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I would say stick to the same plan we had leaving high school. I came out of undergrad with no debt and fantastic offers for grad school. The undergraduate university you attend is only as good as the effort you put into your eduction. Plan for studying abroad and capitalize on any and every scholarship opportunity you can. Also, a few quality friends are worth more than a lot of acquantinces.

I'd tell my former self to get involved! Those sports you didn't play could have helped financially! Those extracurricult activities you were afraid to try because you were too shy? Those were important for college. The same applies to all the AP and honor classes that you are eligible for but didn't realize actually meant more than extra work. Don't be so consumed with reading books that you forget the world around you and miss out on living and enjoying others. I know that it's not about the work load, I know that you just don't understand the importance of the opportunies surrounding you. This same thing applies for college. There will be lots of opportunies to be involved once you hit college. Don't be afraid to join in. Former self: Just do it! It'll pay off in the end. There's no better time to put forth 100 percent than when you have the chance to start fresh. Since you didn't do it in high school, do it once you get to college. The transition is easy: leave your shell behind. That is what I would say to my

If I could go back in time, and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would have a lot to say. To start, don't slack, pay attention in class, and do not, no matter what, get lazy. When you graduate, don't stop looking for scholarships, keep looking, don't rely on Papa to pay for schooling. Over the summer, get off your butt and get a job, get your license, and save your money! You have to try, you cannot expect everything to fall into your lap. When you get to school, don't be scared, it's going to be ok, I promise. You will not be alone, you'll make friends, you just have to put yourself out there more than you did in high school, and those friends will become your best friends. Don't worry, you'll have fun. Now, as far as class goes, get your butt up and go to class, and don't let female issues be an excuse not to go to class. Keep your GPA up, no matter what it takes, and keep studying. And no matter what, don't let boys take over your life!!

If I could go back in time and speak to myself as a high school senior, I would advise myself to go ahead and pursue the psychology degree my heart was leaning toward, even though my mind talked me out of it. I wish I had known then that, to help people in the field of psychology, a petite female like myself needs a master's degree, and additional certications to help specific groups of people. I had time in college to take master's classes, while completing bachelor's classes. I could have completed the same program in Texas that I finished at MTSU, and started building a solid work history earlier than I did. I won't say I wasted time, because all the extra classes added to my knowledge base, but I should have just trusted my heart earlier in my college career than I did. I also would advise myself not to pay too much attention to that high school interest inventory, because the career I pursued for 22 years wasn't even included in that inventory. I'm sure future jobs will be discovered that will fit the interests of those graduating high school now.

I would recommend to my high school self to not get overwhelmed the first year. There are many things you did not learn in high school but you will learn what you need to be successful in college. Go to your teachers with questions often and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Do not work so much while you are in college and enjoy the time you are in school. Network more while you are in school because those connections will help you once you graduate. Do not take yourself so seriously, I understand how important it is that you be the first person in your family to graduate from college and you will be so don’t be so hard on yourself. You also will be the first person in your family to gain a Master’s Degree and pursue a doctorate, you will make it!

The advice I would give myself is to study more often. Never stop trying because it's not that hard if you give it a try. Thing maybe hard now but it's going to pay off at the end. Believe that you can do it and don't let the hard things make you quit. Everyday is one step closer to being the best Multimedia Journalist. Also, go to class everyday and make sure that professors know you. The last thing you want to do is not getting to know the professor.

I would tell my high school self to prepare.

Dear Heather, Regret is a powerful word. Can you hear the pain in the sound, the agony of wasted time and the shadow of bitterness tiptoeing behind it? This is what your future sounds like without the presence of college in it. College is important in these days of time. This old world has changed and things have gotten more complicated. College may seem hard, but this life we are living gets much more difficult without it! You need to focus on your future and dreams, neglect drugs, alcohol and those sorts of things. Money does not grow on trees. College cost money! You must not listen to these thoughts and words. College does cost money, but living cost more. Your college education will pay for itself plus some. A college educated person makes one million dollars more than a non-college educated person makes in a life time. You need the financial security to live comfortably. For God’s sake, do not think just about yourself; remember the lives of your future children and grandchildren as well. College can help you secure not only yourself, but the loved ones around you also. If your future matters, college matters.

I know that highschool hasn't been the smoothest ride but believe it or not you will be sucessful! College is nothing like highschool, it's interesting and yes, I would even say it's fun .You have the world in the palm of your hands, you're young and full of drive. It's time to build your future so you can have everything you've ever dreamed of having. Get focused on school and start college earlier! You can get more scholarships that way. I missed out on that because I waited three years. You could be almost graduated by now, but you decided to take some time off and work for a while because you thought school wasn't for you. The years will be wasted and you will never get them back. You are so much smarter than you think, I mean you went from a 2.3 GPA in highschool to a 3.9 GPA in a competetive nursing program at a respected university. You can do it! You just have to get up and do it! It's by no means easy, but I promise you you will be happier than you ever imagined.

The advice i would give myself is maintain a high gpa, because you will not know how your gpa will affect my college education and how much money i will recieve from the governemt. Another thing become involved in colllege, thus it can affect on the types of carrer i recieve ten years from now.

