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I would tell my self to choose a college based on what I want, and not what anyone else wants. I would also remind myself to think about the long run, and whether I will be able to afford the college I choose over the 4 years I attend. Also, I would tell myself to enjoy the last year of highschool and not get so wrapped up in college applications. Of course, I would still want to tell myself to work my hardest, but to also balance fun with it. Because you are only in highschool once, and you might as well live it up while you can!

If i could go back in time and talk with my "senior self" i would tell myself to start practicing better study habits. The homework and studying load is greatly increased at the college level and i have been able to meet the expectations, but if i had been able to develop better habits during high school i would have a much bigger advantage.

The advice I would give myself would to prepare myself in a better way to be out on my own and to learn how to study my way. I would tell myself I needed to learn how to cook, do laundry and all the other things you need to learn that you may need when living on your own. I feel everyone has their own personal way to study. I would tell myself to take harder classes to prepare for college and to find out my personal way to study before I went to college. That way it would take less time for me to get use to the transition to the college life. Since the college life is much harder and faster then high school life.

I would go back and tell myself to think about the school that will fit me best; what programs they provide, how well it will fit in with my goals in life and how long I am going to be there. I would tell myself that I don't know everything and that I should take extra help and get all the information that I need to make things run smoothly. Next I would tell myself to not slack off and take the classes that are hard so I could be done with some of those by the time I got to college. I would also tell my self to try everything and not be afraid of what is going to happen or the unknown. Finally I would tell my younger self to enjoy the process of getting into college and what comes after it because it is fun and you learn a lot!!

The number one thing I would tell myself is to spend more time preparing for college both academically and financially. These are the two things I wish I had worked more on. When preparing academically, I would say you need to spend more time studying and getting the best grades possible, as well as taking more concurrent enrollment classes to further my college education before I even began. I also would have liked to have created a better studying habit. This would have helped me be prepared for the fast pace of some of the classes I would end up taking in college. As for the financial side, I would suggest putting aside money in a savings account so that you have a good financial start to help you with college expenses. Along with saving money, I would suggest applying for every scholarship you apply for, and to only use student loans when they are absolutely neccessary. This will allow you to use your money for other expenses rather than having to live from paycheck to paycheck or relying on your parents for financial help. Also, applying for scholarships will give you experience in filling out applications for after graduation.

Boys are still blind

If I could go back and talk to my high school senior self I would tell her to spend less time worrying about social attachments. I would tell myself to start spending more time equilibrating to a more concrete study schedule. Looking back AP classes were not enough preparation for the rigours of college classes. The most important piece of information I could give my senior self is to not underestimate the importance of keeping up with the reading. I would tell myself that procrastinatin is not an option and sleep is just as important as getting the homework done. Lastly I would tell myself that it is not cowardly to ask for help when you feel like you're sinking without a life-line. Questions are good, and don't expect to know and understand the information before even entering the class.

I would definitely tell myself that I needed to really work hard on my grades, so that I could get into what ever college or university that I wanted to attend., and so I could get a scholar ship to help pay for college because it is very expensive. I would also make sure that I gave myself a better head start in college by taking college classes while still in High school. I think that one of the biggest things that high school seniors need to think about if they are going to be paying their own way through college is finding a college that is close to home, so that they can save money while getting their generals out of the way because most college students no matter what age they are do not really know which direction to take for their major until they have taken most if not all of their general educations classes. This way they can save a lot of time and money that they would have wasted on living expenses and out of state college tuition until they know what they really want to specialize in.

First of all, move out of the house. Even if you go to the University of Utah, it IS worth it to pay rent and move fifteen minutes away from Mom and Dad. You will feel so much more liberated and you will be able to do things on your own terms, which is something you haven't ever been able to do. I know it's scary to live with roommates, but aim for a private room and be open about any problems that you may have. It will probably be a blessing and a curse, but roommates will teach you how to live with people who aren't required to love you unconditionally and you will appreciate them from time to time (like when you're scared and don't want to be alone, when the utility bill comes in, or when they have bakeware that you don't and let you borrow it.) Also, date. Although I love my boyfriend very much, I sometimes wish I had met him later on and I wish I had allowed myself more time to be single. It can suck but it can be a lot of fun, too.

