do and just do.
I like how Phil looks at Wes when he says that he's glad that he went to UCSD... 10:10 Otherwise they probably wouldn't have met to start what they have created :')
So in my year, we had the first ever HKDSE (which is a Hong Kong's version of a nation wide exam or SAT) and I basically failed but somehow managed to pass. After getting our results, I went with my friends to multiple schools that has walk-in admissions, went for interviews. When I got home, I knew that I'm not gonna be chosen in those schools. Long story short - I was grateful that my sister knew about non-local universities and the last school that I checked out offered me to join their vocational course that would guarantee my application for bachelors - and so I did. I'm gonna graduate in a few months with Bsc in Psychology :) Also, after applying to UIU-HK campus, when we got home, the weather was so bad that it was the worst one that happened in a while. Grateful and lucky :D
Thanks WongFu for the real talk. All newly college students stress about this topic and having you guys as examples can brighten their spirits. Keep up the lunch breaks!
Taking a gap year has it's benefits too! I graduated high school class of 2015, 4.0, valedictorian, lots of extracirrics, the works. However, I was incredibly burnt out by the end of senior year. I was forced to take a gap year haha because I didn't get into any of the colleges I applied to, even my back-up. But it's allowed me to recharge, refocus, and rediscover the drive that pushed me towards the straight-A track in the first place. Gap years have a bit of a negative stigma to them, but I think that as long as you have a plan to occupy yourself during that time, rather than laze away on the couch every day, then I think they really set you up for the next four years of college. P.S. University of Rochester for me next year! :)
+Yu-chi Lee I am taking a gap year before med school and i totally understand the whole recharge and rediscover portion! its only a stigma because it is not common, as long as it works out for you, thats all it matters!
My dream school was Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. But I missed the interview with Harry Potter, a local alumni, because I couldn't find Platform 9 3/4, bummer :(
Phil you are so real and personal! I love how you shared your story of taking a drive. I can feel the "genuineness" in your words. I love how you said something "controversial" as advice. That's something I would do. And you are endearingly honest and analytical. While it may seem like you're risking hurting Wes' feelings by discussing the possible thinking process behind his school decisions, I think it shows how much you just want to break things down for people to understand. And this is something I can really connect with. Wes, I hope you didn't take offence at Phil's analysis. But I'm sure you know him well enough to understand. And you are so right. Make the best of where you go, even if it wasn't your first choice. Learning opportunities are everywhere, as long as you can see them! Chris, I'm sure you've heard this before. You are not your parents! Just because they gave birth to you, doesn't mean you have to do or follow as they say/do. Go with your heart. Stick out and be different, as long as you are happy with your decisions. Take up space and don't feel unnecessary. You are here, and you deserve to go where you wanna go, damnit! I'm sure you already know this, but sometimes, you just gotta hear it one more time! Ashley, I wish you talked more about your school experience! I know nuts about being a transfer student, but maybe you felt different and the need to fit in? I'm just assuming of course, so I may be wrong. Whatever it is, anywhere you go, you learn, so I'm sure you did! Love listening to you guys, and now your lunch choices have further driven my decision to eat burgers today!! I better get a good beef patty in mine!! (Haha I'm sorry I splurged most of my comment money on Phil. But I really do like him! As they say, birds of a feather flock together. But don't worry guys, I love you all too. Share the love, y'all!! *hugs* Sorry, I'm a bit out of it because I'm on my period. Don't judge periods, okay?)
I'm just starting to look into colleges and majors for next year and the stress is eating me alive already😭 the financial and scholarship stuff is so limiting and stressful and there no way to really shake off the feeling of proving yourself
UGH this just made my week! I've already been accepted to a college (also the only one I applied for) and I've decided to go. But it's in a state that a lot of people think is boring and I keep hearing everyone around me say that I won't have fun or a good time. And I'm also really worried that the college doesn't have the specific program I want. Plus the fact that I'm going to be hours away from all of my friends and family and home is super intimidating. STRESS COME ON!!!! So hearing what all of you said has calmed my fears a little bit! 😁
+L.A. Mendoza Maybe it's a sign! Definitely try and think positively! Who knows? You might end up enjoying one of the BEST times in your life!! :) Good luck in college!
My dream school is UCSD, but I got waitlisted there 😔 But you know what, it's okay because I got into UCI. Sure it wasn't my first, second, or third choice, but I have grown to love and accept UCI as probably the best option for me. Go anteaters! Zot zot zot!
