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If I were to go back and visit my high school self, I would tell myself not to worry and not to be afraid. I would say that everything happens for a reason and if I trust in God, everything will fall into place. I can handle independence and I can handle change. Sure it takes some adjusting, but I am about to make the most wonderful friends: the ones who will last; I am about to learn of the most interesting subjects; and I am about to do things that I never would have dreamed possible for me to do. I am about to grow up, learn, and transform more than I could have expected. I am about to discover that anything is possible if I want it badly enough. I am about to go on a most exciting adventure.

I don't know if I'd want to go back in time to tell myself anything. I think that part of the transition from high school to college is not knowing what to expect: being scared and excited at the same time, freaking out when you walk into your first college class. I wouldn't want to ruin this experience for myself. When I moved into my dorm, I was terrified of being late to my classes the next day. I was terrified of being in this huge school with only a few friends, but after that first day I realized it wasn't much different from highschool. Boys didn't magically become mature over the summer, and my mom was still there to talk to on the phone everyday if I wanted to, but I needed to figure that out on my own. Looking back now, I wouldn't have wanted to know exactly what college would be like before I got there: part of the fun, part of the experience, was not knowing.

Knowing what i know at the age of 23, i would have a serious convesation with the high school senior myself. I would give the advice of do not try to rush through the community college, taking 6 classes in one semester will not help me be where i thought i will be in 4 year. I would suggest to take only 4 classes in different fields, for example, art, humanities, business, biology. Community college is a great place to experiment. Once i know what out there and decide what area i want to work in should i really focus on my studies to achieve my goals, but fist i expore my opportunities.

This is something that I have personally thought about many, many times. If I could go back in time I would advise myself to pick my major much earlier that I did to get a better head start. Also, I would try harder to get a car earlier in college than I did. Another thing would be to start volunteering and looking for internships as soon as possible in my college career because the earlier the better. One of the most important things would be to not take the advice I was given by some school advisors to take my time and not rush these things until my junior year. If I had not trusted their advice, I could be in a much better position right now to guarantee a high chance of getting into the graduate schools of my choice.

If I could go back to high school, I would tell myself to keep in touch with the friends you have. In college, it is difficult to meet friends because many of the classes are so large that you may not even sit by the same person more than a couple of times. There are so many people around, yet you feel lonely. I would also tell myself to save money for on-campus housing. I do not feel that I am getting a true "college experience" by living with my parents. Although I am saving money, I am missing out on an experience to gain independence and make new friends. Also, I would tell myself to talk to an academic advisor at least once a semester, and set realistic goals. If the goal is to go to medical school, yet your GPA is barely 3.0, it is probably time to set a new goal for yourself.

If I was to go back in time to my high school senior year and talk to myself, I would greatly encourage myself to continue working hard for my education. Being at this university has allowed me to see the importance of a good education and being prepared for the various courses involved in my Computer Engineering major. I would encourage myself to make a life-plan for college in order to get an idea of what I will be doing as a college student, and pay close attention in my high school classses to be prepared for college courses. I would also advice myself to begin networking due to the fact that entering into college could be a bit stressful for a high school student; however, receiving the right aid will be of great benefit. Being a college student is a great priviledge, and I will make sure to let myself know that as long as I strive for higher education and overcome all obstacles, I will accomplish all my college and career goals.

The first thing I would say is not to "take a break" as so many people do, because this one year break ended up being three years and now it is even harder to finish with everthing else that has to be done as well. Second I would tell myself to be more active in seeking advice and assistance from the people that are available to help because there are so many of them and I ignored them all. All and all I suppose I would tell myself to just get up and do it instead of being a slacker like i was because without an education I will not be able to live a decent life.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would definitely convince myself to attend college immediately after high school graduation. I would also advise myself to join clubs and become more involved in the community to build upon my team building skills. I have learned that a great college or university will try to emulate real world situations to reinforce what you have learned from text books, so it is extremely important to learn team building. I would also advise myself to prepare for college early on and learn about the university I was to attend. I would take personality and career placement tests before attending college to narrow down the career possibilities for which I would be best suited. Knowing what your major is before you attend college will ensure a better experience. I would also take a time management class prior to attending college. The transition from high school to college life can be difficult if you don't know how to manage your time effectively. Strong time management skills are extremely important to any student's success in college and in their future careers.

