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College is a fresh start, where few people will know you and you can reinvent yourself, but that doesn't mean that you should. Stick to your heart and make sure you do the things that you enjoy, because the friends you meet doing those things are the ones you will find are truly friends for life. Don't let boys get in the way of what you want- they aren't worth it- and the ones who are worth it woouldn't let themselves stop you from accomplishing wonderous achievements. I know you have chosen Physics as your major with a focus in Astrophysics, but change your mind. We have never been very good with math tests, and in college math that's 80{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of your grade. Take classes that interest you and find something that you truly love. Read a good book, your favorite book, and take inspiration from its pages to live a happy college life and to find a career path that you will truly love. Don't let the good things slip away, but more than that don't cling to the bad for stabilities sake. You are worth more than the bad.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, the advice I'd give myself as if I were still a high school senior is mainly to prepare early and get focused right away. I feel that the actual transition I made was a rather smooth one with only a few bumps. I would advise my younger self to ask more questions and to research anything and everything pertaining to registration, parking, buying books, etc. I feel like these were the only areas that I felt a tad behind on. The other piece of advice, which would be the most important, is to manage my time effectively and leave adequate time to study and prepare for exams. I would say that taking the extra time to prepare and actually educate myself in and out of the classroom would be the most helpful in succeeding.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to do as many scholarships as possible all year round and every year. The scholarships I do, the greater the chance I have at paying for my education. I have many years of college ahead of me. I applied for over 50 scholarships in high school, but I should have continued to apply after. I would tell myself to not count on every scholarship being renewed. I would tell myself to prepare for college ahead of time, by working harder in my maths and sciences. I would tell myself to explore other universities before just picking Youngstown State because it is close to home. I would tell myself to work harder to find jobs and save all my money for school. I would tell myself to not worry about the little things in life and focus on my future. I would tell myself to not let anyone else influence where I go to school or what to major in. I would tell myself to set goals and always do whatever it takes to succeed in life.

I would advice them to make sure that they have made sure they have finished things early so if there are any problems they are able to go back and fix them. I also advice them to apply for as many schoalrships and financial aid as possible cause it is hard to pay for college. I also advice that the students should get as much guidance in choosing there classes, it will be easier to know where you are headed in ther future.

As a seasoned college student, I would tell my high school self to do better in school and apply for scholarships early. The better I would've done in high school, the easier it would have been for me to transition. In turn, I would have been able to apply for more scholarships. I would probably tell my self to save my money during high school, as well. I noticed a lot of students doing volunteer work during my college years, and I wish I would have done that in high school because it would have not only given me more fulfillment personally, but I would be able to put that on the college application. Looking back, I would have definitely done things a lot different. I made many mistakes with money, deciding on a college major, and life in general. Everyone tells you to do good in high school, but never really gives a reason worth listening to. I hope high school students now are making more of an effort towards saving and studying for college.

If I were a high school senior, the advise I would give my self is to stay in school and surround yourself with like minded, serious students. It is very easy to get distracted from your education when the college social scene has a huge influence on young adults. Next, I would encourage myself to be active in the college social academic scene. Participating in rallies, sports, clubs and study groups are very rewarding and keeps your mind focused on your goal of obtaining a degree. Finally, I would advise not to be discourage by tution costs. There are many ways to help pay for college, such as sholarships, grants and loans. If taking a loan to pay for college, only borrow what you need to keep post graduation debt low. Education is one of the important investments a person can make in themselves, and it should not be abandoned because of simple diversions that life throws at you.

At one point or another, everyone has thought to themselves, 'if i can go back in time, i would do things much differently'. I myself have thought this same thought. As a high school senior, I didn't exaclty have the most helpful parents. They did not attend college so they really didn't know how to help me. I was on my own. So knowing what I know now, I would go back in time when I was a high school senior and be my own advisor. I would inform myself to get an advisor, devise a schedule that will allow me to graduate in four years, but most importanatly I would tell myself to job shadow as many jobs as I can. Any job that sounded interesting to me, I would job shadow because that is the only way you know if you would enjoy making that a career. If I was able to go back in time to inform myself of what will happen if these three things were not implemented I would be explaining everything that i went through, transfering schools, changing majors, ultimately learning how to survive college by myself.

If I could give any advice to myself as a high school senior, it would be to save all the money that I made then. In my third year of college, I realize that the toughest part is working full-time and being a full-time student. School is the most important thing and is my number one priority, but if I'm not working full-time, there is no school. I've made it this far, but I'd be a lot les stressed if I didn't have to work 40 hours a week just to make ends meet.

If I could advise my 17-year-old high school senior self on her (my) upcoming transition to college life using 20/20 hindsight, my main piece of advice would be “Don’t schedule 8:00 AM classes.” The reality is, most of your college social life happens at night, and that doesn’t necessarily mean you will always be drinking. In a college dorm environment, there are simply people around all the time. You’ll forge deep friendships in the wee hours of the morning, and spend and equal number of those pre-dawn hours polishing up assignments due the following day. 8:00 AM classes are often a hindrance to these efforts, and you have to sleep sometime. So, do yourself a favor and opt for the 9:00 and 10:00 AM classes. You’ll still graduate in 4 years, Summa Cum Laude.

