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If I could go back as a high school senior there are three things I would tell myself to better prepare for college. The first would be to take advantage of all the things my town has to offer and not to take my family for granted. If I had known I was going to school so far away I would have savored my time with them much more. Second, I would tell myself to pace my senior year. While we were all excited to get out of high school, it went by so fast and some of those people or moments I will never get to see or have again. And third, I would tell myself to pay attention in class and really focus on the mid-term and final exams. In the moment, no one cares about those exams but I would have been much more prepared for college if I had learned to study more in high school. Overall I loved high school and my main statement to myself would be to have fun and soak everything up!

I would tell my self to start filling out Scholarships and working throught out the summer. Moslty its because college is very expensive, and you neen money to get through. Money isnt everything, but it help out a lot when your in tight sistuations.

Oklahoma State University is an accredited school that offers many extra-curricular activities, variety of on-campus living, school-spirit, and a friendly campus family. Make sure you go Greek because most of the leadership on campus is from the Greek community. Although the Greek community is strong on OSU campus do not let in consume all your time, energy, and thoughts. Get involved in some of the other organizations on campus. OSU has a club for anything and any interest you may have. Since there is so much to get involved in make sure you are leaving enough time for you academic and work life. Take advantage of the writing labs, Math and Science Learning centers, Statistic labs and free on campus tutoring. Meet with your professors and persevere through this time of transition from high school to college. Time management is huge and learning your best studying method is crucial. Growing as an individual in your college years is important and setting goals and dreams to work towards will keep you motivated.

I would remind myself of how hard I worked for my good grades in high school and to keep up that hard work. I would also tell myself to get involved with campus organizations because they can help you keep an organized schedule. Being involved in organizations also helps you to meet new people and learn more about the campus. These students can also give you advice on which classes to take and which professor to take. I would also tell myself to study everyday for my classes, even if I did not have to in high school. College is not the same as high school. You must stay focused on going to class, asking for help, studying, and doing all of your homework.

Make sure you choose a school where you want to go. It's okay to go somewhere that you don't know anyone. Get involved and make new friends. Try to step out of your comfort zone of the same people and try new things. Always go to class! There is no reason to skip class, the more you skip, the more likely you are to fail. Try to grow up a little and be responible, even though it is your first time living without your parents, keep your priorities straight and never forget the main reason why you are there! College is about having fun, but don't let college get in the way of your education.

Take the ACT as many times as possible.

Have someone older than you to be there for you and to help guide you.

don't listen to your mom, go to tcc and take the free college

I would tell myself not to stress out and worry so much. As far as exams and final exams go, just pace myself so I do not have to cram too much. And remember, if I have to pull an overnighter, it is just one night and I can sleep the next day. Do not stress out about that. The biggest thing I would tell myself is to stay an extra year and get my master's degree. Once out of school, it is hard to go back and even harder to work full time and go to night school. Stay the extra year and get the master's degree. College is one of the best experiences a person has in their life. You will never have that exact combination of being young, care-free, and friendships as you do in college. Staying an extra year if possible is a gift. My last advice would be to take advantage of any travel opportunity around, like seeing Europe in 29 days or backpacking across Europe. Don?t be afraid to ask Mom and Dad! You never know if they will say ?yes? unless you ask them!

Take it slow. Don't worry about it, your going to figure it out its going to be ok. Enjoy it more and get more out of it. Be aggressive and talk to professors and counselors learn about what you need to take and get the answers you want. Learn about fincial aid and ways to pay for college. Don't be shy its your college experience, your money and your future...go after it!