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I would advive my self to be more responsible and taking school work more seriously. Practicing on having class work done on time because procrastination is a major issuse for college students. This would help to avoid any late work or poor class work. Participating in class discussions or clubs and being able to speak out your opinion to the rest of the class. It may help you get started in class presentaions and leadership on any type of activities or clubs in college. Another advice I would have givining my self is staying focused on my academic work instead of thinking of having fun hanging around with friends during school time. By doing this is diving my time for school, friends, and family. Time management is very helpful in focusing in your study work, and not being distracted by friends. When you divide your social life and academic work helps you in being more succesful. In your future college carrer. Learning in how to take action to these tips now as a high school senior will reflect on your academic work as a college student.

If I had to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have convince myself harder to take my SAT/ACTs in my junior year of high school so I would have more time to repeat the test if necessary. I also; would have applied for scholarships when I was told too. I procrastinated way too long and at the end of my senior year I didn't have anything. Seeing my fellow classmates on stage at the awards ceremony was a big eye opener, everyone receiving scholarships and I thought to myself I am just as smart as they are but they were on the ball faster than I was. So if I had to give advice to anyone it would be to start early as possible.

In high school my biggest concern was fitting in. I worried too much about the little things and tried to be someone I wasn't. When I arrived at college my first day I still felt like I was walking through the halls of my high school. My stomach was in knots and I thought everyone was judging me. What I didn't realize was that everyone else was just as distraught as I was. As time went on I made the most amazing friends in college and we always joke that none of us would have been friends in high school. Meeting new people has taught me to not be so self-conscious and I now have a new confidence in me that I never had before. Looking back, I would assure my high school self that I am good enough the way I am even with my flaws and that all my worrying is a waste of energy.

Wow! Just like in the movie LEGALLY BLOND" part 1. How exciting would be to step foot in the new campus, imagine the indepently life in the dorm with new friends! Yes ,the fun begins but education is always come first. Being a third child in the family of 5 siblings, I promissed myself to get a good education and be a good member for the society. Making the enviroment more healthy to live in. And I think what ever challenge I have to face, I will eventually get adapted and conquered although it won't be easy at first. I am going to be sucessful to become what I like to do in life and make the world to be better place to live (just like the end of the movie!)

Ever since I was young, I always looked forward to the ever popular "college life." Sooner than I thought, the day came for me to walk down the aisle and graduate from high school. I would be off to college within 3 months. Now that I'm already half way through my first year, there are many things I wish I would have known during my high school years that could have prepared me for my college adventure. The first piece of advice I would give myself would include staying calm when move in day would come. I remember being so nervous when in all actuality, this lifestyle really isn't that difficult. I feel a positive attitude toward the situation really makes a difference and allows the time to be more enjoyable. Another piece of advice I'd give myself would be to dream huge things and realize that my high school years really did help prepare me for these college years. I wish I would have taken high school more seriously. Overall, I would remind myself that I can do anything I want because I've got people around me to help me along the way always.

Unfortunately, I took 2 years off of school to decide what I want to do with my future. I was undecided whether I wanted to go to college or join the military. Knowing what I know now about college, I would go back and convince myself that college was the right choice. Although it can be stressful with all of the school work and the lack of money to help with the cost, college will be the most logical choice. After graduating college, you will obtain a degree that stays with you for the rest of your life. In today's day and age, a college education is almost necessary to become successful and ensures you that you will always have a job. I would tell myself to save as much money as I can and to prepare myself mentally for the obstacles ahead. I would also tell myself that I have the ambition and the knowledge to succeed and do well throughout my college career.

The advice I would give myself would be to not have slacked off so much in my senior year because high school to college is a big transition. College is much different than high school and you have to do most of your work on your own. No one helps you to get through it. I, also, would have told myself to be an active learner because that is what the professors look for in college, so I wish I could have trained myself for that.

