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I would have taken more college classes in high school. I was given the opportunity but I refused because I wanted my senior year to be fun. Now that I know how expensive college tuition is, I wish I would have taken more college classes while I was in high school.

Knowing what I know now about college, I would tell myself as a high school senior to work harder and get better grades. If it was possible, I would try and get into advanced placement courses so it can go towards my college credits. Knowing what I know now, I would tell myself not to slacked off, and pay more attention in class. The amount of money each class is in college, having as much college credits when you graduate high school is a major bonus. Knowing what I know now, I will warn myself as a senior to be prepared financially with college because that is what I am currently struggling with.

I would advice to start applying and looking for scholarships right away! Dont take the time to apply, especially when applying for scholarships or financial aid because that is what will help you get through school without the stress of money. Also I would recommend applying to many places, and VISIT them before you make your decision so you can get a feeling on how you will like the enviornment. College is a big learning experience, but its also a essential time where you meet new people and make long lasting friends. Apply early so you get the best experience that you pay for.

Dear Nicole, If you're reading this, you must be a high school senior. I want you to know what you're thinking and what you're going to experience. I've lived through everything you're going to live through and I want to give you advice. First of all, you're a senior so live it all. Be involved. Basketball is a big deal and you'll regret not going to the games. Football isn't going to do very well this year so just enjoy hanging out with your friends during and after the games. Start putting money away for college. Apply to many colleges, apply for many scholarships, and don't worry about college until it comes. I know you won't believe it but, Garrett is going to be super interested in you come graduation time. Have fun! Don't let the opinions of others change what you want to do. Be yourself and let others decide if they're going to love you for it. You're going to need to take Calculus during college because you will get into BYU. Take it your first or second semester.

I would give myself the advice of keep your grades up. Because if I would have kept my grades up and did more stuff in highschool I would have ended up in a university. But I do have scholarships though that fund me going to college, that I earned in highschool. I do thank god though that I am fortunate to go to any college, because I have scholarships. Starting off at a community college just sets you up for that next transition, cuz I did initially wanted to start off at a university, but god works in mysterious ways. But just never give up hope on college cuz their is a will or a way that you can make it there.

I have been in college for several years now. As such, there are a few bits of advice I would offer my senior self. Firstly, I would encourage myself to develop good study habits, and the time management and self-discipline that go with it. College work takes more time and effort than anything in high school. You can’t cram and expect to pull off the grade. Second, I would tell myself to get out there and make friends and accomplices, especially within your major. One of the best ways to study is to have a friend to do it with. Not only that, but when you are in the same major and classes you can rely on each other for missed work when you are absent or as a comparison with note taking. Third, I would tell myself to make connections with the professors. Many professors are willing to go out of their way to help you succeed, if they know that you are putting forth the effort and have a desire to do so. These are a few of the things I would tell myself if I could go back and talk to my senior self.

I didn't want to go straight to college after high school and spent 25 years working in various positions without a degree (little/no benefits, poor wages, etc.) --some jobs I enjoyed, while others were not pleasant at all. I had a family (2 children) during this time. And many times I wished I had received higher education. I would tell my 18 year old senior self to "go to college now--attend every class--do your very best--get a degree--education is the key to success in this life--do it NOW!"

I would tell myself that I need to forget what the world wants me to be and focus discovering who I really am. I would tell myself to study more in school but not to forget that much of learning happens outside of the classroom in real-world and practical situations. I would tell myself that life is a great adventure, and that I have a world of opportunity at my fingertips. I can become anything I want to become if I only put my mind to it and put for the effort and sacrifice. I would tell myself that my attitude directly affects the outcome of all that I apply myself to. Ultimately I would tell myself the greatest secret to life. Life will pay me what I give it. This covers all aspects of life, educational, carrer, and social.

I am a striving young student ready to make a change in the world . I am planning on Majoring in Buisness Administration . I plan on minoring in Fashion Design . I also plan on getting my Real Estate liscense and practicing Real Estate in the Beverly Hills Area and opening up an Agency . I also plan on passing the bar so I can practice Law in the entertainment Industry . As You can see I plan on taking over the World. The Advice that I would give myself would be to go for it shoot for the moon at all cost . Never give up no matter what ! Study Hard now so you can enjoy life later . Igorance is Bliss . Education is the way . Stay in school until your nearly grey !

Have fun in High School, get involved with clubs and sports. College is a lot harder to get into those activities because of friend social interactions and more focused time on school work is needed. Develop study habbits in high school, so that way you do not have to develop them in college where you are paying to go to school.