I remember watching this video back during application/decision season and it being so overwhelming I had to turn it off. Coming back to it knowing that I'm going to attend my dream school (UCSD) in the fall is probably the best feeling ever. hs seniors seriously it will be okay, it feels like the end of the world but honestly, you will not die and you will be okay
I'm a junior in high school, I'm glad I found this when I did. Great advice :) I'm going to be applying to the Ivies, not sure how great my chance is, but like Wesley said, it's more about proving it to me and my family than wanting to go. Good luck to all the seniors out there!
As an Early College student (I am graduating this spring with my Associates in Arts and High school Diploma), and as a Senior in General, I really enjoyed this video! It definitely gave me a different prespective! Much ❤ fom NC!
But hey, look at the bright side. If Phil went to Berkeley, Wes went to UCLA, and Ted went to UCSD, we wouldn't be here watching this video today. There wouldn't be Strangers, Again. There wouldn't be Away We Happened. There wouldn't be When It Counts. The list goes on.. But most importantly, there wouldn't be Wong Fu Productions. Everything in life happens for a reason, guys. :)
How about Donald Trump? Why did he happen? 😂
For people of different races, religions, genders, and opinions to come together to stand against a man who wants to divide.
I almost got in at Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry, but I was born in 1994 that's why I didn't get my Hogwarts Letter as Voldemort's ministry destroyed all muggle-born records during that time.
A very unfortunate event. That cursed Voldemort. Prevented a star wizard/witch from developing.
When Wes wanted to go to MIT like his brother I just thought of Wes as Hiro with his brother as Tadashi...
I'm so glad that Ashley was a transfer student because not many people consider community colleges. It is a real bummer that people look down upon the community college system, even though the benefits are MAJOR! When you are at the age of 17/18 it really is hard to figure out what you want to do with life and it's hard to even know who you really are, and attending a CC really allows you to explore those things.
I attend a CC and as of now, it's the best decision I've made in my life. So I hope students start to understand that the only option isn't to attend 4 year university and that 2 year is a great option to consider as well. Whew sorry! It's just when I was in high school, everyone, including teachers, seemed to look down on the idea of attending a community college, when it really shouldn't be that way. Education is all the same, it's just how you take it in and apply yourself. Make the best of it because being educated is a privilege, not everyone is given that opportunity.
+PockyFTW They really shouldn't say those things as an educator because they should be rooting for anyone who wants to further their education. I'm sorry you had to experience that, but the cc system gives students an experience that you really can't get anywhere else, which is really special.
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it's amazing how these guys got rejected from their top choice of college and yet they are making amazing skits and creative videos. this proves that where you go for school does not determine who you become. I'm starting to believe that some things in life happen for a reason, for example, if Wes didn't get rejected from the college he really wanted to go to, he wouldn't have met Phil and Wong Fu would have never happened. I'm a Freshmen transfer and it's been tough; I hope everything works out. *crosses fingers*
I started with community college and I am SO glad I did! So much less stress and pressure as I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do. Most of my professors were excellent and I got to get my breadth requirements done way cheaper and got to explore classes that I didn't necessarily need because the price was right. After I got my associates degree I worked for a few years and learned a lot about myself and what I actually want and then decided to go back to school and now I'm at UCR. I'm one of the older students here (I'm a 25-year-old Junior lol), which sometimes is embarrassing, but when I look back, I'm so glad I didn't start out here when I was younger because I am in a much better place mentally and emotionally now than I was back then. Also, since I'm older, I get more federal aid, so my loans when I am finished won't be near as high... I feel so lucky to be on the path that I'm on because it is the one that is just right for me. Don't be ashamed of your journey, no matter how different it looks from the journeys of those around you! Life happens differently for each of us; we all have a different story and that is one of the things that makes humanity awesome :)
Love how wes n phil looked at each other when they said they were glad they ended up in UCSD
I just want to talk about my experience.
I got accepted into all the schools I applied to but I'm dirt poor and the scholarships weren't enough. Everyone belittles Community College students but as for me that was my only option so I threw away my pride and attended CC. Don't worry too much about applications and not getting into your #1 school. I'm sure that if you stay motivated you'll eventually find a place where you're happy at. Like they say "everything happens for a reason". Be grateful that you can even get higher education. And yes transfer students have it easier because there's less competition! XD so yay for us!!!