The decision of college is big because it dictates the next four years of life. If I could give my younger self any advice, it would be to arrange priorities correctly. The highest priority should be major choice. Pick the school best suited for your major. Yes friends and other social activities are important but your education comes first. Next, where friends go to school should not determine your decision. Everyone is nervous and scared about going off to a new place and not knowing anyone. Since most freshman are in that situation there's no need to worry, you'll definitely make new friends. Unfortunately, another priority that is important in todays economy is cost. You want to go to a university with a good program for your major but one that's within price range. Piling up debts that will take years to pay off after graduation is not a good idea. Save the dream school with the best in the nation reputation for grad school. Undergraduate school can be a more affordable choice. Finally make sure you go to a school where you'll be happy. Stick to your personal wants and dont conform to anyone elses.

Take schooling seriously. Use high school to help your prepare for college. Your high school education is just as important as your college education. Don't rush into picking a major unless you are 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure that it's something you want to do on a daily basis for many years to come. Balance your academic life with your social life. Both are important. Go to a community college for your first year or two. If you go away to college straight from high school, you're more likely to make bad decisions. Give yourself another year or two to mature and get the "feel" of college. In high school, many teachers "help" you to be responsible. They give you constant reminders of assignments due, test dates, etc. When you go to college, YOU and ONLY YOU are responsible for YOU. College professors are there to teach, and teach only. Most professors will not continuously remind you of items that will be due.

First and Foremost, it is important for me to remember and keep the values of life that I have been taught by my parents. As I leave the high school atmosphere and enter the college life, I must not let everyone I meet in life influence me in any way. Only those who have grown up on the similar principles of life must I let have a positive impact on me. There are going to be many temptations and trials that I will have to experience on my own. In high school, my parents, mentors, and others that steered me in the right direction are right here with me, physically. In college, they still will be with me but spiritually. That is the big difference. When that little voice inside of me is telling me the difference between right and wrong, it is a matter of listening to it or ignoring it. Decisions will be key in the next chapter that I call the book of life. I will make out better if I analyze my decisions, instead of making them without any thought.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself I would advice to not make a huge joke out of english class. I should've learned more because that is the class that was most challanging for me during my first semester. Also I would have myself push myself more into harder classes and not take the easy way out. Maybe if I had worked harder during high school and participated in nonprofitable organizations I would be able to recieve scholorships. Just one scholorship could help me pay for the books that i greatly need but have a hard time paying for them on top of the semester.

I would begin by telling myself to group up faster than what I did. I wouldn't sit around and get caught up in the typical high school drama/life. I see now that my classmates I had in high school that i always thought were quiet or weird were the smart ones. They are the ones who have the most to look forward too and most likely have the least amount of trouble when it comes to affording college. I also would have told myself to try much harder in baseball in order to get more out of it in college. Lastly, I would tell myself to stick with a decent paying job instead of giving up so soon on something that would have helped me in the future.

Dear Me, Before you head off to college there are some things that you should do this year. 1. Get your license now. Mom doesn't want to drive you to classes every day. 2. Enjoy learning while you can-you won't have time to really enjoy it once you start college. College is not where you get to learn about the stuff you're really interested in-so use this last year to LEARN about what you LOVE! 3. Learn a language. 4. Write your stories-you will miss writing a lot! 5.Talk to God everyday! Don't skip this step! 6. Do things! Take the opportunities that appear in your life-your college schedule won't let you do random things, so enjoy the freedom while you have it. 7. Play the piano, go to lessons, and practice! Your wonderful piano teacher will miss you a lot when you start skipping lessons to do homework. 8. Never forget that you are wonderful-no matter how many things you haven't done or experienced-you are awesome already! Love, Me

I want to say that making friends and learning how to meet new people is very important. When I went to college I knew no one and social skills were very important inorder to make friends. As a senior in highschool, I would have told myself to use different study technices. It was difficult my first semester of college because I hadn't established good study skills. I would have told myself to take notes on what I read and make flash cards and also to study more in groups. I would have told myself not to be afraid of getting involved in new and challenging things such as clubs or sports. If you don't get involved you will feel out of place in college. Looking back I wish I would have read more so that I would not be such a slow reader now. You do a lot of reading in college and it is important to be able to understand things quickly. I wish I would have really learned some things the first time. If I would have truly understood everything I learned in chemistry in highschool i would have picked it up faster in college.

