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If given the opportunity to go back and give myself advice for college, I would tell myself to save money, be organized, and perfect managing your time. Thus far college has been a great adventure and even though I'm only in my second semester, I think I've got the hang of things. Saving money is something I would tell myself, because at first you don't realize how little of it you really have and how quickly it disappears when you don't have a job. Jobs around college towns are hard to find, especially when you're a full-time student. " Save your money...please" I would demand myself and hopefully I would listen. Also important is organization. Being organized is the best way to prioritize your assignments and eliminate unwanted stress. Being organized also influences the next piece of advice I would give myself, which is TIME MANAGEMENT! I believe whole heartedly that college is a four year, time management project. Once you learn to manage your time more efficiently, life suddenly becomes easier. If I could go back, I would tell myself, "save money, stay organized, manage your time well, and you'll be fine".

I would say apply to many different colleges and try to find help on what to do in college. I would also ask for advise in how to be successful in college. I would make the right decisions and go with what my heart says instead of listening to my peers.

I would have quite a bit of advice. First, I would tell myself to convince my mother to get me a cell phone. There were quite a few classes my first semester that I needed to do group work outside of class and I had no way of contacting those groups. All of the people I asked about college talked about the excessive studying and the crazy professors. I would tell myself that those people are blowing off hot air. The biggest reason I didn't do that well my first semester was because I was stressed. Relaxing from time to time helped me study more effectively. I also made friends that way too. Some of these freinds actually helped me with other classes later. Lastly, because my mother was, and still is, strict and the rest of my family was too busy, I never learned how to drive. I would tell myself to get some much needed scruples and force them to teach me. I beleive I had always been afraid of my family, but now I know how to handle them. Family relationships are important, however, you still need to learn how to stand on your own feet.

I would tell myself that I need to break my attitude and I need to understand that the professor controls my grade. As much as I would hate to say it, I would have had a much easier time becoming accustomed with college life and my classes if I would have not forced my opinions and attitudes on my professors. I would suggest to myself to keep my mouth closed even when what I think a professor is saying is completely farfetched. I am not suggesting that argument is bad, I, in fact, believe that personal opinions should be shared and discussed. I am suggesting that when I write a paper, that I write it in a manner that pleases them and not myself. They have the only say in what score I get for the course. A painful truth.

I would say, " This is your one oppurtunity to be great. Don't waste your time acting as if partying, and slacking off is cool, because in the end all that time wasted doesn't do you any good. You have only a few months left of high school so why not finish strong, and have better preperation for your future. What's a few months compared to the rest of your life?"

The most useful advice I would give myself is to plan. During my first semesters of college I learned that I would need to quickly make a plan and schedule in order to be successful in my first year of college. I am a full time student and I was completely unaware of how different college is from high school. In high school I rarely planned anything or kept a schedule, I just always relied on my teachers and classmates to remind me of when tests were due and when certain assignments are due. Although I maintained good grades during high school, once I entered Georgia Southern I realized quickly that if I did not plan and make schedules then I would fail miserably. I learned quickly to keep a calendar with test dates, assignments due and meetings scheduled recorded. I also began keeping a class schedule of when and where my classes were located. By quickly learning to make a schedule and plan out my time I was able to keep up with the fast pace of Georgia Southern and I successfully completed my first two semesters.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now I would tell myself that studying is more important in college then it ever was in college. Also that I am going to be responsible for my own work and homework so being organized and keeping a schedule of when things are do is vastly important for getting desired grades in classes. Buying books and doing the readings assigned in them can actually make a major differance in wheither I pass a class or fail it. The sooner I buy books the better of I am in the classes. I would also tell myself that partying becomes less important in college when I'm focusing on getting good grades then everyone always makes it sound like while they're in high school. I would also tell myself that partying during the week is not a smart idea when I have early classes the next day and that I should wait to party untill days that I only have late classes, none at all, or just on the weekends.

