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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself that I should try real hard to get a job to help pay for college. Saving money for college is really important so that you can secure your education for your future. I would also tell myself to stay true to myself in college and to get involved in many different activities as well as making tons of friends. Do not be afraid to try new things and meet new people.

The advice I would give myself is to never settle for less than your best. Be who God made you to be and never pretend to be anything less that your best. Be open to new opportunities and people. Work hard, have fun and make the best of every situation, whether good or bad. Be honest, be a good friend, be willing to help anyone, no matter the situation. Study hard and work to the best of my ability and always strive to do better. Make plenty of friends and keep them close. Never forget where I have come from and what I have learned.

I would tell meself to save up some money, study more, and last but not least fill out my fasfa form online and ontime.

Now that I've been out of high school for almost three years, I've gained some wisdom about college life that I wish I would've known when I first entered my university as a freshman. First, I would encourage myself to join a few clubs/organizations right away. It took me a few semesters to become involved in groups with purposes I care about (such as the environmental group, gender equality group, and an underground student news publication). In these groups, I've made deep friendships and expanded my views of important issues in the world. Also, I would remind myself that it's not embarassingto utilize the academic support center on campus. At first, I felt like tutoring/writing services were only for those with learning disabilities. Now, I realize that almost any student who seeks to better understand a subject or improve their writing can benefit from the university's services. Finally, I would tell myself to get off campus more often: learn to use public transit and experience cultural activities in the city. I think those activities would have enhanced my education and helped me develop my independence and creativity.

The transition from high school to college was by no means perfect for me. But as a college sophomore, acquiring the ability to reach back two years in time to aid my 18-year-old self through my the transition would be frightening. Undoubtedly, there are things that I could have done differently to make the transition less demanding and more straightforward, such as avoiding specific classes, applying for certain university programs, and avoiding certain company. But with a lack of a process of trial and error comes a vacuum where wisdom and experience should otherwise be found. I value the learning process that I went through to arrive where I am today - a more knowledgeable, understanding, sophisticated and mature person. And I'm still experiencing the same process as I press on through my remaining years as an undergraduate student, and ultimately as I advance through the rest of my life. Because of this insight, I would be truly fearful of how I would go about assisting my past self through the transition, as any one learned experience gained is infinitely more valuable than facing an easy process.

If I had the chance to go back, I would advise that I go into college with a fresh start.

I would tell myself to stop thinking about accepting other schools, Eastern was the right choice.

The most important thing to consider when selecting a school is how the school will help you grow. It is important to balance a school that can help you specialize in your field as well as cultivates an environment that encourages personal character development and maturity. The balance in a school is important. If there is too much emphasis on academics, then the students burn out and get depressed. If these is too much emphasis on social life, then the money is wasted on a drinking degree. The most important things can be summarized in this: imagine who you want to be at your most successful time in your life, and now consider what it would take to get there, who you would want to be there with you, and what would challenge that future you. These are the things that should be there for you in the school you choose. Broaden your horizons, challenge yourself, and do it with special friends cheering you on.

Just basically go for a college that best fit your learning type. A college almost like the high school you graduated from.

There are many factors to consider when searching for the "perfect" college. In fact, many people tend to forget just how many there are. It is not just Ivy league vs. Non-Ivy league or Expensive vs. Inexpensive. After choosing the specific type of college you want to go to, you must then narrow down the hundreds of college that fit that same criteria. This decision must not made in haste, but diligently thought about. Entering a college is much like entering a relationship. It can't be one-sided , you must like the college and the college must like you. The college you choose must cultivate YOUR talents and abilities. If the college is unable to, this is not the college for you. This is why we should accept a rejection letter with thanksgiving! It just prevented you from entering a terrible relationship. When you finally meet the right one or find the perfect match, your college experience will undoubtedly be the best ever. Of course there will be the unwanted visits to the student accounts office and extremely hard exams; But these will also be the greatest times as well. Absorb all you can and grow! Good Luck