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If I could go back, I would better prepare myself for living away from home. The biggest transition for me was leaving the small town that I had lived in for the entirety of my life. I struggled being away from my family and had a hard time meeting new people. If I could go back in time I would tell myself that it is time to move on in life. I would remind myself that I should be grateful for all I have accomplished in high school and be thankful for the friends I made, but as next year approaches, I need to be willing to let a new life experience take place; college. This does not mean I need to give up the people I have met or the lessons I learned, it just means that I need to keep an open heart and mind as I take on this new adventure. I would end with letting myself know that I am strong enough to do anything as long as I always stay true to the person I want to be.

You are a smart kid with a lot ahead of you. You care a lot about your academics and it's great that you want to pursue a degree in math and science but, you should keep an open mind because you may find love in other subjects and possibly love in other ways. I know you will have to work during your college years to keep up with your expenses but there's a lot of organizations that you need to at least check out at least once. Plus, there's this place called The Rec and you will find yourself spending so much time there but make sure you study for you classes too. Please learn to manage your time early It's a tough challenge academically but you will make friends, join clubs, and begin to find your place. You learned from the best and were raised by the best. Never stop loving with your heart and always show who you really are because you will find people who will like you for that and those who will really like you for that. take a road trip or two and live it up! You're college bound!

Have an open mind going into college. In high school, many of us act how we are expected to be. Many of us form cliques and only hang out with the people in those one or two groups. College gives you the chance to be the person you WANT to be. You can be in as many different friend groups as your time allows. If you are really into basketball but also want to join the dance club, no one is going to laugh at you or tell you, you can't. If you were a shy introvert in high school and want to be an extrovert, you can, and no one will think differently of you. Its a good time to figure out the kind of person you want to be. Don't let things in the past hold you back. College is a good time to start new. Make the best impression you can on your peers and professors as you have a blank slate to work with. Enjoy memories of the past, but don't let it stop you from acting in the present or thinking about the future.

Advice I would give to myself as a high school senior would be to not be afraid to let go of the area and community I grew up in, in order to branch out and expose myself to new areas, ideas, opinions, and people. I also would tell myself not to worry so much about every little thing and to just take some time to relax, have fun, and make new friends. Getting involved in campus organizations at the beginning of college is another thing I would emphasize as important to my high school self.

Take advantage of every opportunity you are given. Apply yourself and study from the very first semester.

My advise to my high school self would be to take as many AP or college courses early on in high school. This gives you a leg up on other students when registering for classes and can give you the opportunity to graduate early, which can save thousands of dollars. Another tip would be to establish specific study habits for particular classes and learn what strategies work best for different subjects. This would save some time and make me more efficient in my studying habits in college. In the end though I believe I did a really nice job throughout high school in my preparation for college because I learned how to juggle such a busy schedule. This ability has already benefited me in college with class and extracaricular activities and obligations.

The advice I would give my pre-college, high school self would be to meet more people. Meet anyone and everyone you run into because you never know who could turn out to be a best friend, a good study partner, a future romantic partner, or simply a teammate on an intramural team. Also, try to meet men and women because it is a good thing to have friends of both genders and college is a great place to experience that. Along with meeting lots of people, make time for them. Obviously you are going to college to get an education so education should be your number one priority, but make time for your friends too because your education will get you a great job, but your friendships could get you a great and happy life. The people you meet in college are most likely to be the friends you keep for the majority of your life. So make time for them, whether that means grabbing lunch, taking a walk, watching a movie, or even studying together, show them that you care about and value their friendship. Meeting people is a great way to have fun and make connections.

Knowing about college life as a high school senior would be very beneficial. If I could give the senior in high school me some advice I would be better off today. I would let myself know that even though college is hyped up to be all fun, there is still a lot of work that needs to be done. I would tell myself to be prepared to spend long nights in the library working on papers. I would tell myself that getting to bed at a decent hour and getting a sufficient amount of sleep is important. Scheduling office hours with professors is essential to doing well in a class. I would let myself know that being kind to people can go a long way. Smiling at people and getting to know them can come back with major benefits. There are a lot of opportunities that are available if you know the right person. There are many aspects of college that are great, but the most important is working hard and getting a degree that you will use for the rest of your life.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to make sure to study, keep your door open, and be open to new activities and meeting new friends. It's a big transition from a small town school, graduating with 28 students to a university. I would tell myself to just be myself and have a good time but make sure to keep my studies straight. School is important, as well as making new friendships. It makes for a fun, enjoyable, once in a life time experience.

