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My advice to myself would be to relax, stop being hard-headed, and short-term goals are essential to your success in college. I am a very capable student and would sometimes look past the short-term goals in order to focus on long-term goals. This resulted in not putting forth my best effort in college. Even though there are courses that are not fun to me, the grade I earn is important on my transcript. Passing all courses with an "A" or "B" really improves the way employers view you and your potential to their team. My ultimate goal in graduating is to have a job that can support me and my family. I wish I had this knowledge before I started college. In the summer of 2011, I graduated with my Associate's Degree. This was a huge accomplishment for me! I hope that being able to give myself sound advice will have a positive impact on the rest of my college career.

The first, and most important thing I would tell myself would be to realx. At this point, there is so much going on in your life. Start looking at colleges, and thinking about Universities, but, there is nothing at all shameful about going to a 2-year college, even if all your friends and peers think they have their lives figured out, and are headed for what seemingly bigger adventures. You will have them, and they will be marvelous. Secondly, don't get so Hell-bent on one thing. Make sure there are other options, and do not rely strictly on Beers' opinions. As much as you love rugby, there are other things to consider. Dad is right, rugby is important, but, once you graduate, Beers' opinions won't matter, you can't rely on rugby forever. Thirdly, stand tall, and stand firm. Make a decsion, and do something. The State Trooper Cadet Program, or something that interests you, or that you think interests you. Do it. Try it, and do not procrastinate in the process. You are more than capable of completing the task; and if you don't like it, you don't have to do it forever.

Just do it. Do not take four years off before beginning your journey; don't delay the inevitable. You want a college education; you are smart enough and motivated enough to attain one. The best possible time to start your postsecondary education is, of course, just after secondary school. Do it while your high school knowledge is fresh in your mind. You don't have to pick a major now. Knock-out the general education requirements and some electives while you decide what you want to do. The requirements for the major are typically the final half or third of the degree program, anyway. Act now... you'll be glad you did!

Going back to talk to me about what to do from high school to college, I would have to start with not waiting so long to attend. I waited until late in my career to go to college and continue with it, that time spent was not negative, it has given me a lot of skills and experience to draw from, but my overall ability to complete schooling, apply what I have learned to future jobs and have an overall more successful career and family might have been largely impacted by continuing my education after high school.

Dear Rick, choose a field of study that interests you, one you might actually find fun. Don't start out thinking the studies you embark on in the Fall are going define what you will become professionally. Sure, do keep an eye on "transferable" skills it may provide, or its suitability for an advanced degree, but make sure its is somethnig that will continue to hold your interest.

If I could go back to being a high school senior, I would see the value in having a educational degree and focus more on accomplishing that dream. The transition would of been much easier, much cheaper, and I would be studying something that I enjoy. The best advice that I can give myself or anyone else is, "The road to accomplishing your dreams is much easier than you think; focus, study hard, involve yourself in social activites such as volunteering, student organization, etc., because they are very beneficial in your private and social life." If I go to college, I would have a better chance of working for prominent organizations that give back to the community, and raises my sense of self-awareness, self-pride, and self-esteem; noteworthy attributes.

I would tell myself to attend a community college because of how expensive college is and how the costs are increasing every year. Attending a community college to get an associates degree while working a part-time job would have saved a lot of money and allowed the option of attending my junior and senior year at a four year university without needing to work at the same time which means all my time could be spent on studying and socializing. Also, I would have told myself to look into more scholarships and apply for as many as possible while in college to simply make life easier on yourself. Money is one of the biggest challenges a college student faces while attending school and every little bit of money you can get will help. It relieves the stress you have when you are in debt and it allows you to focus on your studies a lot better knowing you are no longer in debt or are close to being cleared of it.

Go to college straight from highschool. It is easier and you don't have any real life responsibilities at that point. Also, thing long and hard about how you want to leave your footprint on the earth.

Michelle, dont give up or stop tring hard your going to be successful just keep following your goal. Theres alot of schools out there and help so dont stress out and dont give up soccer. Study hard and keep them grades up they will help you in the future. Try to take the advantage to learn as much as possible in high school that you can it helps in collage. You have a good plan to go to a city collage then transfer to a university. Don't Worry about not knowing what your major will be you'll figure it out as you take classes and the interest you u choose to do. Theres alot of things that you can do even if its just for experience. Volunteer at the places you wouldnt think of going you might like it. Follow your heart and mind in everything you do, i know you'll do good make me proud.

I would tell myself to quit being so dang self-conscious of my body. I'd let myself know that these are the beginning of golden days and to not spend or waste time thinking I was fat, or comparing myself to others. Instead of wasting time on my self-image I'd work on what was on the inside. I'd tell myself to sit down and write out what my passions were, what my goals were and how I expected to get there. I'd write down everything I thought I'd have when I had reached my success and then I'd tell high school Senior Julie to focus on those things so that I knew what I was working so hard for. I'd let myself know that I have all of the tools I need to be successful and happy, just that some of them needed to be dusted off and fine tuned. I'd tell myself that life is happening now and that there isn't any gun shot into the air to let me know that things were beginning. Life is here now, so do what you want to achieve in life now.

First and for most I would tell myself that college is not what I expected. I assumed that because I did so well in high school, that college would come easy to me. Therefore I slacked off, ending up with a horrible first semester. I would also have been more hard on myself to get a job, because no matter where you go college can be quite expensive and you never know what circumstances will come about. I experienced this first hand, and it made my situation way harder, but I was dedicated to going to school, so somehow I made it work. I would also have told myself to think about my future seriously. In high school I pretty much lived for the moment, and did not think about how it could impact my immediate future. Lastly but not least I would tell myself to always put my best foot forward no matter with what. I have realized that if I do my best with everything that I do then overall my life will be better and I can become the person that I want to, and achieve all of my dreams and goals to be successful in life.

