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If I could go back and give myself advice for college, it would be to know what classes you want to take if you know your major. To not just take a class because you heard it was easy, but to take a class to make it count towards something! I have learned from this from a semester in college, where I took a class that I didn't really need, but I just wanted an easy grade. Once in the class, you are stuck with it for the rest of the semester. Sure you can drop and add classes, but that is a hassle and something that can be avoided. There are so many classes and only a certain number you can take, so choose wisely and go into the class with a positive attitude!

College is not the same as high school, you have to work hard and earn your grade. In high school you could pass with whatever grade you have, but that doesn't work in college. Focus on your goal and do not slack off. This period of your life determines what you will become in the future. Study hard and focus on your work. Plan ahead for example check your school e-mail for any important information regarding your classes. Order your books on time do not wait until the last minute to order for you will fall behind. Have a set budget for book, tution, and other nessecary things. Your education is important and you can not jeopardise your education. Apply for as many scholarships you are eligiable, for the more scholarships you have the less loans you have to take. Don't give up and continue on for it will pay off at the end.

I'd tell myself to take every opportunity from extra credit to revising papers when my teachers offer it. Always strive to go one step beyond, because your grades will pay off. Second chances don't come by often in college. Unlike high school, no one is going to hold your hand and tell you each mistake you made. Manage your time and don't procrastinate. The humongous load of work in college will stress you. Divide and conquer. Split your agenda into sections and do it early so you won't feel overwhelmed. Lastly, utilize all the help from teachers and counselors. They're willing to help with financial aid, write reference letters, and even share their wisdom. Build relationships with them because these people will get you far and each grain of salt they give will lead you to a brighter future. Do well in school-those good grades mean a hefty scholarship. Take pride in your work and don't cheat. No one wants a doctor who doesn't know what he's doing. Learn to be compassionate because you'll meet many people with different backgrounds. Volunteer to help the needy. Imagine if that was you.

I used to believe that I had amazing work ethic, this is true, but through the first semester of college I am learning how to put my determination to complete task into studying with respect of the freedom that college has. College is valuable to attend because you don’t live with the regret of not knowing what you could have been or succeeded in.

What I have gotten out of my college experience is a lot or learning experiences. I have been to quite a few different schools not really know what I wanted to do and now Im finally finishing up getting my nursing degree and going back to school full time in the fall. Not knowing what you want to do in life is a little hard when your away at school away from your family and friends, and being away from home makes you grow up and start making adult decisions. Now what you decide is another story, I didnt make the best decisions when I first started away at school and it showed in my grades. But what also showed in my grades was that I wasnt happy being where I was or what I was doing. Finally realizing that I want to be a nurse and want to help people and know I could help people makes me feel good and makes me feel good about all the decisions I've made and that everything happens for a reason. It might have taken me a little longer then most but Im happy and thats what matters.

I have gotten a lot out of my time here. I have made many friends and learned a lot about another place than the one i came from.

Aneisha, it is time you let go of basketball. There is something you want to do and its acting; you will actually be good at it in college. You have picked basketball over acting for almost four years. I promise just trust yourself, and believe that you are not letting anybody down by holding on to playing basketball. If you want to start college a little less stressful, try getting a part time job after you graduate. If you do this you will make a little money and be able to pay for books, decrease a loan, or maybe even a used car. Don't be afraid to reach out to your family for support. They need to be there for you emotionally and financially because you are one of the first to go to college. I'm very proud of you and whether you know it or not your dad is proud of you too. You two don't talk much but here is a chance for you to get close because you are a grown up now, tell him how you need him to be in your life and that you love him.

I would have said self no matter how tuff of a process it may seem to be choose a major and see it through till the end. Stability in your mind or steadfastness is a principal to live by. That come what may, seasons always change but keep your eye on the prize! Save your money, and learn how to properly manage what you earn and what your blessed with.

I would encourage myself to save money by attending a less expensive college. I would also tell myself to research for and apply for scholarships and study more.

Imagine walking down the hallway of a building you have never been in before. Every face is new and the anxiety overwhelms you. You see someone coming your way; she is one of the few faces you recognize. What do you do from here? I chose to approach the woman and ask her what her name was. I let her know that she seemed familiar and I continued the conversation by asking if she had a class with me. Believe it or not, we have been best friends ever since. No matter how much preparation one can have, the transition to college can be difficult. Perhaps the best advice I could give myself as an incoming student would be to NEVER expect others to approach and/ or help you. You must get out of your comfort zone and not be afraid to meet new people or ask questions.