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I would tell myself to put more emphasis in what I would like to do with the rest of my life, before I start school. I know that most people say that your time in college is a good time for you to grow, and find yourself. However, I never found my "calling", there was never that dream career for me. Instead, I just aimlessly changed my major 3-4 times hoping I would find something I liked. Well all that got me was a probation from the school I was attending. I ended up getting a decent paying job(at that time, and age), and so I figured I would stop school and just work. Five years later, I am married and have one year old, and needless to say the decent paying job wasnt so decent after a couple years, I couldnt make anymore money without a degree. Now I am back, a little older & a little wiser. I know what types of jobs I don't want to do, and what will make it easier for success..education. If I could go back, I would tell myself to make it a priority pick a career first.

Hello Khaliyq. I am you from the future here to give you some advice as you get closer to that next step in life. College. I know you like to do everything last minute. But when it comes to getting college materials together you need to start now. Start applying for scholarships. No matter how long the essay is it's worth applying for. Always check in with the college you are going to make sure everything is set for you to go so you won't have to make any last minute calls. I know this sounds like a lot for just a transition but it's worth it. Now Khaliyq when you know you have an assignment due and you really want to go to a party choose the assignment. Parties will always be there. Work is the most important thing. I'm not saying don't have any fun but make good decisions when it comes to getting you work done. Please do not procrastinate either. If you take all of this advice to heart everything should go smoothly. Enjoy your senior year and good luck. Goodbye.

Be serious about the classwork. I am getting over one hurdle but there is a bigger hurdle ahead. Don't be afraid to ask questions in class or to talk to your professor. If the school offers tutoring or writing assistance utilize it.

Always pay attention, so you will know things and know how to study and get as much help as possible ...

You do NOT have to attend a 4-year institution right out of high school! Although, going to the local community college doesn't sound as cool, it will save you a lot of money in the long run. With the emergence of the Studnt Loan Debt Crisis, students have to make more economic-conscience decisions when financing their education. Attending community college for your first two years and then transfering to a 4-year institution in your third year can cut your debt obligaiton in HALF! Community college might not sound cool now, but you will be in better shape after graduation compared to the 'cool' kids ducking lenders as they demand repayment! Also, just say NO to private student loans!!! Sidebar : I really wish I had a mentor to give me this advice as a HS senior. it would have saved me a TON of $$$....and headaches.......and pre-mature grey hair !....did I mention a TON of $$$! Thanks!

I’ve changed very much since I graduated high school, so I’d have a lot to say to myself. First, I’d say that I was in for a long haul. Since graduating, I’ve been orphaned, homeless, and working full-time to barely make ends meet. I’d tell myself to start meditating, and to thicken my skin, as if I were an immovable bronze statue. But most of all, I’d tell myself to hug my mom a little tighter, and to put of college for a year. I’d be able to record her stories and songs. I’d ask her about everything I could, while I had time. And, eventually, I would be able to say goodbye on my own terms. I lost my mother suddenly and wasn’t even told that she was in the hospital- she passed away within one day of being admitted. And I’d tell myself that no matter what, I’d be okay. Life would get better. I’d grow up and lbecome a stronger person. I'd say that it's okay to cry, but to continue moving forward and to push until the walls came down.

I would tell myself to KEEP YOUR MATH GRADE AT a B or HIGHER because math is not one of your strengths. Work on scholarships none stop from 9th grade until the day you graduate. Visit the colleges you are accepted to and decide whether you like them. GET a JOB! Begin to figure out what you would enjoy doing for the rest of your life and take classes accordingly.

The advice that I would give myself is trying to stay focused on what you want out of life because college is hard and you must stay focused to achieve and accomplish the things you want out of life. Being a tranditional student, I see many young students flunking out of college before their first year but if they take their time and study their class work they will be more likely to succed while in college.

“Never stop believing in yourself because, in the end, you are all that you can rely on in the world. Learn to be patient with yourself and know that giving up is never an option when it comes to education” are the words that I would passionately deliver to my past self. Since the beginning of my university experience, I know I have made several mistakes. The most scaring of those mistakes include being too arrogant and neglecting patience. During the tenth grade, I decided to tackle the SAT because I thought I would do extremely well. After receiving less than expected scores, my confidence was waned. I could not bring myself to retake the SAT, in fear that I would not meet expectations. This fear kept me from attempting other ventures, so I began dual enrollment at a mediocre school. I stayed at that mediocre school which was a daily reminder that if I had pushed myself, I would have done better. Though going back in time is not possible, I am more confident in myself now that I have realized my mistakes.

The advice that would give to myself is to attack education with a fearless attitude,and to believe that i can do anything that i put my mind to. I would prepare myself for the opportunity of a lifetime to grow personally and academically.