+Miguel 桐嶋 (Miggy) I'm debating on whether or not to attend community college this year, because I didn't get to apply for my ideal college(SJSU) in the first place because my parents couldn't afford me going there for four years due to room/board costs. I got accepted to a local university that I can commute to and save a lot of money but I want to go away for college. I believe community college could be my second chance into getting into the school I've wanted, but the whole transfer process confuses me. If you can help me out thank you! :D
+Alex Kwong Ayyy, I could've applied for SJSU as well but financial issues got the best of me. To be fair, I'm attending a community college that's just minutes away from SJSU, and transferring from a CC to a state or UC is the better way to go. Community colleges allows you to take the prerequisites classes of your major and your GE classes as well. Depending on the CC you go to, you need to have a certain amount of units in order to make an appointment with a counselor and apply for transfer. Honestly, CC is better in my honest opinion, especially when you don't have the money to go straight off the bat into a state school. Like think about it, your first 2 years, you'll be mainly focused on taking GE classes like that of high school. I'm currently paying $48 for 7 classes at a CC to finish up before I transfer. Some people at say SJSU are taking the same class as I am and is paying $5000 per semester. You'll save so much money within your first 2 or 3 years at CC's before you transfer to SJSU that you don't gotta worry bout expenses man. Like Miguel said, everybody belittles CC students, but looking at the better picture, we're practically paying for the same classes for the first 2 years, except CC students gets it for cheaper. Hope my experience helps you make a choice and good luck to you! :P
I plan to go to community college this fall (need to stop procrastinating and actually apply though) and then transfer. The biggest reason is because I don't know what I want to do and also want to save money. I started regretting by decision a bit when I could sense that my family members were judging me or disappointed with me since I have really good grades and I'm ranked 6th in my senior class. What Ashley said reminded me that it's okay and the reason why I chose this path. It made me feel much better. Thank you.
+Lily Do what you want to do. I'm not sure how close you are with your family, but do not let them pressure you into doing what you don't want to do. I'm glad you chose your own path to take! :)
I didn't know what I wanted to do after high school. So I went to the little branch college in my town, and I took a wide variety of classes. I found out what I wanted to do, and now I'm graduating this May with my bachelors degree in Sign Language Interpreting (I was a transfer student)! Honestly, if I hadn't stayed home for my first few years, I don't know if I would be on this path. Figure out what you want to do before you make any big leaps.
+Lily Community College isn't as bad as people make it out to be. It's cheaper than going to a 4 year university where you'll just be in debt. Just do what you want now that you're an adult, you still have lots of time to decide what you wanna do.
+Lily i got into several colleges in my state, but got rejected by my first choice and half rejected by my second. my second choice had a program that required me to take half my classes at community college and half at the university and fully transfer in within 2 years if i maintained my grades. i was initially sad that i couldnt even get into my top 2. but i decided to take a risk and go with the program my second choice offered. at first, i was extremely ashamed. it was awkward talking to my friends who had full admission when i had to take cc classes to be part of the university. it felt weird, like i didnt belong. and my family was super disappointed. however, after my first semester, i learned that this was probably the best decision of my life. i got to save money, make better grades, and now im on track to make a 3.8 gpa in my first year! i looked at some of those who got full admission and saw how they took advantage of the fact they were full admits and lost their drive and dropped out. cc pushed me to try harder b/c i didnt know if i was going to make it to my goal. so in the end, what im tryint to say is that it honestly doesnt matter where you start. it's where u end that truly counts :)
I’m going through the same right now. About to graduate as valedictorian from my high school but when I tell people I’m going to community college they seem to really question it and look down on me. It’s all about how you end and not where you start right? 😅
I left in the middle of my SAT 2's because I had to take a poop.
Very long poop
+appler3 They're still waiting for me to get back...
😂😂😂😂😂@ Bensonq
+bensonq when nature calls, you got to answer. test or no test.
Can't believe I started watching Wongfu 6 years ago from the video "Hitting on Cathy" in 7th grade and now in month and a half in graduating high school and going into my 1st choice university... The feels right now.
Definitely sharing! There was a lot of important points that you guys touched on that 17-24 year olds have no idea about within the college application process! Very insightful and educational!
