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I would tell myself that I have nothing to worry about. College is way better than high school and holds so many more opportunities. College gave me the chance to meet tons of different types of people and learn to not be so judgemental. College is doable, you just have to learn to manage your time and not become overwhelmed by the big things.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior. I would tell myself to work hard, concrenate, and to not worry about people putting you down. Because if people are putting you down, your going to put your self down, so instead don't worry about other people, but yourself. I would tell myself to work harder and to concenrate harder because if you want to become a better person you should concentate to make a success in your life. I would also tell myself to not worry about college but to worry about graduating from high school first then college.

If I I had been given the chance to go visit me as a senior in high school I would have given myself a lot of advice and helped senior high me understand what to expect. I would tell myself that everything is going to be alright, classes and homework are not too difficult, and that I shouldn't worry about the transition with making new friends and taking college course classes. I would tell myself that making new friends is going to be very easy and that I shouldn't worry about it so much. I would help myself understand that some of the course's in college is going to be difficult and that I should set a good amount of time aside for my school work. I would tell myself that the grading system is different so I need to focus on how well I do in each course. Yet, at the same time, I would tell myself to make sure that I make time to build relationships with those who are around me.

If I could go back and give myself advice as a high school senior, the best advice I could give is to be yourself. Making the transition into college life can be quite overwhelming. Especially when dealing with a whole new set of responsibilites, new people and having to live 700 miles away from home. It is pretty easy to get caught up in all the distractions and temptations of social life, but it is not worth becoming someone your not in hopes to fit in. Learn to make your own decisions, rather than be guided by others, and it will keep you focused on your own goals and aspirations. College will be a more rewarding experience as long as you stay true to your self.

Coming into college I thought I had a lot figured out and was well prepared to transition well, but that was not the case as much as I was expecting. If I could go back to my high school senior year and tell myself one thing, it would be to apply for as many scholarships possible. I did not fully understand all the costs that add up in college, from textbooks to supplies, and it provided some unexected anxiety. I relied too much on receiving those loans, but I soon realized that all that money had to be paid back. Debt is a main concern for many students, if not all, and applying for scholarships and receiving as much "free money" would have been the main advice I would have given myself back in high school.

If I was talking to my high school senior self I would tell her to be excited for college and not nervous. Although, I am going so far away from family, I will be meeting some incredible people that become very close friends that make Iowa feel like home. Even though you want to make great memories with your new friends be sure and finish all your homework and readings before having fun. This way you are not cramming information in before a test. Also that the test in college are different than high school and to be sure and read the material the professors tell you to read for tests. The last and most important thing I would remind my high school self is that, yes the knowledge learned in the classroom is important but the knowledge you gain outside of the classroom is just as important so be sure and experience new things. These new things will help you grow into an even better individual.

Get out there and get to know people, its the only way you will feel happy on campus being a loner is not good. Stay focused on your school work boys are not important, your future is you can plan after that.

First of all I would tell myself to get used to studying and making better choices. Also to go to class and to remember that grades are important. I would also tell myself the the AST program is great and that it was a smart choice. I would look into better financial aid options, and spend less money as well.

Life isn't going to turn out exactly how you planned but if you keep working and trying it will turn out ok. Everyone has a few stumbles in college and you'll probably switch majors or change your plans for your life but the important thing is to never let it get you down. Just don't forget to have fun along the way otherwise you might miss out on meeting people who will change your life and who will become lifelong friends. Also make sure you call mom and go home sometimes she'll miss you a lot.

I would tell myself to have a plan. Knowing that I wanted to go into Computer Engineering and that I needed a job to help with everything, I should have looked into jobs offered and I would have realized that there were multiple positions available by the university with very flexable scheduling (even self-scheduling) that were in my field, which excited me when I happened to stumble upon this fact. I would have told myself to look for a university that will not only teach you what you need to know, but pay you to practice what you know, or to even teach you more!