My senior year of high school was by far my best year of high school, but looking back on it I realize I could have put in alot more effort into preparing for college. I kept up with my grades, but that was about it. I wish that I could tell myself that there's alot more to preparing for college than getting straight A's. I waited until very late to start applying and visiting schools. I also didn't do much research on scholarships, which is something I really regret. Thankfully, everything fell into place and I couldn't see my self anywhere other than Bloomsburg University. I regret my laziness towards the end of my high school career, but I've learned from my mistakes and they've helped shaped who I am today.

It was easy to say that as a high school senior I already knew what to expect from college. However, the experience was completely different than what I though it would be. I would go back and tell myself to work on time management skills, study skills, soft skills, and focusing. It seems that in college these skills are everything. Time management is important to allow one to have an amount of time set for each task that needs to be completed and to allow for optimum use of time in between tasks. Good study skills are important to use. One should study a little every day rather than taking in all the information at once only a few times. I have seen many of my friends at college not do well in class because they do not study on a regular basis. Lastly, soft skills are important to be able to communicate with one?s roommate, teachers, and peers. Good communication is a key to success in college. Focusing is also a key to success. Do not to let others get in the way of one?s accomplishments. My transition would have been smoother had I understood this information.

Thinking back to my senior year I am very grateful that I took the AP Biology class that I took. Taking this class was challenging but I believe it was an extra class on my transcripts that made the final decision of getting into Bloomsburg University. Receiving credit for this class also gave me an advantage at Bloomsburg because since my credits transferred I do not have to take the same class again at Bloomsburg. Thinking back, I really wish that I was involved in more activities through my high school, I believe that being involved in sports and extra curricular activities really does make a difference on getting into the college you want and I wish I knew that then. I also think that it is very important to keep good grades, respect your teachers and have a clean record. I graduated high school with a 3.3 GPA, respected my teachers and never was sent to the principles office. The transition from high school to college is a very drastic one, you must make new friends, manage your time well and still continue to keep up the good grades even though the work has gotten much more difficult.

study hard and dont procrastinate

It's not going to be as easy as you think. There is a lot of work expected of you and there is a lot of research you have to do for papers. If you're an education major you especially have a large work load ahead of you and need to focus on school work to do well. There are a lot of fraternities and sororities but don't let it suck you in, parties are not all that college is about, in fact drinking and parties aren't that important and only hurt your ability to do well. Get more involved with clubs and go to sporting events to meet new people and make friends. Go to the gym and workout to avoid the freshman 15, the food is good but you need to keep it under control so you don't get bigger.

When you begin your journey of finding a college start early. Begin your search as a junior instead of as a senior. This will give you more time to choose the right school that best meets you needs. Next you should apply early, this way you will have a better chance of getting a great financial package with everything your school has to offer you. While doing this remember to keep your grades up and grasp every opportunity you can. Also continue on with your extracurricular activities. You may not be the star of the team, but being apart of a team helps a lot with getting into a school and getting scholarships. To get the most help throughout your school year try finding a local college. This way if you don't enjoy living on campus you can always commut from home. Also you will have more people you know while meeting new people. If you go to an out of state school you may not be able to see your family until the holidays come around. Think about it the transition would be much easier if you know that you always have a home to go to.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would give myself advice on staying focused. I would tell myself to wright down my goals on a sheet of paper and hang them on the inside of my locker so that I would be able to see them often. I would tell myself every single day to look at these goals that I want to achieve and always remember to never let anyone or anything distract me in accomplishing my dreams.

If I could go back in time and have a conversation with myself at the time of a high school senior I would tell myself to be open minded and relaxed. Now that I've experienced almost two years of college, I realized it's more exciting and rewarding than it is scary and overwhelming. My advice would be to never be afraid to speak up, whether it be in class, around faculty and staff, or even on campus with other students. Everyone on campus is most likey feeling similar to what you feel, whether they're good or bad feelings. It's always helpful to make a friend to talk or even study with. I would say to do what's right for you and no one else. Also, this is your future and do your best with what comes your way.

