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Knowing what I know now I would tell myself to really take school seriously and figure out where you want to attend college. Also figure out what it path you intend to take when you leave. Make sure you have "all your ducks in a row" and have a clear cut plan. Lastly I would tell myself to not screw up the year by not taking it seriously and not achieveing the grades I know are possible from myself and really push myself to reach for the stars and give all I have.

Looking back, I realize I made a lot of mistakes when picking my college and my career. I was not confident in myself and I didn’t think I would do well at a four year school. Instead of believing in myself, I decided to go to a vocational school and pursue my cosmetology license so I would be done with college in a year. Unfortunately, cosmetology wasn’t my passion, so after completing my degree, I enrolled at John Wood Community College to pursue a degree in Office Technology, knowing it would be easy. After one year there, I decided what I really wanted to be is a Paralegal. Even though the thought of going to a four year school terrifies me, I know that I have to believe in myself and go for it. I would tell my high school self to not be afraid of taking on big challenges. If I had gone to a four year school straight out of high school, I would have been almost graduated by now, instead of starting over. Life is full of challenges and surprises, so you must hang on and enjoy the ride.

Keep your GPA above 3.5 and practice good study habits. Try to get as much volunteer work as possible on your resume. Start applying for scholarships as early as possible and start saving money now because college is expensive!

Now that I have experienced the stress of not knowing what I want to be in life and not discovering what I love/care about, I would have told myself in my senior year to explore my interests. I wish I had joined more clubs and had a desirable hobby or interest. Unfortunately, my last year of high school was a very stressful time. However, most students I realized do take years to find their passion in life. To make up for lost oppourtunities this year I am joing a ski club and hopefully an art class. I was upset to find out that Colorado State University doesn't have a tennis club so my idea was to create one. I intend to take full advantage of the power this school allows me to use.

With some college experience under my belt, if I could travel back in time to talk to my former self, there are a few pieces of advice I would give. The main point could basically be summarized into one thing--time management. With so many new opportunities available, there's just too much to do! I would recommend rationing your time between the most important things at this time; studying is important, but don't spend all your time locked in your room with your head crammed into a book. Instead learn in study groups- that way you get to meet new people and have the social aspect and education simultaneously. Now this type of multitasking is better than trying to read and eat at the same time! Also, take some time off and relax. By that I don't mean sit down and play video games; go out and enjoy a new activity- that's what the intramural fields are for! With all these new influences, they will expose you to the different facets of life and will help you determine what really matters. Let these next few years guide you, build you into a responsible and passionate adult.

Hi me. It looks like you are doing fine as a senior. I came here today to give you some advice on college life in general. You are definitely gonna have a lot more fun in college than you are having right now in high school. There is a lot more freedom in terms of picking classes. There are a lot of things that are more enjoyable such as dances, fundraiser, and fun contests. The staff is your best friend. They will help you with anything and everything you need from signing up for classes, admission, and financial aid. It is their job to make your life easier. You won't feel as restricted when ur in college than you do right now. There is one last thing I have to tell you. Your life will truly begin when you're in college. The most important thing: good luck on graduating at the top of your class.

Sign up for every scholarship there is regarldess of how much it gets you. Every little bit counts and will help you when it comes to paying for college so that you aren't stressed about having worry about financial issues when you can just worry about school. Also, to spend those extra minutes going over every thing you do to make sure that there aren't those little mistakes that could cost you a point.

I would tell myself to make my college decision based on my needs instead of on the opinions of my family. I chose to attend this school because my father wanted me to be closer to him; however, I knew in my heart that this was not the university that suited me best. I ignored my needs and chose this school because of my father's wishes, but I have made the best of the situation by earning good grades, getting involved on campus, and building lasting friendships. Unfortunately, the first big decision of my adult life was made using the wrong criteria, but I have many more decisions ahead and I have learned an invaluable lesson from this mistake.

I would tell my high school self that college isn’t as hard as every teacher and counselor said it was going to be. Yes, the assignments are more difficult, but almost all teachers will work with you and there are several student resources there to help me succeed. I would also tell myself that it is ok to wait to go to college if the finances are not there because it is better to wait a few years than to go into so much debt that it becomes a financial burden. Apply, apply, and apply for scholarships and grants to ease the tuition and fees. A degree may be worth more money in future employment, but there is no guarantee that there will be a job right after graduation. The most important advice I would tell myself is don’t be afraid to put myself out there. Get involved with groups, volunteering, and getting to know other students. It is important to build those relationships to learn about others and to have the connections later on. Also, the best people to talk to and ask for help are those side-by-side with you, going the exact same path.

Similar to your public speaking style, you are rushing, take a moment. You are considerate and thoughtful, but naïve. Consider those qualities when moving on to the next step as a high school senior: finding the college meant for you. You enjoy shopping, do some online shopping for a shiny new school. What school fits your wants and needs? Yes, this is the secret. Determine what the school can do for you. Admissions committees enjoy being glorified. If you find the school that interests you the most, apply to it and give it compliments, it will accept you. You like to be accepted-by people, schools and everything in between. Go back to the counseling center, they know what to do. They are both wise and book smart, you however are just the latter. Remember you're only 17, so don't take it personally. Also, remember, you will always find the solution, whether it's the college to attend, the answer to a crossword puzzle or a statistics problem, you are good at it...(hint: especially the latter), but you still need to work on your public speaking, so maybe take more of those classes too.

