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I would put more effort into applying for scholarships. I would have been involved in sports to heighten my chance for being eligible for scholarships. As I am now struggling to make ends meet and still attend college I would have found a job and saved my money from my paychecks in an account to save for college. I would not change my study habits or the classes I attended as I had a good GPA and did well on my SATs. I would like to have attended a college that suited my needs, I wanted to begin studying animal sciences and pre-veterinary classes. UNLV does not offer these classes so I had to change my major.

The advice that I would give myself would be this. Don't change the way you are because other people have a problem with it. Focus on your school work, take some time to yourself and, on occasion hang out with your friends. Don't try to conform to what others want you to be, and don't follow someone else's path even though you know that is not the direction you want to go in. Basically, just be yourself and get your education. Ask questions when needed too.

RESEARCH EVERYTHING! Schools, cities, specific colleges and majors, paying for school, etc. I wish there was someone there to tell me that it's not easy being a college student, and it's very easy to get off track. In college, everything is literally dependent on YOU. There's no one there to hold your hand or make exceptions for you. You have to make everything happen for yourself, and make sure you do what you are set out to. If you're not ready for college, take some time off, only if you know you can go back. I took two years off, and though I wouldn't take it back, I would have been done with school by now. Surround yourself with people who continue to grow and who support your decisions, not those who stay in the same place or job and never excel. Remember that all you have is yourself - this is the time in your life where it's ok to be selfish. Most importantly - stay on track! Who cares if you don't finish in four years? What matters is - you finish.

I would focus more on my school life rather than my personal life. I allowed certain individuals to get in the middle of my studies and I feel that it has hindered me in more ways than one. It postponed my education and I could have done a lot more if I would have put it first instead of relationships.

I graduated early from High school, so as a High school Junior, I would have definitely looked at more scholarship opportunities or alternative colleges to attend. I had enormous potential.

I would tell myself not too worry about what happens in high school. You will get another great experience in college as you leave high school behind you.

I would definitely tell myself not to take things lightly, college is a lot different from high school, and don't slack off. This time things are a lot more serious.

Hello Manuel, the college life at UNLV is definitely going to be a great one! The ability to meet new people and good friends that you?ll remember throughout your college years is something great about college. Everyone is just like you; they all want an education for a professional degree. Don?t be scared, college is where you?ll meet your girlfriend, earn good grades, which you?ll be extremely proud of and where your path to success will begin. I have to say that college is definitely different than high school. There are no bells, no people telling you what to do or any students acting immature. Everyone is grown and understands the importance of college and is eager to go. College is where you will be challenged to work hard and get somewhere in life. Unlike high school, you earn your grade for your effort in college, you don?t just get them. Don?t worry college will definitely be the best time of your life, so gear up and get prepared for the next four years of college!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have retaken my college entrance exams and worked on my scores a little bit more, because I now know their real value. I'd also suggest doing a little more college shopping than I did, and to look deeper into the programs that I was interested in. I think I'd also suggest doing a little bit more community service and getting connected to people, I was a bit of a study worm. But even if I could go back and do it all over again, I would still be happy with UNLV, and I would still choose it for my college.

Dont get caught up in the Las Vegas party lifestyle. Concentrate and stay focused on school before pleaure and you will succeed

Make sure you have the best TV and a PS3

Don't take too many credits your first semester and don't be afraid to ask for help and attend tutoring clinics on campus.

I would advise myself to get used to studying and learning on an individual basis because college professors aren't there to hold your hand like a lot of teachers in high school are. I would also advise myself to not declare a major unless I was certain that it was what I wanted to do because otherwise you might take classes that won't really count towards your degree if you change your mind.

I think I would take the same route I did the first time around. My senior year of high school I moved out to Las Vegas and instead of enrolling in a regual public school, I entered a dual enrollment program where I attended high school and college simultaneously. I took high school classes with high school teachers on the community college campus. I think attending this community college helped me prepare for what college life was going to be like, and especially since I was enrolled in both high school and college at the same time. I was still able to have high school as a cushion when college was rough, but at the same time I got the chance to stick my foot in the water so -to-say, to see how college would truely be like. I then enrolled in the community college and graduated with an associates degree where I then transfered over to UNLV. Being at the College of Southern Nevada helped prepare me for the college experience I would have at the university level. It was very beneficial and I would do it the same way the second time around.

I would tell myself to listen to my high school teachers when they said to not procratinate. As a Straight A student in high school I did not believe that college would be any different. I soon realized that College is alot different being that you have no one there to keep you on track besides yourself. I am on track now and working very hard to accomplish my goals while working full time. I would tell myself to stay focused and take advantage of all the amenties that my school has to offer i.e., academic advisors, on campus resources, activities, etc. I would also encourage myself to get involved in the school and meet new people.

Brittany, you are a beautiful, smart and fun girl. Get involved with more campus activities because your time at UNLV will be longer than you expect and you should make the most out of it. Take all the necessary classes you need to find out what you really want to major in. Participate in class and sit in the front whenever possible. Talk to your professors. Not having a job will do wonders for your GPA but you'll do great regardless. You don't need a personal laptop to do well in college, and not having it makes you work smarter. You are blessed and you will graduate.

I would advise myself to stop being so cynical and do not be afraid of opening up. I used to be someone who kept to himself often and had a hard time carrying on a conversation with strangers. I would tell myself to loosen up and don't worry so much about the future. I wouls say what lies ahead in college is possibly the greatest experience in my/our life so do not be afraid to try new experiences and do not worry so much about what other people think. College is a great opportunity to start over. College is a time to reinvent one's self for the better so do not be afraid of modifying routines or listening to different types of music. Life is far too short to stick to one perspective and one way of living. Try some new experiences and meet new people to make the most out of life before committing to a more restricting life with a full time job and career.

Take your time to select a university. Don't thumb through the file cabinet and randomly select. Do your research. Don't be afraid of rejection letters, apply to the best schools anyway. Don't worry about the cost, things will all work out in the end. Put forth your best effort on the ACT exam and keep trying until you get your highest score. Research scholarships and apply for them all, you are an excellent essay writer. Always remember: good enough is not your best. Only your best CAN BE your best.

Nothing is impossible. You can pass any class if you put enough effort into it. Make time for studying your number one priority because you usually need more time than you make time for. The worst feeling is knowing you could have done better on a exam if you would have put more effort into your studying. The struggle just makes it that much better in the end whether its a quiz, exam or a semester.

High school is a joke but when it comes down to it, score really high on the SATs. A high score on your SATs is your ticket out. Also get invovled in extracurriculars and try taking tougher classes such as Advanced placement and honors.