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One thing I can definately say is that its not as easy as you think. Sure you managed to get through high school fine, but don't overestimate yourself and dont underestimate the work that you're given. High school is definately very different from college, and no one will be there to hold your hand anymore. You'll be all alone out there in the world, but just because that's never really happened to you before doesn't mean you should cower away. Thats the last thing you should do. Because after all you're free now! You can enjoy life and have all kinds of wonderful experiences, just don't do anything stupid--that's the next to last thing you should do. Have fun and be sure to make friends--plenty of them!!--and always remember to keep God in your heart and in everything you do. Another important thing is to be sure to try to create your own personality; for eighteen years you've been shy, afraid to open up to the world, but you shouldn't be that way. Please accept this blessing you've been given and shape it as your own.

Unlike high school where you can basically go to class, fall asleep, come home, watch TV, lather, rinse, repeat, and still make straight A?s, you actually have to study in college. I?m talkin? textbooks, notebooks, flashcards, PowerPoints, study groups, coffee runs, and a serious lack of quality time with your pillow. And yes, this dramatic increase in contact with academia will affect your social life. Don?t get me wrong though, your social life still has its place. Without one, you might just make those A?s. But student beware? college is not, I repeat ? NOT ? all about the grades. You learn more lessons outside of class than in the front row of a lecture hall. This is where that whole "college experience" your grandmother warned you about comes into play. Schedule some time for recreation. That means buy a planner and a pencil, and make some plans with friends - preferrably not during the time you're supposed to be in class. See a movie, do some (window) shopping, have a "chubby bunny" contest. Whatever floats your boat. Just remember, when you're done goofing off, it's back to the books! Have fun!

If I were to go back to myself as a high school senior, my words of advice would be that first when deciding on what university to choose, defiantly visit the campus. It helps you calm any doubts about your dream school, but then also see exactly how your university functions. Universities are much different in real life than in brochures. Second, I would tell myself to utilize the professor and all the aid that they offer; any type of office hours available or tutoring sessions available for the course you may be having trouble with, or even a course you think you might have some trouble with. The tutoring sessions are especially helpful, because they are held by people or even students that have a great depth in the subject. Lastly, meet new people, with no hesitation. There are so many people at this level of education, people that will bring a new outlook on your life and defiantly help the void of being away from home. Practice some hestiation to new social situations, but defiantly meet new people. The people you meet become a network for you that can help you in many future situations.

If I could go back in time and tell my high school self anything to make my transition to college a little bit easier, I would be sure to tell myself to put myself out there and to not be afraid of what others think. There are plenty of people at college, so if things don't work out with one person they?re sure to go well with another. I would remind myself to be vigilant when designating time for work and play. College is a time for fun and meeting friends that you will have for the rest of your life, but you also need to get the grades to have a successful career. I would remind myself that college is a privilege, and as such it can be taken away. I would tell myself to get involved and to volunteer for things. Both are necessary to further develop the characteristics that you will need throughout both your professional and private lives. I would tell myself to be a leader, but remember to acknowledge when help is needed because it will make the lives of everyone run a little smoother. Lastly, I would say remember to have fun!

High school is unbelieveably dramatic. Kids can be unforgiving and cruel. Sometimes the brightest kids have the most difficult time in high school because the pressures built up by the students around them make learning difficult. There are cliques and rules and so much pressure from parents. The advice I would give to myself is that you just have to make it through graduation. Because college is worth the wait. Learning becomes an enjoyable experience rather than a chore. You learn how to be independent, but you aren't thrown completely on your own, so you don't have to be afraid. You're still in school and still protected. But you get to make your own mistakes and learn from them. You learn how to study and pay attention. You learn responsibility--how to grocery shop for yourself, do your own laundry, cook, clean, etc. Here you will be taught how to gain the resources to make a good life for yourself. College is where you really find yourself. The most important thing you have to know is that you can make it there, and that 's where it all gets better.

Work hard, school is something you must take seriously at this campus in order to succeed. However, be prepared to play hard as well, for you will meet some of the best friends of your life here. Ignore high school, it is not something you should allow to hold you back, you are bigger than that town and do not let anyone make you think otherwise. However, don't change for anyone; continue to be a kind, down-to-earth, hardworking person, for your college deserves nothing less from you.

If I could go back in time I would give myself a lot of advice. I would advise myself to research and look into more colleges so I could've made a better fit from the beginning. The hassle of attending three different colleges before finding a school that fit my needs was a waste of time but a learning experience. I wish I would have taken more time for myself and figured out what program would be best for me. Changing your major after being half way done with a program was also a waste of time other than finding out what I really wanted to go to school for. I should have used my resources better because there are plenty of career service advisors that could have helped give me a better direction in my career choice. Now that I am a graduate I am glad I went post secondary in high school and I'm proud of myself for all of my accomplishments. I can now say my goal was a success!

Everyone says the first year is difficult, which is true, but i think too much emphasis is put on the first year. there are good reasons why the first year is what you hear most about. there is a massive change that takes place between high school and college. you're out on your own and have to make your own decisions, college classes are harder than high school classes and you have to work harder, and of course you're with your friends 24/7 (which can be distracting), but what happens after the first year is over? can i just relax and coast though the rest of my time at school? NO! college is like a marathon, if you stop after the first quarter of the race and just walk the rest of the way you have no chance of winning. my goal is to graduate with a strong GPA and a good network to make job searching easier. i leave you with his advice, stay focussed. friends are important, but you are here for school so set priorities and stick with them. good luck and hopefully this time travel didn't cause a universe altering paradox.

