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I would defiantly prepare myself finically you need to look for scholarship’s. And learn how to manage your time succesfuly. Make sure you don’t get side tracked by the glam of college. Stay focused and break out of your shell. The key to making it in college is to network. you have to talk and get to know everybody. It's also good to build relationships with your professors, sit in the front and show the professor that you’re serious about your education. Believe in yourself and never get discouraged. Keep your dreams alive. Apply for internships and make sure that your major is really your passion. If you keep all these tips in mind you should have no problem succeeding in your college life.

I would advise my younger self to become more aware of the financial processes involved with attending college. I would also find a mentor to help with decision-making during firstcouple of years at a university. I would also advise my younger self to by pass all of the credit card offers found on campus during freshman year.

After people experience college education, their perception about education changes. If i had to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, the most important advice i would give myself is to get use to reading for there would be lots reading in college, and prepare early for it would help out. Not just reading but i would also warn myself that college is not a play ground and i should take learning seriously; when i attend college, i should not take it likely as a high school. high school is a place where a student could fool around and still manages to pass. But if anyone tries to take college as high school, i assure people that they would definitely fail. The last thing i would warn myself is that college is not cheap, so i would suggest myself to get a job as early so i could save up money. Of course the money would not be helpful with tution, but it would definitely help when it comes to books. Knowing this three things would help out when i start college.

Apply to at least 5 schools and apply to them as early as you can. Try to visit the schools you apply to. Take college tours. Apply for as many scholarships as possible. Find out what extracurricular activities the schools have to offer. Research the community/surrounding area of those schools. If you have any questions ask for help.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself, "Prioritize, continue your scheduling, and better it." I graduated in the top 5 of my class and was accepted into every college I applied to. In my senior year of high school, I was taking 3 AP courses and was apart of the Debate Team. I had to lay out a schedule for debate team meetings, homework and studying, and meetings with teachers. My scheduling was successful because I attended every debate competition, passed all of my classes with a 'B' or higher, earned AP credit, and laid out a college plan. I carried over my scheduling abilities to college, however, with me attending such a large institution, I wanted to be involved in a lot of organizations and I just didn't have the time to do it all. My academics did end up suffering my first year of college because I didn't stick with my schedule. So, I would remind my high school senior self to schedule and prioritize, make sure I have enough time for my classes, homework, studying, and the unexpected.

The advice I would give myself is to study hard, make good grades, apply for scholarships asap, meet deadlines and live up the last year of high school.

If I knew then what I know now, I would have did a lot of things differently in high school. My advice to high school seniors and incoming college freshmen, get involved! I cruised by, I got good grades but I didn't join any clubs or play any sports. So when it was time for me to fill out my college applications I had nothing to write about my extra-curricular activities. I was still able to get accepted into college but you definiely Increase your chances by getting involved. In college getting involved works the same way as high school except then it's for networking, and jobs. Getting involved can introduce you to people who could potentially open doors for you in the future. Time management along with getting with being responsible enough to seperate business from pleasure and knowing how to balance each. Respecting yourself, I can't stress enough! Carry yourself with class and dignity. First impression are everything, you only get one shot at it so make it good. I also recommend taking a math class during your senior year it will help your in your freshmen year in college. Good luck!

Even though you are unsure about what you want to go to school for you should still work hard and do well in the classes that you do take. Those credits will still be usable in the future when you do figure it out, allowing you to finish your degree faster and cheaper.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to really take my time in choosing a major and figuring out exactly what it is that I want to do. I would also tell myself to save my money and to apply for as many scholarships as possible.

Being a Senior is great, isn't it? The parties, dances, and sporting events have made you popular! You are beautiful, young, everyone knows you! Live it up, this is the best time of your life. BUT, while you are enjoying all the perks of being in your last year of school, how are you plannning for your future? What goals and ambitions do you have after all of this is over? Have you planned or prepared for your life after school? I want to tell you, that without an education, it is not all fun and games, and it is not easy! Take High School seriously, you could easily throw away your opportunity to prepare yourself for adult life. Think aout how important all of the populairty really is. News Flash, it ISN'T! Get your head in those books, pay attention to what your parents, teachers and guidance counselors are telling you, and GO TO CLASS! If you don't take action now, you will look back at yourself 12 years down the road and you will just be a waitress, struggling, trying to make ends meet. What you do today, affects your family later, Be SMART!