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If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would say that time management is important. You have to learn how to manage your time wisely. You have to make sure that you have time to study for at least 30 minutes for each class every day. No matter what you plan on doing in college make time to study. Also keep up with dates that your teacher wrote on the syllabus. It’ll cause less frustration when it’s time for things to be done. Get a calendar to help you keep up with important due dates. In college you also have to take care of yourself. Make sure you buy the things that you’ll need. And you have to keep up with your grades by yourself because the teacher won’t tell you what they are.

If I were talking to my high school self, I would tell myself to never settle and don't let anything distract you from pursuing your career. I made the mistake of being engaged and changing schools after my freshman year of college just to be closer to my fiance . I also decided to change my major from nursing to accounting because the nursing school wasn't accredited at UNCP at the time. I wanted to change back after my junior year but that would mean more time I would have to pay for so I settled. I got married right out of college and then divorced a year later. Now I am engaged again with a 3 month old and want to finish nursing so I can provide for my family. I wish I had done it when life was simpler and I realize my story won't happen to everyone but if I had finished school for me instead of hurrying up the process, I wouldn't feel the financial stress that I feel now.

Going back to high school, especially my senior year, I would tell myself to not take blow off classes! Going from doing nothing my senior year, and transitioning to trying to keep a 4.0 in 5 college classes, is not the easiest thing. Also, its good to get involved in school activities, but don’t let extracurricular activities and friends take over your life. Stay focused on your academics, it will make your freshmen year so much easier. Once your freshmen year starts, it doesn’t matter how popular you were in high school, or who you hung out with; all your friends go off to different colleges and start new lives. Similarly don’t be too eager to go off to college. Live your senior year, enjoy hanging out with all those friends, and enjoy your life as the “top dog” of the school, next year absolutely everything changes.

Dear Highschool me: I know you don't like to study, I know you want to be lazy, watch tv, be online, and sleep; but believev me when I tell you taht if you study your hardest, it will pay off. Good grades do help in this world, I know they don't prove nothing more than your memory skills, but it can also prove how much you understand; because if you understand, you remember. Also, start working out! that dream body of your won't happen if you don't get your *ss off the sofa. Work out, do more stuff; all you want won't come down from heaven. and the lsat thing, hang out more! Stop being all self-centered about your body and personality. Shine! You are the main character in your life. You are the one that should be enjoying life no matter what, not everyone else. Make new memories. Make new friends.

If I could go back to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to take college in a running stride. If I believe that college will be a life changing experience, then it will be. Having a positive attitude and a certain mind-set can change a person's whole outlook on a situation, so if I would have began the college experience with the attitude I have now, then this experience would be a whole lot different (in a good way). I'm so glad my attitude about college has changed because I'm enjoying it so much more. This would be what I would like to tell myself during my high school years.

if i could go back i would tell myself to watch my financial aid. The transition is pretty smooth i still will have classes that are not needed and i only take so the university can make money. collegeis expensive and my financial aid changed fom me owing nothing to me owing $400 and that this may noy be the school for me. i sdhould seriously consider summer classes at a community colleges and make sure the credits will transfer. try and get more scholarships and gants because financial aid doesn't always add up.

Life is full of obstacles that one must face and try to overcome. You are young and there is a whole life ahead of you. Focus in education, community service and volunteering, by doing so, you will grow as an individual with ethics, values, and courage. Life in college will be an unforgetable experience that will show you the right path towards the career in which will be full of enjoyment. When times get tough, do not give up, use that as a motivation push through and succeed.

I would tell myself to take it easy and focus on my studies a little more. College is what you make of it. Its comprised of hard work, dedication and ambition. You have to believe in yourself and buckle down.

I would tell myself to stick out the college, keep going and do not give up. Things will seem hard but all you have to do is better manage your time with school and work, you can do it and you will be happy that you did.

