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I would probably tell myself what i wanted to major in. I spent so much time deciding my major I took classes i didn't need. It would have saved me a lot of time. Also not to take eight a.m. classes freshman year. That was rough.

If I could go back to talk to myself as a senior I would tell myself that everything is going to work out and not to stress too much. I spent so much time worrying about everything from how would I graduate, where would I go after I graduate, and what would happen if I got sick again. Worrying about what could or might happen won't help me at all, it will just drain my energy and cause me added stress. I would tell myself to enjoy the time with my friends and family because the dynamics are about to change drastically, and that I do not have to be friends with everyone. Having a small group of close friends is better than a large group of acquaintances. I would tell myself that things get better and that I am stronger than I realize. Also I would tell myself that it is okay to not be okay, I do not have to be the strong one all the time and it is okay to let other see that I am human.

High School Ashley, I know this is a rough time for you. Believe me; I've been there. What you don't realize is that it could be so much better. You know all of those people that you're "friends" with that you don't actually like? Stop talking to them. You'll be happier in the long run, I promise. Try being friends with smarter people who will like you and encourage you to be better. Try actually doing your math homework, because you really will need it later on (if only to get you through College Algebra). Equations of circles, especially. Apply for scholarships. All of them. Don't balk at the essay-writing, because you're good at it and you're definitely going to need the money later on. Every little bit helps. $100? That's a textbook. $200? That's a class at community college. Look for the people in your life that love you and that are always there for you. They are going to make the next few years better for you. Always remember that you're beautiful and wonderful and that you have a bright future ahead of you. Love, Me.

I would most definitely advise myself to go ahead and take just one class at a time at a community college, because every effort makes the difference.

I would pay closer attention in picking my professors. I also will consider the best school for my major and not because it was a last minute decision

Dear Stressing Senior, Relax. I know what you're thinking. "How could I relax at a time like this?! I have millions of decisions to make and the rest of my life depends on the decisions I will be making! Plus, this is supposed to be the best year of my life! That's a lot to live up to!" Forget it. I know, I know. Everyone is pressuring you to make decisions and to make them fast. In fact, the rest of your life can't start until you make them, right? Wrong. Don't get me wrong, the decisions you will be making in the following year will affect your life. However, this is not a reason to rush. Instead, take your time. Explore your options. Get to know yourself. Enjoy this time. Oh, and start saving money! You'll thank me later. Sincerely, Slightly More Experienced Sophomore

Rebeca: Visit more college campuses and compare before making a final decision about where you want to be. This will save you from dealing with transfer issues later. On another note, it is a VERY bad idea to do a potluck roommate because things could get ugly. What if she never brushes her teeth or stays up at night on the phone in the shoebox of a room that the two of you share? This would be a very bad thing Rebeca. Speaking of bad ideas, remember that you have to pay for two semesters and possibly summer sessions with that financial aid, so don't go on regular shopping sprees to Forever 21. Also, don't eat Ramen noodles for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day because you could end up with a rare disease induced by sodium overload that causes you to have severe episodes of vertigo. That would definitely interfere with your studies! Do not, I repeat, do not schedule morning or night classes because you will have a strong urge to skip them. Above all, remember that Professors are your friends. The more times you show up in their office, the higher your grade will be!

I would tell my younger self to go to college right away and not to make excuses because there are scholoarships out there to help you. I would use the famous line from Forrest Gump to encourge me, which was "Life is like a box of chocolates you never know what you're going to get". Also, there will be difficult moments in college life but to think of those chocolates in the box and realize each one will challenge you and in the end it will define who you are and it will inspire you to move forward.

Do your homework. Really. Had I known the importance of a good GPA, I would have been at my dream school. Great SAT scores only get you so far. Also - take AP tests. They're worth it.

Ultimately, college isn't just about classes and books. It's a journey that you take to get yourself where you want to go. Take the time to know yourself because if you don't know yourself on this journey, you may find yourself in a place where you may not want to be. Being in college gives you choices that you wouldn't otherwise have, but if you don't take your time you won't see clearly what those choices are. Slow down, enjoy the experience, and learn.

