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I would tell myself to not go to every party and to make sure I get all my work done. To just party on the weekend. I would tell myself to apply for a job early so that I could have some money in my pocket and wouldn't have to depend on my parents. To become more independent and to stay away from a selected few upperclassmen. I would tell myself to scheduel my time and make sure I have my books before I get to school because I was really going to need them and that the library doesn't have all the course books. I would have told myself to apply to later classes so that I wouldn't have been so tired in the morning. I would tell myself to go to bed at a decent hour and to not stay up past 12 every night. I say that passing is everything because failing puts you where I am now. In a rough spot that you feel you CAN NOT get out of. That it feels horrible that when you are your last result to fight for your education and you can only do so little.

Simple advice, apply for a lot of scholarships, any and all that you qualify for, you'll need any and all financial aid you can get. Don't get into bad habits as a student such as procrastinating, that will only cause you a lot of stress in college. Gain as much work experience as you can before you leave, it'll help in the process of finding a job. College is expensive, so plan and save accordingly. Communication is key when it comes to your roommate, if you don't communicate with each other, then it most likely won't work out and one of you will probably move out. Don't let differences keep you from getting to know each other, or getting to know other people in general. College is a time to get over your fears and get out there. try new things, and get to know new people, you'll probably find the friends you will have for the rest of your life.

If I could go back to my senior year of high school what I would tell myself about college would be to try as many opportunities as possible. I would tell myself to join more groups to meet more people, make new friendships, build a network, and also to explore the possibilities. Also, I would tell myself to do things that I want to do and not what others would want me to do. To be able to do something on my own would be a huge thing to change because if I wouldn't try things on my own I could potentially miss out on the great things that life could throw at me.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take more college classes because it is cheaper to take college classes in high school and the credits can be transfer over depends on the school you go to. If I would have take more college classes in high school, I would have graduate from college early and cut back the 4 years of undergraduate degree.

I would of tried to do more for my community and that i would of trained harder for the military. I had a great high school life. I loved doing work with AFJROTC and i love to do school work. I think if i went straight to college instead of the joining the army i might not have the discipline to do the work.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the tranistition, I would give myself the advice to relax and not stress about college. When I was about to go to college, I was extremely nervous and anxious about going to college. I thought the transition would be so hard and I would not make it through it. I would tell myself the college transition is not that scary and I transitioned very well. I was stressed about college and maintaining grades and having enough sleep--so I would tell myself that if I just relax, sleep well, and have good, efficient study habits then I will do fine, and be great!

I would say that college is a whole different world, it gives you the chance to explore different backgrounds from your own. i would aslo say just be yourself, it may be a little different and may seem burdensome but just go after it. you came this far and it's to long of a way to go back. i would tell myself that the college life is something that everyone should be inspired to try. having the knowledge and tools that you have now will enable you to be successful and go out and be all that you want to be. nothing is impossible when you have your mind made up to make change not only in yourself but in others. I also would say that your voice is powe,r read everyhting and ask questions, don't worry about the looks on peoples faces. your going to get and education and that is what your concern shoud be. remember that your dreams are real, if they where not real you would not be making this step to pursue college. keep in mind that you have the power to change once you have the tools to know how.

“Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” -Thomas Edison. As a kid I had always wanted to be a medical doctor. I grew up in a small town Buea in West Africa Cameroon where I completed my high school years. I came to the United State of America and so many people started telling me I could not go to a medical school because it is so hard or a waste of my time and money. That I should go to nursing school instead. Knowing what I know now about college, I will tell myself, Yvonne Efon if you want to be a doctor, get advice from doctors or contact the Medical school directly. Also do not go to a community college in an attempt to save money. Go to a university directly and work as hard as you can to get into Medical school. Never the less, I shall work hard to get a BSN in nursing and apply to Pharmacy school because for me it the only thing closest to a doctor which is what I always wanted to be.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, my first recommendation would be to take your high school classes seriously and learn as much as you can, and do not be afraid to ask questions. Next I would encourage researching different types of jobs along with the type of college degree that they will require. Get a basic understanding of how long your education will take and plan ahead. Research different colleges and find the one best suited for you and research your finacial aid prospects so you dont have to pay back thousands of dollars after graduation. College life will have two different affects on you. One, you will feel free to make your own decisions, and two, it can also be lonley to be away from family and friends. Give yourself time and your fears will calm so you will make better decisions. Most important, I would listen to my family members and peers, they are the ones that have been there, and done that. Other peoples experiences can go a long way in life, and a new life begins after you leave highschool and enter the riggors of college.