The best advice I think I could give myself at this point would just be to stay calm. Nothing is forever, and sometimes even the most difficult problems solve themselves. I would convince myself that everyone's opinions who I thought mattered really don't, and I don't need anyone's approval other than my own to be proud of myself. If I could go back in time and talk to my high school self, I would try to warn myself about how serious school and my grades are. I'd support myself, and tell myself that no matter what, I can do it, and I know I can do it because I can feel it. Above anything else I would be there for myself, because that's the one thing I think everyone is in need of. I believe everyone needs a support group, and when you're without one it does effect who you are and who you'll become. I would love to be able to tell my high school that I'd always be there for her, even when nobody else is, because without me, I'm nothing. Without others, I can be everything.

I would advise myself to go to school earlier in life. I didn't start college until after I was out of the military and had two children. It is much more difficult completing school when there is already so much responsibility to bear. I also would let myself know that it is important to track how much is borrowed through student loans to pay for college. I am now in a situation where I have overborrowed and will be struggling to pay these loans back.

I would have told myself that I wasn't as alone as I felt, and that it was okay to ask for help. I was so adamant that I could do everything on my own that I didn't ask for any help and I ended up graduating with no scholarships and very little money for school and I ended up having to take time off from school. I would also tell myself that it is more discouraging to have to take time off school while everyone else is going to finish on time instead of asking for a little bit of help.

The advice that I would give myself about the college life is that don’t for get to get involved into the organizations that the school offers. These organizations will help you get to know students and faculty before the school year starts and help you meet new people before school starts. When making the transition from high school to college you have to think about how you want to make good impressions on your professor to show that you care about your education. You should want to keep up with your teachers when the work is getting to a point where it is becoming complicated. Students shouldn’t be afraid to email their professors to get help because they are here to help when you are having trouble with your work. Students shouldn’t wait to the last moment when they are doing their work because the work could take more time than expected to complete and the homework will be counted as late. Students should have their work done early so that they can get help from the teacher or they can get a tutor for the course so that they won’t fall behind in class.

Do not be nervous about starting a new life with brand new people because most people are the same way coming into college. Just always stay true to yourself, your beliefs and your views and the right people will come along. Also don't worry about the meal plan because there is always enough money. Get out there and meet new people and just enjoy your time while you still can.

Be yourself. The most important thing I learned being in college was to always be myself and to not let other's decisions influence my own. I love learning, and I love school. Not all college students share the same love that I have, and my freshman year I was encouraged to care less about school. College is the beginning of the rest of your life, and education can only improve someone. College is important, and so is self-identity. Love who you are, be confident in what you love, and take your schooling seriously. Education is one thing you are able to carry with you for the rest of your days, and you will be proud to say that you did it. Kent State will always have a place in my heart for helping me to grow as a student and a person, and I can honestly say there is no better path than going to college after high school. If you expand your mind, anything is attainable.

There are so many things I would say to myself about the importance of college life because I made so many mistakes. The first thing that I would tell myself is to take your education serious. This is a very important time in your life and the mistakes you make today will affect your tomorrow. I would also tell myself to do the work and go to class. What the book don't give you your teacher will and what happens in class is what will make you successful on exams. College life is about finding yourself and not losing yourself in others. These four years are the most important year of your life because it defines the latter part of your life. If you fail now it will be hard to fix later. College can be the best years of your life but you must have priorities. You have to put your education first, find a balance, and give it your all. Take adavantage of the help that is offered to you and the rest will be history when walking across the stage. You have what it takes to be successful the questions is do you really want it?

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to work harder in high school and make the best of it because once its gone it is gone. I would tell myself that studying hard for test/exams are well worth it in the end. I would give anything to go back to high school and do it all over again. I would make sure to make more of an effort to work as hard as i do in college because in the end getting good grades really feels great. I would tell myself that being a kid is the best feeling in the world and to never take it for granted because once its gone its gone forever. I would have told myself that i should have made more of an effort to convience my parents to let me do cosmotogy because it would have been a great job during college. I would have told myself to not fight with my parents as much because they are only looking out for what is best for me. Last, I would have told myself to have fun and live life to the fullest!

