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The best advice I could give myself would continue with college life that I have so far. Since college life would be the door to face a quality of life responsible, educated and with a good profession. Besides we expand our knowledge and know people with our own thinking.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about I would tell myself about tuition and to apply to as many scholarships as possible. I would make myself do as many scholarships as possible so i could get money and i would not have to worry about taking out student loans today. I would also tell myself to get a job so I would not have started college with no money. I would have told myself to save as much money as possible and to have botten a car so i would not have to be walking to places. Lastly, I would tell myself to have done better in my personal statement that i did to apply to some UC schools since i did not think it was good enough. I do not regret coming to the school I am attending but i would be happy knowing that i tried my best in my personal statement.

i would say. to go with my gut feeling and insticnt when it comes to picking the right school for you. i would say to utilize all the studying habits you learned in high school. save money now because you will most defenitly help you in the end and to not be discouraged by the amount that it cost to seek more scholarships and finacial help. there is hope and there is help out there and finacial assistance you just have to be willing to put in the work to find it. :)

If I could go back and talk to any high school senior and give any pointers or advice I would say that time management is the biggest adjustment you have to make going into college. When you go to college you are hit with so many changes you have to adapt quickly otherwise you will fall behind, when you start the first thing that is noticeably different is the amount of down time you have in college. Even though you have a lot more time to have on your own you should get your school work done first because procrastinating will always result in an obstacle. Another piece of advice I would give is no matter how far away or close you are to your family stay in contact with them. Your parents are used to being a part of your everyday life. Once you move out or even start attending college have started on this new journey that is the beginning of your new life and all your parents want is the best for you. Family will always be there for you through thick and thin. And last but not least enjoy your college years they are the best!

Going back as a high school senior would allow me to tell myself so many things. For starters I would have told myself to study abroad for a semester. This became especially appart after I served in an orphanage in Africa for two weeks. I also feel like I would have told myself to prepare more for college, such as finding more scholarships for college early on. I also wish I would have explored other swimming and water polo programs in order to find the best fit.

College is easy and the transition to college life is easier than you think. Be excited because this new chapter in your life is an important one, but it goes by extremely fast. Everything happens for a reason, so learn from your mistakes for they'll make you wiser. In college, you will grow spiritually, mentally, and physically. You will push yourself pass limits you thought you could handle. You are never alone, even when you feel misunderstood. When you feel like you have hit rock bottom in life, remember if this is the bottom, up is the only way you can go. Two sayings to live by: 'Carpe Diem' and 'Momento Mori'. Carpe Diem mean live each day to the fullest; so regret nothing. Momento Mori mean remember that we are all mortal and we will all eventually die; so live each day as if it was your last. Life longer, Love deeper, Laugh harder!

Dont rush yourself. Be postively sure that you are in a place where you can place everything you have into your college experience. Take as much time as you need and dont listen to the clock ticking. Happiness is more important than grades. Be yourself and dont forget about where you came from. Know your goal and always stick with it. You always dreamed of becoming an attorney and you will, but do not sacrifice your well being for others expectations. You have made it this far and you always knew deep down you would be successful. It is emparitive that you are in the right place when you enter college. Keep your dreams high. You can become the president. Always fight for loyalty, equality and your friends the way you always have. Never bend or bidge on your goals. Never forget about your dreams, always help your friends. The difference between those who make it and those who don't is ambition. Dont be too abrasive, but prepare for a battle. It will not be easy, but you have done just fine alone your whole life and you will continue when your ready for dollege. Bend, don't break.

Looking back, it seems as though my senior year of high school has passed by me without time to really enjoy it! As a senior, I felt that I was so eager to graduate high school and go on to college that I lost some of the nostalgia and enjoyment of being a senior. It was the final year for me to enjoy spending time with my classmates and relish the memories I had created with them. Transitioning to a new college was not easy at first, but I have learned to enjoy the different people around me and the diverse things that they can offer. It is important to enjoy the moment and realize that academics should not be the only core of your focus while attending college. I suppose if I had to sum up advice to myself during my senior year at high school, it would be as follows; enjoy the time you have left with your classmates and friends. Do not be too anxious about the future, but rather enjoy each day you have with those around you. Make sure to not only live life, but to live life in the moment.

Marlon, I know that the future looks stressful. SAT tests to take, college applications to look over, and financial aid will all take toll while you cram for exams and search for that perfect Prom tuxedo. I just want to tell you though, "No worries!" Like Grandma always tell you, "If anything good will happen, it will" and it definitely does in the end. I know you have put in a ton of work your past three years in high school, and trust me when I tell you that it will all pay off. I know that your mother isn't there to support you when it gets tough, but the emotional strength that you develop this senior year will give you the courage throughout any struggle in college. Remember to constantly spend time with your siblings and never forget to thank your father for the advice and wisdom he has given you in your senior year endeavors. Don't slack off for those AP exams and study hard for those finals you're taking at the community college. Stay close with your best friends and most importantly, make sure you have fun! Good luck!