Dear Wong Fu, I got rejected from not just my top school, but legitimately all my dream schools. I wanted to die. I felt I had no place in this world, but my brother (BU alum) talked to me the same way you guys just did. College is at estimate to what you make of it. Name, pride, sports etc are somewhat important in everyone's decision, and it sucks not to go where you want. But ultimately, it's your life. I thank you guys for taking the time to talk about this issues because it shows me and the other millions of applicants to colleges that life is more than just what college name is on your bachelors degree ❤️
Shoutout to Wong fu for this video man. I'm a transfer student and I'm waiting on my letter, and I'm anxious as hell! Thanks for making this vid, makes me feel good that other people went through this and I needed to be reminded that getting into a school doesn't matter, but it's what u do with it
I really needed this last year, great message for high school seniors. good luck to everyone
chris, SAME. i was rejected from the 3 ivies i applied to (columbia/harvard/yale) which this year also had like the lowest acceptance rates lol. waitlisted to 2 schools, accepted to 2 major public state schools and Duke. i received a full ride to one of my state schools (with a lot of other perks too) so it's basically between that and the name-brand of Duke, but like y'all said, it's deff what you make of it, and i feel like i could do way more for myself and my future through the full ride program. i used to think that i would be looked down upon (especially by my local Asian community) for turning down Duke for it, but i think i've come to terms that their opinions don't matter and i know what's best for me, which is a program that will help me further develop my leadership and prepare me for a kickass grad school. thank you for this video!
Congrats! hope ur college experience goes well!!!
+Jessica Jessicas thank you!!
A few weeks ago during track practice, the email was sent out for acceptance at UC Berkeley and quite a few people made it. It was especially funny because they were tired and burnt out so they didn't take their excitement to the hype level.
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What Ashley said at the end about going to a CC! Yes! So true.
I actually really needed this. thx for the perfect timing wong fu haha
+genesiating Same! :D
This is the most I've seen Wes talk in a lunch break. He seemed really into this topic and I'm grateful for each of you being accepted or rejected and rejecting or there may have not been a Wong Fu
I didn't get in to my dream school for undergrad, but for grad school, they recently accepted me. :) Sometimes getting to where you're meant to be doesn't happen the way you were expecting, so be patient.
+skippykipper101 That's great, congratulations! I didn't get into my dream school for undergrad or grad, but some of my friends did and they seem suuuuuper stressed out there. I'm actually thankful now that I didn't get in to where I thought I wanted to go.
Thank you for uploading this.
This could not have been uploaded at a more perfect time. I'm a senior student in high school and I got accepted into all the programs I applied for all except my 1st choice. I've been struggling lately to make my decision because there are pros and cons to each school and I'm really afraid of making a regretful choice. This video really helped in put things in perspective and become a little less stress. Thanks Wong Fu!:)))
2 days ago I was rejected from a college that I really wanted to get into. I was crushed and I still am. I really appreciate this video and all of your advice. I really needed this! Thank you guys so much!!
+cindahsaur TRUUUST! it only gets better from here 💕
That college struggle is so real. In hindsight, I don't get why we put such a HUGE emphasis on making such a HUGE decision at that age. It's crazy. I'm almost 25, and I am just now thinking about going back to school for interior. Initially out of high school, I went to a school for photography, but I ended up leaving after a year, because frankly I was too depressed to successfully manage everything that was being thrown at me--a lot of weird things happened, and I honestly just couldn't handle it. Now that I'm 24, and I've been working my ass off for the past 4 and a half years living as an adult without a "real" education past high school, I think I might be ready though. And I think it's perfectly okay to admit that I was not even remotely prepared to tackle my whole future head-on as an 18 year old.
I graduated from USC last spring. My husband has no degree. We are now doing the exact same thing together.
Sometimes, having a degree doesn't matter at all.
I can watch Ashley smile and never get tired of it.
This was so nice to listen to :) I'm trying to decide which school to go to and watching lunch breaks has been a good way to de-stress
Ashley's the reason i watch more more wongfu ❤️
You can honestly never tell what colleges want, because you could have a 4.0 GPA, be apart of amazing extracurriculars, and be the best student you could ever be, but there would still be someone better that would get a spot in your dream school.
and that sucks...
I feel so much better after watching this.
Wow, this made me feel so less stressed out! I feel the pressure since my older sister is at Stanford, but dang.... Watching this feels like a load just came off my shoulders. Thank you for this.
I'm still waiting for my Hogwarts letter. It has been a decade but I can wait some more.
Haero Blanc LOL, me too.
