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If I could go back into time as a high school senior knowing what I know now, the best advise I would giv to myself is to be prepared ahead of time. I know a lot of times during the time I was in college I did a lot of things at the last minute and struggled to get things done at times. Even though in the end I got it done it was still stressfull on myself and my parents trying to get things done. TIme management is a key factor when going to college and doing anything else. So my best advise to myself would be to stay prepared ahead of time so you won't have to stress out over getting things done and turned in on time.

I would tell myself that college is completely different from high school. You have to be completely depedent of yourself ad it is completely up to you to get all your work done. Just stay positive about things and everything will work out for the best.

Fill out scholarship applications as much as you can and save up your money to buy food in college. Do not try to imitate the cooking at home, but, instead, buy the cheapest food and spice them up with flavor. P.S. save your quarters. Ask mom and dad for bags of them before you leave.

I would advise myself to work more days and apply for more scholarships. Also, don't be afraid to meet new people.

As a senior i would constantly tell myself just take each subject one at a time. Its better to take a few subjects and understand all the concepts, rather than take many subjects and not get as much understanding and not get the best of grades. I would post the peom "Don't Quit' as soon as a enter college and put it on my wall.

I would tell my high school self to become involved in extracurricular activities as soon as possbile and to make sure the activities were something I enjoyed doing, not just what would look good on a resume. Also, I would tell my high school self to go to the workshops offered on campus because they really do help you with important things for your career including resume building and how to act in an interview. I would also tell myself to get the most out of the college experience because you only get to be a college freshman once, so you should go to as many of the events that you can, but you should never neglect your school work.

While you are under your parents' roof and they are taking care of you and you do not have no rent or food or utilities responsibilities, GRADUATE FROM COLLEGE. When you step into the "real world" and you have all these responsibilities, everything changes. It's not just about freedom, because there is a price to pay for that "freedom". Trust me when I tell you that you will be in your thirties, ready to marry and have kids, but feel stuck because without a college education, you are not guatanteed that you will be able to take care of your family and what do you tell your kids. You want them to look up to you and come to you for EVERYTHING including academics, but without continuing your education, there are no guaratees that you will be able to help them or that they will even come to you. Now is your time for school, not tomorrow or ten years from now. Times are changing and a high school diploma cannot stand out there. Trust me I know. If you don't believe or listen to my words, you can always go back, but it wont be the same.

Take everything in stride. Do not ever have any one force you into doing something that makes you uncomfortable, or unhappy. Live ever moment during your college years to the fullest for they will become the greatest mind, body and spirit building years. Learn that although college may have a tough work load, keep an open mind and always know that there are people out there who are willing to help you succeed in everything you do. Also, love your family. They love you very much and want to see you succeed in life. Do not feel that if you do bad that they will cast a shadow on you. They will still support you through your lowest of lows, and love you for being able to rebound on your own and succeed. Learn to grow and prosper within your mind. College and life is about what you make it. Always learn to excel and learn more than you have ever learned. Remember to always have fun, too. The more fun and more relaxed you are in these years, the easier the ride will be on yourself. You can do it, I believe in you!

If I could go back to high school I would tell myself to go to college much earlier in life. I am now 36 years old, work full-time as a waitress, and go to school full-time. I live in a small beach town with little opportunity to make a sufficient income in the hospitality industry. This is why I am seeking to secure a scholarship.

Finish all your general education requirements first instead of diving in to your major!!! It will help later by not wasting your time and money!

Always ask questions, ask them before you get stuck and are unsure of where to turn. Asking people for help never hurts and always leave a meeting or classroom feeling unsure. There is so much information for students that deals with every aspect of their lives and there's an answer for everyone. When I first began I was clueless to what my class load should be, how much I should work at my job outside of school and still be productive and how to manage time to relax and socialize. College's offer mentors, professors and other crediable ources to ask anything and everything about. Don't get me wrong, college life is one of the greatest experiences in your life; you learn so much about yourself, how to think properly, learn about others and and meet friends that will last a lifetime. It is so important to start out on the right foot, knowing where you are heading, so you can see your career become a reality.

I would apply for more scholarships and working harder on getting better scores on my SAT and ACT tests.

If I could travel back in time to my senior year of high school, I would tell myself two important lessons. Number one; take your school work more serious and your classmates less serious. As a college student, your main priority is school. Don?t let your peers distract you from your goal. Number two; while college is a time of self exploration, don?t push it too far. It can be very easy to loose yourself while you are pushing personal and social boundaries.

You are about to enter the best years of your life! Become involved in any activities that interest you. Joining clubs is the best way to meet new people and helps build your resume. Living on-campus for the first year is a major convience. Study regularly to avoid cramming at the end of each semester. Take summer classes to avoid a heavy workload during the fall. While taking general education classes, explore all majors and do your research. The last thing you want is to take unnessesary classes. Balance your class schedule. Do not invest in a meal plan (you will spend more than necessary). Apply for all scholarships that you are eligable for through the University's website. Communicate regularly with your instructors. Take advantage of free tutoring services. Look for a job before fall semester starts; it is almost impossible once school starts! Take advantage of the gym facility to avoid the "freshman fifthteen." Do not buy textbooks untill teacher tells you to in class (may save you hundreds of dollars). Definitely attend football and basketball games! They are the best experiences in college! Work hard and it will pay off in the end!

Dont waste your time avoiding college because you eventually end up in it. Trust me I would know.

If I could give myself advice about what to expect about college, I would tell myself to aim higher because I know I can do better when challenged. I can do better in terms of school and in terms of goals. Though it is a frightening experience, I would try to reassure myself to try new things and to be more observant about the things going on around me. Other advice I could have given myself would have been to take my time and not to panic because the right major would come along soon. I think I would have also advised myself to be a little more assertive. I feel that being more assertive would help in many situations to advance not just life in general, but my outlook on the world. I would have liked to be more open in the beginning in order to make the most of these new experiences sooner.

College is much more involved than high school. It takes a lot more effort and studying and its hard to get by without these things. Try and meet as amny people as possible because these people will help you adjust to college life.

I would have told myself to apply for more scholarships, visit the schools I was interested in, and make sure its right for you.

If I could go back in time to give myself advice about college life, I would have so much to say! I would try to reinforce the fact that high school should be used as more than just a social arena! Although it is important to have friends, and have that "high school experience" it is also important to remember that it is your grades in these years that help determine your next steps in life. I would also encourage myself to take some advanced level courses to help make the transition to upper level coursework a little easier. Also, I would mention to myself the impact that good study skills can make when it comes time to take college courses. It is extremely important to be self-motivated to study in college since the teachers cease to stand over you and force you to do your homework at this level. Lastly, I would point out that being on track in high school and having goals for college can help eliminate trying to get on this path later on in life. At this point life is a little more complicated and it can be difficult to attain your college aspirations!

I would tell myself that as unlikely as it may seem, my interests at that time aren't going to stay as my interests in the future and I need to try to give more serious thought about what I'm going to do with myself when/if I got into college and what/who my motivations are. I would need to make it MY desire to go to college, not anybody elses. Switching over to living at a college dormitory is probably going to be the best alone time experience your ever going to have even with all the work because you get to make your own decisions about what you do, what schedual you keep, what you eat, and who you associate with for the first time in your life. Nobody elses opinion matters. As a final bit of advice, I'd tell myself to get a parttime job at the school doing something during my off time during or after my initial General Education Classes are over. The extra money helps and it gives you experience doing some sort of work so you can have that on your resume, just in case.