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My first piece of advice I would have given myself as a high school senior would have been to simply relax. I was worried about fitting in and making friends. What I did not know was that all those things fall into place on their own. I also would have lectured myself on my packing skills. You really do not need as much as you think because the amount of things you accumulate in one year is obscene. Academically, a study regime would have a really helpful talent to have in high school, especially my senior year. I would have gone back and taught myself a way in which I could obtain every piece of information I was taught because that way there would be no disappointment in the end. Lastly, the most important piece of advice I would have given myself would have been to made sure I had fun and took reasonable risks. I was so afraid of getting off track that I would pass up experiences that could have made a difference in my life. Never doubt yourself and push yourself to accomplish your dreams because if you don?t you might regret it.

If i could go back in time, and talk to myself as a high school senior... first I would give myself a big pat on the back, then I would laugh hard and quite literally smack some sense into myself. I took life WAY to SERIOUSLY back then. College was a place I always aspired to be, but deep down I knew I had done ALL the work: to my fullest capability. There shouldn't have been a doubt in my mind that I wouldn't make it there. I would tell myself to take a deep breath and stay more calm in the decisions I had to make about my future. For certain I would take away all the doubt I felt surrounding my choice to attend the University of New Hampshire! Most importantly I would reassure myself that fitting in is what every freshman was trying to do, that I need not feel incompetent, plain dumbfounded at times, those first few months everyone feels like a complete moron, in time I would for certain find a place where I most definitely fit! While life is serious, UNH has taught me to take a breath and enjoy it more.

Stay on course. Finish one degree before attempting another.

To try out Green Mountain College instead of staying near home.

i would advice my self to take more free time to my self and be less stressful about college

I f I could go back in time to when I was a senior in highschool, I would tell myself to be myself because people will like me for who I am. Instead of trying to change myself into who I think others would like, if I just showed the real me, people in turn will be more comfortable around you and these are the people who will become your lifelong friends. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to manage my time carefully and schedule in time for school work as well as social time. I will keep a daily planner with me and remind myself to not procrastinate. Late nights and midnight snacks are what lead to freshmen 15 so have self control! And last of all, enjoy your time there because after this, it's time for the real world.

Hey, Lauren, it's me--yourself. I know you're all excited about college and the whole "college experience," but now that I've spent a semester there I know much more about the reality of living on campus. First of all, it's not as hard as you think it's going to be. Freshman year is always the easiest, so there's no need to stress about studying and classes. High school has more than prepared you for what work load you should expect this first semester. Second of all, living on campus=not so great. The people are loud and obnoxious, they like to run down the halls screaming and blast their really awesome (not really) music (mostly so everyone will know that they listen to "wicked cool" music). And the room mate you thought was absolutely perfect? Well, she's not, and now I'm paying the consequences for it. The smart thing is to commute, you only live 30 minutes away, and it will save you $10,000 a year! That's a huge amount when added up over the 4 years. Be smart, and think through your decisions, study, and you'll be great!

If I were to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would remind myself that the lables I have in high school may not necessarily move with me to college. For example, the sports I played and the titles I held in academics would no longer matter when trying to transition into college life. Unless I wanted everyone to know, I did not have to tell a single person about my past titles and lables; it could be a completely new start for me. This was important for me to learn as I entered college because I feel that in high school, lables are placed on everyone based on academics, sports and social life; however, in college they don't matter and people start to meet you as your core person, not as all the trails that follow you from your past. I think this advice is important because college is a time to find yourself and put your own lables on yourself and forget about the old ones that others placed on you.

Looking back at High School, I realize now that I was too caught up with the group of kids I hung out with. They were great people, but they weren?t who I really was. The biggest advice I would give myself would be to simply be you, because you will realize that when all is said and done you really just want to be able to look back on what you have done with your life and be content with the way you lived. Don't hesitate to take risks by doing things you don't think your friends would think are "cool" or would like. This won?t by any means be an easy thing to do, but college is known as a period of personal growth and you cannot grow without learning. Sure you may find things you don?t enjoy, but you will be unable to find who you really are without trying the many new things life presents around you, both in college and beyond. Remember who you are in all situations and as long as you are true to that, whatever circumstances you may find yourself in will prepare you for a rewarding future.

Going back to senior year of highschool I would told myself how much different the college workload was from high school! . I can be honest and say I did not do any of these steps last semester of high school and did not try my hardest, and I probably should have told myself to keep going because it does matter to stay on track. I would have seeked extra help in areas that I struggled with because a lot of college is going over high school material to learn more! Learning how to take better notes, because professors lecture and you need to take notes! I would tell myself to meet with my professors before exams to go over material. I now know I needed to work harder than ever toward my education. I would tell myself to go to college being yourself and working hard because it will pay off!