The transition to college for me was somewhat difficult. I come from a small town, and a close, loving family. It was very hard for me to leave my home and everything and everyone I love. Once at college, I found myself very depressed and anxious and unable to focus on my studies. The first semester was the hardest, but each semester I'm improving mentally and academically. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself a few things. First, I would tell myself to never forget who I am, and never lose site of that. I would also say, remember where you come from, because as you go off into the big world, it's always important to remember your home and your loved ones. I would tell myself to study hard and never give up on my dreams. Lastly, I would remind myself to hold loved ones close and be thankful for all I have and am blessed with. These are things I was reminded of at college, and I think if I was reminded of them in high school, I would've benefitted more.

If I could go back and give my high school self advice, I would tell myself not to allow myself to go home every weekend my freshman year like I did. I would tell myself to stay and make friends earlier in the year and not to worry so much about my friends at home. I would also tell myself to be more outgoing early on, instead of coming out of my shell later on in the year. Another word of advice I would give myself would be to stay on top of my work, not to fall behind, and to use good time management!

Colleen McDevit If I could go back in time, and talk to myself a high school senior; Id make sure I was involved in activities, get the highest grades possible and make sure I had better attendance. Now that I am in college I struggle because I didn?t give my all when I was in high school. Teachers would always try and prepare me for my future in college but I didnt think twice about what they said. I was only involved in one club, which is called Club Ophelia. It s to help teens deal with issues. Other than that I was not involved with my high school. If I could go back now, I?d get involved in as much as possible. My first two years of school I did poorly with attendance and grades. By the time I was a junior I was awarded for perfect attendance and made it on distinguished honor roll. I finally improved but I wish it was sooner. I?m happy I finally started improving; I believe it did help prepare a little for college. After my first semester in college I do wish I was able to relive high school

I would tell myself to be more relaxed when living with new roommates. For me, that was the hardest adjustment when attending college. Living with other people in a dorm room or an apartment is a lot different than living with family. I would advise my senior-year self to be more laid-back about cleanliness and to just relax more.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself with the knowledge I know about college life I would most definitely tell myself to attend Bloomsburg University. It is a college that is far from home but still close in distance at the same time. I would also tell myself about all the different people that I would meet that come from backgrounds different from my own. I would tell myself how wonderful the community and surrounding scenery are. The most important thing that I would tell myself is to never give up no matter how hard it may seem. There is someone who will always be there for you no matter what. I would remind myself that I am a strong person who can do anything that I set my mind to and someday my dream of becoming a registered pediatric nurse will come true as long as I work to obtain that dream.

Do not expect professors to hound you on completing assignments like teachers do in high school. You must self-regulate and prompt yourself to get things done in a timely manner. No one is going to constantly remind you that an assignment is due. Start working on tasks when they are assigned so you have plenty of time to revise and complete them. Be an outgoing person as well. People want to get to know you but only if they feel like you want to know them. If you're living in a dorm, keep your door open and don't be afraid to introduce yourself to others. Everybody is in the same boat and wants to make new friends. Also take your studies seriously. You will not be here to party. This is your one chance to prepare yourself for the real world. You don't want to graduate and realize that the only thing you've really learned is how to do a keg-stand. Use your resources too. Go to your professors' office if you need help. They are there for your benefit. Most importantly though, be yourself and enjoy this experience of personal growth.

Be prepared to do a lot of work. It only gets harder as you get on. But make sure you budget your workload with your social life and you'll be successful and enjoy your experience.

Just because you do really well in highschool does not mean that college will be easy. It takes a lot of hard work and detication to get a good gpa.

First, decide if you want to go away to a university or stay local at a community college. If you plan to go to a university then try to find one that fits your lifestyle and atmosphere preference. There are many websites to help make the selection process easier. Another major component in this procedure is to find a school that has majors you're interested in. Once you've gotten through the application process and are moved in, it's very important to meet a lot of new people and network. Even if you tend to be shy, put yourself out there. Even I was surprised to find out how friendly other students are. It is a big change from high school and no one cares who you were those prior four years. I must stress to utilize all the school's resources: library, recreation center, tutors, and especially your professor's office hours. College is truly what you make of it. These four years are the years that shape the rest of your life. Just remember that your sole focus is to succeed but it's more than okay to have some clean fun along the way.

