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I would have wanted to know more about work study and more about scholarships and financial aid options that were available to me. I would have also considered being closer to home more as well.

I would advise myself to keep my GPA up . A good GPA will allow me to qualify for more scholarships. I would also advise myself to save more money . School is very expensive !

If I could go back in time and talk to myself, I would tell myself to work harder and stay more focused on my work. I would also encourage myself to study more even when I might find the material to be easy at times. The more you study, the more you will learn and it will benefit as you further in your career path. I would be more outgoing and form more study groups so it gives you time to interact with students and learn at the same time instead of having to allow time to socialize when you could be using that time to study. I would also tell myself to apply for more scholarhips before entering college so it will be easier to maintain a healthy mind without having to stress whether you get to stay in school or not and having others take out many loans.

If given the chance to go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, the advice I would give myself is time management and get tutors. This would be the best adive for me as a senior in high school because the work is different. In college homework, and studying require more time and effort than in high school. When you put in more time for your work in college you are guarenteed to see better results. I failed to do that my freshman year in college. I had nobody tell me the importance of time management, but now I realize how important it is. i would also tell myself as a senior in high school do not be afraid to recieve help. Most college students have tutors to help them reach their academic goal. Getting a tutor does not mean you are not able to do the work. Recieving help from a tutor means that you want to do better than before or those around you. If given the chance I would make sure as a senior in high school I knew this. If I knew what i know now, then I would be fine.

Always put school first make it your number one priority and make sure to develop a relationship with your professors because they can really help you out when its crunch time. Apply for as many scholarships as possible and look for programs and certifications you can take while still enrolled as a student because all these jobs require specialized training. Also become involved in the different clubs around campus. There are so many things to do and it could help you to become a well rounded person. Most importantly spend your money wisely because those days when your broke will hurt your feelings. Overall the HBCU experience you will love my dear and you will see and exprience things that you thought only existed in the movies. You know how to keep the boys at bay and with all the LBTG pride going on you might have to keep a few girls at bay as well. Never throw shade or judgement and keep the good people when you find them.

I wouldn’t speak to my former self about college at all. When I was in High School, college was one of the furthest things from my mind, a fact that I regret more than anything else in my life. That is exactly what I would say to myself , I would tell me just how much I would come to regret what I had done here, all the time I wasted, where I could have been if I had realized that there was so much more to those years than I had ever thought. I doubt this would have gotten through; I would have most likely laughed at my future self and continued doing exactly what I was doing. It bothers me now, as it will probably do so for most of my life. However, I will not have to go back in time for these mistakes to benefit someone, my children will hopefully benefit and something tells me that will be good enough.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, the first thing I would say is: Don't worry and go with the flow. I have found that everything usually works out in the end. Things might seem to be going all wrong, but it just makes it that much sweeter when things go right. If you are able to not stress out and take things as they come life will be much more simple. The days will go on all by themselves and worrying isn't going to make things go any differently. That being said, planning is very important. The trick is to not plan too much and not to worry. Be prepared for whatever changes might happen, but don't overthink it. This is definitely harder said than done, but being aware of how you deal with stress is the first step. Once you are aware you can try to change how you react. To summarize: Know you to react to stress in order to change. Make plans. Don't overthink. Don't worry. Sometimes you have to go one day at a time. Good luck, self! You'll do fine!

I would educate myself more on the different types of loans and how the financial aid departments for the particular schools that I applied to. By being more educated on loans and the financial department I would have saved myself from a whole lot of worry and stress my freshman year. I would also advise myself to look for and apply for more scholarships offered by the school and locally. Another thing I would advise myself on is to keep up with university deadlines. I missed the opportunity of being considered for scholarships offered by the school my freshman year that I was well qualified for because I missed the deadline. If I would have met the deadline to be considered for scholarships I would have not struggle financially my freshman year. Other advice that I would give to myself is to be strong. Being away from home and being on your own is very hard.

Don't prcrastinate. Always go to class. Don't Party too much. These are common things that many kids are told during their senior year and preparing for college. Now that I have walked down that path I wish I was able to give myself some advice that would have made my transition from high school to college a whole lot smoother. First, I would tell my self not to procrasinate. Doing last minute work is not as simple as it was in high school. I have spent many late nights and even nights without sleeping doing last minute work. I would tell myself to always attend class. Missing class could get a person very behind. Don't party too much. Its ok to have fun, but always remember school should always be a major priority. The last thing I would say is to form a relationship with your teachers and peers because they could be the same people to help you throughout your matriculation in college.

I would tell myself to find a college that was affordable, that offered scholarships and one that had a really good program for my intended major. I'd basically tell myself to research every school that I was interested in attending and to pick a school that would really benefit me. Not a school that's well known because of the hype it gets for it's paties or simply because of the city it's located in. I would also tell myself to fill and apply to as many grants and scholarships there were because it would definitely help in the long run. Not only for me, but for my parents as well.

I wouldactually go visit the campus before i actually make my decision. I would have looked up their major programs to see if it matched my future career goals. I would make my choice based off what's best for my major and not because of the name. I would also prepare myself for a big transition as far as living, work, and education.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschool senior I would first inform her about time management. It is important to know how to set time for partying and how to set time for studying. Most people fail to realize that academics come first. Although many colleges host various of parties and social gatherings, you must have your priorties in order. The second thing I would tell myself is to be yourself. Do not get caught up on trying to become a part of an organization that will dim the light on your individuality and creativity. The last and final thing I would talk to my high school self about is how to maintain a good stress level. College can get a bit stressful with the work loads, new relationships, and keeping good financial stability. It is good to be aware of a few stress relievers that may help decrease some of the stress obtained from college. Things such as, excercising, listening to music, or finding some alone time to think are a few that I engage in now as a college student. Overall, I would let myself know to have fun.