I would have told myself to do post-secondary so that I could have got a headstart on college and meeting people and so it would have been paid for by the government. College is great and I love everything about it accept the money aspect. Find a good job to get through and apply for many scholorships because money gets seriously tight.

Stay goal oriented. Participate more in college life. Make friends. Remember that it's temporary. Get great grades and apply for more scholarships. Keep your head up and stay strong. Perserverence is key.

Hi Meaghan! It is yourself, from the future and I have some advice for you. My advice for you is: I need you to stop worrying about how you look, stop caring about what other people think about you. I have a question, do you think in two years, it is going to matter what sweater you wore today, or how your hair looks? It may matter to you now, but I promise it will not matter to you in the future. You need to worry about doing your presentations and studying for your ACT. The better grades you get in highschool, the less debt you will be in after college. Study, study, study! Well, Meaghan, that is all I have to say to you! However, remember, stop caring what other people think about you, worry about your presentation, and STUDY.

As a high school student, I thought I was fairly smart. I possessed good grades and a high GPA. Yet, looking back I do not feel I deserve to be labeled as smart. I am constantly asking myself, "what did I do wrong?" Now I feel like I know what I should have done differently. First off, I did not take college seriously. I did not understand how important planning for college really was. Secondly, I failed to take advantage of scholarships. I only applied for one scholarship, and at the time I thought I was going to be okay. I thought financial aid would help me. This is were my third mistake happened. I did not pay attention to deadlines as closely as I should have. Applying late to FAFSA caused me some limitations. I now do not have enough loans to help pay for my first year of college. If I could go back to myself as a senior in high school I would have done things way differently. I would have taken college more seriously by applying for as many scholarships as possible, as well as getting things done earlier before the deadlines were up.

I would tell myself "just smile more, worry less, and stop carrying about what others think of you."

If I could go back into time as a high school senior, I would make sure to take my education seriously. Rather than fool around in life, I should have started to pursue my intellectual endeavors beginning at least in the senior year of high school. This would have smoothened out my transition into college life. Instead, I had to deal with the consequences of not properly planning, and having to rush right into my major studies in order to transfer to a four year school. This lead me to take classes I did not necessarily find interesting, and left me wasting a lot of time. In community college, most students who are attempting to transfer need to be able to have their major studies decided at the time of enrollment. This is to make sure that the transfer process is completed in two years. For me, it was a rocky path in finding my interests, but I have found it after studying economics and finance in the library. In conclusion, if I could go back to my senior year of high school, I would have at the very least started looking at potential interests and careers.

Dear Michael, Relax, it is not as drastic a change as you might assume. It is an easy transition to make, so lighten up on the stress you may be encountering. In fact, you will discover a whole new way of thinking, a more relaxed one at that. Simple is an understatement; various resources are there, it's a matter of taking it into your own two hands. Take it one day at a time and make each day count, do not be afraid of what's yet to come. Nothing is ever as bad as it may seem. You will delve into culture as well, there will be many students with various ethnic backgrounds. Academically, you will connect the dots, everything will fall into place. Never feel alone, there are plenty of resources. For example: tutors, advisors, and even colleagues you will meet. Nothing is ever bad as it may seem, mistakes are meant to be made. Best part is, when you make a mistake, you'll learn from it. For the most part, people learn from these, not from things executed correctly; moreover, you establish a resocialization. So now michael you are ready to make a name. Thanks!

I would tell my high school senior self to try to sign up for more scholarships. I would also say to study more often.

I would tell myself to be prepared to use a lot of technology and to get used to checking your email multiple times a day. Another piece of adive I would give myself is to really try to begin to form good study habits and to ask questions. I would also tell myself that the major I believed I wanted to do at first is not for me. I would inform myself that the medical field is not for me and to start looking up information on ATC (Air Traffic Controlling). Those would be my words of advice to myself so I could better myself and prepare for college and know what to expect.