Some advice I would give myself, is that time management is something that would be a must in college. Being able to use my time wisely would better help me succeed in classes. The professors are there to help, and I would just have to ask them for the help and they would give it to me. Focusing in class and not letting my mind wander.

As a high school senior, I really did not even try to prepare for college. When I was in fifth grade, the teacher always said she was preparing us students for middle school. She said it would be much harder. When I got to middle school, it was the same thing basically. It was not hard at all. When I was in eighth grade, the teachers always said they were preparing us for high school and that it would be no where near as easy as middle school. When I got to high school, it was no different. Finally, as a highschool senior, the graduation coach would always tell me that I needed to prepare better for college. She said it would be so much more difficult than high school. Of course I did not listen to her because of all of my other experiences. However, when I got to college, it was slightly more difficult. So maybe I should have listened. Georgia Southern helped with that problem. All first year students are required to take a First Year Experience class and pass. This class helped me to prepare while starting college. It was definitely extremely helpful with transition.

You do not have to know what you are going to do with the rest of your life right now. Take your time and figure out what YOU want to do, not what everyone else says is best for you. Be prepared to embrace a lot of change in a short amount of time, but I promise it will be fun! Find ways to get involved and meet new people. Do not be afraid to get to know people in your classes, it will benefit you in some way, I promise. Make sure you know how to study. Go study in the library at least once. Do make friends and be involved but be sure to make plenty of time for schoolwork. Get excited, it's going to be wonderful!

As a student who had to procure loans to pay for college, I would have told myself to apply for as many scholarships as I could have before the second half of the semester as I had done. I didn't win any of the scholarships that I had applied for, and thus had to resort to getting loans to pay off the rest of my tuition. Also, I would have told myself to study harder and refresh my memory of everything I beieved I was going to be taking in college. I had to take Biology for the first time in 4 years this semester, and I couldn't remember much of anything I had learned in my high school Biology class. It would have made the transition so much smoother if I had done that.

I would definitely tell myself to apply for more scholarships. I would also tell myself to focus on my classes more than anything else and not to worry so much about trying to fit in with others. I would strongly urge myself to think about my future instead of the present and encourage myself to study through out the week instead of just the night before. I would tell myself that I should set even higher goals and put more effort into achieving goals. I would also tell myself to pray that I stay grounded and to keep God first . I would keep it real and let myself know that I should have fun in college , but not to the point where I am letting my entertainment keep me from doing my best in school.

If I could go back in time and advise myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that college is not as scary as I thought it would be. I would tell myself that making friends isn't hard and that living off campus for your first year is not ideal. As a senior, I thought that getting away from my family would be so great, but being away from people who love and take care of you is hard. Living on your own is not all it's cracked up to be. Ultimately, I would emphasize that college is about self-exploration and development. College is great for the experiences you have and the people you meet. The academics are very important, but it's good to not get too wrapped up in your books and instead, begin your adult life with experiences that will last a lifetime.

Listen to your dad about how you are carrying yourself. Creating future success for yourself and being an influential inventor will be hard if you don?t. Don?t think that just because you did good last year you will this year. If you continue down like this you will dreadfully fail your first semester. You start to loose your sense of reality resorting to making up stories to explain all your failures when it boils down to two simple things. 1, you could not get up on time, and 2, you started to become the king of procrastination. Get yourself a good alarm clock, and something nice to use as an agenda. Write everything down and get your work done as soon as you can. The free time to enjoy the excellent college you are going to will come, but you?re going to have to buckle down and work hard for it. Don?t worry about the past, just remember the good parts, all your drama works itself out. Just try to get your priorities straight, and follow them. Trust me its better to do the work now, then to wait for more later.

