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If I were still in high school, I would tell myself to work really hard and study a lot more. I need to be able to push myself and learn how to comprehend things and take advantage of my education. Education is not a right but a priveledge and I believe if I knew then what I know now then I would have been more prepared for college.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now I would tell myself that I should not have played around in school as much as I did. I would also tel my self to apply for scholarship because you might not have enough money to pay for college. I would also tell myself that college is no joke and it is very exspensive.

I would have told myself to stop messing around, and focus more on my school work.

Instead of worrying about trying to make unstable relationships work, you should take the time to think of what you really want in your long term future. Think of what you can see yourself doing as a career, then make note of that as you go to your school counselor for advice. Also, take advantage of the school field trips to prospective colleges and research on any colleges that interest you. Go online and see what other students think of the universities you're interested in, check out reviews about them. After you've done this, contact advisors at universities you want to know more about and seek help about how to go about getting into their schools. Make sure you do this earlier in the school year, rather than procrastinating. If you can work temporarily or get an internship, try that out to save money towards college. Realize that college is different from high school in the sense that you'll need to be an active participant in your education, so don't plan on relying on professors to remind you about doing your tasks. Lastly, don't overwork yourself and give yourself room for a social life.

Look for a better school, as well as financial resources, because the school you attend could very well decide your course of life. I know you're smarter than what you put on, and you aren't able to work as hard as you should, but you can't give up on personal problems. Make the most of whatever high school you are in, and make the most of every resource you can get on your way to the best and brightest college for you.

Work hard and play hard. Life is about balance. Do not move to fast and do not move to slow. Enjoy yourself and find a major that you will enjoy. Meet new people everyday and be social. Know your self, respect yourself, and love yourself unconditionally. Work hard and study abroad early.

Before you know it four years are going to fly so fast and through out these four years it is manadorty that you do the following first being getting good grades. Don't roll your eyes. I am telling you this you must get good grades now and many doors will open for you. By getting unacceptable grades you will not be eligble to go to the school of your choice. The second thing that you need to do is study for that SAT and the ACT becuase that also affects what schools you are eligible for. Next it is never to late to start appyling for scholarships please do not wait till the last minute because books, tutition, and other mischellious fees pile up rapidly. Lastly the moment mommy and daddy drives off from helping you move in that is the start of your indepndence as a young adult. If you do not remember anything I said in this conversation keep this thought in mind you will have friends who are paying for their own tutition and while others stay home because they could not afford school so be thankful. You got this stay humble and respect youself love.

Take AP courses, study for SAT test and make a good school choice.

If I could talk to my highschool self I would tell myself to have fun and enjoy my time.I would also tell myself to join new activities and make new friends. i would also tell myself to start saving my money and to be more financially literate.

I would have told myself to start college right away after high school to help me get through my father's death a little easier. I would tell my high school self to attend a community college and attain your two-year degree in order to save on the costs of the first two years at a university. I would tell myself to help out in the community more by working with charities and fundraisers for families in need. Additionally, I would direct my high school self to think of college as an investment in your life and a stepping stone to something great that will positively affect you for the rest of your life. Be confident in education and trust that college is the best thing for a vulnerable high school senior with no idea what career you would like to pursue. Please be sure to be an outstanding citizen with an emphasis on helping the people of this great country to the best of your ability. Go for your degree and fulfill your dreams to become the best man you can possibly be. That is exactly what I would say to my high school self.

If I could go back in time to warn myself about the severities of college life, I would definetly have made myself a much more harder and effective studier. In high school, I did not study as hard as I should have because of how leniant some of my teachers were. In college you do not get that kind of treatment, and rarely do you ever get second chances to make up work/test. One other thing I would have to tell myself is that college is not as intense as it can be made out to be. Alot of highschoolers tend to stress out during there last year of high school thinking that they have to cram everything into their brains in order to attend college. Yes, you are going to be required to know certain things but its okay to relax. I would lastly go back and tell myself about time managment. That can be one of the most crucial things in college. If you do not know how to balance out your time in college, you will find yourself digging a deep hole. Time managment is very important and should be practiced.

I would just say apply for every possible scholarship I can. Stay focus and stay driven. Do not let no one get in your way and don't get caught up with any guy. Keep your eyes on the prize and the goals always to the end.

i would tell my self to look for and reserch as much scholarships as i could.

I would give myself the advice to study hard because the award of studying hard is the endless opportunity of getting a scholarship for college and getting into a good school. I will also say that you should enjoy all the time you have in high school because when you get to college, it is so much more work compared to high school. During your senior year in high school you should start preparing yourself for the college life because that would help you adapt more to the college like ahead of you.

If i could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, i would make sure that all of my classes were ok to qualify for division 1 sports. I would have taken the A++ certification class when the opportunity was available. I think that i went to college very prepared for what was in store for me at the next level. There isn't really much that i would change because the attitude that i had in high school carried over to college and kept me on the right path to succeed in the college world.

As a high school senior and full-time college student with Running Start, I have learned to appreciate the opportunity of attending college while still in high school. Courses go by quickly on a 4-quarter schedule, and to earn a strong GPA means learning good study habits and time management skills. It takes a lot of self discipline and responsibility to excel in college-level and college-paced classes, and attending the community college has sharpened those characteristics. Being a part of a community college means much more than attending classes and doing homework, though. It means becoming a part of the campus life and student body by participating in school government, elections, clubs, and community service events such as food drives, blood drives, and clothing banks. Even though my college studies might be for purely personal reasons, my experience at the college level has shown me that my application of those studies in the community is what's most important.

My college experience as been great. I love my college and love learning. I am challenged daily by my classes, and enjoy the satisfaction completing my courses with good grades. I have learned so much in the past year. I have learned many important life lessons, which will be very valuable to me in the future. Overall, I am so grateful to have the privilege of attending college. The hard work is worth every bit of the college experience.

"Desmond! What's ya major again?! Astro-what?? Astronomy? No, Astrophysics?! Psh. Good luck." This is what a friend told me last semester. Yes, it is discouraging to hear but its shows me that I am indeed unique. "Unique-ness" is one of the basis of the college experience and has shown me that different cultures must coexist in order to obtain a true tolerace for each other. During the college life you find out how you are unique compared to other people and also how to interact with a variety of ethnicities. Most of all, you HAVE to take care of yourself. No mom. No dad. You caring for YOU.

Coming to school I have gained a greater understanding of responsibility and idependence. This has been valuable to me because I used these new skills and earned a 3.28 GPA my first semester in college.

My college experience has not been the same as a normal college student. Through my college experience I have learned a lot. College has taught me time management, organization, always come prepared, pay attention and always be on time. But the number one thing I have learned from college and that is most valuable to me is hard work. When I was young my grandfather always told me to work hard and it will pay off. Before he passed away, I told myself I would work hard for him. Hard work has put me where I am to day a junior who attends Virginia State University majoring in criminal justice with a 3.6 GPA, who has a goal to become a special agent. My hard work has made the difference in my grades. My hard work turned B’s to A's. I use hard work because if you work hard no matter what the task is or what is asked of you, anything can be accomplished with a little hard work. Hard work separates the average people from the one's who really want it.