This was honestly so helpful. I can't go to the schools I want to go to because of rejections, being wait listed, or the tuition was just too damn expensive. I was so upset because I had worked so hard and it felt like I could have used my time for other things and still go to the CUNY I'm going to. After watching this episode, I feel so much better because the advice at the end hit close to home. I will make the most out of this college experience; I will not be ashamed of where I am going; I will prove to myself that it doesn't matter where I go, it's what I do.
Thank you guys.
waaaahhhhhh!!!!(T-T)only if I knew this 2 years ago when I was senior in high school. Oh well gotta make the best out of it.
same
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I really enjoyed this video! Cali HS student rn and all my life I've heard about the UC's and ivies and Stanford ofc. I thought that if I didn't go to a brand name school, I failed in a sense. You guys talked a lot about the things that I started to learned in the month of college admissions like how college does not determine your future, how you will find your place in the end(major wise too), and how college is not big as a deal as we currently make it in our 17-18 year old mind. I guess hearing you guys say it sort of reinforced the ideas in my mind. :)
Lol btw. I commented for the topic of college since it was March and I was so happy when I saw this in my feed. Either u guys really do read the comments or it was just a stroke of luck. It was really nice timing for me, especially now that all the decisions r out and I'm deciding where I want to go.
I'm going to Berkeley lol. My feelings are hurt.
(I turned down UCLA for it so its even)
Congratulations!
+Cappu Chino aww thanks
+Doug Dang did the same a long time ago, Berkeley will be an experience
You made an awesome choice!! You'll love it here ^_^ Go Bears!
+Doug Dang Go Bears! :-P
The reality and difficulties of the post-secondary school experience is understanding the concept of time. We are constantly forced with meeting deadlines and time is a variable that we cannot control. Trying to figure out what we want to do in the future, waiting for the acceptance to the school of our choice and wondering when we'll see the best of the given scenarios are all based on a matter of time needed to fulfill them. Thanks Wong Fu for reminding me why I push myself through each day and believing that the best is yet to come and when it does, it'll be great.
I'm so glad they're talking about this since I got accepted to my reach school!
+Jen Jung Yay!! Congrats 😄🎉
+Ashley Matsunami my dream school was Uppsala University(located in Uppsala,Sweden) because the founder of Skype attended it and I got in:)
+Robert Tang That's so awesome(: Congratulations 🎉👏🏼
+Robert Tang skype sucks now, damn him for selling skype
+Daniel Patrie mmmm
Thank you. I needed this~college is stressful
"you know you" -ashley
+Lance Lance You DO! 😄👍🏽
I loved this Lunch Break! So much wisdom and truth was spoken. We're so blessed to be able to have going to college as part of our struggle because that means we have the opportunity for an education! Make the most out of your college years! It goes by so fast.
My dream school was NYU, got rejected, then went to another university and then got into med school. The college doesn't matter, its what you get out of it that does. Good Luck with applications.
I usually don't make comments..but this topic is especially relevant to me. I'm a senior in high school now. Got rejected from at least 15 programs and schools (one being my top choice). For others on the same boat as me, what really helped me was knowing that this process in no way lessens your accomplishments thus far. Know that you can still do (and continue to do) great things. I believe in you. Fighting! ^__^
My dream school was Stanford, and I got waitlisted :(
BUT I DON'T CARE PRINCETON 2020!
OMG!! Congrats!
+Sieroni you're awesome
+Sieroni JEEEZ PRINCETON!?! DAMN :D
Wow, congrats! Looking forward to meeting another Wong Fu fan coming to Princeton! (especially another woman of color! #NotAllWongFuFansAreAsian)
charm9392 Yeah, I'm Merican/Texan and I watch Wong Fu as one of my favorite TH-cam channels.
Really loved this video. You guys are such nice ppl
Wow, Wes got into Berkeley!!
This video was a year late but surprisingly helpful. I wasn't able to do to my dream school. This ep is so relatable and comforting. THANKS WONGFU!
I'll be applying in the fall! Striving for Vanderbilt
I went to University of Maryland, failed out... community college for 2 years, then the military for 4.
Back to community college for a year, and now I'm at Columbia University for my final 2 years of undergrad. It's not how you get there, it's the fact that you have your goals, that you never give up and achieve them in the end; sometimes it just takes some time to find your direction
I feel like I wasted 4 years in a University and got a degree with $20K in debt. Finally going to pay off the sum this year after 10 years of paying it off. Now working in a job that has nothing to do with my degree and even doesn't req a degree at all to do. Making peanuts. Oh yeah. That's pretty sad.