If I were able to go back in time talking to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself about the things you have to prepare for when you get to college. I would advise myself to fill out as many scholarships as I can to make sure that I am financially stable. I would also advise myself to pick the major(s) you are most comfortable with to study. Also, I would tell myself to just be prepared for challenges and tasks that you may or may not want to compete. Finally I would just advise myself, to be happy in college. Enjoy making as many new friends as possible and at the same token do your schoolwork and take your responsibilities seriously.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would be my biggest motivator. I would motivate myself to do much more and much better. I would be a constant reminder to myself that every effort that i make counts and that the harder i work now the greater the reward in the future. I would advise myself to be more sacrificial, to be more organized, and to be more serious about school. I would challenge myself on tedious projects and homework assignments especially one's that i liked the least. I would also remind myself that I am a leader not a follower so everything i do would have a purpose behind it and possibly influence the lives of other in a positive way.

I would make sure I had worked more to have saved more money. I would have told myself how homesick I would be. I would also have told myself that even though I thought I was prepared for the academic aspects of college, I will not be. It is very difficult and do not allow myself to fall behind for any reason, whether it is related to course difficulty or sickness.

I actually felt my high school did a great job at preparing me for college life, well, the academic part of it anyways. As for the transition from living with my parents and sister to three strangers, I had no idea what that would be like. But, I am very fortunate that I can adapt to any situation that comes my way. I graduated from Maine, but moved to Georgia with my dad on a whim and persued my college career down here. It was a culture shock because everyone just seemed so nice, but very religious. I am not a relgious person, but I am very open-minded, accepting, and kind to all. I was always excited to go to college, to see some place different, and to experience different things, so if I went back in time and prepared myself for what was to come, I would tell myself to travel more; go to Georgia, because it would open my eyes to a different, but great world, even if it is in the same country; and also to do what I love, remember and share where I came from, and not let anyone pursuade me otherwise.

If I were able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself not to stress so much because I have been well prepared for college. Also, I would tell myself that arranging my schedule is very important and is a key to my success in college. There are so many activities that are going on on campus that you can get too involved in activities and not enough in school work. If I just stay focused on what my goal is, you will be fine.

Don't goto college without a goal in mind. If you are only going because it is what 'naturally follows' high school then rethink what you actually want and what you want out of life and college.

If I could go back and advise myself on the college experience that I have had so far, I would, first, tell myself to prepare to meet many new people and prepare to make lasting relationships with people. I would also tell myself that I am about to be challenged in a way that I was never challenged before. The many different ways one is able to learn are all implemented in college. From hands on research projects to classroom involvement, college is going to challege the student in a way that is unparalleled by any other academic institution, like middle or high school. Finally, I would advise myself on the importance of developing a strong moral foundation before going to college. Many people are going to challenge your beliefs, but if one has a strong foundation, they are much better off and can focus strongly on their education.

Go with your first gut feeling and stick to a major you know in your heart will make you happy. Don't let your family influence your choices. It's better to go to a job you love than have to force yourself to get up in the mornings. In the end only you can make yourself happy. Move out from the nest and start making a life for yourself. Meet new people and do new things. And go on that date with Trey, he turns out to be a great guy and later your husband:)

To study more, and take time for myself.

Looking back to my senior year in highschool, the major advice I would give myself would be to relax. College does put pressure on you but it only helps you grow. It is not as hard as you think it will be as long as you attend class and study, you will succeed. You must come into college with an open mind and open yourself up to change. You must assert yourself in your classes and attend office hours with your professors because it will greatly improve your grades. For the present, stay focused during your senior year! Your grades do still count and even though you may have already gotten excepted into your number one college, you have to keep your grades up to keep your acceptance letter and your scholorships. Lastly, have fun. College is a time for finding yourself so go out and have fun but do so while finding a good balance between studying and friends. You will love college and all it brings you.

I would advise myself that college is about self-sufficiency. You have to be self-sufficient in both the classroom and in your living. I would remind myself that it is important that to be informed about school policies (i.e., HOPE, classes, etc.). While it is important to have mentors, whether faculty members or others, it is necessary that one does not soley depend on those people to ensure one's success. Essentially, it is best to be proactive.

I would have rethought my career choices. I picked engineering as my first career and struggled my first year and my gpa suffered. I struggled from loss of interest not from struggling achidemically. Since I have changed into the college of Business Administration I have excelled and find myself more at home.