Make sure you choose a school that isn't too close or too far from home. Join a service organization, whether it's a fraternity/sorority or a club. If you're musical and the school is lucky enough to have a marching band, join band or choir. Supporting the footall team and being in marching band is an extremely rewarding experience. Don't be afraid to be yourself. Make as many friends as you can, the more the merrier, but make sure you all have common interests such as not partying. Partying isn't worth the potential consequences. If you're not sure what you want to do, begin as undeclared but don't mess around because it's hard to pull up your GPA after a rough start.

Go with your gut feeling. If you have any hesitations, ask a student, they will be more honest with you.

To parents and to-be college students: My first word of advice is to know what you want in a school. Do you want a big, sports-oriented, well-known university? Or would you be happier lying low in a small, academic college town? Are you going to school for the parties, or are you planning on coming home every weekend? Please take these aspects of college life into consideration. Apply to a variety of colleges so that when the time comes to choose, you have a wide range of choices. Visualize what kind of setting you would like around you, and visit that school. Make it happen! And most of all, be proud of yourself.

It's hard to know what you want to do right out of high school, and a large portion of students switch majors before they graduate. be true to yourself. If medicine doesn't feel like the right feild after the first year, it probably isn't. Get out. If education has you down, switch your major. Parents, be supportive. I am very lucky that my parents supported my decision to take a less practical major (English and philosophy instead of English and 2ndary education), and now I am attending Rutgers University for my masters with a 10,000 dollar assistantship--which isn't anything to scoff at. Just because your childrend aren't living your dream for them does not mean that they will fail. Be ready to adjust, though, if things don't go your way. Choosing the right college and the right major is finding the balance between compromise and putting your foot down. Just don't compromise too much. Shoot for the best you can get, talk to friends, talk to advisors, talk to counselors, they know what they are doing, get ideas, and good luck.

My advice to students who are trying to find the right college is to take the following into consideration: distance from home, financially affordable, and intended major. One should tour each college they are applying to and engage in conversation with professors in their intended major. This way one can get a feel for and an impression about the professors before making a decision. There are two words that can ifluence a student to make the most of their college experience, and the is "GET INVOLVED." By getting involved in the college of one's choice, they will attend numerous events and obtain various experiences. Attend sporting events and join clubs on campus. Most of the activities on campus involved many people, therefore they are a great oppurtunity to meet new people. Also, search for work study jobs, they usually accompany campus activities. Students should relax and have fun and remember to always go to a professor for help. Don't be affraid to ask questions or use the library.

As a recent college graduate and current continuing education student, I would advise prospective students and their parents to visit the top three colleges of their choice more than once, make an appointment and meet with faculty members or department chairs of your course of study, and research how many graduates from those colleges found jobs (in their field) following graduation. I can't stress enough how important it is to choose the right college for you because your happiness at school reflects in your grades. When you visit, you can get a feel of the atmosphere and if you get a great vibe then choose that school; don't let yourself and your grades go down because you are unhappy at school and regret the choice you made. Meet with faculty members of your declared major, it will help you make the choice and you will feel more secure about your program of study. It is also important to find out from the school's career advisement center how many alumni are employed in their major, and how long it took after they graduated to find a job. Make the most of college by being enthusiastic about your major!

You should choose your college based on your major. You should also look at job placement for that major at that school.

Be somewhere that you know will make you happy, not a place that just looks fancy or high tech. The smallest schools can be the best, even if they may not look big and flashy on the outside. Meet some of the teachers or take a tour and get a feel for the campus. Make sure the campus fits your lifestyle, not somewhere where you feel as if you need to comform to fit the campus. Go to a school where you feel like you can be yourself and do things that you want to do. As for making the most out of your college experience, dont hold back. Take a chance and try new things, new clubs, or activities. You may end up finding something that you never thought you would enjoy. Overall, the most important thing to remember is to go somewhere that you know you will be happy. If you are not happy with your surroundings, you cant be happy yourself. Go to Bloomsburg! =]

When looking for the right college for you, take into mind what is right for you. Don't let other peoples' opinions outweigh your own, let them influence you, but remember that ultimately you must choose what you want. Attend classes regularly because it is very important, and study outside of class. Get all of your work done before you go out and "party."

