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I would probably tell myself to do the same things that I did. Attend a Community College once I graduated from college and then transfer to a four year college. The only one thing that I would change would be to meet with an academic counselor in the EOPS department for assistance and apply for financial aid.

The advice I would give my high school senior self about college is that you need to have your priorities set before you start your college career. Many students in high school believe that college is one big party, and that is their motivation to make it into college, whether it is a prestigious school or not. The one thing you need to remember is that you are going to college in order to get an education that will, in turn, help you achieve the life and job that you desire. Your parents are paying a ton of money to put you through college because they believe in you. They believe that one day, college will soon pay off when you get that job you have wanted since you were seven years old, a zoo veterinarian. You will have friends that put social priorities before academic priorities. However, you will see that this negatively affects their grades. Stay true to yourself and your priorities and you will get through college with little problem. Remember that your academics have been, and always will be, your top priority.

if I could speak to my High School Senior self, I would tell her that going to the Community College was the best place to improve your artistic skills. You have become a very strong artist and continue to do so. However, don't go to SDSU as an Interior Design Major, it's not the world for you and you'll just be miserable. Aim for your dream art school in San Francisco. Meanwhile, SDSU has a great Study Abroad program with Japan, you can get a head start with by taking some Japanese classes at Mesa to get a leg up and a better chance of gaining 3 years of proficiency to go to Osaka University of Arts. Enjoy it, don't rush.

I would advise myself to not stress out so much about college. Although getting into the best school is nerve racking, you end up in the right place for you. I'd still encourage myself to do well in school and participate in extracirriculars and try to make myself the best possible applicant for colleges, but I'd also remind myself not to get too caught up into where everyone else is going and the stereotypes and hype associated with other universities. I'd also advise myself to spend time with my friends and family and to enjoy having downtime while at home. College can be so fast-paced and I really miss being able to relax at home. Most importantly though, I'd advise myself to be true to my values and be myself when entering college. I watched so many people be negatively affected by not sticking to their values and being untrue to themselves and it lead to them having a less than desired first college experience.

I would tell myself that the transition into college will be a very different experience that is filled with many changes and many new relationships. It is an experience that must be embraced because it is a time that is used to help students figure out who they are and who they want to become. Attempting to become involved with the school and participating in various classes, clubs and activities will allow you to help recognize your interests and even possibly develop a new career path. It is okay to enjoy the fun social life that college brings; go out, have fun, and meet new people, but just dont forget the reason why you are attending college. The purpose of school is to learn new useful information that will prepare you for the real world and then applying that knowledge to hopefully selecting the most ideal career. My overall advice is to work hard ,embrace the entire college experience, and let it help you carve your own path by following your instincts and making wise choices.

There is clearly not enough advice I could give my seventeen year-old self. There is so much to know about college life and making the transition from kid to adult in 2 seconds. I would advise myself to apply myself to the toughest classes offered at my high school such as AP and Honors classes. Also, I would highly recommend myself to take college courses during the fall, spring and summer because it truly pays off in the end. Not only do you save money but you also learn the way a college class works concerning papers, midterms and finals. Another huge idea would be to work and save money. No matter how much financial aid, loans you take out or money your parents give you, there are always other hidden expenses such as grocerries, going out to eat, expensive school supplies and other things. If I would of known what I know now, my life would be a little different and a lot more stress free which is always a plus!

College is a choice, not a requirement. If you really want to further your education, do it at the optimum time for you. Have fun, and be young while you can! After high school, cause mayhem and worry later. Live your life to the highest extent. If you want to backpack through Europe, climb the Alps, or just eat French fries in France, earn some quick cash and get out there! Colleges will always be waiting for you, your G.P.A. is never going to change, and in a year or two or three or however long you can live as a free bird, pursue the university dream. You’re going to appreciate that education a billion-fold times more when you’re older and more worldly knowledgeable. You can take that first-hand experience of life and incorporate it in your studies and debates, rather than only knowing the fact that the drive around your hometown lasts a total of seventeen minutes. There’s more to life than sitting behind a computer or hiding behind a book. You can’t learn about the world if you’ve never even taken the first step in it. C’est tout!

Getting involved and networking is key. Make significant connections with influential characters in your field of choice either through memberships and societies or through work and volunteer experience. The wisdom, guidance, and motivation these people will provide you with will enhance your learning experiences and your life experiences.

Read more. Ask more. Be involved more in my community. Relax less. I would also tell myself to that I should have been more focused about my education rather thinking the whole year that I was finally graduating. I would also prepared myself more for the state test so i could have taken fewer class or been at the same starting points at a college student rather than being held back in writing.

If I were to go back in time and be able to give myself advice on my higher years of education, I would tell myself one thing: enjoy my childhood as much as I can. When I was a child, I never took my childhood to the full extent. I never broke a bone. I never learned to skate. I was the safe child. Doing everything by the books. I listend to my parents constantly. Sure I had fun, but I did not experience a full childhood. Looking back now, I see myself maturing early. Now that I am in college, going about my business, I wish I had something to look back on. In order to move forward, one needs a concrete foundation. I understand I got to where I am today because of what I did in the past. I suppose my choices and decisions were the right ones. Even so, I look back and wonder "What if?"