But...on the bright side. I'm looking at my friend's friend. He went to a school for a BA, MA, and PHD. Now he has over $300K in school debt. He hasn't worked in 5 years and refused to work any job for less than $90K. Surprising no offers are contacting him. lol
So, who made out the winner in life? lol
So thankful for this!!🙌🏼
i am shocked that chris didnt get into harvard nor usc, seeing that his father attended both. college admissions tend to favor legacy applicants.
As a senior this year who just heard from colleges, I absolutely loved this video. Very uplifting. Thank you Wong Fu. #Wongfu4lyfe
Wes seems really calm until you see his competitive side.(Ramen Cook offs and Mini Golf)
So much inspiration in this video! Thank you guys for boosting a lot of peoples dreams. I think it doesn't matter if its about leaving high school to attend Uni or College or from a post secondary to another, it definitely makes our heart shake waiting for the one acceptance that we have all been dreaming about.
I applied to Brown University ED. I've always wanted to go there ever since I was like 5. Early decisions come out December 14... fingers crossed!
did u get in?
YES I GOT IN ED. Class of 2021!!!!
Amanda Ng CONGRATULATIONS!!!
THANK YOU!
Amanda Ng I'm late but, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
I stream these while I paint and I just sat down with my canvas and all my supplies to find a new one in my subscription box. The happiness is real.
Got the high school letter last month. Got into my dream high school!!
I went out of state to a private university for an accelerated pharmacy program (had to apply during high school), got homesick and grades were suffering so I transferred home to a community college and now I'm at UCI 🤗 After experiencing all types of colleges I can say that education is what you make of it and not to focus on the branding of the school. Also don't be ashamed to do community college, it was a surprisingly positive experience for me. Just stay focus and keep on top of things. AND MY BIGGEST TIP take your first quarter/semester at a new school easy. Usually people take challenging classes their first time and are under prepared (and emotionally stressed). Oh and never put your dreams on hold because of a long distance relationship 👍
+Nancy Mai Don't go back to pharmacy. You're welcome.
I really want to get into Harvard or Columbia. People always tell me it's impossible and that I'll never get in but I still try my very hardest and someday I really that it pays off :)
+clairiemcberrie You can do it! Until you truly try your hardest, you never know!
Word of advice, start as early as possible. Everything starting freshman year counts! And the essays should not be taken lightly... XD
And even if you don't get into your top choice, you'll have plenty of options that are equally amazing. You might not realize it at first, but it's what you make of it! (similar to high school).
Going to Yale in September!!!!
(Got waitlisted/rejected to every other Ivy LOL)
Bowli Polli Wow thanks so much for your kind words :) I wish you the best of luck in Yale! The thing I'm most worried about is how I am going to spend my sophomore and junior year summers :/
+clairiemcberrie take them chill, but I did a summer school program at Harvard my sophomore year, which is called Summer Secondary School or something. Super good for networking and it's perfect if your free June-beginning of August. You live directly on campus and are able to network with professors and actual students. They give Financial Aid which really made it possible for me, and if it's somewhere you want to go, it's a good way to scout out the school. Plus, it's simply a lot of fun!
My junior year I didn't do much, but I went to a National Math Competition but that was only like 3 days (we had summer training though) (it sounds a lot more intense then it actually is) I didn't place high lol. Then I just chilled at home
Basically during summer don't completely stop all activities, try to be involved in at least one thing that you're passionate about, or get a job. It's not meant to be intense or anything like you can totally chill and relax. Just don't slack ;) lol
+clairiemcberrie if possible, try to start thinking of college essay stories for CommonApp and such Junior year August.
I procrastinated and did nothing Winter Break my senior year besides write essays because I was a lazy student.
:/
Bowli Polli Thanks so much for the advice, I really appreciate it! Hopefully I can make it!
Rewatching this after a year, and am proud to say I'm Cornell 2021!! but also, thanks (Chris) for affirming that Cornell is indeed a real ivy. [but haha, phil that penn state joke always stays]
My dream school was Stanford, but I knew I wouldn't get in, but I also applied to Columbia ED..... I was a mess. but I knew what I wanted to major in.....
Chris T.T It's okay. BU is such a good school now
Needed this so much. Because as an asian, education matters and where you go matters too. And I was rejected by schools of my first choice. In the end, I got into a good programme anyway and it's local and relatively affordable. In that sense, I am lucky. This is my final year and I'm glad that I did this programme. I have great friends and it's been the best time of my life so far.