Wow! I would have told myself that you would not believe how frustrating and difficult this past year has truly been. I would say that you should be more realistic about your expectations and not be so idealistic, because yes, college is going to be a wonderful and even more challenging experience for you to tackle, but it is also no so different than high school and your current everyday life in terms of the types of people you will encounter and the type of person you should be. College is like when you were a child and were first learning to crawl and then walk. First, you had to crawl and you had to prepare to walk, much like you prepared for college in not only high school but middle and elementary as well. You will begin to take your first steps; you will begin to walk all by yourself and it will be a monumental step, not without its difficulties. You will survive your senior year, you just have to remember to breathe and do what you always have done.

Welcome to some of the most difficult, yet amazing and opportunistic years of your life. There are no set directions or someone telling you where to go or how to live your life. You have to make decisions and take chances. Don't settle for less because you think you don't deserve it or because you think you're not good enough. You're going to make mistakes. Big ones. Things are going to happen that will change your life forever. You could lose your best friend to a car accident. You could get pregnant at 22. You could graduate and not be able to find a job with your degree. Your parents could lose everything they have including the house you grew up in. Life is never going to be perfect the way you always planned, but you have to make the most of it. Enjoy the little moments, but plan for the future. The best advice I can give to you is to be the best you can be. Don't just aim for the degree, aim for the best in the class. Don't just fit in. Stand out. Find your passion and follow it.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice as a high school senior it would consist mainly of three things. The first and foremost would be to simply not worry so much about my ability to make new friends and to realize that the very atmosphere of university life is amongst the most conducive to developing new relationships in the world. The second would be about money, and not money as in scholarships and loans and the like, but to advise myself on making sure that I always had some small amount of money saved away form my summer job in an order to pay for miscellaneous fees and schools supplies that one tends to come across over the course of the year, and that they fail to warn you of. Lastly I would tell myself to focus more on independence, there were so many times through my freshman year at college that I felt as though I was focusing way too much on what others were doing, and relying on others to solve my problems, when what I should have been doing is focusing on what I feel is right, and the right thing to do.

Sergio, where do you see yourself 10-15 years from now? High school decides where and even when your college will begin. It should never be taken for granted nor as a time to socialize. Senior year is about to begin tomorrow morning. You have your materials ready and your mind is set on the very first day. Next morning you walk into your school and see your friends waiting for you to approach them; next to them is the desk where you pick up your class schedule, which is the better choice? A couple of weeks pass and your English teacher assigns an essay for Monday morning. You go home and are about to begin your essay when suddenly, your phone rings; it is your friend Jason. Should I answer the phone or begin my essay? Sergio, assignments and college is not about doing your responsibilities when you choose, it is about choices. Only you can decide when and if you should fulfill your responsibilities. In the end, it will be you going through the trouble, not your friends. Do not procrastinate, make positive, benifitting decisions. Do these basics steps and time will carry you on through the rest.

If I could go back in time and talk to my senior high school self my college life would be a lot different. First thing I would tell myself is to prepare your mind and body for daily all night study sessions and classes that start as early as 6am. Also, how to properly balance leisure and study times so you don’t fall behind in your work. While in high school taking advantage of every scholarship opportunity and other programs geared toward college. Lastly, to continue learning not only while in school but over winter, spring, and summer breaks to stay ahead of the class. The best advice I would give to myself would be biggest mistake most first year college students make is they do the exact same thing they did in high school, which is to go to every party and feel they have all the time in the world to make up their work. Even though they might be able to the work, you won’t be able to retain any of the knowledge and will further delay yourself from getting that degree.