Enjoy your senior year becuase life is very different after high school.

Be perpared for anything.

I would have looked at college as more of a place to learn and take advantage of many great resources and opportunities than as just a place to party while getting a degree. There is no limit on what you can learn and achieve while in college as long as you know the means to attain those goals that you may have set for yourself. I would have also visited more colleges before making my selection, as size and the surrounding town are as important as the school itself. College can be much more fulfilling and enriching if you take advantage of what the local area has to offer beyond campus. While here in Athens, I have been able to learn more about different cultures than I had even known existed due to the diverse and liberal offerings of the city as well as from the university itself.

I would definitely give my self the advice of using resources that the university offers you, once you are in college. Also as a high schooler it is important to do well academically in order to be eligible for more scholarships. I would tell myself, a high school senior to put a lot of time and effort in researching and applying scholarships in order to avoid fincancial problems while in college. I would also tell myself to put myself out there as soon as college starts and to utilize professors, create networks, make contacts every moment while in college, because there is so much help offered, you just have to go ask for it. In addition, I would advise myself to make the most of the time in college, academically and socially because college might just be the best time of your life!

Go through the dorms again and enjoy every minute you have in college.

Perseverance, determination & discipline are the pillars through which I have built my beliefs from since I was a child. These are qualities of those students who have the motivation and who dream of what they believe they have already accomplished because they are completely sure they will succeed in life. In life one must imagine you have already attained specific goals you have set for yourself in present day, because once you believe you have achieved it, reaching that point just seems natural. This is something I learned from reading a book by the name "The Secret", a world-wide best seller. After comprehensively reading and really taking in the messages from this book I completely new what I wanted in life and how I was going to achieve those objectives. So far, I have made crucial decisions in my life from the first day of high school up until today. If I had the chance to travel back in time I can be sure that I would follow in the same footsteps I have proudly left behind me for my footsteps have continued to grow with me in time. Inclusively, I stand today assured they will continue to grow.

I would tell myself to always remain focused. College is a lot harder than high school and you have to study weeks before a test and not just the night before. For example, everyday after a class you should go home or to the library and re-read the notes you just took. Never skip a class, it makes the teachers mad and you miss out on the information that WILL be on the next test. I would tell myself to apply early for scholarships and financial aid because it isn't always easy to get. I would also say to enjoy yourself and never be too shy to talk to the person beside you in class, they will probably be sitting there awhile with you and they can help you study. Also, never be to shy to talk to professors. You want them on your side, it makes a world of difference when they know the face to the name on the paper.

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I would tell myself to take easier classes my freshmen year to boast my GPA to earn hope. Definitely organization is key to success here in college so I would implement organization and time to study.

The advice I would give to myself as a high school senior... Don't be too excited about not living with Mama and Daddy anymore. You will miss them more than you can imagine right now, even though they are overbearing and have high expectations. Appreciate everything you have been given, and all of the talents that you have. Many people have to work much harder to acheive the things you do, so be grateful. Tell the people that you love how much you love them, you may never be able to tell them again. There are so many things that I could tell myself, but in all honesty, if I knew these things beforehand, what would advice would I have to give? I would rather not give myself advice, because the experience is what matters.

Coming out of high school, I don't feel that I was prepared for college. High school teachers tended to "baby-sit" us students. They somewhat gave "false-hope". They made students believe that college would not be difficult and that professors would always be there to help. There is much diversity so, students can be mean and close-minded. I now know college is very difficult. You must study and work hard in order to keep up with your peers. Thinking about going to graduate school, you must work even harder. Professors are willing to help sometimes, but for the most part you're on your own. You have to take responsibility for your schoolwork and decide to attend class on your own. You also have to follow the syllabus given the first day of class. Important dates such as tests, assignments, and quizzes are listed and may not be announced. In the classroom it is better to actually learn the material given, not memorizing for a test. You have to communicate with your peers and show them who you are. Going into college you must be responsible, focused, as well as independent.