I think that finding the right college is very intimidating at first for both parents and students. I would say to visit as many as possible and keep your options open. Just because you do not like the first school you see does not mean you should give up. Also try to narrow down your likes and dislikes. When i went to visit colleges i kept a journal and wrote down the things i liked and disliked about each university. Once you choose a school, it is good to get involved to feel like you belong and are part of something. It is good to make sure you can handle your work load first but after that join clubs or greek life. My second semester i joined a sorority and it was the best decision because not only do i have a family away from home but i also participate in community service. When picking a college you just need to imagine your self living there for the next few years. Ask your self if that is the place that will help you get to your next step in life, in the real world.

Make sure its what you need not what you want

In order to find the right college you must do a lot of reasearch on the internet and tour the school. It is important for both the student and the parents to sit down together and make a list of the most important things they are looking for in the school. Also, try to get in contact with students that go to the school and see how they feel about the school. The students that go to school have first hand experience and will be able to tell you the honesty pros and cons about the school. Also, it is imporant to take your time and look at more than just one school. Compare the schools to each other and make a list and see which school has the specific things you are looking for in a school. So just remember do a lot of reasearch, start early, and take your time!

When you first look at your college search decide first which type of college you would want to go to either away or commute. I would strongly recommend going away. I say this first because when i was young i would always get homesick. I chose a college that was commpletly different from my envirerment and also two and a half hours away. Comming from a large city and going to a school that was basically in the middle of no where was a big transition but i wouldn't ever change that descision. Step up and do something different, maybe you will enjoy it and it will be the best expeirence for you , like it was for me. As for making you college experence GET INVOLVED! Put yourself out there and join clubs it will be the best choice. It will get you to meet people outside your friend circle and you will devolope unique friendships. I never regret joining my sorority and trying out for the rugby team, they were the best decisons of my life. I met my best friends through these clubs. I couldn't do college without these people!

College is rough experience for anyone looking to attend. When looking for the right college it's all about what type of setting you want to be in. I feel like there are two types of areas, the city and the country area. This is strictly a preference but it can narrow down a huge selection of schools that you may be thinking about. The next step is to just go and start visiting schools and starting to see what ones appeal to you more the others. To make the most out of your college experience it really isn't that hard. A lot of kids feel that drinking is the key to meeting new people but I beg to differ. To meet new kids it?s all about social networking. You have to meet new people; they won?t just fall into your hands. Take advantage of all of the events that the university offers. Another good social networking tool is to spend some time in the student recreation center and find some kids that take part in the same activities you do. If you follow these tips college will seem like a lot less of a burden.

Visit. Stay overnight and really look around. Talk to other students. Be sure you want to be far away from home or near so you can get home if you need to. Freshman hink they are ready to be away from home but really think about that. It seems to be an issue. They really need to know themselves. Its not easy.

The answer to these questions are very simple and can be answered in just a few words. The trick with finding the right college for you is to start looking early and stick to looking at colleges that are in the right geographical area that you are looking for. For instince I wanted to find a school that was not to close but also not to far from my house, and that offered a good safe area to be around. I also wanted to school that had a lot of things to do off campus, but not to be in a city like area. You also need to look at a school that offeres a really great program for your major. To make the most of yoru college experience you just have to get out and meet people. Also try not and go home every weekend, and budget your time. And never be afraid to say no.

Actually vist the college and if possible, spend a weekend there to see the atmosphere. Many schools seem harmless until the weekend.

Listen to your children / parents. In both cases, understand that you both know whats best for you. In the end remember that your child is the one that will be living and learning at this establishment. Students, get out and do something, dont sit in your room and do nothing, it will eventually drive you insane. GO TO CLASS, many people i know thought they could just skate by, by only going to class for the tests, they were so wrong. Going to class helps you build a professional relationship with your proffessor, which not only helps during the semester but can also help when looking for jobs once you graduate. All in all my biggest piece of advise would be to find somewhere that is condusive to your learning. Dont go to a schoold for the parties or the people, your education is the biggest priority at this stage of life.

Don't make a decision based on where your friends are going. It's important to visit different campuses to get a better idea of what appeals to you so you will feel comfortable and at home while you attend school there.