If I had the ability to go back in time and tell the younger me about college, I would have made sure to tell him to try his best. It sounds simple but my mindset in high school was doing as little as possible to get by. If I could have done things differently I would have made sure I studied for every test, took extraordinary notes, and listened to every word the teacher said. When you try your hardest you can enroll in programs such as post secondary to further your education for the better. The harder you work in high school the easier college will be. My biggest regret was not participating in post secondary; I had heard about it but never had the mind set to peruse it. In reality post secondary is college and you can advance yourself multiple years in preparation for college. The best thing about post secondary is that it is “FREE” and free college is something unheard of. Post secondary is one of my biggest regrets and if I could do it all over again I would snap my fingers and begin college as sophomore in high school attending post secondary.

The advice that I would give myself as a high school senior would be this, never give up on yourself. I know it might seem cliche but it's not. College is a transition from young adult to grown up, it helps mold our character and strengthens our ability to work through tough times efficiently. We become inteligent and enlightened about the world around us. At first, it is difficult to get used to being your own self motivator but it's something that is needed to graduate. There will be rough times in school where you feel like you can't go on, but that is when you have to sit down and think about your future and where you wanna be in 10 years. A college degree isn't jus a piece of paper with my degree on it. A college degree says that I am not a quitter, I don't give up, and I will keep persevering in life through many other challenging obsticals. Never give up on educating yourself, it only makes you better. Remember, knowledge is power and don't sell yourself short doing whats "easy".

Be open to meeting new people, and don’t judge people for wanting to drink, even if you don’t want to lighten up just a little bit and be willing to venture out of your dorm room sometime. Don’t be afraid to look into joining a Fraternity, they aren’t all like that one you looked at during orientation weekend of your freshman year, spend some time and shop around, because if you do you’ll meet a great group of guys who will do anything for you, and trust me, you’re going to need them come Junior year. Your life is going to fall apart junior year when Dad dies, but because you’ll’ve lightened up by then, and developed a large and diverse group of friends you’ll be okay. The people you meet will help you through it, and about that first room mate? Make friends with the kid across the hall. He hates his room mate too, become his room mate, it’ll be good for both of you.On a nonsocially related note just keep an open mind, work hard, stay positive, and above-all smile, cause it’s worth it.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself not to be afraid to take risks. I feel that in high school there is immense pressure to go to college immediately after graduating. My personal experience had me applying to colleges that were out of my league in which I was denied from each one. Feeling pressured to complete a 4 year degree I applied to the local university not knowing what I wanted to do with my life. I found myself unhappy and uninterested and after 2 years my GPA dropped significantly. I wound up being dismissed from the university. However determined not to give up I worked hard to bring my GPA up from a 1.66 to a 2.5. Because I worked so hard I was able to study in NYC in which my classes were taught by professionals in the fashion industry. Had I taken some time to explore my options I could have avoided failing out of school and a debt of $40,000. Though through my experience I have learned not to fear failure, from failure comes success!

Dear self, When deciding on your school, make sure you look into more than just one. It works out, but safer is better than sorry! Scholarships, scholarships, scholarships. Seriously, you're going to need the extra money. Now that that's out of the way, do you best. You're so much better than being un-motivated and lazy and I know you can do so much better and pass every class. Studying is definitely more important than it was in high school, but it will pay off. You'll still have time to see your friends, trust me. Push yourself to do the best you can, let yourself lean on others, and remember that it always gets worse before it gets better. Oh, and Mom is always right. Good luck!

It's easy to believe that you will age "Later" when in High School.It comes upon you quick.Leaving college ,banking,in 1984 due to several family tragedies,I vowed one day to return.I saw a lot of substance abuse,including myself for awhile.It turned my life upside down.I was self-medicating my grief.I am now in college to become a Substance Abuse Counselor,to steer other peoples lives down a good path with psychological tools and healing.I am also feeling great as a role model for my children.Two of the oldest are already in college,one to be a nurse.I am holding GPA's of 3.33 and 3.26.It is a great thing for them to see that you can hit a rough road,come through it,and turn around to help others who may not be so lucky and blessed.I attend Church of Christ in Sparks,Nv. I owe my life and my recovery to the Lord,without whose help I would have never changed my life.It is a struggle everyday and something I would love to help those in the midst of substance abuse afflictions.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I would advice myself to study more, and try and better myself as a person all around. I am very positive person and I love helping people. I would also advice myself to become more active in my surrounding community. Sometimes a friendly conversation with a stranger can make their day and yours.