Do not be scared to ask questions. Study notes right after class. Never put off anything for tomorrow what you can get done today. Gain a relationship with your teacher, and people in your class for study groups. Do not be afraid or feel stupid if you need a tutor. Stay focused, determined, motivated, success driven, have faith, stay positive, and find your own peace.

Id tell myself to prepare for long nights and early morning studying. I would also start taking summer courses, that go towards my major. I would also try my to get as many scholarships as I can because, tuition is a big factor in trying to find a good education. I regret not worrying about scholarships during my first two years of college, and because of this, i had burdened my parents with even more payments, and ends to meat. But above all, strive for the best of futures, and NO, the sky is not the limit, we have the rest of the galaxy to discover.

As a young adult embarking upon a new journey, now is the time to focus and explore the possibilities that life has to offer. Your senior year of high school is the prime time to prepare for college. The grades you make, the courses you take, and your national test scores will be a determining factor for acceptance into various colleges. Your efforts during your senior year of high school will be scrutinized. It is imperative to begin preparing for college early. The key is to show colleges how dedicated you are to becoming successful. It is an opportunity to display your talents and accomplishments. In essence, you will be showing colleges how valuable you can be to their institution and the world. College life will provide students the opportunity to socialize, discover their passion, and educate themselves. It will be the students’ responsibility to concentrate and remain on task. Set realistic goals for yourself and do not hesitate to ask for help and advice. Prepare now because your actions will affect your future.

If I could go back and talk to myself I would simply say to push myself; don't be afraid to jump into the unknown. Try something new and don't get discouraged. The biggest mistake was giving up when I didn't think I could make it. I am in my second semester now and I have been striving to do my ultimate best, and due to that I have come a long ways. I wish I could have had the opportunity to speak with my future self back then, because things would have been so different if I would have had that advice going into college. Push, push, push. Do not let others tell you that you can't do it, because anyone can accomplish anything that they set their mind to, including myself. In all reality though, there is no way to prepare for that dramatic change, you just simply have to roll with the tide and do your best to keep your head above the waves. Don't push so hard that you burn out but always give it your all no matter how impossible something may seem at the time.

My advice is talk to your school advisor as much as possible. If you know the area in which you want to go in and major in try to find volunteer work in that area and get hands on experience so that when you get into school you have an idea of what it is like. Talk to as many people who are in that major that can tell you a little about what it's like.

Don't worry about fitting in. College is a big place. The building where you're going to have math class is the size of Siegel - and that building has 3 floors. Yeah, Siegel is the biggest high school in middle tennessee, but trust me. College is bigger. Watch out for the drivers on campus and - when you get your liscense - watch the signs. You're gonna make friends easy. Just sit in back in the classes you don't like and the middle for classes you do. In the back, most students don't understand, so you can all learn together. In the middle are the students who know what they're doing, but just don't feel like speaking up. Also, lecture classes are very informative. So, if you're in one without a desk, listen up! It's a big change from high school. I don't want to tell you everything, though. It's a lot more fun to experience these things head on.

No matter what, do what is best for you. Choose a university that not only meets your needs but surpasses them. Remember to stay focused; the bottom line is that you are there to get a degree. Put academics first, but also have fun. Choose a campus that has plenty of ways to get involved. College will be the best experience of your life if you stick with it and stay positive. Getting a higher education is one of the most beneficial things you will ever do. Getting a degree will take you places you never imagined. Remember that anything is possible when you put your mind and your heart to it!

If I could go back in time to talk to myself in highschool I would say," No matter how hard it gets, no matter how many struggles you will face, DO NOT give up. There will be financial and emotional struggles along the way, far more than you can imagine, but always look forward. Your dreams are bigger than your struggles. You will feel overwhelmed and lonely at times, but remember success also brings obstacles. Work hard and remember the promise you made Uncle David before he passed away that will be the best Nurse you can be."

The transition between high school and college can be one of the most difficult times that a young adult has to endure. If I were to go through this transition again, the advice that I would give to myself (and any others going through the transition) would be to put yourself out there and simply be yourself. One hears that advice so many times through their life, but to have heeded this advice at an earlier age instead of shrugging it off would have saved me a lot of emotional and physical distress and energy that I could have used towards a better cause during my college education. I would also strive to put myself out there when it came to activities such as joining new clubs on campus, attending campus-wide events and making new friends. At that time in my education I was the typical shy guy who would have rather been by himself, but now that I look back on it, it would have been more beneficial to have been the exact opposite. It is important to not shy away from your goals and dreams, but to go at them head-strong, leaving all fears behind you.

I would tell myself to get ready. Unfortunately my high school did not prepare me for college what so ever. I would definitely advise myself to take atleast one college course during the summer to get the feel of college. Also, I would tell myslef to stay focused. There is plenty of time to have fun, but having too much fun will cause a significant effect on my acedimics. I would advise myself to get involved on camous early so that I can not only maintain a social life and meet new people, but also do it at a time where Im not into upper division classes causing more stress.