I f I knew now what I needed to know back then I would have did alot of things differently. I would ask for more help and stop being afraid of the help. I would have did more scholarship applications, further research on how the school helps the students to adopt. I would've pray every step of the way. Met advisors who would steer me in the right direction. I should've have had a plan layout set out for my schedule to study and relax , an take my scheduled assignments more seriouslyso i can be done with it soon instead or delaying them. I would have told myself back then that I needed to stay focus and continue making good grades, studied hard, meet people who were on the same page of education level you are on. I would have stay motivated and encourage when it really matters, mostly the tough times . As a senior my direction to succeed should have been at a serious level but I didnt have the income to be that best I needed to be so that I can to apply to colleges, retake the SAT and ACT.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself one thing. Do not slack off. College is not at all like highschool. Highschool is a place where you can get by with last minute cramming for a chemistry test or skipping class. College is not at all the same. If classes are missed, it effects your grade. If you try to study five minutes before an exam, well, chances are you will not be recieving a good grade for that exam. In order to succeed in college you must try your hardest. Even if it means you have less of a social life, in the end you'll have a degree worth mentioning and be able to prosper in so many things as an adult. College is the most important part of your life proccess. So you must do your best in order to become the best.

As a time traveler on a mission to persuade my high school self I would use life my current life experience to prevent myself from waiting college time. I would tell myself to take advantage of courses offered by my high school and not let the 7 community college credits available walk away. As a senior I had two classes that not only qualify as high school credit for graduation, but jumpstart your IGET-C transferable credits in two subfields. A 10{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} transferable credit courses should not be waited by anyone, but the time has passed and I wasted that time. Beyond that I would inform myself of the bumps along the way to a transfer and tell myself to focus and not let anything keep me from tranfering to a four year university in less than two years. Time is precious and it never comes back, 5 years after graduating from a California high school and never have I been closer and moving faster than the last two semesters. My main objective would be to scare myself into a focused education.

I would tell myself to take my school work seriously. I would focus on the importance of education and the bright future it promises. College is not boring. Life long friends are also made in college. College can open the door to the future. There are social groups and programs that will give the opportunity to travel the world. College education changes the way you view life and helps you get involved in the community. Education gives you freedom to what you want to do in life. One thing on one can take away from you is education. College helps you find ways to stand up for the less fortunate and helps you find a way to improve your life and the life of others. Friends and future business partners can be met in college. In college you can meet people from different face of the earth. You can learn different cultural values that can help you be culturally sensitive. In college you can broaden you talents. There are different departments that can help you reach your dreams. If you have love for music or arts, there are classes and ways that can help you reach your goal.

Assuming I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would give myself serious advice! Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, would lead me to advise myself, "Do not start the college process if you're not serious enough to finish it!" Choosing to go to college is not a decision to make lightly or to make because "all of your friends are doing it." College is a serious decision! If you are determined to go to college, give it all you have. The transition from high school life to college life will be challenging and intimidating; including new responsibilites, new levels of course studying, and forming new associations with many people of different ethnicities, ages, and cultures. Don't fear...college life will get easier with the familiarity of your campus and your college routine. Also, know the difference between those who have and those who do not have your best interest at heart. Remember to accept constructive criticism from college Professors and don't listen to others who negatively criticise and discourage you. Believe, Trust, and Rise to meet your goals and aspirations!

The advice I would give my high school self about college would be to go ahead and do the Medical Transcription Program right after high school. You do not want to wait four years after you graduated from high school. If you wait that long, it makes it harder to go back to school. You would not want to go back school, but you need the education. By going to school for the Medical Transcription Program, you will have a full time job with good pay. You will be able to save you money, buy land, and have a house built. By doing the Medical Transcription Program after high school, you will be to start sooner on all of your future plans. Lyndsey Brown Roane State Community College

Back in High School in my native country Honduras, gpa was not a big deal. I had no idea I was going to study abroad. I would tell myself to not only try harder in my classes, but to get involved in different kinds of activities such as recycling, sports, etc... My school did not have much to offer. I would have told myself to get advice from my proffesors since most of them got their degrees in the United States.

If I were capable of going back to myself in the senior year and giving knowledge to help in the transition to a higher education, I would tell myself to start preparing during the beginning of my senior year and not to wait because I needed so much information that I did not have. I would tell myself to file for the FASFA by the end of February because there are more scholarships and grants that's deadlines are due before the actual FASFA due date. I would also tell myself that I need to be patient and trust in my capabilities because self-doubting can cause self-esteem problems that will interfere with my goals. I would also let myself know that all people are different; that not all people carry the same view of the world. This meaning that reality is open to interpretation. I would do this is because I would let my younger self know that not all people will agree on your opinion and that is what allows for diversity and individuality and to make myself not start college out trying to get others to see the same view that I do.

If I could hold a conversation with myself, going back in time, I believe the best advice I could give my self would be: "Keep your eye on the prize". I would encourage me and tell me that while things may be tough at the moment, I have the fortitude to stay focused and finish the task at hand. I'd tell me that many of things that I think mattered then, may not really have mattered ten minutes later, ten days later or ten years later. I would tell myself that a little setback, was exactly that, a little setback. Failures are not forever. You're going to great! Believe in you!! "Keep your eye on the prize"!

I would tell myself to go in with a clear mind and stay completely focus. College is not the same as high school where you could study the night before for a test and still do well. It's all about consistancy and persistance. Have faith in yourself, do your best, and choose your friends wisely. If you follow these guidelines then you will do just fine because I believe in you!