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If I were to go back in time and give myself advice knowing what I know now, would tell myself not to stress out about college. In high school, I thought it was going to be difficult to make the transition. In reality, it is not so hard after all. The hardest part about college is deciding what major I am going to declare. I do not want to declare the wrong major and end up mad all the time because of me hating my job. If i choose the wrong major, I could end up going back into school and declaring a different major so that I live a happy life. Also, in high school, I was worried about whether or not I was going to be able to make new friends. It turns out that making friends in college is easier then it was in high school.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would most definitely stress the fact that AP classes should be taken seriously. Knowing that I could've had college credit and saved myself a whole year of Physics seems so much more appealing now that I have to take the class all over again. AP courses really allow you to get ahead in credits and even graduate earlier. Having that knowledge now makes me look back at my senior year and see how immature I was in my thinking that senior year was a time to coast through to college.

First of all, it would be really hard to give myself that bit of advice because I never completed high school. I went to go get my GED during my freshman year. Although if I were going to give a high school senior advice I would tell them that college is really hard especially if all you are thinking about is how to party and have a good time. The one thing that makes college more difficult than high school is all the freedom you get. You have the freedom to make your own choices, and do what you want. Everything is not handed to you, you have to earn it. Don't procrastinate because it makes everything a little bit harder. Also, another thing is that you cannot rely on others because everyone else has a busy life, too. So try not to miss as much as possible because you may not be able to get the work from someone else. Also, always read the syllabus given to you at the beginning of the semester. The syllabus can be very helpful in teaching you how your professor is and what he/she is looking for in a student.

make the most of it!! it goes by fast, make sure to plan your future while you are in college and not wait until it is almost over

As a freshman, I've learned that the transition from high school to college is not an easy path, but it most definitely is not an impossible one. If you truly want to succeed and know where you want to go, you can get through it without hesitation. Of course you are going to struggle and there might be a point where you feel like there is no way you can make it through another hectic school week, but you have to push yourself and not give up. One of the main things that you will learn through your transition is to manage your time efficiently. You will learn that there is going to be less time of fun and games and there's going to be more of reading and studying in the library. However, this doesn't mean that you will become anti-social, it just means that you will need to put more time into your studies hence time management. In the end everything will pay off, you will have the career of your dreams and had gone through amazing experiences. They do say college is the best four years of your life.

Hello there Bianca, this is your counscious of tomorrow. Here I am to give you couple of advices about your future. From here I can forsee that if you engage in a sport team, just like a volleyball player that you used to be, you would get a brilliant scholarship to support your gear. Also, if you have never given up on piano, you also would have few arts and ideas scholarship to play in the band or just in some concerts that school provides. On the top of everything, while you are in class, do your best and focues in each single subject, because those are not just important to career but to your knowledge and wisdom. Everybody always want to have a talk with smart people, they fullfill you with sharing experiences. Now, when you get here, in the future, make sure you meet a new person everyday and keep in touch with them until life make you apart. We never know what the future holds for us and what those people could do for you!!! Believe in yourself more than you already do and give another step forward. You will definatellly success!

Keep in mind that once upon a time, you used to imagine your college days as the future that seemed so far off, such a long time away. When you were in grade school, college seemed like a million years away- a point in your life you just couldn't wait to live. That "long time away from now" point is now. Make the most of it. Maybe you'll be living the life you used to dream about. Maybe you'll be doing the things you wished you could do, taking the steps to get your dream job, your dream career, your top goals in life. Make the most of every day and give your best, because once upon a time, this life you are living is the life you only dreamed about. You're not in grade school anymore. The things you do now are the things that will shape your life and the person you want to be. Make good decisions and do the right thing because college affords you the opportunity to live your dreams, so take full advantage of your college experiene and live them and acknowledge that college can make your dreams reality.

I would tell myself that, if I don't know what my major is then I should get my general education classes done first. Once I knew what my major is I would dive right in.

If i had the ability to go back to my senior year of highschool and give myself advice it would be to start studying. In highschool i barely ever studyed. I would possibly look over things the night before but would always do fine on tests and quizzes. I tried that with my first biology test and recieved a C. I never got C's in highschool. I would tell myself to being learning study habits and to refresh myself on my mathmatics and sciences, especially for my major. I would tell myself that taking it easy for my senior year wouldnt exactly be the best thing I could do and instead take some more math classes to be prepared. My transition period from highschool to college would have been alot easier if i would have known then what i know now.

I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible. These are hard times we are in and both of my parents are working two jobs just to help me get by. I would tell myself that the work load is much lighter than in high school so I should study more, so that I do good in my classes.

If I have the opportunity to travel in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would emphasize the importance of planning and time management, getting adequate sleep, and being more open to meeting new people. I learned that proper planning is very beneficial because it allows you to get everything done in an efficient manner without ever having to do something last minute or forgetting about the assignment completely. Taking care of oneself in college is also essential. Although you may not have class everyday, it is still important to be well rested because it helps you focus in your classes. I know for me personally, the more rest I get, the less anxiety I have as well. It is also imperative that you are not afraid to meet new people. I found that most people are open minded and willing to form relationships. Although I feel that I did not have an incredibly difficult transition, knowing these factors may have made this process even more fluid.

