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Give yourself enough time in college . Do not takes so many classes, and consider the homework that may be involved for that course. Most importantly give yourself time to relax this way you will be able to concentrate better and not get overwhelmed.

As I look back on myself as a high school senior, I realize that I was not fully aware of the challenges that going to college can bring. College is defined as an institution of higher education and as I embarked on my first semester in college, I realized that college life is much different than that of high school. If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would say to be prepared to pay attention in class, take good notes, and to review those notes as thoroughly as possible in order to be prepared for the exams. Another piece of advice that I would give myself would be to not be afraid to ask questions. At times in my first semester of college, I found myself full of uncertainty about a concept in a class and rather than make an effort to ask my professor about it, I would keep the questions that I had to myself. As I look back on this situation, I realize that college can be made much easier if you ask questions whenever any kind of uncertainty is present.

When I moved away from Los Alamos I was very scared about the relationships that I thought that I was losing and the ones that I was about to make. "Monique, in reality the relationships that you have made in the past that are worth it, are the ones that will be there after you leave. The people that you meet will give a strong support system. They will stick by you through tough times and will give you more fun times in one week then you have had in nineteen years. Your little sister, Cosette, will be fine without you. She will mature while you are gone. She looks up to you so make sure that you are a good role model. Finally, make sure that you focus on the important things in college. School should be taken serious, friends should be supported, and family should be listened to. Finally, this is a chance to start over. The things that had happened in high school are back in Los Alamos. Have fun."

Tessa, You're well on your way to graduating and have a huge expanse of road to cover on your journey of life. Daunting, I know. Please heed this letter and consider it well. With that said, I want you to be aware of a few things before wrapping your head up in the expectations of those around you that love you and, "know what's best for you". One, do not worry. Tessa, you're not the one planning your life, God is. Seek out a way to solidify your faith and seek God before you seek the wisdom of man or try to fit somebody's shoes that seem to be forced on your tiny feet. Two, find genuine friends that will surround you with love and care. Let them be friends that will encourage you of course, but also challenge you to be the best that you can. Make sure they're friends that aren't afraid to correct you but help you learn. Seek God and then genuine friends. Keep doing what you're doing, and don't forget to do all that comes your way with a zeal that inspires. Tessa

Help others when they need it and they will be there to help you. It is only a few years of your life, you will be done before you know it. Remember to relax, don't work yourself to death. Choose your friends wisely. Get your priorities straight, maintain balance in all aspects of life. Some of the people you are going to school with already have lots of money and great connections, you do not. You are going to have to work ten times harder than these people just to get to where they stand. Don't give up on yourself, you can do it. Don't skip class, the resource of your proffesor's time is valuable, do not waste it. Pay rent and utilities, cut other bills out. God has something to show you no matter where you are or what you are doing, listen to him. God has good things for you to do also, allow him to help you impact others for the better. Remember, you are not doing this for anyone else. You chose to go to college, and you are the only one who has the ability to make the most of it.

As a lifelong homeschooler, entering the Structure of a School Environment, I would like to let others in my position know, that there is no worry. Yes, we must now walk along side graduates from local High Schools, our age group, and even the older student. One can overcome this fear by beginning your College Career with Dual Credits, often offered by your local University or Community College. Just remember your teaching. Keep your morals, Respect others, and follow the straight line. Learning in a controled environment is no different from learning at home. As a homeschooler and what I have experienced this past year, my only other concerns would be to work on my Time Management Skills while making time to enjoy friends and family amidst your upcoming chaotic life.

If I could go back in time I would tell myslef to keep working hard and that when I finally get into college to not let the college life rule over my studies. I would tell myselfp that school comes before anything and unless I want to lose all my financial help to always keeps school as prioroty number one.

My advice would be to put yourself out there right away! Your freshmen year is so much fun so live it up and make a lot of new lasting friendships right away! As the semesters go on you have less and less time to put towards your social life so now is the time! I would also advise to plan out your classes. Make sure you won't have to take a huge load your last semester. College is one of the best times of life so embrace it!

Now that i have experience the life of college, I notice that it is something way to different. I would be more active in my high school and tried to have fun in every aspect. Try and have as many friends as i can, because in college you sometimes feel lonely. I would also try and get the dual credit courses because that helps in the long run, but before i wasn't thinking. I have a more dificit thinking now that am in college and I would like to change the past. Thats why now am more focus in my education and I want to do what I didn't did in my high school. Thank you for your time.

Besides the obvious "study more and get better grades" and "apply to this and thaat scholarships" that I know of now but didn't know of back then, I think that my main advise would be to obtain some stress-relief tools. Anything really, just as long as it was effective. I would then proceed to relate to myself how I got sick during my first week and my suspicions that it was linked to stress. Oh and to start looking for work-study earlier than I did.