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I would have to tell myself to jump on every available scholarship that the school was offering for me. Every dollar helps in college. I was very lazy about applying in high school and therefore now I am filling out this survey to try and win 5,000 dollars so that I can attend college and graduate. I am currently running out of money and my parents decided to make me pay my own way through college. Know this I would've have found an easy job in the summer and put the money away to help throughout the school year. Also I would have done everything I could've to be sure I graduated with a 3.0. I would not have taken any A.P. courses if I would've known how much they would affect my GPA before I graduated. I would have also studied extremely hard for the SAT so that the possibility of getting offered a scholarship would have been much greater. Also I could have clepted the Regents test. The test determines whether or not you can graduate college. This is what I would do if I could go back to my senior year.

If I could go back as a high school senior and give myself advice, I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships and financial aid so I could go away from my hometown instead of staying here. I would also tell myself to apply earlier to colleges and to have done more research on the colleges that I wanted to go to.

That advice for getting ready for college and making the transition would have to be, do not listen to everything everyone says it is not as bad as everyone makes it sound. I also recomend filling out scholarship applications while you are in high school, just because it would make life a whole lot easier and you could use the money to get your car fixed. Also sign up for earlyu classes, it will make physical training with your ROTC unit easier so you can go home and sleep and not become a regular on ASUs couches. Also, do not be afraid to ask questions people arent as unfriendly as they appear, and be sure to bring lunch from home and most important remember when registration is, because the bottom of the barrel wasnt good to us. Keep up the hardwork, it will pay off eventually.

I advice to myself is keep up the good work

I would tell myself to save as much money as possible because college life is expensive, especially the books for classes. I would also tell myself to enjoy spending time with friends and family, because more than likely you will never see the majority of your high school classmates again. Family is important, and I would tell myself to spend more quality time with my siblings and parents, because living three hours away from home, working on the weekends, and being a full-time student does not leave much time to spend with family when they are so far away. The summer before college is the most important and should be spent relaxing and enjoying your last summer. I attend summer courses so the last true summer I had was the summer after I graduated high school; after college, there are no more summer breaks because hopefully, you have a job based on the degree you just earned. I would also tell myself to be picky about my roomates, good friendships can be made or broken based on living with a person, and it should not entered into without much consideration and thought.

If I could talk to myself when I was a high school senior I would say make the best grades possible. Making good grades will help you obtain a higher grade point average. When I was a senior in high school I was pregnant, it got hard at times but I pushed myself to make A's and B's and it really helped bring my grade point average up. Another thing I would tell myself is to read more; I feel that reading is a big part of college and success. You would never catch me with a book in my hands unless it was required for a class; however, if I would have read more boks in my free time it would have helped my brain grow and I would not be taking a support class for reading and English. Finally, take notes your teacher does not talk or write notes on the board for her beneifit it is to help you. Taking notes and paying attention in class will higher your chances of passing tests and the class. Education is very important and must be taken seriously especially if you want to do good in college.

When I was a high school senior, I tended to think that I could allow myself to slack off during class. Although I maintained an A-B average, I wished that I would have taken the time to apply myself more diligently. Also, I would advise myself to apply for more scholarships. I thought that since I would be attending a local college, that I would not need to receive many scholarships. I have realized now however, that it would help greatly. Also, I would tell myself that I fretted too much over situations that could not be controlled. My constant fear was that I was not wearing the right brand of clothes or that my friends thought little of me. I realize now these are not important in life. Finally, I would encourage myself in knowing college life to be not as difficult as I had perceived. It has been a wonderful transition and I have learned so much. I have grown in both knowledge of intellect and in practical intelligence. I believe that I would have been very encouraged by knowing how easy and rewarding college life is to those who apply themselves and work diligently.

I would give advice about the environment. The environment that you will experience as a college student is way more different than the high school experience. First, the studying environment has to be change. High school is so easy to get passing grades because teachers provide with studying materials; however, college is different. Students need to sacrifice their time to read the materials and finish assignments in ahead of time because professors will expect full responsibilities from the students. Second of all, students need to be aware of general environment. College life will be exciting because students will gain much more freedom than from the high school. There will be parties and exciting moments that students can be involved. However, the students need to manage their time to overcome these temptations. Of course they can have exciting time in college, but they need to know the priority which is the education is the first priority than the extra activities.