The advice I would give myself from the best when I was a high school senior is that to study harder in high school. Because I slacked alot in high school and now that I am in college I learned that college two times harder than high school. And if I were to study harder in high school I would have a better study habit and could have gotten more scholarships with that high GPA. And also to be more active with my highschool, such as joining clubs or joining the leadership group. Because it looks better on your application and it also builds character as I am in college.

Young Alexa, Be wise about the courses that you choose to take. Just because you are taking a college class doesn't mean it will count towards the degree that you want to get. Use your resources, talk to the academic advisors and tell them what you plan to do. If you don't have a plan take the time to really think about what you enjoy and what you are good at, and also consider what is happening with the economy. You don't want to graduate from college and then not be able to get and job and start paying your loans back. Don't be embarrassed to ask questions! There is no such thing as a stupid question. Spend your time and your money wisely, there will come a time when even entry-level jobs are hard to come by so don't take your employment and your money for granted. And Finally, be thankful that you have been blessed with a good family that will always support you in whatever way they can. Not everyone gets a family like yours. Good Luck, An older, wiser Alexa

Emily, I know you tried college at nineteen and didn't like it and it was a scary experience. The foresite I have will help motavate you to remain in college and push through the fear. I know that you have only envisioned yourself as a stay-at-home mom, but what you don't know is that at age 35 your husband will have an affair and as a result of the affair, have a baby with the mistress that helps end your eleven year marriage. You will then find yourself a single mother of four sons living on welfare and food stamps struggling to have enough gasoline to go school four days a week. I know this looks and sounds hopeless, however now that you have this information, going to nursing school is one of the best things you can do for yourself confidence and your future sons to be independent and self-supporting woman.

Advice i would give would would be to take AP classes and not have it so easy senior year because that way you are not so shock with all the stress. Also, to get more involved on campus and lead clubs. Another thing would be spend your time filling out and searching for scholarships all the time. One more thing would be to not take for granted the free days that seem to appear daily in high school that almost never happen in college.

I am currently attending my first semester at Miami Dade College as an International Student. The first day I went there, I felt like I was home. The people were so welcoming and enthusiastic. My advisor, Sylvia helped me out to choose my classes and these are a perfect fit for me. In every class, the professors provide an excellent and pleasant ambience through their passion for their work, their support and their concern about students’ success. This environment makes us comfortable and eager to learn. The staff trusts, respects and encourages its students. They are always present for us. Miami Dade College gives me great opportunities for my development as a student which will be helpful later for my career. Another amazing fact about my college is the diversity of culture. The five continents are represented among staff and students. It perfectly corresponds to the image of Miami and to today’s Business World: A World of diversity and exchange. After six months at Miami Dade College, I feel a real change in my academic and personal life. That is why I am exited to extend this wonderful and valuable experience and encourage everyone to choose Miami Dade College.

It has been valuable for me to attend California Baptist University because I have learned numerous things in my classes, about myself, and about my religion. The atmosphere at California Baptist University encourages students to learn more about God and His plan for each one of us. Due to this atmosphere I have learned what it is that I am going to do with my life which if I had attended any other school I would not have found out about mu future plans and the opportunity for my life this career will open.

My college experience has been really great so far. It is definitely a lot of hard work, but it is also very rewarding. I have made so many great, real friends and I have been surrounded by a loving comunity, which I believe is very important. It has been very valuable to attend because I have learned a lot, but most importanly I have grown a lot. I have started to really learn who I am and what I want in life and i believe that Cal Baptist has had a lot to do with that. The community is unbeatable.

My college experience has set me on a life long quest to continue learning. Learning from experts in my field of study was so valuable to me now working in the field. I also have made lifelong relationships to glean off of when I need expert advice. This experience taught me that goals can be reached no matter how long it seems to take. It has encouraged me to continue reaching towards that final goal of finishing my graduate degree and getting licensed in my field. Doing this will enable me to work and make an income doing what I love. There is no other preperation better than this.

For me, College has been a tremendous learning experience. Academically, I have studied philosophy, psychology, sociology, communications and writing. Socially, I have learned how to be part of a community, how to make friends for life, how to be patient, and how to love. I have read hundreds of books and attended thousands of lectures, but the single most important lesson I learned in college was not found in the library or the lecture Hall. The single greatest lesson I have gotten out of my college experience is that I can do anything I put my mind to. College has taught me to forget the word can’t. With the right attitude and with the right determination, I can pass any test, learn how to do any thing, and achieve any goal. This attitude has been by far the most important, valuable, and enduring thing I have taken from college. Without it, my life would not look the same.

My college experience was great because it helped me transition from being a kid to being an adult. It gave me a safe environment to grow and learn and really become who i was going to be from who I was. It is valuable to be at CBU because there are boundaries and guidance helping students to make good decisions and become men and women who will be able to engage the world around them, making it a better place.

Make the initiative to visit colleges and talk with counselors to see what's best for me to attend college once graduated from high school. Make sure that the major I pick is what I really want so I accomplish the degree that I desire. Prepare myself to get all the necessary documents and start filling out application for financial aid. I will just do the overall preparation of going to school and make that I have everything in order and continue to speak with counselors.