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I would never change the birth of my first born child. Although it did have a hold on my decision on weather or not to go straight to school or not. But the fact that I know now how hard it is to do anything you want in life, I would say just keep doing what you know is best for you and your family. I would tell myself not to worry about what other people say and or want you to do with your life because what they have in mind for you isn't always right for you.

A transitons from highschool to college is a rather competitive transition. Its really more of knowing are you ready to be on your own and handle your responsiblities as a student and young adult, and ready to take the challenge on higher education with no one pushing you every step of the way. Finacially, there is so much you can do as a student. One way to get caught up on finacial aid is my filling out a FAFSA which is government aid money for you to particpate in school. Take a good advantage of this meaning apply for as many grants as you can get and see what else you qualify for. Look at scholarships that the goverment and your school has to offer you. It doesnt have to be academically all the time. Just looking at the talents and services you do can get you scholarships. Its very important to make sure your on top of your finacial aid. Last, academics ; once again no one is going to push you to study and to show up to class on time. Its up to you to be responsible and study, as well as turn in assigmensts on time! Goodluck!

Stay focused, everyone at this school is smart and you cannot get away with zero effort like you did in high school. You have to try to get the grades you want and are used to.

If I could go back and give the high school Jordon advice, I would tell myself to not sweat the small stuff. These people who you go to high school with are going to be such a small part of your life in the long run, don't sweat what they have to say about you now. Enjoy your time and your experience now but always look forward to your future.

Start early!!! Do not procrastinate. If there is a college that you are interested in do your research on what type of school it is, what it offers and how it fits in line with your career path. Because you have financial needs, apply for all grant and scholarship opportunities. Be proactive with your future. Get invloved in campus activities, and participate in things that you wouldnt normally consider. Take chances and net work. Stay forcued and most importantly surround yourself with individual whom are like minded.

I would have told myself to try harder for a better grade and gpa...

Take college seriously. You can't simply "drop" a class without any consequences. It will affect you later in life if you do not do well your freshman year of college. Grades are extremely important in order for me to reach my dream of being a dentist. I wish i could go back in time and have a fresh start.

College is beyond different from high school. Make sure to not slack off in high school, high school grades and grade point average are very important when it comes to applying for college and scholarships. Apply for MANY scholarships, not just university offered scholarships, but also outside scholarships. Keep in contact with high school teachers, recommendations are always needed. Learn now how to not become easily distracted in a class room or while studying. Studying is the key to passing college, and that doesn?t mean to study the day before the exam, but every day. Not all professors have the same accent as you, so it may come a time where you don?t understanding what is being said. Record your professors lectures, not everything on the test is from the book some comes from the professor themselves. Before arriving to college make sure that your financial aid and scholarships are in place. Check to see that the university has received all required documents before arriving. Go on college visits, sit in the classrooms during an actual lecture, see the living conditions, visit the cafeteria, explore the university, it may become your home away from home.

Wow, I would tell myself to not let sucess scare the crap out of me. I have allowed graduating and doing something great in my life to get in my way and now I'm 25 and I still have two more years left. I would have to sit myself down and say that you will go through alot of things in college but keep your eyes on what you came to get. Dont let anyone shatter that for you!

The advice that I would give myself is to focus and put graduation first. Study consistently and finish what you start and do it persistently the on the first shot. Also, apply for as many scholarships as possible and take out less loans.