I think the most important thing to know as a college freshman, is to get involved as much as possible. I enjoyed the Freshmen programs at the University of Central Florida because they focused on getting you acquainted with campus, and meeting new people. It is through that learning process that I was able to make my transition easier from highschool to college. I think it is important for a highschool student to go to college prepared. It's a big change from highschool. Being in college is fun, and it's a great environment, but there is also a main reason why we are here. We are here to learn and to further our education. there are many distractions in college that can change the direction in which you are supposed to go. While it's okay to have fun, and enjoy the new experience, keep in mind the real reason why you are in college, and that is to study and to earn an education that will benefit you in the future.

The classes you took in high school effectively prepared you for your course load, so don't worry about that. Also, you'll meet great people and the first semester overall will be a blast. The school is great; it's never overcrowded and has all the amenities you'll need, and it's location couldn't be better. The only tough thing is managing your time effectively and staving off procrastination, which can be very hard. But you'll get the hang of it, and plan your classes into a manageable schedule. Also, go crazy. But not TOO crazy.

I would have advised myself to be more friendly and outgoing from the beginning. Unfortunatley, I did not start being outgoing and trying to make friends until the end of my freshman year.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, the first thing I would say would be to trust your instincts. You know what you want for yourself and for your future. Although it's good to have spent time exploring other options and expanding your boundaries, you shouldn't let others dictate the direction in which you set your life. In the end, you know what will ultimately make you the happiest. Another piece of advice I would tell myself would be to take everything in stride. Yes, this is your future you're talking about and it's good to have a head on your shoulders and focus/drive, but sometimes it might be best to step back and relax. You know how much time you need to dedicate to your studies, so spend the rest of your (free) time putting yourself out there in terms of making (more) new friends and joining clubs. College is a time to explore, and you don't want to graduate having regrets about how you spent (or didn't spend) your time there.

If I were to go back in time and talk to my self as a hight school senior, I would tell myself to strive for the best and never back down from my dreams because although college may be intimidating, it ' the best time of someone's life. Study hard and take class seriously, but make new friends and try new things.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would advise myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible. I would also advise myself to go to adult school and make up the classes I didn't do so well in, so that I would have a better chance at being accepted to an university and receiving scholarships.

Knowing what I know now there are so many things that I would go back and tell myself as a high school senior. One of the most important things is that, college is NOT as easy as was portrayed all four years. I came from a "college preperatory" top 50 Catholic High School, and frankly I do not believe that i was prepared at all for this experience. I would also tell myself that going out and being just like everyone is not important, what is important is doing well in school and getting a degree that you can actually make something out of in the real world.

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to play hard but work harder. College can be over whelming especially the first semester. It is easy to get caught up in everything and start slacking academically. I would remind myself that the choices I make today will affect my life tomorrow. I would also remind myself not to forget where I came from and appreciate the opportunity I have of attending the wonderful school I do and not take it for granted. Most importantly I would set my priorities straight with my education being number 1 because ultimately that is why I am coming to school.

I would of made myself more socialable instead of keeping to myself in high school, because at my university I have realized that you need to be out-going to meet people. I also, would of inspired my friends to do better in school so that i could have a great companion accompany me during this difficult transition i am facing. Most importantly, i learned that meeting people and gaining a friendship is harder to find .

The best advice I could give to myself is to come into the college experience focused. Before entering college it is good to learn time management and money management skills. It is also important that you also pick up good study habits.

If only I could go back in time. I would warn the high school version of me that balance is key. The workload can be overwhelming and the social life alluring but there needs to be a little of everything to make the college experience successful. Class time plus study time can amount to quite a few hours by the end of the week; it calls for a little kick-back time but it can be very easy to overdo. Partying ever night will get you nothing in life except a perpetual headache. All things in moderation. Just like the extracurriculars at school. It can be so easy to want to sign up for every senate position and join every school organization from Capoeira to Red Cross, but don't do it! You need to make time for the select and serious committments you can afford with your time. On the other hand, because there are such copious amounts of opportunities you can't let it overwhelm you to the point where you do nothing. Every thing you do, do wholeheartedly but do it in moderation to be successful in every aspect of your college experience.

As a senior in high school, I did not know much about college because I am the first person in my immediate family to go to a 4-year unversity. I really have no advice to give to myself because I have had a really smooth transition so far. I performed a great deal of research on the differences between high school and college, the different colleges I applied to, and I also discussed time management with my cousins who left home to attend college. My personal habits of being very prompt in completing all of my applications, never letting myself fall behind, and always being aware of upcoming deadlines, helped me with my transition. Both of my parents played a small role in my college application process because I wanted to take full responsibility for my future. Time management and personal responsibility is a crucial aspect of college life, especially without parental guidance. I feel that I had sufficiently prepared myself for the transition into college, and the only advice I would have given myself would be to stay aware of all assignments and due dates.