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If I were able to go back in time I would direct myself to follow the advice that I had been given. I would direct myself to take a better grasp on the information that I learned in high school and then to actually apply the information I had previously learned into my daily life. I would also tell myself that the transition to college is not easy because once you are in college a student needs to have good study habits so that your personal and educational life don't interfere with eachother. Lastly I would direct myself to actually look for scholarships everywhere. This means that I should not only look for scholarships at the school but also on the internet or other organizations that may be giving money.

Use the opportunity of being exposed to different activities, lifestyles and hobbies to find out what you really enjoy. The first year of college allows for many experiences that are completely new since students come from such diverse backgrounds. Take advantage of the diverse population and learn everything you can about other students' ways of life, which can be so foreign to your own. Find friends that will support and encourage you, not just ones that have the same interests as you. These are the friends that will be a part of your life beyond college. Lasting friendships built on trust and love will far outlast those based on similar hobbies. Keep in mind that your purpose in college is to gain knowledge; learn all you can from your professors and make the time worth your while.

The advice I would give to myself is to do better with my study habits. When I got to college I was under the assumption that college was similar to high school but I get to pick the time and class that I wanted to attend. After about a month at Texas Tech away from home with noone telling me to study or whatever I found out that I had to study for the test. In high school everything came natural, I never really had to study.

Study. I floundered my first semester in college, which is the reason this is my junior year in college and I'm at my third (and final) school. And study doesn't mean just doing the required homework. Read the chapters. Take notes on your own. Look into more than just the things covered in class. Being a "nerd" is NOT a bad thing. Its revered in college, not mocked. So learn to do it early so your GPA will stay up. I'm getting 4.0's every semester now, but its still hard to make up that 1.2 first semester when I had a lot of trouble. Also, nobody (well almost nobody) will know you from high school. Its ok if you made mistakes in high school - no one here is going to know. Make new friends as soon as you get to college because it will get more difficult as time elapses, as people has set their groups by the end of the first year. So - make friends, have fun, but study. Academics are the reason for going to college, not partying and drinking. Have fun, but keep the focus.

If I were to go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would let myself know that I needed to get motivated and focused. College is not easy and takes dedication and hard work. Students have to be individually motivated and have the strength and will to achieve.

Dual credit is worth the work

I would tell myself to never hold back from any opportunity that is given to me. It is also important to stay focused on why you're attending college, to attain a degree and begin a caeer. The vitality of staying organized in your school work will make or break you. College is not like high school. You must become involved and make a voice for yourself. Now is a time in your life to discover your true passions and who you really are. The first day of college is like the first day of the rest of your life; no one knows you, but most everyone would like to know you.

There are two distinct aspects to my answer. Academically, I have had the blesssing of working with some incredible teachers and have learned quite a bit. On the other hand, it is interesting to be a Christian on a large campus, due in part to the large amount of people who do not share your beliefs. However, there are many Christian groups that have continued to help me grow spiritually, and because of that my brief time at Texas Tech has been very good.

I have always been a mommys girl, so when I went off to college it was life changing. I didn't think I would like it but turns out I absolutly love it. I love the campus and being on my own. I didn't think I would be able to handle it but it has been a great experience. I am learning to live as an adult. I have learned so much about being on my own and growing up. It is a good experience and I think everyone should have the opportunity to try it. I am so greatful I have the opportunity to go to college because I know most people can't afford it or get loans or scholarships like I have.

My experience thus far has taught me responsibly above all else. I have discovered that you cannot procrastinate or miss classes and still be successful. It is necessary to manage your time as efficiently as possible. I have learned to balance my time much better than I had learned in high school, to do homework as soon as is possible as opposed to procrastinating. It has been valuable to attend because the professors there are genuinely concerned with how well you do in their classes. They are willing to assist beyond the required amount to ensure your success. It is also a good choice to make a smooth transition from high school as opposed to overwhelming oneself with a university that has much larger class sizes.