Simply put away everything that does not benefit you educationally. You think those things matter, but in all reality you will thank yourself in a couple years when everything is easier for you and you have a 4.0 GPA

Although it may not seem important now, learning proper studying habits in high school is essential. In high school, you often find yourself studying the night before and acing your exam. Studying in high school often consists of simply skimming over notes. College is a different story. I remember my first college biology quiz. My heart dropped when my teacher handed me my paper back with a fat red sixty-two percent circled at the top. I quickly realized my high school study habits would no longer suffice in college. In college, it is necessary to study at least a few days in advance. Other methods such as flashcards, study groups, and outlining will be needed instead. With this being said, my advice to you is to start developing these skills now in high school. It takes time to develop the necessary studying habits that college requires. Avoid receiving that heart breaking F by improving your study skills sooner than later. Make flashcards, study with friends, and practice time management in high school, you will not regret it.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to my high school self, the main thing I would do is to assure myself not to panic. I am an undecided major and an extremely indecisive person. I always thought I needed to know what I am going to major in before I get to college and thought that up until the middle of this year. I felt uncomfortable being an undecided major because I believed I would get behind and be spending extra money while I waste time not knowing what I want to do as a career. After being in college for almost a year and hearing advice from many smart and trusting people, I know this is not the case and I feel much more confident with where I am. I would tell my high school self to not be worried about not having a major, to take time during my first year to do general education classes and also explore other courses that may interest me. In time you will find your calling and even if it takes you a little longer to do than others, it is okay and maybe even beneficial.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about what I know now in college and about myeslf, I would say to myself to just enjoy the small moments in college. A lot of times, people don't realize they were in the good times until it's over. I would not reveal anything to myself in the past, because that's like opening up Pandora's box.

As a high school senior, I worried too much about what the future had in store. I was constantly trying to figure out what to do with my life and what I wanted my major to be. I would tell myself to relax and just go into college ready to take in as many things as possible. I have learned about so many different majors that I didn't know about before, and college has given me a new perspective on life. I wish I would have known that in high school so I didn't stress myself out as much.

I would tell myself to stop worrying about all the dimensions I planned on fitting into my life: friends, sports, clubs, and academics. I spent so much time stressing about how I would fit everything I wanted into a college schedule instead of enjoying every moment of it. College is a time to discover myself and be independent without all the extra responsibilities I will have when I graduate. So, as a high school student, I wish I would have taken more time to enjoy my last year with my family and local friends rather than having anxiety for the years to come.

Learn different ways to study and actually study. School information won't come as easy as it is in High School. Make studying a habit. Also start making lists of "Things to do." It will make it easier to know what you have to do .

Hey Natalie, Just to let you know, college is approaching fast. So while you're still in high school I want you to try new things. I want you to go out of your comfort zone and go on run with friends at midnight, or take a class at the local art shop. Don't be afraid of what anyone thinks because it is your life. But keep working hard at your studies. Every point counts and it's the same in college. But if you put in the effort, the fun can begin. At the same time, make sure you make time for your family as well. As much as you want to get away from them, they are your biggest support team and love you to pieces. Learn to appreciate them. Don't be afraid to make new friends and say yes if people want to hang out. You'll soon learn to love college and the newfound freedoms that surround you.

If I could go back and talk to my high school self, I would tell her to cherish high school and not try to rush graduation. Looking back now, high school was much easier and a lot less stressful. I would tell myself to join as many clubs as I could, go on as many adventures as possible, and live my high school life to the fullest because compared to college there were a lot less worries about school, money, time, etc. Also, I would tell her to work her hardest at sports because once they are gone you won't ever be able to get the memories and adventures back. Transitioning from high school to college was definitely an experience however, I wouldn't change it because I feel that having to do things on your own and struggle for a little while can be very rewarding in the end.

Give it time. The freshman year will be tough. It will have its ups and its downs. Find something that you're passionate about to get involved in to help find your place.

If I were to go back to high school, I would tell myself to take more time for myself. In high school, I worked 30-35 hours a week. I never had time to go to sport games or hang out with my friends outside of school because I was too worried about making enough money to go to college. I would tell myself, you are going to poor in college and well after you graduate college. I would tell myself to put work and school away for a while and focus on having fun, going out with friends and making great lasting memories. All I remember from high school was the drama, work and school work. I pushed myself hard, which was good, but as a result had no great lasting memories or crazy nights on the town.