This Fall I'm going to Stony Brook University! It was my first pick :D
+Anthony Lin AYY NY !!
You have no idea how much I needed to hear all of that right now :") This really took off some of the stress I've been having over university. You guys are the best!!!!
I feel school is great for knowledge but know that it's not everything in life. If you fail then learn from your mistakes and move on in life is what I live by.
I was tearing up when Chris was talking at then end and then Phil... lol. Funny enough I submitted my SIR to UCR yesterday, which wasn't my first choice (UCI) but this video made me feel a little better so thanks for the encouragement as always Wong Fu!
I applied to Cambridge to see if I could... I couldn't.
Another good video!!
I also agree, college is only 1 part of life, it's what you make of it!
I know HS dropouts making more then Harvard Doctors, and Harvard PHD candidates that don't know if they will have a job after 35.
My dream school is the University of Washington Seattle and I got accepted! I was supppperrrr scared I wouldn't get in 😅
Thank you for this! This video really helped calm down my nerves about college apps. I won't apply until next summer but I'm already feeling stressed. I'm just really tired of the competitiveness of the whole process.
Wait I'm confused.... I live in Australia so I don't understand the order... Is it elementary, junior high, high school then college?
Correct!
+Sallie Tee thats right!
+Sallie Tee over here we interchange college and university for the same level of school (4 year post high school)... from what I remember you guys in Australia have a bigger differentiation between college and uni where they are separate things
+Panzer_Z Well the words college and university are often used interchangeably, but college can mean a couple different things. There are schools that call themselves "colleges" such as Dartmouth College and Boston College, but individuals schools of thought are also called "colleges" based on their academic categorizations. So a university/college like Emory University has nine divisions, among them Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Oxford College, School of Law, School of Medicine, etc.
in the US, university means a group of college or different schools under one name, so like here in UB, we have school of public health, and school of medicine, school of pharmacy and etc etc, some colleges cannot call them selves univeristy becasue they are just not accredited that way.
My dream school is Stanford, but only because in my tiny tiny early college school, a lot of the alumini get accepted to there. I consider my school to be family and the stress to stay with them really gets to you. For all those students out there, I advise you to take community college classes during high school; it really increases you GPA and portfolio. I got all A's in my core classes and with my college classes, my GPA is now a 4.55 as a freshmen.
The one thing that ruins your twenties is thinking you should have your life figured out. There 30-somethings, 40-somethings hell even 50-somethings that don't know where they are going. Take a minute step back and experience life...stop worrying about what you should do and just do.
Phil and Wes having the same reaction, when they found out that Chris's dad was so boss was amazing.
I like how Phil looks at Wes when he says that he's glad that he went to UCSD... 10:10 Otherwise they probably wouldn't have met to start what they have created :')
So in my year, we had the first ever HKDSE (which is a Hong Kong's version of a nation wide exam or SAT) and I basically failed but somehow managed to pass. After getting our results, I went with my friends to multiple schools that has walk-in admissions, went for interviews. When I got home, I knew that I'm not gonna be chosen in those schools. Long story short - I was grateful that my sister knew about non-local universities and the last school that I checked out offered me to join their vocational course that would guarantee my application for bachelors - and so I did.
I'm gonna graduate in a few months with Bsc in Psychology :)
Also, after applying to UIU-HK campus, when we got home, the weather was so bad that it was the worst one that happened in a while. Grateful and lucky :D
My dream school is Xavier's School For Gifted Youngsters. And my back up is The Jedi Academy but its so far from where I live haha.
Thanks WongFu for the real talk. All newly college students stress about this topic and having you guys as examples can brighten their spirits. Keep up the lunch breaks!
Dream school UC Berkley. Now in Harvard
Taking a gap year has it's benefits too! I graduated high school class of 2015, 4.0, valedictorian, lots of extracirrics, the works. However, I was incredibly burnt out by the end of senior year. I was forced to take a gap year haha because I didn't get into any of the colleges I applied to, even my back-up. But it's allowed me to recharge, refocus, and rediscover the drive that pushed me towards the straight-A track in the first place. Gap years have a bit of a negative stigma to them, but I think that as long as you have a plan to occupy yourself during that time, rather than laze away on the couch every day, then I think they really set you up for the next four years of college.