I would tell myself to so more work in high school so I could have been closer to graduating when I got to college, because it is expensive and my family can't afford to pay for my college. I would have also said to work hard and not let my socal life get in my way my first semester so that I could get better grades. then i would also have told my self to start planning for college my sophmore year in high school so i knew what I had to do to be better prepared and could have applied for some scolarships

I would tell myself to get a job. Participating in sports and extracurricular activities help build character, but a solid financial block is necessary. Having a job in this economy also helps one to obtain a hard-working frame of mind. In this society, everybody wants material things. And they want it NOW. They are willing to borrow thousands of dollars without a method of paying it back. Whatever happened to saving up all of the change in your piggy bank and going out to reward yourelf with that nice car? There needs to be a sense of urgency especially in the present society. The economy continues to falter, and the world needs hard workers to replace the slackers. When does this training start? In the teenage years my friend.

The advise I would give myself is that highschool is free and college is not, and I should appreciate my priveledge to go to school. Going to school is going to help me so that I can live a carefree life and not always have to struggle like my family. I would also tell myself that I am not stupid that I am very capable of getting good grades I just need to work hard and focus on my dreams and goals. Also I would say keep your family close because you never know when you wont have them anymore.

Be willing to put in the extra time and effort. The benefit you will receive for having done so will be tremendous. Learn to roll with the punches and let the little things go.

I would tell myself to follow my dreams. I have worked my whole life to impress a father I hardly know and now am in so much debt due to working toward a degree I never wanted. I ended up changing my major just days ago to theater to finally follow my drams of acting, and now I couldn't be happier. I also would tell myself that asking for help isn't a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength. I struggled a lot harder my Freshman year than I had to, and if I would have only asked more questions I probably would have flet a lot better about school.

When I was a senior in high school I was hugely concerned with applying and going to college. If I could go back in time I would tell myself to calm down and that there was no need to be worried. The stress that I felt about going to a new place and being involved in new things practically ruled my life at times. If I could have been calm and clear in my ideas and desires then I think I would have been more comfortable and tried to apply for more scholarships and opportunities. However, I was so concerned with simply leaving home that I let all of these things pass me by.

I would tell myself to focus on my grades, and to not be afraid to ask professors for extra help. I would try and decide on an academic major sooner so that I could've saved time and money. I would tell myself to keep a consistent schedule and to never miss class. To schedule all of the "fun stuff" on the weekends, and not sacrifice needed study time for social activities. I would tell myself to be wary of time-filling boyfriends and too needy friends. Overall, I would just stress the importance of proper time management and living on a budget.

There are a few important things that you and/or your children should know about finding the right college and making the most of your college experience. First, there?s the academic aspect of the college. It?s important to know that your school strives for your successful future. This includes everything from your school helping you set up financial aid and housing to the hard work that goes into making sure you succeed and receive everything you need to do your best. Ultimately your success is the school?s success. Second, it?s important to feel the sense of community about your school. Knowing that you are accepted, welcomed, and supported is paramount to complete your college experience and internalize a drive to succeed and create a future for yourself and become part of your school. And third, the communication between you and your school. Your success comes from the communication that is developed and maintained so that you are always aware of what your school can do for you, as well as of what you can do for your school. These help you to create the best of your college experience by finding the right college for you.

First off, I would try to find a school that is very supportive of your students not only through scholarships, but also with tutoring help (even the best of us have a hard time in class and stop by tutoring labs), safe campuses, psychological help, and where the student can keep the focus on studying while maintaining a balance with a social life. Secondly, it is also a good idea to have some distance (but not too much) from family in order to have a feeling of independence while not being too far or estranged from home. Thirdly, but not least importantly, make sure that the student has a supplement of enjoyable classes along with a good basis for their focus or major. Make sure that the campus and housing is comfortable for the student and for the parents and communicate to make compromises to suit both parties. Always remember, the actual challenge begins AFTER choosing the campus, but don't let homesickness or the anxiety of college workloads overwhelm the student. Select a campus where you can be involved in studies and yet have a safe good time with peers. Good luck and have fun in college!

Pick a school in a location you can handle living in. Choose somewhere you want to go because you want to go there, not because all your friends are going there and you don't want to be alone. You will make friends. Before you choose someplace make sure you have financial plan. When you get to college study hard but also have fun. Don't lock yourself away and be antisocial. Get involved that is the best way to make friends and to make the most of school. But don't slack off either. Just make sure that you can make a decision and have no regrets.

I believe that both the parents and prospective student should visit the campus, and talk with professors/advisor in their prospective fields. I believe that a good solid career center is crucial for any outstanding university. Also, make sure the student is easily able to get around town in such transportation i.e. a car isn't available.