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That is the question I have been asking myself since returning to school after almost 2o years. If I could go back in time to my senior year I would have told myself to go to school. I am the first to go to college, but college was never really an option for my family (financially). I would have liked for my single mother (of 6) to have pushed me in this direction,talk to me about college and the importance of an education. I would have gone through all the necessary steps to find as much financial aide, scholarships and grants possible. I did not do this when I started school and lost alot of chances to get grants and scholarships. I would have look at all the options and find a college that gives the most financial aide assistance. I intend on finishing my courses now and returning to get a Bachelors. Education to me is the most important goal I set for my kids an we have always emphasised the importance of education, as well as, become very involved in the education of our children. This has paid off because both my children are honor roll students. .

Talking to myself back in time I would realive that if I gave myself the advice I would need to have a successful life in college then it would alter the future making is so I would not even need the advice after I'd given it to myself. This seems complicated and may avoid the point but as I sit here now I find that if I were to give myself advice I would take away part of the learning process I came to college for in the first place. At the time it may seemed as if i should have prepared myself for this but after that passes, I realize that coming out of the tunnel the light is brighter when I wasn't looking for it then if I had been. I am not trying to avoid the question but I believed I prepared myself best as possible and have learned more as a result of not being prepared for every obstacle the future offers.

Dear Emily, This is some advice from me now, as a college freshman, to me previously, as a high school senior--so you'd better listen up! After completing my first semester of college, and on my way to finish the second, I can honestly say I've learned quite a few things--things I wish I'd known before. That's why I decided to give this advice: 1. Private, Christian college=expensive! You know those few thousand of dollars you earned while working summer jobs? Save it--don't spend it on all those cool clothes you think you need! 2. Get ready to be home sick. I know, you think it'll never happen, but since you'll be 2,000 miles away from home and without family, it gets tough. Stick it out, though--you WILL make it. 3. Soak up Mom's delicious, healthy, homemade meals--and remember to express your gratitude. That cafeteria food doesn't even come close. And stay away from sweets that add unwanted extra pounds! 4. Step out of your comfort zone and be confident. Put those tips into motion and you'll have a grand start! Love, Me

If I could go back to my senior year and give myself some advice, I would tell myself that college is fun. I would want to make sure that I tell myself that the work load in college is heavy and that you want to dive in and start studying in all your classes right away even if you think the class will be a breeze you still need to be prepared if it turns out that it isn't. I would also tell myself that you need to go to all the events at the beginning because that is how you get to know new people and make friends. Have fun and be yourself!

The best way to find out about a college atmosphere and the satisfaction of the students that attend, is to talk to the current students. When visiting colleges, it is important to not only talk to the coach, the administration and the faculty, but also try and talk to students who are current students in the major you are thinking about pursuing. Asbury College was not my first choice as a high school graduate. I placed more importance on the feeling I got from the coach baseball coach as opposed to exploring the attitudes of the students that attended there. Therefore, I made a poor choice intially with the college I selected and was unhappy my entire freshman year. Secondly, it is not important to go away to college in another state, like most of my friends thought was cool. On the contrarery, most of my friends that selected schools within an hour or two from home,have been the most satisfied and have remained at the schools where they began.

I would simply tell myself to start at Asbury and to save more and apply fro more scolarships. I would tell myself not to be so nervous about applying and to apply at Asbury even though it seemed to hard for me. I would tell myself to be confident!

Megan, there is plenty of time to prepare yourself for your future. One day, you will know what type of degree to pursue. You are a hard worker, you love taking life by the horns and enjoying the ride, and you meet every milestone with a promise to endure to the end. So you need money for school: no worries! You didn't work as hard as you did to succeed in school for nothing! Keep living, keep dreaming, and continue to learn every day whether you are in school or not. If you keep trying to do your best then the opportunity for you to further your education will present itself! "You got the makings of greatness in you," says John Silver in your favorite film, Treasure Planet. He continues, "Stick to it, no matter the squalls and the time will come when "you get the chance to really test the cut of your sails and show what you're made of!" Trust me, no one knows better than I do.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself that the transition is not as hard as you think it will be. One thing you should do is really look into your major though, you may surprise yourself and switch. When you get to campus and they tell you to talk to your advisor about your schedule, do it. It is better to take some major classes your freshman year, you may learn things that you didn't realize about yourself through these classes. Listen to mom and dad too, they definitely know what they are talking about. You can definitely make it through this, so don't be nervous and keep your faith.

Don't bring so much stuff you won't use half of it.

I believe the advise I would give myself are to get involved in more scholarship related programs, and/or to take college classes. Then I would tell myself to prepare for college earlier in the year, rather than waiting until last minute.