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When I was in high school, I didn't see the big picture as well as I see it now. I fell into peer pressure and experimenting with drugs, while losing interest in keeping high grades and focusing on my goals which I hold so strongly to now. If I could go back, I would tell myself that most of my friends will either be in jail or in rehab, and I need to tighten up and become more confident in my own skin. I would tell myself the transition from high school to college is definitely hard but so worth it to help me become a better, happier and drug free person. I am now on the road to veterinary school, volunteering weekly at the local animal shelter and very close with a small group of friends and my family. I'd tell myself I am capable of a lot more than I think, and to not be afraid of losing what is comfortable, because the next phase in life is full of determination and joy.

College is not what you expected it to be. You were wrong for thinking you weren't good enough for college, and for thinking that it was going to swallow you whole. It has allowed you to see just how strong and able you really are. Going there was the best life decision you have ever made, and you did not need to doubt yourself. It is not easy, but those sleepless nights and hectic days pay off. Your success depends on the effort you put into your work, and you actually learn in college, it is not about making the grade. You will meet some of the greatest people here, and these people will most likely become life time companions. Keep yourself organized, give yourself enough time for all things, explore the city, give yourself a break when needed, talk to your counselor and ask for help when you have questions, feel free to strike up a conversation with anyone because most individuals here are open and friendly, and most importantly enjoy yourself and submerse yourself in college life because it will be over before you know it.

Be confident Be bold Ask for what you want Be involved student organizations Challenge yourself (speak in public, become a student leader, etc) Know what companies you would like to intern at Time will fly, so enjoy college as much as you can

After thirty minutes of hunting for scholarships, I found two scholarships that I can apply for. I was also heartbroken as I remembered passing by the hundreds of scholarships that targeted only high school seniors. With the looming sting of undergraduate loan payments, I would strongly encourage my high school senior self to take full advantage of the scholarship opportunities made available. Teachers, counsellors, and speakers have preached on the scholarship opportunities we had as high school seniors. Knowing my high school senior self, I mainly focused on non-productive activities (i.e. playing video games). I would tell my high school senior self, “I am your future self; we will attend medical school five years from now. All the scholarships you can get now will greatly help us down the road. Apply for just three scholarships per month.” In saying that, I would get my younger self to build a great habit. Then I would follow up by whispering something that only myself would know. My skeptical high school senior self would trust I am from the future, follow my advice, and make a smoother financial transition through college. Who will doubt any advice their future selves give?

1) Don't be afraid to be somebody different than you were when you were in high school. College is rare chance when you can completely reinvent yourself. Don't feel pressured to remain the same, because growth and change can be a great thing. 2) Hit the ground running when you move in. Don't just sit around on your floor lounge and watch everybody else go out and have fun. Get out on those beautiful Atlanta streets and really experience the city. You'll have plenty of time to stay couped up in the lounge during midterms week. 3) Date around girl! You're not in college to get your MRS degree so don't commit half your collegiate career to finding "the one". Go on dates, get to know people, and just have fun. 4) Learn to live in the present. You will meet so many new people and have so many different experiences during these four years. Learn to enjoy the time while it's there and don't waste it planning the future too much. 5) Perhaps the most important: Just keep swimming little fishy. Life will get tough, but keep moving and smile.

I would tell my self to not be so selfish. If I could do it again I would choose to attand an in-state (Michigan) college even if that meant sacrificing my own happiness. Doing so would not only lessen the financial burden I place on my parents but also give my sister the chance to attend the school of her dreams.

Be open to change. College is where your eyes will really open. You will begin to see your friends changing or even yourself. Be ready to let go of some of the people who were once your friend in high school and make new ones. You may not realize it now, but these people you call friends might be holding you back from what's really important - your education. If you know how to adjust to change well, then college wil not be as big of an adjustment for you. Be open to joining different organizations and participating in activities on campus becuase this will help younetwork and may be beneficial to your future career path.

Knowing what I know about college life and the transition I would recommend to more seek college advice. because I did not have anyone to ask for help. For instance, take classes that transferrable to the school you want to go to. Another word of advice would be to listen to professors and read the book before each lesson. Also to seek advice from your peers who who have been through or are going through the same situations as you because they might have some pointers that may help.

The best advice I could give my past self would be to get a sense of humor. Looking back, I see how much pressure I put on myself to get the perfect grades or to have the perfect body, but now as I have matured, I have realized that nobody cares if you are not a size two or if you make a couple of Bs per semester. Life is not about the small things that make us stressed but rather the small things that make us happy.

Hey Jovan, I'm you from the future. College is right around the corner and you really need to get serious about it! I know that we're smart kids and figure everything will be okay. Academically, we really have no problem, but college is expensive. Take heed to your parents' advice and apply for much more scholarships. The 3 or 4 you've applied for are definitely not enough. Take every opportunity to make college easier for you. I don't want to scare you or stress you out, but I just wanted to give you a heads up. Afterall, I know what your current path leads to.