P.S. University of Rochester for me next year! :)
+Yu-chi Lee I am taking a gap year before med school and i totally understand the whole recharge and rediscover portion! its only a stigma because it is not common, as long as it works out for you, thats all it matters!
+Yu-chi Lee I went on a gap year, still on it 4 years later! #gaplife
My dream school was Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. But I missed the interview with Harry Potter, a local alumni, because I couldn't find Platform 9 3/4, bummer :(
Thanks guys, I really needed this. Maybe not as much now but it feels good to have that kind of reminder. Love you guys
Thank gawd Phil got the food in the corner of his mouth...my ocd was kicking in!
Phil you are so real and personal! I love how you shared your story of taking a drive. I can feel the "genuineness" in your words. I love how you said something "controversial" as advice. That's something I would do. And you are endearingly honest and analytical. While it may seem like you're risking hurting Wes' feelings by discussing the possible thinking process behind his school decisions, I think it shows how much you just want to break things down for people to understand. And this is something I can really connect with. Wes, I hope you didn't take offence at Phil's analysis. But I'm sure you know him well enough to understand. And you are so right. Make the best of where you go, even if it wasn't your first choice. Learning opportunities are everywhere, as long as you can see them! Chris, I'm sure you've heard this before. You are not your parents! Just because they gave birth to you, doesn't mean you have to do or follow as they say/do. Go with your heart. Stick out and be different, as long as you are happy with your decisions. Take up space and don't feel unnecessary. You are here, and you deserve to go where you wanna go, damnit! I'm sure you already know this, but sometimes, you just gotta hear it one more time! Ashley, I wish you talked more about your school experience! I know nuts about being a transfer student, but maybe you felt different and the need to fit in? I'm just assuming of course, so I may be wrong. Whatever it is, anywhere you go, you learn, so I'm sure you did! Love listening to you guys, and now your lunch choices have further driven my decision to eat burgers today!! I better get a good beef patty in mine!! (Haha I'm sorry I splurged most of my comment money on Phil. But I really do like him! As they say, birds of a feather flock together. But don't worry guys, I love you all too. Share the love, y'all!! *hugs* Sorry, I'm a bit out of it because I'm on my period. Don't judge periods, okay?)
Rewatching this after being rejected from my first choice college....
I'm just starting to look into colleges and majors for next year and the stress is eating me alive already😭 the financial and scholarship stuff is so limiting and stressful and there no way to really shake off the feeling of proving yourself
CSU Fresno ... Woot woot
🙌🙌🙌
+lollyla lala 🙌🙌🙌🙌
+Khanh Nguyen you know it
UGH this just made my week! I've already been accepted to a college (also the only one I applied for) and I've decided to go. But it's in a state that a lot of people think is boring and I keep hearing everyone around me say that I won't have fun or a good time. And I'm also really worried that the college doesn't have the specific program I want. Plus the fact that I'm going to be hours away from all of my friends and family and home is super intimidating. STRESS COME ON!!!! So hearing what all of you said has calmed my fears a little bit! 😁
+L.A. Mendoza Maybe it's a sign! Definitely try and think positively! Who knows? You might end up enjoying one of the BEST times in your life!! :) Good luck in college!
really wanna thank wong fu for talking about this topic.. currently waiting for my university application T.T
This video was really encouraging as I go through this process. Thanks guys!
But if UCLA had accepted Wes or Phil we wouldn't have Wongfu!
Thank you Wong Fu for making this video on this topic!
My dream school is UCSD, but I got waitlisted there 😔
But you know what, it's okay because I got into UCI. Sure it wasn't my first, second, or third choice, but I have grown to love and accept UCI as probably the best option for me. Go anteaters! Zot zot zot!
I remember watching this video back during application/decision season and it being so overwhelming I had to turn it off. Coming back to it knowing that I'm going to attend my dream school (UCSD) in the fall is probably the best feeling ever. hs seniors seriously it will be okay, it feels like the end of the world but honestly, you will not die and you will be okay
I applied ED to UChicago and I got accepted. UChicago 2021!
I'm a junior in high school, I'm glad I found this when I did. Great advice :) I'm going to be applying to the Ivies, not sure how great my chance is, but like Wesley said, it's more about proving it to me and my family than wanting to go. Good luck to all the seniors out there!
Ashley is so pretty geez
As an Early College student (I am graduating this spring with my Associates in Arts and High school Diploma), and as a Senior in General, I really enjoyed this video! It definitely gave me a different prespective! Much ❤ fom NC!