My best words of advice to my high school self would be to believe in myself. When there is room for self-doubt there is room for defeat. College is the best time of your life but it is also a time for hardwork and sacrifice. No one is going to do the work for you, some people may be waiting for you to fail. There will be plenty of obstacles in your way but by keeping your goals in mind, your social life in check and by believing in yourself you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. A college education is a stepping stone into the real world. It is a way of preparing you for the difficulties and successes that lie ahead. It is a true journey of finding yourself and becoming the person that you want to be. Never be afraid to be yourself and stand by the ideas that you believe in. I have found in college and in life that being yourself and believing in yourself will take you all the places you desire to go.

In high school, I stressed out about both social and academic things such as having one pair of jeans for each day of the week or getting that 10 page paper done on time. Coming to college, I've learned that its alot better to appreciate lwhat you have in ife than to stress out over the meaningless things. We have so much to be grateful for and yet we seek more; its in our nature, so there's no blame. But I think that once in a while, its nice to just sit back, relax, and realize that life isn't about whether or not you have that new Ipod Touch or those Ugg boots. Life is how you live it, not what you live with. Take me, for example, I am a healthy 19-year old girl; I'm not seriously ill (or even a little sick at the moment), or in any way disabled. I have an amazing family and supportive friends; though we don't realize it, that is alot to be grateful for. If I could go back, I'd tell myself to stress alot less so that I can enjoy my life instead.

If I could talk to myself in high school, I would say, "Mike, find something new and exciting! Something real tasty!". I would reproach myself giving me a quizzical look and I would remind me that there is no grand prize in life. There is no blue ribbon for obtaining knowledge and understanding. There is only intrigue. Then I would say, "Mike, don't worry about appling to that CampusDiscovery scholarship in 2010, because I can predict the winning teams for every pro sports championship in the next four years!"

I would advise myself to decide what career I want before entering college. Having this decision made before entering college would have allowed me to focus more during my freshman year and to select very specific classes. I would also tell myself to put extra effort into finding scholarships outside of what the university offers, as financial aid is difficult to obtain.

When I was in high school, especially at the end of my senior year, there was peer pressure from friends for me to try alcohol or drugs. It got to the point where all of my friends would plan on weekends to get together and get drunk. I wasn't comfortable with this at the time, and I declined their invitations to join in the "fun". Therefore, if I could go back in time and give advice to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to stay true to my values and myself. This is because in college the pressures would become even greater. Almost everyone I met in college would try to get me to drink with them, but I still wasn't ready. My adherence to my beliefs gave me courage; it made it easier to resist the temptations. It also gave me strength when my personal goals were threatened. My defiance towards everyone who told me that I would "get nowhere" in an English major increased my dedication to my dream of becoming a writer. Staying true to myself and my values has been the most important lesson I've learned in college.

Apply to more than one school. Don't disregard a state school just because it is a state school. Be prepared for roommate problems and find out ways to fix the problems before they start. Do all the work, even if its not being graded, and go to the 8 am recitations, even if there isn't a test. Make friends, lots of them. Leave your door and play music, people will come to say that they love or hate the band. Attend the dorm activities. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Seek out your professors and make sure that they know who you are and what your interested. Accept challenges, have fun, and try something new!

I'm 24 years old, have attended 4 different colleges and pursued 6 different majors. I have two jobs to support myself while going to school. I couldn't be happier with where I am, although it has been a long journey. My previous college experience makes me look fickle, but I know I'm traveling my true path. If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell her to never stop exploring and being curious about the world. College is a great experience, but if you approach learning as a way of life, you will always be fulfilled. In high school, I didn't have great grades and wasn't encouraged to go to college. I wasn't ready. I would tell her that it's okay not to be ready for college right away. Back then, I wanted to be an artist, not a biology teacher. I discovered my love of science through my own research. Working helped me learn how to budget my time. Sometimes it takes a journey to find where you're meant to be. Don't waste time being afraid of failure. Go forth bravely, and find your passion.

i would tell myself to really think about the amount of money college is, and that maybe i should look at a school in state vs out of state. i would remind myself the importance of an education, and that it's only 4 years.....and it goes by fast.

look at all your options.

To make sure I visited every school I was applying to . Hearing somebody say they like a school doesn't mean that it is the right fit for you . If you follow your heart and see what school fits you best you won't go wrong.