With all the knowlede i have gained growing up, i woulda have taken many different steps to prepare for college. I would have first of all tried harder and applied for as many scholarships as i could have. I would have also went straight to college instead of taking time off as i would have graduated by now. Now that i know the ropes i try to inform my younger siblings to stay on track and do good in school so they can get a better opportunity than i did.

You're now in the final stage of your high school career as a senior. You're now at the top of the food chain but don't let that distract you from the bigger picture. I am days away from completing my first school term at an university. I'm in the position to give you advice on college life and making the essential transition as you take your next step in achieving your goals. College life is great and it’s everything you see in movies plus more. The campus life is grand with events and activities available to you but let that not distract you from your studies; “school first.” To build your resume, get involved on campus as much as possible but that’s where time management comes in; balance your time wisely . Do not take on more than you can handle. With making the transition from high school to college, speak with upperclassmen; they have experience. Take your time in choosing whom to associate with. Choose people that will motivate and inspire you. From everything you do from now on, have faith, determination and dream big. No dream is unattainable. Good luck and God bless.

I spent my high school life in all the "smart" classes, and when you take those classes, there is a lot of talk about college. It's generally assumed that right after graduation, college is what that smart kids are "supposed to do." I got accepted to CSU Fresno with a very big scholarship. The thing was, I was burned out on being "smart." I said no to Fresno State and felt I had disappointed everyone, that I was a loser. The self loathing lasted for years. If I could go back to that time, I would buy myself an ice cream cone and say that I was going to be alright. The truth is, I hadn't disappointed my family. After high school, I had a thriving massage career that they were proud of, which was no less an accomplishment than a college degree. I would tell myself that I should relish my time of learning lessons outside of a classroom, that college would come soon enough. I would tell myself that its perfectly okay go to college when I'm ready-- and that when I finally enrolled, it would be better than I ever imagined.

Dear Ciara, Now that you are a senior in high school I feel that it is the best time to talk to you about everything that you are going to face in college.Although high school was very hard college life isn’t going to be any better but if you commit yourself to your goal you set it will be well worth it.There will be times that you may want to go to certain events during school time but,you must remember that school is your top priority.You should stay away from people who will try and persuade you to do something negative because it will only result in your down fall.You are a strong young lady and believe that you can accomplish anything you put your mind to and you will excel in college because you know you can.College will challenge you mentally,emotionally and physically whether test or the people you meet along the way but, always remember that you are doing this to make something out of your life and you will succeed.I know that you will make a positive figure for others that will travel down your path to come.

The advice I would give myself as a high school senior is the advice that would help me better prepare myself for this college journey. I would tell myself to start applying for scholarships atleast 6 months prior to coming to my institution. I would also tell myself to ask those that are in college how their first experience was and what did they expect to happen in college that did not occur. I would tell myself to really prepare myself not only mentally and physically but financially because the cost of tuition and college expenses is at an all time high. I would tell myself to also make sure I have support and help from family members because although college is an experience you undergo on your own, you still need a support system to help you financially because the cost of living is not easy for a student that is not used to living on their own without a parent or guardian. I would lastly tell myself to work hard and network because the more staff members and people you know, the better chance you have a different opportunities such as jobs, scholarships, grants, and internships.

There are a few things that I would impart upon my past self. I would tell him how important it is to maintain a good credit rating and not to apply for every credit card thrown at home. I would tell him that it is hard to set up a good life for him and his family withouta decent credit score. Also, I would tell him that it is important to focus on his studies in school. There will be plenty of time to have fun after he graduates. What he does in these 4 years will dictate the direction of the rest of his life. I would tell him to find a good balance though. He will burn himself out if all he does is study. He needs to develop some healthy stress relief techniques. Coming from a small town that is predominantly Native American, I would tell him not to get overwhelmed by the lack of people from his same ethnic background. He has to be open to meeting new people and learning about their culture.

Kynesha you must take your school work seriously because the higher your GPA is the more scholarship opportunities are out there for you. Also you must get out of the habit of procrastination, procrastination will effect you not only through college but through life period. Time management and procrastination runs hand and hand it is a must that you have great time management this will help you through college and through your career. It is important that you don't wait till the last minute to complete things. Being an athlete tests you with procrastination and your time management skils. When you enter college you should be one step ahead of everything. Just remember why you are in college, education first social life last. Do not let any temptation stop you from accomplishing your goals.

Don't try to grow up too fast even when you feel like everyone else needs you to. Have more confidence in yourself because we both know you can achieve anything if you truly wanted to and not because of the expectations that have been already set. Make your own set and stick to it, don't falter in your decisions, and believe there are ways of getting there. Especially don't worry about the money stituation because it'll only bring you down along the way, trust me on that one. We both know you love mom and dad but be selfish and go for it without concern for their approval because at the end of the day they'll still love you and back you up on your decision as much as they possibly can. Also remember to cry every once in a while. It's okay and I'm here to remind you that it doesn't make you any less strong for it because holding it in hurts just as much. College is an endless pool of questions and it's up to us to find the answers; but you're never alone, just remember that.