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I would go back and tell myself to stay focused when you get to college and not to let your social life get in the way of your grades because ultimately, its the grades that are most important.

If I was a Senior in high school again, I would tell myself to go now and get your education. Do not start a family right after high school. You may want a child now but you can better raise a child after you get your education and learn more about life. You may think you know what you want but you have not lived enough to know what you want. Education is very important for your future! Spending 22 years in a mill is not a good way to live. If you'll go to college you will not be sorry! You can go to colege and even study abroad. Travel and see the world instead of spending all your life trying to make ends meet. Get an education!!

Partying is fun but it's not everything. Get settled in to campus life and go from there. Groups and hall council are a great way to meet people and network. Even if tons of your friends from your high school go to the same college as you meet to people just for the experience. Don't get in a habit of skipping class because it will become addictive, and attendence is class is one of the best ways to start on a great acedemic path in college.

Try to be patient and try not to stress. Things will happen but it will all work out in the end.

I would tell myself to stay focused. Although having a social life is great, grades are more important and should come first. I would also tell myself that adjusting may be difficult at first; but once you adjust you will love the college life. I would also remind myself that self-discipline is a must! A lot of things will take place around you that maybe be tempting to try, but you must remember that just because everyone else is doing it doesn't mean its right. I would also keep myself aware of the reason I am going to school in the first place. School is a place to have fun and meet new people; however, that is not the main purpose. You go to school and learn so you can have a bright future.

I would advise myself to study and not let uneccessary things distract me. I came from a home where my father never graduated high school and my mother was a high school graduate, because of this I never had anyone who could relate what I was going through in college. Being a first generation college student made it extremely hard and I struggled in my academics. If I had the chance to go back I would tell myself all the things I have learned this year and be successful from the beginning. I have brought my GPA up from a 2.0 to a 3.1 in two semesters which my advisors say shows I could have been successful all along if I had not been afraid to ask for help. I have learned when I need help I should not be ashamed to ask for it, it does not make me week; it only makes me stronger!

Take your time....listen to what your parents tell you.......don't trust people so easy..........

If I were to go back in time to let the high school me know what was most importnat about college life, I would tell myself that I can be anybody I want to be in college. High school students often conform to their school's trends. They feel the need to be a part of a group for comfort or survival, even if they disagree with everything the individuals in that group stand for. When you get to college, you have the chance to reinvent yourself. You don't have to be friends with a certain group or anyone at all. You can find a place of your own, mix and match friends until you finally fit somewhere.

If I could go back in time, and speak to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take my education seriously. Even though I may feel that I have accomplished a lot, I would remind myself that I've only accomplised half of what I need to. With that being said, I would tell myself not to be afraid of asking the professors questions in class, or going to visit them during their office hours. This can prove to be very beneficial. The next thing I would tell myself is to take advantage of the opportunities that I will have to interact with the other students at my school. Being that we have one of the most diverse univeristies, it would be fulfilling, and maybe even helpful to make new friends, and to begin networking. I would also explain to myself the importance of exploring the city where I attend school. Being aware of the activities off of campus would allow me to become involved in different community service projects, connect with students from surrounding colleges, and become involved in other social activities.

To stay focused. And buy a very loud alarm clock.

If I could go back, I would advise myself to live on campus and to become more involved in campus and volunteering activities. The transition from high school into college is not hard at UNCG. Everyone is very friendly and there are a lot of things to do to get you acquainted with the campus and the people. Meeting all of your professors is a good idea. They can help you not only with the class but with job opportunities and internships as well. It is easy to balance school and a social life as long as you allow time for both and do what is necessary first. I would advise myself to not get a job the first semester so that I could get used to school and the amount of work that is due regularly. I really enjoy the atmosphere at UNCG and the surrounding area. I believe that it was the best choice for me.

I took college courses my senior year that transfered with me when I came to college. I would just simply tell myself not to get comfortable with those transfer credits because you still have to pull your weight and those credits dont count into your GPA.

The most important thing to consider when choosing a college, is to make sure that it feels right for the student. The only way one can learn to the most of their ability is if they are in a stimulating, nurturing environment. Take extracurriculars into consideration when choosing a school, because the friends one makes when doing what they love, are the friends that stick. Last but not least, know that if the strain of transitioning into a new place becomes too much, there are people to help, and that it is vital to ask. College is the most difficult and rewarding experience for young people. Enjoy it.

The advice that I would give parents and students in finding the right college is to make sure that you are choosing a school that is safe. Also find a place that is close to jobs to work because college can become very costly and haivng a part time job can be very helpful. Students need to remember that although you are in college and the workload can be very demanding you still need to enjoy the time spent in college. You should get involved in most of the campus activities because this is the best time of your life! You do not want to leave college with any regrets and wishful thinking because you didn't get involved and made the most of your college experience.

It's not where you go, but what you do with your time there, that counts.

Just go with your gut instinct. Go to a school where you feel completely comfortable on campus. Remember that no matter how good a reputation a school has, you will only be able to succeed in a place that makes you happy.

In order to make the most out of a college experience you have to make sure the college is right for you. Don't rush into a school, see them all and then make the right desicion. You also have to make sure you get involoved, find out what there is you can get involoved in and do it. You have to keep your head on your shoulders and focus on your school work before you can play. College is about setting your future straight with a degree and career, but while you there make life long friends, have a good time, and get involoved. Your college years will be the best years of your life, I've only been through one but I know already their are going to be a great full three years ahead of me. There nothing can make you feel better than feeling happy with the choices you made.

Visit the college before you apply, ask around the campus of current students about their opinion of their school. Your learning ability and the teaching plays a big difference in your education. You should definitely sit in on a few classes on campus.

I would tell them to make sure that it is the right school that they want to go to and that it offers the major in the field of study that they want.

Parents should let their student discover what college suits himself/herself best. When parents press their student to go to a certain college, it inhibits the student's ability to open their horizons and explore what college would fit him/her best; afterall, the student is the one attending the school. For the rising high school grads, congratulations! Go to an institution with which you feel most comfortable, one with lots of options for a major, and one with a student body you can most closely relate to. Pick a place for the right reasons, not because all your friends are going there, or because it is a prestigious school. Your close friends in high school will always be your close friends; you are not losing them or replacing them no matter where you go to college. Attend a school you like, not just because of its high class reputation. Your personality will speak louder than your choice of college when in a job interview. A university name does not determine your level of intelligence, creativity, or personality, only you do. At school, join a student organization or an intramural sports team. There's plenty to do at every school!