Stacey, you're from a small town of 988 residence in Minnesota. You may feel confident in yourself now, but there are circumstances that change things. You have a whole support group of people you've known your whole life in high school. College is a new start, independent. Even if you continue to be a good student, there are other factors involved in college. Your safety is important. Not even your friendly Minnesota environment can protect you. You would never guess being attacked and robbed near your college campus is something you would have to worry about. Working hard, good grades, making new friends, finding future job possibilities; Those are your college concerns, right? There’s more. You never in your high-school career could imagine yourself, the homecoming queen from a happy family, falling into any kind of depression. Your going to go through financial struggles. Feeling alone. You can't hesitate to ask for help. If college isn't offering enough support, don't give up. Keep searching for the help you need. You can't do this alone. College is a struggle. You owe it to yourself to keep fighting for your degree.

I would advise myself to definitely weigh every single option and to never be irrational with my decision making. I would also tell myself to take every little bit of advice I can get from those who have went through the transtition such as teachers, people in college, and parents. I would also make sure to tell myself how great of an opportunity it will can be if given 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} and to not stress out about it but instead prepare myself as well as possible and keep organized!

Actually try in high school because compared to college its a cake walk. Also, be open minded. DO NOT EAT DINING HALL FOOD EVER! Don't talk to boys. Go to hockey games. Go home when you have the time but dont go home every weekend. You will live in the library.

Were I to take a ride on the TARDIS and visit my high school senior self, I would tell myself to approach all my classes with not just the intent to achieve the grades but to develop a complete understanding of the topics. The ability to do well in upper division classes draws on one's ability to retain prior knowledge. I would have had an easier time time had I realized that early on. Also, my inability to settle on a major has caused me difficulty in finishing my degree on time. "Take a diversity of classes your first semester, then find a focus and pursue it!" would have been helpful to hear from myself. Also, I would tell myself to throw reservations aside, put myself out of my comfort zone, and embrace the college experience.

If I could give my high school self any advice, I would say enjoy yourself and smile. When I was a senior, I was sure I would miss high school so much I'd be coming back to visit all the time. Now that I've spent a semester at Saint Cloud State, I love it - I would never go back to high school. So, high school self, I say to you: Stop worrying so much! Life can be stressful, but only if you make it that way. College is a place where you get to reinvent yourself; you'll still hold on to everything your teachers, parents, and friends taught you, but now is your chance to go out on your own and make your own decisions. So decide to make college fun! Moving on and leaving behind everything you've known can be scary. However, if you look at life with a positive attitude, you'll enter into a whole new and better experience. Remember, you only get out of life what you put in.

The advice I would give myself, as a high school senior, is to buckle up and get ready for the time of your life. Although it is NOT east, it is worth it. Everything you have worked for in the past years, and all of the hard work you have been doing will FINALLY pay off, and it is a joyous experience as you will go out into the relal world. I would also tell myself to study, make sure everything I do is to the best of my ability, and to never give up, and always strive for success.

The advice that I would give myself would be to keep up with everything. There is always something going on andI need to stay on top of my work and still be able to have fun.

Always go for it! If there is a club that looks interesting, join it. If you wanna try something different than you normally would, do it. I know that money is a big thing and you love your job, but make time for a social life. You can and will make some amazing friends in college, but you have to open up your schedule a bit to do it. You don't need to work 40 hours a week on top of being a full time student. Live, love, laugh, and also study. College is harder than high school ever was, especially if you don't take time for your friends and family. These will be some of the best years of your life, so live it up.

I would tell myself to practice more with reading the chapters that are assigned, and doing things more on my own. I would also take myself away from my family more because for me the trasition of being away from home is really difficult, on top of trying to stay busy with school. Another thing that I would tell myself if I could go back in time is to start saving money, because it goes so fast when you have to pay for tuiton and books, don't blow your money on stupid things.

I would advise myself to always believe in myself. When coming to college you need to know who you are and never second guess yourself, you are always right. Believing in yourself while in college will make you a better person and you will have more self confidence. Also, I would advice myself to become as active as possible because the more clubs and organizations you join while you are in college, the more experience you gain and you will become a more well rounded person. The last bit of advise would be to always take chances and try new experiences. In college you will have many opportunities to learn new things about yourself and you need to take all the chances you get. College is not just a time to learn, it is a time to find yourself and the person you will become once you graduate.

I would tell myself not to drop out. There are better schools such as SCSU than the one I went to. I would tell myself to enjoy school and do it now rather than later when it WILL be harder. I would tell myself how awesome SCSU is to transfer to, the people, the faculty, the whole general area is better in Minnesota compared to Utah. I would tell myself not to worry so much, I will achieve a good education.