If I had the ability to travel back and time and confront myself as a high school senior, I would remind myself why I wanted to attend college in a different state. I would encourage myself to not let the size of the school overwhelm me. The willingness to try new things, explore options and embrace change are key elements to being successful. I would tell myself that in order to feel like more than just a face in the crowd I need to break out of my comfort zone and pursue my interests in regards to joining a club or organization. I would tell myself not to stress over being undeclared, but rather embrace all the different possibilities. I would remind myself to maintain a balance in regards to time dedicated to schoolwork, my job, and building new relationships with the people I meet. Overall, I would advise myself to throw caution to the wind and never take for granted the opportunities that college presents.

I would tell myself to work on better study habits. College is hard and requires lots of work and time to learn the material. I never studied in high school for test because i ususally got A's. I dont think that is a smart choice because i never learned how to study or what works for me. Now i am struggling with figuring out how i learn best. Time management also goes into that. Homework wasn't that important in high school and i did everything last minute as im sure everyone else does, but i am finding out that doesnt quite work out so well in the grown up world.

Hello Tyler! I am cotacting you to give you some advice from the future regarding your college experience. The main points I want to stress are make sure to stay focused on school, do not worry about the social life, and make sure you utilize all of the opportunities CSU has to offer. When I say stay focused on school, I mean always try to get a 4.0 GPA. Don't set your goals short and reach for the stars! know that if you set your mind to it, you know that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. Through all that process focusing on school, don't worry about social life. I know sometimes it can be hard to not see your family and not having many friends to start. Just be yourself and making friends and keeping in touch with loved ones will be easy. The last thing I wanted to point out is utilize all of the help you can get at CSU. This means take advantage of their free tutoring programs, office hours with your teachers, and fun sports that can help relieve you of stress. Good uck!!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a highschooler, I would tell myself to slow down, love more, be happy, worry less, and study harder! Slow down, because you have your whole life ahead of you to do whatever you want! Love more, because everyone loves friendly people, and when you are guineinly nice to people they feel that, and they are nice back. Be happy, because you have so much to worry about when you are older and actually have bills, and real world problems! You are a kid, HAVE FUN! Worry less, like preiously said, you have your whole life to worry, as long as you are keeping track of what you need done, and what is already done, you should be good. Last, but not least, study harder, a lot of your high school education actually helps in college. Also if you find your studying groove in high school, you will not have to find that groove in college, where it is a lot harder to do. If I could go back in time those are for sure things that I would tell myself!

High School was a great time for me. I was two time homecoming court, nearly sporting the crown for homecoming king. I had tons of friends, the only problem was that I was empty. It was all based around social norms and who knew who. My grades were garbage, and it has put a damper on my families income. I work full time trying to support myself, and I know if I had tried hard enough in high school, well, I could have been valedictorian. Grades did not matter to me then until the real world hit me. My parents got a divorce, and I had to start sustaining myself. I was a good for nothing boy, and now I am a man. If I was a man back then, I would assuredly be in my senior year of college by now, failing several advanced placement exams. It didn't matter then, but it matters now. A whole lot.

I am now a freshman in college and I realized the transition is not half as bad as I believed it would be. The school is big there are about 28 thousand students, yet I feel like I fit in. I have only been on campus 3weeks, but I have learned that in high school I needed to focus on applying to scholarships rather than taking three AP courses and working 30 hours a week. My time was not spent wisely. I did apply to a school that was out of my price range, because of it I now must focus my attention on applying to scholarships in order to stay in the school I have fallen in love with. I have realized no one is no longer there to hold my hand and tell me what to do, if I need anything I must look for it myself. I am in charge of my own success. I have a lot of people rooting for me. I am officially incharge of my life. I can only tell myself remember your goals, dreams, and assperations. I will be graduating in May 2016 from Colorado State University.

I would tell myself not to mess around when I get to college. I understood logically that my grades are important but it was not emphasized how important that very first semester is. I would also tell myself to open my mind a little bit more.

It might not seem like it, but the choices you make now affect the rest of your life. We’ll all be working for a long time; having a job you love is essential to happiness.Waiting too long to find mine was a huge mistake. I chose an easy employable major. I thought I’d be happy doing anything that paid well. Trust me, this doesn’t work. Unless you fit into a predefined category, you have to investigate many different options to find the right fit. Start looking now and you’ll be much better off. I set myself back a couple years by wasting this opportunity. Follow your whims. Talk with students and professors who share your interests. Discover what your interests and hobbies are. Join different clubs and organizations so you can explore and meet people who will be helpful after your college experience!

Most students in school are told to dream big. Children learn they can be whatever they want to be as long as they put their mind to it. Make a plan, follow through with it. The sad thing is that plans do not always work out. When I was a senior in high school two years ago, I was just getting over a two-year depression. I was discovering that I wanted to go places. I was accepted into my dream school. I had plans to complete a BFA in English with an emphasis in creative writing by the time I was 21. Unfortunately, I held my hopes high and they were knocked to the ground when my brother went through some trouble with the law. For the sake of his mental health, I gave up going to school for two years. If I could go back in time and talk to myself in my senior year, I would tell myself to relax. Expect the unexpected and don’t beat yourself up when events don’t happen right when you want them to. Breathe. Good things really do happen to those who wait.

This question presents a little bit different for me, as an adult returning to school. I’m 31 years old now, and just beginning my college career in the fall. I dropped out of high school my senior year. I did get my GED several years later; however, I missed so many important milestones. All of my school friends went onto college in the late 1990’s, and I’ve worked minimum wage jobs since. Now I am trying to balance my family, paying bills, and starting school full time… without any financial assistance from my family. So, needless to say, my strongest suggestion would be to just stick it out. If I could go back in time today, I would say to take advantage of your youth, there are so many more options. Now don’t get me wrong; I love my life today. I’m a mother, and have the opportunity to return to school—albeit a little late. It’s just a little tricky trying to balance everything. I guess the bottom line, is no regrets. I can’t change the past; I can only control what I do today, in preparation for what lies ahead.