I would tell myself to stay focused on my academics, because there is a big price to pay when you take your eye off the prize, even for a split second. I would also prepare myself for the real world. When an individual is in high school, they are still very much sheltered and controlled by their parents; when a student goes off to pursue higher education, parents are not there and you are then forced to make decisions and live on your own. This step is something I was not ready for. If I could go back to senior year of high school, I would prepare myself more for the real world.

Be more prepared for the work load you are about to take on. It is so much different from high school and you need to be prepared to do things on your own. Also, learn now how to handle yourself and manage your time. In college, professors dont make you do things or you get a detention or punishment for not turning in something on time. You are on your own in college and the professors dont care if you do things or not. They will give you a zero without second guessing it. If possible, go away to college. You grow up more and learn how to be responsible without the shelter of your parents. You come into your own quicker and can live life more to the fullest without having to submit to your parents rules under their house.

When it comes to finding the right college and making the most of the college experience, It takes a lot of work. You have to think about tutition, housing, financial aid, books, school supplies, location, transportation, and food. Some people are not able to afford for tuition and other college expenses and that is where the hard work comes in. Its easy to attend an in state university or college, because fortunately its less expense, more convient, and less hassle. For some people an in state college may not be the right school for them. In that sistuation I would encourage students and parents to be involved in filling out more scholarships, fill out your fasfa, maybe take loans, and encourage them to set aside money every week or two weeks. Its not a good idea to just pick the least expense college, because you have to take in consideration which school has your major, how long do you want to stay in school, and does the school provide some of the qualities or extra curricular activities that you want. That is what I would tell a student or parent to take in consideration when selecting a college or university.

Always be sure about what you are looking for in a school and know ahead of time before you go and look at them or tour them.

I would tell the student to follow their heart. Chose the right school for you. Do not worry about what your friends, family, or teachers think. In the end it will be you at the school and you need to be happy to succeed. If you are unhappy, no one wins. Make sure you check out everything your school has to offer before going, not only academic, but socially as well. Join at least one club...this will help you with your resume and help you know the school.

College is what you make of it and the location and prestige is only a fraction of the experience. Parents should consider the financial burden college is going to become and budget accordingly. In these tight economic times, I feel equally eligible for the job market as I would if I had gone to a more expensive university. Students be sure to get involved in campus organizations and off-campus in civic groups or churches. These places are where life experiences happen and life-long friends are made. Be wary of using your credit card too much and save money when you can so when you face the transition between college and the "real world" you will be most prepared.

I would advise to think about what your plans are for the future and pick a college around that. Big expensive colleges known for their partying and football are not always the best/cheapest way to go.

Allow students to work through their own classes. Do not push your child into any particular subject until they are 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure that's the area of student they want to be in.

Just make sure you visit alot of colleges till you find the right one for you

The difficult decison of selecting a college to recieve your education from can be difficult because so many campuses offer the opportunities that you are looking for, or maybe you are not even certain what you are even looking for. It's important to get the facts on what interests you, so that you can make an informed decision when you're ready. The first thing is, don't worry about names when you begin looking at a college. The worst thing you can do is choose a college just because it's one that everyone has heard of, or that all your friends will be attending. Instead, think about what degrees or programs interest you, and what size campus is best suited for you. You may even want to visit campuses close to home, even if you know they're not your first choice, just so you have something to compare with your other choices. Look at class sizes, tuition and financial aid, and even if that they have a sport or extracurricular activity that interests you. When you narrow down your choices, visit if possible and talk to students, professors, even alumni before making the decision.

My absolute most favorite part of college was my relationship with my professors. I felt drawn toward each of their offices every day and knew I was welcome to visit them whenever I pleased - whether it was for homework questions or just to shoot the breeze. I would suggest to all college students that they really get to know their professors. Not only did they answer my immediate questions, but I've made valuable references for life. I would suggest that students take advantage of their campus faculty and staff. I did not limit myself to only getting to know faculty. I became close with the main office staff, the alumni staff, and even the janatorial staff. It felt great to walk down the halls of the science building and have a chat with Mr. Ibrahim as he swept the floor or to stop in the Chemistry and Physics office to ask the secretary how her grandchildren were doing. I made an honest effort to understand the lives of the people who did so much for my college. I ended up developing some very close friendships and gaining more wisdom than from just my classes alone.

Go with what is right for you. Don't worry about what everyone else wants. Do whats best for you!