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I would tell myself to make sure that I apply for colleges in my junior year of high school to give myself time to choose which school I would like to attend. I would also apply for scholarships during this time as well, this will give me an opportunity to be able to receive more funding for school and not depend on loans. Most importantly know what I would like to major in and make sure I do my research to see which colleges will offer me the best education. There is a lot of competition out there when it comes to applying for colleges and scholarships getting a head start will give me more of a better opportunity.

The transition to college can be a difficult one. Consider staying close to home and taking community college general education classes to start with. This will allow you to save money, and provide you the chance to get used to college life. College is full of new experiences and ideas, and there is so much that you will learn about the world and yourself through your studies. Take some time to find out what you really want to do with your life, and choose your major once you have a clear picture. Most importantly, stick with it. College can be tough sometimes, especially when you are interacting with so many different people who have such varied life experiences as college students do. It is so important to complete your education and receive a degree. Going back to school after having a family is so much more challenging. Take the opportunity to enjoy the educational experience without having to worry about that. It will ensure much better emplyment options for you in the future, and a more stable financial future for you and any family you may have later on.

Do not put off going to college. You may think that you will be able to succeed without a college education and you might be one of the lucky few that do. A college education is very important and will be even more so in the future. It gets harder to go back to school as life progresses. There will be family obligations that will demand your time and if you wait to go back once you have a family and a job, sometimes it might seem near impossible. Do not give up your dreams. Your dreams are just as important as other's dreams. Study hard. You will never stop learning no matter what you age. You will find that you will learn more while in college than just the information you will learn in class and by reading assignments. Everyone should experiene college life. Even if it is just to the local community college. You are smarter than what you think you are. Do not wait to learn that lesson. We all have barriers that keep us from obtaining our goals. You must work hard to get them. Nothing worth having ever comes easy.

Dear Future Self, Please remember your goals and how important they are to you. When the idea of marriage comes along please do not automatically assume that is the best thing. You can get married after high school and after college. Korey will wait for you. Sty focused on school. Graduate and go to a university. Get that writing degree you have always dreamed of. If you do not do these things you will regret it. You will struggle with school, because when you go back you will be 25 with a one year old and a three year old. It is very hard and if you wait for marriage and children until after college you will be more finacially stable. Please take heed to these words and realize that life is not fun and games and life is definitely not a disney movie. Thanks!

This question is especially interesting to me as I did not make it to my senior year in high school. Four months into my freshman year at one of the top three high schools in my city, I had to make the decision to drop out and work full time. My home life was unstable, to say the least, and school was not a priority. Fifteen years later, I began my journey to obtain my GED and my Bachelors degree in Accounting. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school student, I would motivate myself to keep pushing no matter what my current circumstances were. I'd encourage myself to seek guidance, mentorship and to take advantage of all available resources to help me stay the course. I 'd stress the importance of finishing strong and remind myself that somewhere down the line, I'd have a family and children of my own that would look to me for strength to finish the journey. I would remind myself that I was an A student, that I can do this and that college is waiting for me!

You will face many challenges in your life some will teach you how to see the good in the world and some will teach you how to see the bad coming from light years away. Please avoid those with pipe dreams sellers which you know deep in your heart are too good to be true that will leave you feeling destitute and unworthy of praise. Focus on your main objective and save as many as you can from experiencing the treatment many AIDS patients experience because of predjudice beliefs and outdated regulations. Never forget why you began your journey.

The advise I would give to myself would be to study harder. Also, I would like to have prepared myself to be more college driven. Find a college to attend that would suit my lifestly and interests. Do not think that I will take time off and attend college later because it will only harm my career in the long run. A degree is necessary to have a well paying job that can provide a lifestyle that I would not be able to have otherwise. Overall work hard, have activities to put on an application and research the college that would be my first choice. Do not delay.

During your junior year make sure you research and apply to all the schools that you like. Ensure that you are able to choose to attend college after high school because you still have the knowlege. Make sure that you are able to get the proper information that is needed in order to attend school. Make sure that you weigh the pro's and con's of going to school online or on campus. Do what is best for you and not to please friends and family. Choose a coolege where you are able to express yourself through learning. You have to ensure that the career path you choose in college is something that you feel right doing. The cost can also play a great factor the more money the more money you will have to pay after the education is done.

the best advice will be , time is precious the faster you gett in a college i the best decision you can made in live , most of the people graduate from high school and get to work and think the high school degree is all ,,, no the high school is only the begin of new thiing ....and college or university is the culmination of the dream .

If I could travel back to the nineties and talk to my high school self, there is so much I could say. First and foremost, I would say stay in school and value your education. I would also tell myself that living for today is good, but you still need to concentrate and plan for your future. I took most, if not all, of my high school education for granted. I was a young kid that knew everything already and didn't want to be learn Chemistry if I wasn't going to be a chemist. I fought my parents hard and did the wrong things by skipping classes and not caring about graduating. I didn't realize at the time that my bad decisions were turning into poor life choices. I'm not sure where I thought I was going to go in life with no education, and while I've gotten much further than most would, it wasn't easy.