Self: Stay focused. The goal that you are trying to obtain is more important than anything than all the things trying to distract you. Stay true to yourself. It's so easy to get lost in everyone else, in all that is new and in things that do not matter. Be sure to stay true to who you know you are. Save your money. College and college life is EXPENSIVE. Start saving now, do not waste money on things that will not aid you in reaching your desired goals. You are your worst critic, give yourself some slack.

I would be more serious about my education goals and I would plan things ahead of time in order to receive scholarships and acceptances from school. Not only that, but I would also visit the different campuses to see what kind of environment they provide and what they have to offer. I would not assume that each college is the same since many schools offer different majors and even look at what the school is known for. Also, I would start saving up money for books and tuition. Not all scholarships give everything you need and sometimes I would have to pay out of my pocket. As a senior, I would knot know anything about college so I would have liked to receive some advice from my teachers, counselors, and family. I would have also been more outgoing and involved with school instead of quiet and always dedicated to just working at my job. In addition, I would make school my number one priority out of anything else and try to be in a sport team so I can join college sports to gain recognition and scholarships. Lastly, i would take high school courses that count as college credit.

When talking to myself and looking back to high school, I would say that you have nothing to worry about. You have found a school that will support your Catholic upbringing as well as foster new growth in the accounting major that I have declared. Lewis University also allows me to pursue my life long goal of becoming an airline captain. I will also tell myself that there have been struggles that I will overcome as well as friendships that will last a lifetime. Just remember to give it your all, and you will be able to find all of your dreams are within reach.

If only you could know what is to come. Wait, I know! I?ll tell you! You?re going to finally get involved. You really should have a couple of years ago. What about joining a few groups in your last year though? It?ll help your transition; lord knows it would have helped mine. You?re going to become president of the human rights group! Surprise huh? That?s right, the loner is going to come back swinging. Don?t believe me? Just wait and see. Oh, you?re still teaching music too by the way! Keep practicing also; you?re going to get to play for school ceremonies and pick up gigs at receptions in the area. Why haven?t you gotten a doctor?s appointment yet? Do you know tests and vaccinations that you need? No? I didn?t think so, because either did, sure wish I did though, it would have saved a month long delay. Your girlfriend is not your fianc?e?, realize it before you separate and it?ll be more civil. Most importantly old friend, tell the fam. you love ?em before you leave, and don?t lose touch with real friends.

If I were to have the ability to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would really push myself into trying harder. I would tell myself to take harder classes and take advantage of every opportunity I get. I would also encourage myself to try harder in all my class?s and put more effort into them. Although I got straight A?s I felt as if I slacked off a bit. I would look into different study habits to find one that fits me best. Another big aspect would have to be invest more of my time reading and writing. This as well as my study habits are the main things that I have noticed are bringing me down.

Knowing what I know now about college, I would tell myself to stay focused on classes! Make sure you keep the syllabus and look at it daily to know when assignments are due. Those pieces of paper are like the Bibles of the class. Make sure you do your homework before staying up all night to watch movies with your friends. Also, you don?t have to go out every single weekend. It is ok to stay in and relax and do some work ahead of time. Please don?t wait until the last minute to do work because you will stress yourself out. Go to the Student Union often and attend organization meetings. Stay involved in a positive way. Remember, just because you don?t know someone, that doesn?t mean they don?t know you. This is a small school and words travel fast! Keep your business to yourself. However, the most important advice I can myself, is to have fun, but not too much fun. Remember you have a younger sister watching your every move, and a mother who wants nothing but to be proud of you!

I would say to myself two things, look for the money and you are responsible for you! Exploring various ways to pay for college is extremely important. While subsidized and unsubsidized loans help and student credit cards will be easily available, emphasis on easily, the long term debt may not be worth it. There are far more ways to get grant money and scholarships, based on everything from basket weaving to academic merit, than I would have ever thought possible. Save the loans and credit cards for emergency situations and last resorts if possible. The transition from high school to college is like walking a tight rope from one side to the other suspended over a river. It takes preparation, balance and the right resources to make it. Without these the potential to be swept away by the current below increases. Do research about your school, have fun but remember no one will be there to tell you to get to class in the morning and develop a support system these are the people you can go to if you are unable to figure things out on your own. Highschool gave you the basics college is about applying them!

Study a week in advance for exams and invest in an Academic Planner. Also, go to a community college first and transfer to a 4-year school. You will save a lot of money doing so.

I would tell myself to study more, don't procratinate, and then more then anything don't get distracted. In high school I always waited to do things, and in college even though its my first semester I learned that it makes the project or paper even harder. Also, in high school I always got distracted by others, I'd go out with people and not do my homework. But you do that in college and you get way behind.