There are several things I could advise my former self about. I could warn myself about the freshman 15, or the amount of stuff I should have brought moving into the dorm. However, the biggest issue would be to not associate high school with college on any level. It is not the same. For instance, do not assume the same study habits in high school will result in the same high GPA in college. It didn't. In order to excel in college, you have to adopt your own habits and schedules. It will not be guided by the teachers. Studying hard and going to class everyday on time, despite the lack of attendance, will result in a high GPA. You have to put in a lot of work outside the classroom in order to exceed. Also, old social habits must also change. You do not see the exact same group of people everywhere you go, so you have to branch out. Try new things and join interesting groups. Talk to people; go to social events. Don't wait until you are bored to start being adventurous. Start right away. Time management between these two things guarantees your success.

Dear High School Self, Remember to study hard and take whatever measure to do your best in all your classes. It will definitely pay off later. Take those hard courses, because people are telling the truth when they say college courses are harder than high school courses. Keep your head up and embrace diversity early, college is a rainbow of people from all walks of life, all countries, and all shapes, sizes, and beliefs. But don't think you're all alone, destined to be the loner in a sea of differences. You're guarnteed to find tons of other people just like you! If you're shy now, you'll definitely throw that to wind soon after joining the college life. You'll have to in order to get those good grades, get those excellent recommendations from professors, and most importantly, to be all you can be in college. So High School Self, get ready. College Self is coming!

I would have told myself to be prepared for college by making sure that I had met all of the deadlines for college. I would ahve also told myself to learn how to study, because in order to do good in college you have to go over the information a lot to make sure that you understand what you are reading and what you have to do for work. I would have told myself to go to more tutorial during high school so that I could be able to understand the Calculus work that I have to do. I would ahve told myself to study for the SAT and ACT to make sure that I got high scores so that I would could have a better chance at getting scholarships to pay for college. I would have to myself to get a job to make sure that I had all of the equipment that I need for college. Lastly I would have congratulated myself just for making it to college because of all the hard work that I did during my last two years of high school to make sure that I am successful in life.

I would tell myself to try harder and to push myself so that I can plan and reach goals that I would like to reach in the future.

If I could go back in time and give advice to my high school self, I would tell myself to learn how to study. My lack of study skills made it more difficult in my early college years. While I could study the material, it seemed to take me longer than it should to get through material. In my later years of college, I have learned that studying correctly can not only make classes easier, but also save a lot of time. It is a lacking skill that I feel myself and many others should have, but did not have going into college.

Dear Highschool Senior, College life is a challenge that requires perseverance and tenacity to graduate. Don't be afraid to fail and learn from your mistakes. Study hard and don't go into debt to become educated. Don't be afraid to explore different life experiences to discover your unique talents and abilities as a contributor in this world. Get to know yourself and embrace your strengths and weaknesses. As you embrace your trueness and walk in self-confidence your life calling will be revealed to you. Trust the process of life and take a leap of faith, believing it will all work for your good.

Think long and hard about the career you want to pursue. Research the industry and ask several people for advice but do not rely on one persons advice. Do not be afraid to take out loans and invest in yourself. If it takes time to figure out what you want to do exactly then take that time. Do not feel like you are obligated to study something because everyone else is or your family is forcing you to. Think long and hard, I did not know what I wanted to do until I achieved my associates degree and started searching for a job. At the age of 26 struggling to find a job that fit my personality I finally figured out what I want to do in life. I enrolled at Georgia State University and started pursing a degree in CIS. I feel like I am finally making the right move and I am not afraid to invest in myself because I know for a fact this wil pay off.

High school counselors would tell me to apply for this and to apply for that, but honestly it was all too much to manage because all I could think about was passing all my graduation tests. I was very pressured because I’m the first in my family to get a scholarship and attend a four-year university like Georgia State. I am halfway through my freshmen year of college and I know more than I use to. I know how to look for scholarships that fit my profile and how to get help when I need it at the Scholarship Resource Center. One thing I regret the most is not figuring it out sooner because the help was heavily needed. I would go back in time and teach myself how to apply for scholarships. I would teach myself how to write a winning essay.

Dear Juan, This is your future self writing to you. I know that you have selected certain choices regarding your future and how you view your outlook on life. You feel that life is to harsh and that it is very difficult for the poor class to even think of going to college. I know that you may think college is to difficult and expensive and beyond your reach. You will by this time have opted to go to the military in the hopes of paying for college this way, you will also make a priority to try and get a vehicle before going to college. I am writing this letter to you to try and convince you otherwise. The fafsa will assist you with 80{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of your financial need. You will also be able to borrow funds through subsudized loans. This funds borrowed will be much cheaper then purchasing that vehicle that will break down on you in 5 years and will be unusable. I urge you my past self to change your plans and go to college right after high school as this will be the best course of action for you. Sincerly, Juan Benitez

I would tell my self to pay close attention to the study habits and ways of organizing notes because that's one of the main things that will help you be most successful in college. Also, buy an agenda/planner to help with the organization. I would suggest to myself to keep the same high school mentiality when it comes to being involved. Be involved in everything that you can, to network and make friends in all aspects because you never know who you may come in contact with, even professors get to know them too! Live on campus, because its another way to network and meet people as well as becoming familiar with the campus in ways other than commuters. Also, to attend as many college tours as possible and pay very close attnetion to the campus, the atmosphere, and the types of people that attend the school because diversity is key in your education as well. But lastly, when you do get to college have fun, enjoy yourself but also be able to balance the freedom and time management and don't go out if your homework and assignments aren't complete.