As a high school student I was in need of discipline. I did not want to be in school and did not do well. I had a hard time figuring out my place in the world. I didn't put too much thought in to my future. I didn't think school had much to offer. I dropped out my senor year. Now I am 31 years old and after 11 years, I have found the importance of going to school. I have a strong desire to graduate and take my place among society's professionals. I have worked many jobs and ultimately found that I aspire to have stable career in accounting. This is something that I have always wanted to do but lacked the discipline and motivation that, for me, came with time and experience. Now, I have gone back and gotten my GED and getting a 4.0 in collage. I would tell my high school self: "Things may not always go as planned but you will get to where you need to be. Your unconventional ways of going about it will make you stronger when you do arrive. You are much stronger that you think.”

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself go to college first. It would save you a tramendous amount of heartache. I was tempted right out of high school with a job that paid well for an eighteen year old kid. I took that job and did not go to college. I wish now, I would have waited on that job and had gone to college. I am not a 33 year old mother of two boys and I am in school again. I enjoy what I am doing now and I know that when I have my degree, it will help my family in more ways than one.

When I was a senior, the advice I wish I would have been given that i realize now is to never let others bring me down. I was bullied a lot in my high school years and I let it get to me. I was to the point where I thought I was no longer wanted on this earth and that it was time for me to go. I had many thoughts about committing suicide and thinking back now, I should have never gotten to that point. I should not have let those bullies get to me like how I did. I finally decided to go to the doctor and help myself before things got worse. From then on I told myself to only have good thoughts on life and I realized that people loved me and would not want me to leave their lives, so I put the past behind me and moved forward with my life and i couldn't be any happier.

Relax. Change and new things can be scary and stressful, but you're going to be fine. Take on college with an open mind and a positive attitude. You will get out of this experience what you put into it. Just do your best, keep your goals in mind, and don't be afraid to ask for help or guidance if you need it. Think back to your first day of high school: You worried about finding your friends, finding your locker, finding your classes, and what the teachers would be like. After a week though, those worries were gone. You adjust. Just like you will in college. Your first days of classes will come and you will see that it was nothing worth worrying over. In fact, you may even come to enjoy it.

The advice that I would give my high school self is that when you come to college, you can't worry about anybody else but yourself. You are out here for one reason and one reason only, and that is to get a decent education, your degree so you can have a better life for yourself and your future family. If you come to college with out a gameplan and your priorities together, you will fail. This is not the time to party nor is it the time to be involve in petty disagreements that can result you getting dismissed from the campus. Keep your eye on the prize and remain positive and productive.

I would tell myself to focus more on school. Set a goal and work on achieving that goal. Never underestimate yourself. You don't know what you are capable until you really try.

Dear Old Me, Relax. College isn't what you'd expect. You mave have had a hard time socializing with other students in high school, but there's less pressure of making friends in college. Most students in college are more worried about their education than what other's are wearing or who's the most popular. There could be some students who share the same dream career/ or interest outside of school as you. You'll have a chance to re-invent yourself into the person you wanted to be in high school, but in a more sophisticated way. The great thing about college classes is, you can choose the day and time for your schedule and all the help is there in front of your face so take advantage of that. Do not procrastinate. The internet, friends, or dating will still be there for you to enjoy, so make your grades your top priority. Spend your money wisely and find ways to save money. Do not procrastinate. ( very useful advice). You can learn alot about yourself in college by life experiences and the decisions you make. Enjoy this journey while you can because you only live once.

The most important advice I would give to any highschool senior would be to take the time to fill out scholarships. There are a plethora of scholarships out there, and if one is dedicated to filling out scholarships a student could possibly go to school for free. I did not take time to fill out scholarships, and now as I am in my first semester of college, I am having trouble finding finances to continue my education next semester. So high school seniors, have patience and fill out scholarships!

Dear me Please watch who you associate with. Some of your "friends" will try and bring you down. You are one heck of a guy and don't need any unnecessary drama. Keep studying hard and working towards your goals. Remember to save your money and realize there is a difference between wants and needs. Also brush up on your cooking skills in case you have to whip up a meal for a cute girl. Chicks dig a guy that can cook. Remember to regularly shave and look presentable. Keep up with your classes and don't let other things distract you. Work on your communication skills and networking skills. Please keep looking and applying for scholarships and keep the grades up!

We often hear study hard it will pay off not only study hard, but I say developed a study habit or pattern. Know what you want to go to college for before you register because you don't want to waste time and money switching majors. Keep improving your GPA this will be important when it comes to financial aid because the higher the GPA the more scholarships you can apply for to help pay for school, theirs people that's actually went through college independently without taking out loans and paid for school on scholarships. The GPA is important so don't go into college thinking I just want to past. How many go through college wandering if I don’t succeed I’m left with a enormous bill or if you finish your left with an enormous bill Knowing that your tuition is not only paid, but paid off will be a big weight you won’t have to carry going through your pursuit of college and graduation.

Do more focus on your studies more and have a better plan. Also prepare better for your future, a lot gets thrown at you very quick.