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If I could go back in time and give myself some advice I would say that college is not near as scary as it seems. I would try to push myself into going to a 4-year school, instead of a two year one just because my high school self wasn't ready to leave home. But if she decides to stay anyways, I would tell her that the journey ahead of her will be unforgettable. The campus might seem big and confusing, but in a few weeks you'll know it like the back of your hand. I'd tell myself to get your basics done first and watch out for those tempting art classes, they can really slow you down! Don't rely on your friends to take classes with you, take what you need regardless of who will be there with you, because you're there for yourself and no one else. I would say to myself that I know you think these times are good, but the ones ahead are so much better, and I know you have what it takes to survive, excel and make it at a university.

If I could go back in time, I would have better prepared overall for college. I should have taken more AP classes and college level classes while I was in high school. This would have not only saved me money, but also time. I also would have told myself to better learn time management while I could still have the support of living at home. This would have allowed me to better balance academics, work, and free time to do laundry. In high school I was very actively involved in many extra curricular activities and I wish I would have known more about what clubs and groups were available in college from early on. I am very happy with my choice of school, they helped me a lot with having activities and study groups available to assist my success.

I absolutely loved my senior year in high school. I was the class president and very involved with soccer and volleyball and volunteering for the community. The one thing I would change to prepare me for this college experience would have to be learning how to study for an exam and prioritize my time to get everything done in a short amount of time. I always had exams in high school but I did not take the time I should have since I seemed to go well on them. Once I took my first exam in college it was a bit of a shock and I would have loved to be more prepared and more experienced with that aspect of school. I would also give myself the advice to be open to meeting as many new friends as possible by getting involved with fun activities on campus such as magicians and game nights. Friends can be made and kept for a lifetime, and be a great support throughout college.

Get involved right away. You will meet so many great people that you will be happy to be around. These friends can be life long. Join a sorority. Do not be shy, people will like you for who you are.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I necessarily won't have done anything different. I was mentally, physically, and spiritually prepared for college. I always loved who I was in high school, and I still love who I have become in college. I'm more mature right now compared to my high school days, but it doesn't really mean that I wish I was this mature in high school. As we grow, we learn and our experiences shape who we eventually become, and I love who I have become.

College is going to be the time of your life. Your going to make life long friendships, meet great people, have one in a chance lifetime experiences, make a name for yourself, and impact the lives of others. Don't just brush it off even though the movies glamourize it...its hardwork! But in the end its going to be worth evey penny and second of the day! Don't forget to get involved, it looks great on a resume and gives you a break from studying. Get your voice heard! Every little thing you do can be a big leap for others. At the end of every day, feel worthy, accpeted, and accomplished with your self cause your just one step closer to graduation day. Always remember that your not alone and there are people just you going through the same thing!

Stop buying so much fast food and new clothes! You need that money to be able to pay off the couple thousand dollars you still owe! Go to work early and work late, I don't care if you want to take a nap, get off your butt and milk those cows. No, you don't need that mountain dew everyday, just drink the well water. The cows don't care what you look like, hurry up and get to work on time! Finding a job is harder than you think, you better love that you always have this to fall back on. Sure, you don't get paid as much as you want, but it is better than nothing, right? Stop arguing with Dad, he knows what is best.

Don't procrastinate! Don't think that you will always have time later on. I wish I would of went straight for my Bachelors instead of first doing my Associate's. Most important - concentrate on you academics NOT your social life! I fell pregnant at the age of 16 and it really slowed down my college education life. I cannot just drop everything and study - I have kids. Don't be stubborn - take others' advice in regards to the importance of higher education. Don't wait until the last minute to sign up for classes. Don't accept a loan unless you know exactly what it will entail years later and how repayment works. Don't overdo it either - only take what is absolutely needed!

Rochelle, listen to what I'm about to say. You're in the 12th grade now and it's time for you to start thinking about your future. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I know you think you have a lot of time, but time waits for no one young lady. You need to start looking into career choices. Do some research on different colleges to find out about their programs and what they have to offer. I know you've been in school for 12 years, but that was just to prepare you for the real world. How are you going to take care of yourself? You need to get out there and find your own way in life. Getting a degree will help provide all that for you. I know college is expensive, but there are a lot of scholarships you can apply for and most schools have financial aid for students who qualify. So don't let that stop you from going to college. Knowledge is power and power is what you'll need to make it in this life. Don't waste time cause 30 years will come and go just like that.

If I were given the opportunity to go back and give myself advice as a senior, I would remind myself to slow down. College comes fast, and it goes fast. Through high school I was in such a rush to get it over with, and now I realized I missed out on some times I will not get back because of wanting to just be done with school. Also, I would have told myself that things will happen, good or bad, but its how I handle them that will determine the kind of person I am. Basically my advice would be to slow down and breathe. We are given one life with no redos; I wish i would have realized this while going through high school.