The advice I would give is ‘look up’ because all my life I have been told that I couldn’t do anything. I have been everywhere from homeless to women shelters; from a ward of the state to a teenage mother. As a victim of abuse, I became accustomed to walking head down through life. High school graduation day, I looked up and knew life was going to change because I had beaten an odd. I did the same when I graduated college because not only was I looking down physically, but metaphorically. Nothing came given and life lessons made me not only stronger, but I have never looked down since. If I could go back, I would tell myself to ‘look up’ and don’t close any doors of opportunity or feel as if you aren’t good enough for anything. Earning my education broke glass ceilings that I no longer have to be stigmatized for. I chose to turn around and offer hands to others because where I succeed others achieve the same and I will tell them to just ‘look up’.

The year is 2002; I see my 2002 self standing outside. 2011 me: “We need to talk.” 2002 me: “WHAT?! HOW?! WHAT’S GOING ON?!” 2011 me: “I’m from the future, year 2011, I need you to know something very important.” 2002 me: “What?! Am I in jail?” 2011 me: “WHAT?! NO! Don’t be so dramatic. I want you to know that you will earn a scholarship to go to school, but don’t major in biotechnology. You need to major in psychology. You love researching how the mind works and you’re a natural at figuring people out. ” 2002 me: “Yea, I have a gift.” 2011 me: “Don’t get cocky, just listen. You waste too much time and money switching your major to psychology. Oh and remember it’s ok to party, but please…..keep your grades up! Don’t lose your scholarship because loans eat up your money after graduation.” 2002 me: “Thanks for the advice.” 2011 me: “Oh last thing. When you meet Simon, don’t be so hard on him. He turns out to be a really great guy.” 2002 me: “Simon?” 2011 me fades. 2011 me: “Please remember all I said today.”

The advice I would give myself now is do not rush to figure out what you want to major in. It is a tough decision and can be changed numerous times while a person is in college. Also, to start studying while in high school. It is hard to study for college courses when I did not study a lot in high school. Studying for tests are harder in college and having the right skills before hand will be easier when it comes to test times. Save your money because in college it goes fast. Plan a head on what you will be spending each month and make sure you do not go over your spending. Budgeting it good and will keep you out of trouble. Also, just have fun with friends and other peers. Make friends so you can have people to study with for tests. Studying in pairs is better than alone. Do not be afaid to ask you professor for help, they are there to help and clear assignments up. Use the tutors that the class has, they know how to help and will help if you need it.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to let hardships in life bring you down, such as not getting into the college or program I applied to. I would also tell myself I need to push myself to always give 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} in all that I do, even if I get negative feedback from those around me. Without doing this a person may never know their true potential and have less of a chance to achieving their life long goals. The last thing I would tell myself is to not be afraid to ask questions during class. Even if I am too shy to ask with all of the students in class, I should ask my professor after class, or set up a time to meet with them. Although, the students in my class are also there to learn and may have the same questions I have. By asking questions, I will have a better understanding of the material being discussed during class. After all, why should I waste my knowledge and money if I don't put the effort into understanding the information?

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, the advice I would give would be this: Do not rush to enter "the real world." It is harder to go back to school once you've left and are working full time. Once you get to that point, you have a stricter schedule, less flexibility, and also bills, bills, bills. You cannot just stop paying them and go back to school. I would tell my high school senior self to take the time to go through college and experience the freedom and the flexibility you have and find what you really love and want to do with your life.

I would tell myself to always have a notepad handy, be prepared to write lists and prioritize time properly. The freedom that comes with college can't be taken lightly. Plan to study hard, stay organized and go to each class. College is the key to the future.

When my junior year of high school began, I entered Pierce Community College. I utilized the running start program to achieve my High School Diploma and Associates of Science degree in the spring of 2010. Pierce Community College has been an excellent stepping stone toward achieving my goals, by offering an Associates of Science degree and providing the specific engineering classes that I will need to transfer to the University of Washington. It has taught me the fundamentals of knowing what i want to achieve and finding a way to make it happen. Learning new things has open my mind to all sorts of possibilities that can be accomplished with a little knowledge and a whole lot of diligents.

College has been so different from the rest of my life. I went from a tiny, unkown part of Maryland to this giant university, right next to Washington DC. I have met so many people, and gotten so many different experiences. For example, this past winter, I traveled to El Salvador for a community service class. I have survived Snowpocalypse, and I have become much more of an independent person. College has taught me a lot about going out and finding things on your own, not just waiting for something good to drop in your lap. I've learned that life isn't like high school, and I really need to work hard to achieve anything. I've learned that the most unnlikely people can make the beest of friends, and not to be so quick to judge someone I see in class. They may come back and help your save your grade. College has taught me a lot, not just in the academic sense, but in life. These life lessons are important, and will carry me through the rest of my life.

I personally am loving my college experience right now because I'm learning so much. I am now on the final track - meaning I am finally taking the classes that are related to my major and i'm learning exactly what I will be doing once I graduate; therefore I'm so excited and willing to learn what i have left. As i said earlier, the best part of my college experience at the moment is that I'm learning some facinating things and I will be graduating soon. Also, the teachers have been extremely encouraging and it's always nice to hear someone giving you positive feedback and positive thoughts overall.