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the only advice I could give to myself would be study more and actually apply yourself. in high school i took advantage of the teachers willingness to aid. i only wanted to have fun and wasnt ready to take on school. if i had the chance to go back and was able to convince myself to take the schooling seriously that would be the greatest achivement i could have.

Hey you! I know you are so stressed right now, worrying about the money, worrying about getting into a college, worrying if you are enough, smart enough to get accepted, talented enough to succeed, hard working enough to get scholarships. Stop worrying. You are going to be just fine. You have worked really hard all the way through high school, held down a job, done your volunteering, and worked hard on your chosen subject. It IS enough. You've spent four years doing all the right things, preparing for what is to come, and you are ready. At college, you are going to find fantastic professors who will encourage you to do your best and help you get there. You are going to meet wonderful, funny, smart friends in your dorm. You are going to fulfill those dreams you have had, and you are even going to get those grants and scholarships you need so badly that without them, there is no college. For you, there IS college. Your dreams are going to come true.

As a high school senior I wish I was told that I need to teach myself how to study. I know getting good grades is easy for you now, but it won’t always be like that. You can’t fly through classes in college like you are able to in high school. Even if you do not need to study for a class, try to anyways. It’s not like it could hurt. In college you NEED to study and you do not have time to teach yourself how to. It’s know or fail. Once you get the hang of what works for you, things will get easier. That’s why you need to practice now and master the skill.

The advice I would give myself is to get involved into high school activities so I can transfer the exeperience to college and build my skill in college. Also, I would have to know what I want in college and to be prepared for the challenges and sacrifices I have to make in order to get to where I want to be and be content with my results in class.

If I could go back to my senior year, I would change a lot. I would have taken a full load of classes and studied harder. I would have gone to every class, everyday. I would have fully applied myself to everything that I was doing. I would have taken the SAT and ACT. I would have joined school organizations, activites and volunteered more. I would have applied to colleges, not just the local community college. I would have worked with my guidance counselors more, to help me research colleges and scholarships in my area.

Believe it or not, everything you experience in high school, whether it be educational or personal, will become useful in college. You may study the exact same lessons in some courses, or even use the leadership and social skills you formed. Don’t be afraid to put your confidence to good use and say what you’re thinking because your ideas and problem solving skills will get you far. Leave all your expectations behind. College is not what you think it will be. Most college tour guides tell you exaggerations of the truth. They tell you things like the majority of students get accepted into new dorms, when in reality, you will probably get crammed in an older high rise dorm. Another common misconception, despite what the entertainment industry makes you believe, your roommate probably won’t be your best friend and you won’t be partying all the time like some American Pie movie. The only way to find the real story behind a school is to visit a friend or stay with a mentor if possible. Most importantly, go after what you want and NOT what others want for you. Welcome to the real world, enjoy the ride.

There are two things that I'd say were my most valuable assets gained from attending Salisbury University. The first is of course the education. I truly believe that the education I received at Salisbury University set me up for success in my career. The small, intimate campus setting provided a "home away from home" and a great learning environment. The second most valuable asset I gained from my college experience were my friends. I still keep in touch with many of them and consider them some of my closest friends. These were the people who grew up with me, played sports with me, laughed with me, and went through tough times with me. The experiences I have had with them are invaluable and have cemented us a friends for life. I'd never trade my college experience for anything. It has shaped me into the person I am today and for that, I am forever grateful to my alma mater, Salisbury University.

A lot! The college experience is much more than what is learned in classes from professors. Living on campus with my fellow classmates has brought me closer to them, giving me an insight on various cultural backgrounds and an understanding of people. I've been exposed to numerous foods from different countries through the dining hall. Social experiences on and off-campus have allowed me to learn more about myself. it's highly valuable to attend college because what you learn goes beyond your college years. Not only do you obtain a degree, but you also learn more about yourself.

My college experience has not only been one to remember, but it has been life changing as well. As a current sophomore in college, I've not only learned things in the classroom, but I have grown and learned many things about myself as a young individual, which I feel is very important. seeing as many people struggle to find themselves. I've learned my likes and dislikes, I found great friends, and I found a field I hope to spend the rest of my life pursuing; teaching. I have a dream that one day when I become a teacher, I will change the lives of children, and help them believe that they can one day achieve their goals through hard work, patience, and determination. Without college I would not have this opportunity, and I am very grateful that I am fortunate enough to attend. College is making my dreams come true.

While attending Salisbury University, I joined a lot of extra circular activities. I joined two dance teams and the African Student Association, while still maintaining good grades. I love people and interacting with them. I’m used to adapting to new people and different personalities. My first semester was wonderful; I met so many new people and got to learn new things about different cultures, background, and ethnicities. Although I had wonderful times, adversity certainly did hit. My first semester at Salisbury certainly was not easy because all of my financial aid did not cover all of my tuition and fees. Unfortunately my mom, who is unemployed, had to pay the rest of the fees out of pocket, which did not help out financial troubles. Going through this, taught me to turn my almost inadaptable personality into one that is adjustable and flexible. Being the only one in my immediate family to attain a degree from a university, there is definitely a lot of pressures. The pressure is what drives me to continue my college education, and my first semester of college overall I learned to be a better person and aspire to be all that I can be.