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I would tell myself that it transitioning from high school to college isn't difficult, but it does require a lot of focus. If you decide that your social life is more important than your education, your grades will be affected horribly. Don't worry too much about socializing in your first semester; get used to college life first. There will be plenty of time to become involved.

Hello Amanda Tucker, this is well, you. Technically speaking from the future. I need to give you some advice about college life and how to the transition less "painful" I'm kidding about that quotation. Just know that don't ever be afraid to ask for help and no matter what if you think the question seems elementary, always remember that no question is a dumb question only when it is left unanswered. You may be nervous about meeting new people and not being in your comfort zone, but you do realize that you have to get over being socially awkward if you want to succeed in life. Above all advice that I can give do not let yourself down, always remember you can do it and patience is a virtue, a virtue that you are capable of.

Hey, me! Don't think that our job's quite done yet! There's still a lot of work to be done. Start managing your time better- you DO want us to be able to hang out with our friends, don't you? And stop being so shy in class- make friends with some of the other students! Not only is it helpful when studying, it's another connection you're making that can help when finding out about future opportunities. Warning: while the food here is delicious and readily available, we need to keep an eye on our waistline. Go to the gym more often- it’s free and well-equipped! Make sure you know your way around campus, since taking longer routes to class may be a little extra exercise, being late is annoying and embarrassing since you miss some of the class and everyone always watches the latecomers' shame. Don't borrow drama- while listening in and offering advice to friends who are struggling with romantic situations and the like, DO NOT get involved! Oh, and remember how I always give good advice? Do me a favor and follow it. Kthnxbai! -Me

Keep your head up. People are going to tell you a lot of things and most of it will be lies. What you have to remember is who you are and where you want to go. Don't lose sight of your dreams because it will be hard to keep it in college. Also, apply for every scholarship possible! The extra money helps every little bit and if you get enough you can have your dream and go to school in New York City. Don't trust everyone but don't give people a reason to hate you. Life is too short to hate something or someone so if you don't like them, it is easy because you don't need to talk to them! On a lighter note, Tuesday Thursday classes are perfect ebcause you have Monday Wednesday and Friday off.

If I had the opportunity to go back in time when I was a senior in High School I will advice myself to work hard and avoid school loans. When there is no money for college the first choice every student makes is loans. Loan should be the last resource to be use. I have learned that through hard work you can live a life of debt free. I am learning little by little to find ways to pay for college and not to look for loans as my first choice.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself about college after high school i would tell myself to focus on studies and to stop worrying about boyfriends. I would make sure i told myself to apply for scholarships and grants vs working two jobs and paying for school. I would advise myself to study more in the times i learn best vs the times i have traditionally learned. And last but not least i would tell myself i didn't need to raise my hand to be excused for the bathroom.

Make sure you take every opportunity they offer you to excel in school.

"Life is what you make of it," I have always been told. This also applies to college. My college experience thus far has taken me down so many bright paths and this is only the beginning. This semester I plan to get involved in Academy of Leaders, and Alpha Kappa Psi. Both of which have a reputation of taking grand dreams and making them actuality. I too want to be a part of this greatness. I know I will thrive and prosper in such an environment, driving me to the future I will make for myself.

My college experience so far has been satisfying. Florida International University offers a wide variety of courses in subjects from Marine Biology to Accounting. Its professors are knowledgable and willing to help students by setting up office hours and being prompt in their replies when emailed. The only areas in which FIU is lacking would be school pride and student activities. It seems only students in fraternities or sororities have access to extra-curricular activities. There are opportunities for others to participate, however the interest in doing so seems diminished by the fact that a vast number of students work 20 to 30 hours a week.

I'm a transfer student and being in two different schools in different states has allowed me to have two different kinds of college experiences: the college at home and the college away from home. Both have their good things and bad things. The college at home was good because I was in a familiar place with most of my friends, but at the same time I wasn't able to grow as a person by staying in my comfort zone. When I transferred it was hard being by myself for the first time, but that allowed me to become more independent and really experience what college is like. Attending college has given me the opportonity to find myself and discover interests that I didn't know I had and set myself goals around those new-found interests. I'm only sorry that college years are short, but that gives me all the more reason to enjoy them and really take advantage of them.