First off i would try not to get so caught up in the junior and seniopr moments and focus on taking more Pre-AP and AP classes or even some college courses. I went to Hammond Oliver a sub school with Bryan High that offered internships with different fields senior year. I wish i would have chosen Physical or Occupational Therapy as my internship since i know thats what i would like to do. Another thing i would like to do is taken more secondary language, i took Latin which i was very good at but i stopped at two years and can now only remember the most basic root words. Latin is a good language for anyone wanting to go in the medical field since almost all medical words are based of Latin roots along with many languages having similarities with Latin.

BE FEARLESS. College is more than a school. It is a microcosm of society where students can ?practice? their methods of influence before embracing the real world. Voice your opinions. Create a new organization. Improve the current policies. You don?t have to wait to be an alumnus to give something back. BE STRATEGIC. Whatever career you choose, research the requirements and the preparations needed for that position. YOU do it. Don?t throw it on your advisor. Create a plan or a timeline to meet your goal and follow it through. Study others who have walked the same path before you and copy their methods of success. Avoid their mistakes. BE OPEN. Befriend people who are not like you. Learn about a different culture. Communicate with those who have diverse perspectives on life. It will conquer any prejudice or stereotypical views you may have and foster more creativity by promoting the ability to look at things a different way.

I would tell my high school senior self that college is not like high school. You need to study and focus on school work and not put it off until the last minute or your grades will suffer because of it. You don't want to just get by in college, you want the good grades. Also, time management is crucial, learn how to set time to study and then you will have time for anything else, play or work. College is the real deal and it is the best years of your life, take it seriously, and make something of yourself. Don't waste time.

If I could go back into time and give my past self advise, I would tell myself to keep on keeping on! Never lose sight of your dream. There will be many trials and times where you will be beaten down and feel like you can't go on but you can. Have you friends speak truth over you, talk to an advisor or pastor. The number one thing you can do is believe in yourself. You are your worst critic and you shouldn't listen. Know the truth, believe it, and run with it.

If I could go back in time as a high school senior I would tell myself plethora of items that would have helped me out in the first year of university. I would start by advising myself to not succumb to the infamous Senioritis. Because of the ?disease? I lost a huge amount, if not all, of the interest of finishing my advanced high school courses. I would follow this advice by smacking myself upside the head and yelling at my senior self for only taking the SAT once. My coupled score of English and mathematics was forty points shy of automatic acceptance into Texas A&M and would have saved me a lot of unneeded stress if I had gotten all 1300 points. I would also mention that we should have applied to more scholarships to help our dad who is paying for two college students at the same time. I would proceed to warn myself about not getting too cocky over the easiness of college courses since because of that we would fall short to gain the ability to enter Honor roll courses by 0.17 GPR points. Finally I would congratulate myself for entering Texas A&M.

First, look into ALL of your options. Just because something is easy or convenient does not mean it is the best choice. Make sure to ask questions: school counselors, advisors, and other school professionals are valuable resources when making decisions about college. Apply for every scholarship and grant you can get your hands on, and really find out what your financial options are. Go to community college to get the basics done: it is easier and cheaper. Take summer school when available. Get involved. Having a feeling of inclusion and family helps you feel successful and accepted. Make sure to be tolerant. You will meet many different people with many different points of views, and it is so important to practice acceptance, kindness, and open-mindedness. Be especially easygoing with your roommates. They will drive you nuts, they may be inconsiderate, and they may not be your best friends, but don't stress the small stuff and just make sure to be the best roommate YOU can be.

I would tell myself to put myself in situations that are outside of my comfort zone more frequently. I would also emphasize the importance of not only academics but also in having fun becuase you are only in college once in your life.

Though your close relationship with your family is a strong priority in your life, don't let that deter you from fully focusing on school and making friends. It may seem tough initially, but your close relationship with your family won't change. They'll need to adjust to your move as well, but they'll be just as supportive 100 miles away. Choose a school that you feel passionate about. You should never feel as if you're settling when it comes to something as important as higher education. It will be your life for the next four years.

Stay focused on school because that is your main priority. Meeting new people, and being on your own is great, but you have to always remember the main reason that you are in school is to get an education. You can't let the hype of college life affect you and become one of the statistics that never finish college and drops out. ALWAYS keep your eye on the prize.

Remember that you are not alone in this transition. There is a whole class of freshmen students who feel the same way as you do. Feeling alone and isolated will make your adjustment to college extemely difficult. The wise thing to do is to form connections with other people as soon as possible. Most universities offer a wide variety of school sponsored camps, before school starts, to help freshmen meet other students. I recommend that you take advantage of these events. If nothing else, these camps help break the ice and remind you that there are others who feel the same way that you do. Another way to make the transition easier is to join a club. There are a wide variety of clubs open to all students. Find a club that interests you and attend a meeting. The key to a positive experience during your first year of college is to remain open to new possibilites. The fear of trying new things will limit your college experience. Make a concerted effort to keep this fear in check. College is so much more than school books and lectures. It is a chance to grow as a person. Seize this opportunity.

I have often wished that I could have known in high school what I now know about college life and how to successfully manage. The single biggest point I would stress to my high school self if given the opportunity is to attend each and every class. Regular class attendence increases ones chances of success exponentialy. The second most important thing I would tell myself is to not think I know everything and accept the fact that it is going to take hard work and dedication to succeed in classes. Finally, I would tell myself not to do things the hard way and to actively seek out help and advising from the many programs and institutions whose sole purpose is to help college students succeed. I would stress the importance of looking for grants and scholarships such as these, as they make college life much easier and allow the student to focus of the academic material, which is what is really important.

Attend a 2 year college and then trasfer, this way it is cheaper and you can get a higher gpa and do not frustrate with the wiped out classes at the university