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If I could go back in time and give myself advice for transitioning into college it would be to study harder and not becoming lazy toward the end of the year. College is very different in how much work is due and the stress over studying for test, and also making time for other activites. If you are participating in someother community, working out everyday, or even having a social life, all this has to fit into a schedule from day to day. Becoming lazy as a High school senior only makes things worse and that much harder to have the "want to" in college. There are obviously parties and other activites that you're going to want to attend but you have to make time for that and also make good desicions. I believe studying harder and not becoming lazy would be the advice I would give myself if i could go back in time.

Do not waste money eating out! Only cook for yourself, frozen meals are bad! Go to Tarleton State University out of high school. Major in english also, minor in education, not the other way around. Quite a few running tips because I run for the university currently.

Prepare yourself for homesickness! It happens and it is no fun. Seniors get "senioritis" I get it but it will kick your butt when you get in college and realize you couldv'e been a few classes ahead if you would've registered for dual credit/college classes. If you do register for these classes DO NOT BLOW THEM OFF! College is expensive save yourself time and money and pass the classes! Speaking of money, SAVE IT! I don't think there is anything worse than realizing you don't have money to buy anything! Above all, have fun your senior year just not too much fun.

The wiser choice would be to tell my high school self to actually study, do my work, and care more about my grade so i could get in to the schools I wanted. In high school I didn't care about any of that, the teachers just passed me on not really caring since I didn't care. To be honest that was my wake up call, I dissapointed myself by not doing everything I was capable of academically. So I would tell my high school self nothing, because learning from my mistakes opened up a new chapter in my life. It lead me to push myself so I wasnt the me I was in highschool. Which resulted in a high GPA and being on the Deans List all semesters i have been in college. So I would tell my high school self to enjoy life and learn from mistakes.

Get an off campus living place as soon as possible and get an on campus job as soon as possible

Dear High School Self, I know you won't make it to senior year. You'll make the decision to drop out hardly into your junior year, so you can work and then start college early. I'm not writing to change your mind; I'm writing to tell you that it is the BEST decision you'll have made for years. College is not easy, but that is irrelevant because you are so much stronger than you realize. Keep moving forward, and don't forget that love is the key to literally everything: your social life, your education, your family. Keep doing your best, and your best will get you everywhere you want to be. Good luck (even though you don't need it when you work as hard as you do), College Self

I would tell myself to try not to be shy because it is important to make friends in college. They could be friends to last a lifetime. I would tell myself how important it is to keep an open mind and try things you never have before because college is all about learning what the real world is like outside of highschool.

I should have told myself to spend more time looking for scholarships before moving to college. I should have tooken more time to fullen gather my knowledge with the college environment so I can have familiar myself somewhat before rooting myself here. I would tell myself that there's really nothing to worry about, and definitely go to class everyday because just missing one day could mean you miss some really important information that you needed to hear.

Don't stress about what is going to happen when you go to college. Don't stress over who your roommate will be, if you will get a good or bad professor, or if it's going to be the right school for you. Worry about all of that when you get there. Make the best of your senior year and participate in every event because you only graduate from high school once. Spend lots of time with your friends and make good bonds with some of your teachers. Once everyone leaves for college, you won't be able to see your high school friends and everyone will be going their separate ways. Those teachers you make good relationships with, might be the ones you need for recommendations for resumes and job applications. Lastly, spend as much time as you can with your family. They're the ones that love you and want to see you succeed in college. You're their baby, and it will be hard on them to see you start the next chapter of your life. Without them, do you think you would have made it this far? Show them some appreciation and love them back.

If I was a high school senior one more time I would tell myself to take advantage of everything college related as possible. I would have attended all the classes and organizational fairs to get myself a step ahead. I would have thanked my family everyday for pushing me to make good grades because without them I would not be where I am today. I would tried even harder for better academic success to make my family even more proud. I would have prepared myself for living on my own. I would have told myself to save more money becauase you will be the brokest you will ever be, but its the time of your life. I would have been envolved in more activites to broaden my horizans, to become an even better leader than I am. But most importantly, I would have told myself to apperaite everything and regret nothing because in college your life changes. You become the person you were born to be.

Dear highschool me , Hi its me , college you , I want to tell you to enjoy yourself more while in highschool. Make sure you savor every moment of everyday. Dont stress about that boy because by now you have forgotten him. Be grateful for the time you have at home with your family and friends. College is way different from high school. You are now responsible for your actions also be cautious of the people you meet. All those thing you were stressed about can't compare to anything you're about to face. Try more networking so that way when you get to college you kind of have a heads up and a guidance couselor to help you cope with everything. Also read more and practice on essay skills they are going to come in quite handy. Listen to everyones advice about college because you dont even understand how real its going to be. If you dont take heed to anythingelse that Ive told you please , please , please I cant stress it enough DO NOT PROCRASINATE. Most of all remain yourself and dont let the critics get to you.