I would tell myself that I think it is a good idea to go to college after high school. It's easier for you to go then than wait until you are older. Everything is fresh in your mind and you will have an easier time. It's all worth it.

The advice I would give to my high school self would be, join the Illinois Air National Guard before you go to college. I have a couple of reasons for giving myself this advice. The first reason is obvious, the Guard will pay for college. The second reason is I was not ready for college, right after high school. I was not ready to handle the stress of being the first one out of my family to attend college and I was not ready to be away from my family. I attened one year of college and dropped out, then joined the ILANG. If I would have known then what I know now, I would have joined the military first.

If there is one thing I have learned from my experiences and my mistakes, it was that procrastination and self doubt has seriously hindered y progress. While it is fun to hang out with friends and go to social gatherings, your main goals must always be put first. I lost sight of that when I entered college and it has done me more harm than good. Always focus on what you need to do before setting out on doing what you want to do. You won't go through the same suffering that I had as a result.

Well, here we go again self. I hate to say this, but life is hard. You're going to run into some trouble, and you're not going to know how to handle it. I really want you to sit down, take a break, and think about what it is you truly want out of life. Who are you? Where do you want to be? You are going to decide to go to college for your Associate Degree in medical assisting, but I am here to tell you that once you graduate, that is not where your heart lies. You want to be a psychologist, helping those whom cannot help themselves. You're going to realize that this is something you have dreamed of for a very long time, and that you were born to do this. You're going to enroll in the University of Phoenix, and remain pleased throughout your stay. Please remember to stay true to yourself, and keep your head held high. Obtaining your GED did not make you less of a woman, you did go back to school. Breathe deep and keep your eyes on the prize. You can do it. You will fly high.

I know that you are going through some very difficult times right now. You don't see a light at the end of the tunnel. Just know that you can overcome any obstacles you encounter. God has a plan for your life just trust your instincts. Don't take your parents alcohol addiction as a personal attack against yourself. Believe in yourself, you can be anything you want in life. Never rely on others for happiness this is something you must find within yourself. I know college is something you can only dream of. Look for alternative sources of support and information to get there. I know it's hard being a first generation high school graduate. Please attend your graduation and let your principal know that your parents won't pay for your cap and gown. You can do this...

Believe in yourself.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to actually get to the point becoming a high school senior and graduating high school. Dropping out of high school was the biggest mistake I ever made. After I went through getting married and having children, I was not proud of the example I was setting for my children. I started studying and a few months later I earned my GED. Even with that I have continued to struggle. I finally decided that I needed to figure out what I wanted to do with my life. I needed an online environment and I found the perfect one. I 'm so happy with myself for making the decision to get back into school. My advice to myself would be to finish high school and get into college while you are still young. The longer you wait the harder it will be to get back into the swing of going to school. The struggle is worth it, I know I am setting better example for my children to follow. I wish I would have made this decision a long time ago.

I know that you might think your life is going to be over when High School ends. The truth is that, it's just beginning. The world is a scary and beautiful place. When your guidance counselor helps you fill out College applications, take it seriously. You only live once and you can rely on your parents for a lot of things, but finding your own happiness is something only you can do. College is the first step to becoming an actual adult. You will not have teachers reminding you to turn in all your work or giving you a lot of breaks. So, make the decision to pick a school that has programs that you find yourself being excited about. If you get excited about your course of study than you are making the right decision. Picking out your college/major is a defining point in your life, so make it well worth it and never ever give up on yourself or your dreams. We only get one shot in this lifetime, going to College will pave the way for a better life. So please heed my advice, take the bull by the horns and create your own destiny.

If I could go back and tell myself about college life and making the transition, I would tell myself to apply, apply, and apply some more for scholarships. I would also tell myself to keep taking the ACT test until I reach a better score. College is no joke. I've always said I was going to participate in college activities and go to all the football games and be one of those sorority girls that you see. I said I was going to graduate from a good campus school and get a good career going so I can help my family and be successful. Little did I know those plans was not going to happen, and I'm ok with it. College cost a lot. If I would have kept taking the ACT until I reached a better score I wouldn't be struggling to pay for college. If I would have taken every opportunity I could to apply for dozens and dozens of scholarships, I wouldn't have so much stress in trying to find ways to pay for school. I would tell myself to be passionate about finding scholarships the way I'm passionate about my education.

As a senior I would tell myself to follow my dreams because nothing is to hard if you put your mind to it. The only limitation you will have will be yourself and therefore don't let your fears get in the way. It is important to look at all your options when it comes to what school you decide on and decide on a school that would fit you for the life style you want to live and the way you desire to learn.