Tierra, you are such a good student, so stop worrying so much about how you're going to pay for college. There are so many scholarships out there. If you put your best foot forward and apply for as many as you possibly can you are bound to get at least one of them. Money is no object when it comes to your education. Just relax, and if you stay focused things will work themselves out because you are doing the best you can. On another note, I think you should break out of your shell. You seem so shy. Just put yourself out there once you get to college. Friendships will form naturally. Some will flourish into something great and others will die off, but remember that some people are only meant to be in your life for a season. Just learn to network and enjoy yourself. Talk to everyone you can because even the smallest encounter can change your life in the biggest and best way. Keep your head up, and don't tire yourself out. Most importantly, remember to balance work and play. It's important to focus on your classes you need a social life too.

Work harder in your high school classes and apply yourself more to your studies. The information you learn in high school will help increase your chances of success in college courses.

Knowing what I know now about college life, there are a few things that I would change about my senior year in high school. I would focus more on improving my GPA because there were a lot of undergraduates coming from high school with 4.0's. I would have tried to join more activities and tried to become a leader so that I could use these abilities for college. As I recall, many student in college do well because they actively involved in organizations. This in return makes them want to apply themselves compared to the average student. As a senior in high school, I would have made sure I was ready to attend college mentally, physically, and emotionally. When you are away from almost everything and everyone you have grown accustomed too, it places you in a state of mind as if you feel you are in a drowning pool and there is no escape from it. Overall, I would have enjoyed my experience as a high school senior because you only experience it once and everything after it is entirely up to me.

Take advantage of all the opportunities you have, work on honing your writing and never neglect allowing the mind to prosper. Do not dilute your faith and interest in the face of others who judge, because in the end you are the running the stage of your life so run with it. The passion and skills that you put effort towards now shall be made even stronger in years to come, now is the time to decide what to do and how to do it. Planning out the next four years of college will enable you to make sure that you take advantage of all opportunites and your dream. Make it valuable and worthwhile, lifes an ocean so sail it and seize the day. Do not let the burden of indecision and worry weigh you down because your dreams are brilliantly blazingly hopeful.

The advice that I would give myself before entering college is to learn how to study properly. Studying and being successful is everything in college because it gets you somewhere. Studying is the most important thing and knowing how to study correctly will help to get by during school. Struggling is always going to be a part of the college and educational experience being able to get help and have the right kind of support around you will help in the long run. I would also tell myself to pick friends who have the same kind of motivation that you do in succeeding in college. One finds out who they will become in college and getting there is the hardest part.

I would tell myself a few things actually, one I'd say pay attention, take notes, be on time and, study harder! I'd also tell myself to go to college right out of high school, it's hard to get back into the swing of things. I'd also tell myself to be calm and collective you can do this, get organized and devote all your time to the work, it'll be worth it in the end!

I would give myself the advices to not give up on education if money is the problem. Help exist that allows one to continue education. Is very important not to lose hope and give up on dreams. If one is determine to reach one goal there is always hope and help available to those that seek. College is a road of accomplishments not only academically but also personally. College gives the tools for one to feel secure and posite about oneself. It is not an easy road to go through but it is defianally worthed. Education is something we will have our whole life and no one can take it away.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would prepare myself for the true college experience. We all see the movies about college that portray it as a time of partying and heavy drinking. No one captured the true college experience. Today, it takes a self-motivated person with a great desire to be successful. One needs to be able and willing to hold down at least a part-time job in order to help pay for the expenses. Balancing work, school, and making time for friends and family is an art that is learned over time. If I could go back in time, I would better prepare myself for the hard work I would have to put in through my college years. I would tell myself to put childish things aside and strap in for 4 years that would forever change the way I see the world around me.

I would tell myself to try a lot harder and be much more motivated than I was. Once your GPA is bad, it takes a long time to bring it back up again. Always be thinking about the future and how focusing and getting good grades now will affect it. Also be sure to keep in good shape and exercise regularly, it helps you sleep better at night and feel a lot better! And another important thing is to get plugged in. There are so many great opportunities to take advantage on campus so stop being so lazy and actually get out and join a club or a sorority or even get a job. Just make sure not to let it get in the way of your grades. Those always come first; that's what you're here for remember?

I have always been driven in completing my schoolwork in a timely manner, but I would tell myself as a highschool senior to push myself harder and go above and beyond. I would tell myself to take more classes and not be afraid of change. I would also tell myself to start saving money when i was a lot younger. I would push myself to do better because I am a better person then i let myself be. I would apply myself more to my studies and pay better attention in classes to get better grades.