My high school self desired reassurance more than any advice. If I could travel back, I would tell my younger self only one thing: you will make it through. Transitions have always been tough for me, and the stress of moving to a college a whole hour away from my childhood home was a common subject in my weekly counseling appointments. The summer after graduation, I often believed my anxiety would take over and prevent me from success at school. The fall semester, however, came all too quickly and I spent the next year at a small, private college where I learned more about myself than I had in the previous eighteen years. I battled many ups and downs--though often more of the latter--which challenged me in ways I had not expected. Making friends, roommates moving out, eating cafeteria food for every meal, and keeping up my grades while surrounded by the chaos of living in the dorms were not things I had any way of preparing myself for, but I made it through. Now preparing for my sophomore year at a new school, I know something my high school self did not: I will make it through.

There are so many things I would tell myself if I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school. The first and main point I would make is that high school is not my “glory days,” and also that high school definitely does not define who I am. Secondly, I would make a point to tell myself that I would one day learn how insignificant high school drama really is, and that it shouldn not effect my happiness... ever! I would also tell myself that it is so much better to have a few solid friends than multiple acquaintences, and that I will expierence that first-hand one day. Then, I would tell myself that I am the only one that has the power to make me happy and give me joy, and that no one can take that power away from me. I would then remind myself to never stop smiling, because there is so much in life that will pass me by if I am upset or unhappy. Lastly, I will tell myself to get ready, because the amazing life I have ahead has just begun.

If i were able to go back and talk to my high school self, i would tell me to not be afraid of applying to scholarships. they are there to help you and get your degree. I know your panicing and about to enter the real world, but there are people out there that you want ot get your degree and will help you either way they can. If that dosen't convince my high school self, then i was a space out guy who won't pay attention to anything. then, i would tell him that the earlier you apply and the better you work hard, the better outcome and chance you will have of getting your degree and scholarships. These would be my wise words for telling my high school self cause know one understands me than myself.

The best advice I would give myself would include not settling for less when it comes to school and education. Also, you should never put opportunities off and procrastinate because you will regret it down the road. The best thing to do is to complete your school early so you can enjoy life later.

Don't listen to everyone else, take a year off, learn about yourself, get a job and save up some money first. And when you do go, major in HR Management, it'll save you a lot of time, money, and effort.

Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself to be more dedicated during my first year of college. I would explain the importance of staying on track and working hard in order to complete classes. I would remind myself that successful people don't get to sleep in until noon, and it takes time, effort and energy to get things done. Since I worked full time the entire time I was in school, I would also tell myself to make more time for social activities and not to take myself and life too seriously, while still remaining focused on attaining good grades and working toward a better future.

What I know now about college life it is very challenging say the least. In high school especially my senior year everybody was more focused on graudating then thinking about what happens after graduation. If I could go back to my senior year I would tell myself to enjoy the homework and having really no responsibility. Also, learning how to truly study for tests would of been very helpful. One class I had in my senior year we learned how balance checking accounts, pay bills, and how to study. At that time I did not really take in the daily lessons to succeed after graduation. During the transition period it is very important to spend time researching the right colleges to attend and what career goals to try an obtain.

I would tell myself to make sure that you pay attention in school. Make the effort to understand what is going on around you. And remember to do the best that you can do, it will pay off in the end. If you just put a little more effort than what you are doing, it will make all the difference in the end. Make sure to take the time to spend time with everyone and know that college is different than high school. It is much harder and really focus on learning how to study. Make sure you also apply for plenty of scholarships! Paying for college is hard and really takes the focus off of the studies, save yourself the stress!

As a high school senior, I know you feel like you are ready to take on the world. Your grades are good, you have done well all throughout grade school, and you have several choices of where to go to college because of this. I know you don’t want to stay at home and go to Northeast Texas Community College. You want to move and get the college experience, but trust me it will be worth it. Take the full ride to the community college. You’re going to change your major, and doing this at a community college is so much less stressful, not to mention it costs so much less! Going to NTCC before you go to Tarleton is going to be the best decision you ever made. You will graduate college debt free with some money to spare for graduate school. Your parents are right. They know you need a slow transition. You will still get the “college experience” when you transfer to Tarleton to become an ag teacher. Shocker right? You thought you would go on to pharmacy school. You’re going to love it; college will prepare you to take on the world.