I would tell myself that I need to study more often and should take classes that are need for the future. Also to learn more about my major before going into and have no idea.

I would have studyed more and gotten myself into better study habits sooner.

Live life to the fullest, don't take anything for granted and enjoy your college life, because these are seriously the best years of your life. You will meet amazing people and have friendships that will last a lifetime. Study and work hard but make sure to have some time for play. Be involved in your school and your community because both will be greatly appreciated and just have fun.

Try not to let anyone hinder your learning ability. Study to become the person that you want to be in the field that you enjoy. This will be your career one day so make sure that you like what you are studying to become. Words are only words and other people may try and stomp on your self esteem but do not let them run your life. They are only trying to make themself feel better about their life.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior I would give the advice not to stress out so much about fitting in at college. I was so worried I wouldn?t make any new friends, or that I wouldn?t have anything in common with the student who go there. As I came to find out once I got into college this was false. I have made many friends at Georgia Southern that I keep in touch with even though we aren?t in the same classes anymore. My freshman year was a great experience for me as far as making friends and meeting new people. I have met many people who desire to also be nurses, so that?s even more we have in common. I definitely over analyzed and worried too much about starting college, it has been a great experience for me.

Assuming that I could visit myself as a high school senior and knowing what I know about college, I think the one piece of advice I would give myself would be time management. The hardest thing for high school seniors entering college is time management and prioritizing. Being a college student is a privilege not a right and so often high school seniors enter college with preconceived ideas of what college is like and then realize college entails being a responsible adult. College can and is supposed to be a fun an eye-opening experience for everyone, but some students so often lose sight of what is important while attending college. College is supposed to help individuals grow and expose them to different views and ways of thinking while guiding them on the path to success. In order to be successful and taken seriously not only in college but in life, you first have to take your work as well as yourself seriously. Staying on the right path in college doesn?t mean not enjoying the experience, it just means being responsible and productive while you do it.

I would tell myself not to take too many hours and to really think about what I want to do in life and that it's ok to drop classes if you're doing badly in them. To make sure I go to class cause it's more important than you think.

Visit different colleges! By just visiting one or not visiting at all, you have no clue to how you will feel at that campus. When I visited Georgia Southern, I knew it was immediately right for me.

My advice is to look closely at price size and population ratio. However, ultimately, let the student decide. If you turn out not to like it, try again and transfer somewhere else. Some people have to try more than one college to decide whats best for them.

Take your time on finding/ choosing a college just right for the student. Personally I had about fifteen schools on in front of me that I wanted to attend. I took a visit with my parents to see if any of the schools were the right fit for me. Look into how big the university/college is, how big classes are, if the school offers my major and see how much it cost. Those were the big four things that looked at when I went on my visits. A student wouldn't want to attend a college that they don't like at all. Once you find that college you want to attend GO and have the best time of your life. Make alot of friends because those are the friends that will be in your life forever.

The best advice I am able to provide to parents and/or students about which college would be best for them, is that they should definitely choose a school they feel comfortable with. If you're not comfortable with the school you choose to go to, how would you expect to get anything done? It would be difficult to achieve scholastic success if you feel socially awkward at the school or if you feel like the professors are not meeting your standards. That is why it is vital to "shop" around for colleges. Go to the colleges and check them out first-hand. You really can't go by the pictures in a brochure of what the college is really about. It's best to see it for yourself before you decide. Also, never discredit a school unless you have a reason. Keep an open mind about all potential schools and don't rule any out for a superficial reason, because for all you know, they may have a superb program in your area of study even though the gym in undergoing maintenance. So, the most important thing to ask yourself when choosing a school is "am I comfortable here?"

For parents I would say let the child choose where they want to go because they will have to be there for the next four years. For the student go where it makes you happy, not because that is where your parents want you to go or that is where your friends are going. Do what makes you happy because you will have to be there for the next four years.

Good research and positive attitude.