I would tell myself very straight forward and desperately to study my butt off and get the best grades I can. I would tell myself to switch my classes to the ones that would better prepare me for college courses and that would benefit my major. Then I would probably go on forever in telling myself to save all the money that I can. Spend only if I really need to. That way money will not be a problem and my focus will be more on studying, rather than worrying about how I will pay for college.

Dear Younger Ali, When you get to college in New Orleans, things will be great. Your enthusiasm and charm will draw people to you, and you will go to amazing concerts. You will have limitless energy, and will stay out until six in the morning some nights. You will meet a cool boyfriend, and many other interesting people. Your philosophy professors will praise you for being one of their best students, and you will be proud. Don't become overconfident and lazy. Boyfriends don't last forever, and neither do party friends. Your brains will only take you so far in life if you don't work hard. And don't forget your wonderful family. Your mother is going to miss you so much, so pick up the phone when she calls. Continue with your old hobbies, because they give your life meaning. You were born with many gifts, and it would be a shame to never fulfill your capabilities. Don't get upset when you realize you've been foolish. Change your behavior, and things will work out. I know they will. With Love, Older Ali

If I were able to go back and talk to my self as a high school senior, the first thing I would say is: Don't stress. When coming into college, the biggest mistake I made was probably stress a lot about what I could do, how I would finish, and how I would be able to afford school. This was a mistake because it made me so focused on everything but effectively finishing some of my prerequisite coursework to my standards. I would tell my high school self not to worry, and that everything would work out in the long run. I would also encourage my high school self to explore a bit more when it comes to recieving any type of assistance, whether that is study-based or financial aid, and let go of the pride that I could "do-it-all-by-yourself" without any outside assistance.

Outside of high school, the number one rule is never give up on your dreams. All throughout high school you have maintained a strong passion for athletic training, but tuition has always been in the way. The move to Arizona right after high school is a great way to begin the transition into the college life; however, it is simply settling for something convenient and running away from your past instead of running towards your dreams. Of course, family is important and coming home to help Mom after the first year is the right thing to do, but I urge you to never lose sight of your goal. The economy is tough and certain relationships and events will be even tougher, but as long as you never settle for less than you know you have earned and deserve, you will find happiness and fulfillment of your dreams. Always look ahead without forgetting what has made you strong and don't forget to be thankful for those who help you along the way. Cherish those butterflies in your stomach as you walk into your first college class and remember that someday, you are going to be an athletic trainer.

You are a senior, this upcoming Fall is going to be the start of your freshman year at Kent State. I know you're nervous, and shy, but you'll come to discover a whole new light on learning here. You're finally studying what it is you've always loved-DNA, cells, diseases, and more than you would have ever imagined. This college is FULL of friendly, very nice people. Every teacher you will take is more than happy to answer any questions you may have, or see you during their office hours if you need extra help. Your science classes are made up of hands on labs and projects that always involve groups working together; which is very helpful in making new friends, especailly with people that love to learn the same things that you do. Also, you will often times have extra time between classes that give you more study time. You may run into some difficult classes and knowing you, particularly math, but I garantee you that you're going to make it through and your're going to do well. Always make sure to try your best and to study hard. You will go far.

I would tell myself to take classes that focus on the nursing proffession. I would not waste time taking other classes that won't be useful in the nursing field. Part of growing up is learning from mistakes. I know in the bottom of my heart that Nursing is for me! Another thing that I would tell my self is to work two or three jobs and save up money for college so that I could afford to pay my college bills later on in life, because working one job while being a student simply isn't enough to pay for todays high education costs. I would also tell myself to hang in there and not be so stressed from a life with no father and a sick single mother in a new country with no one to turn to for help. I moved here from the Ukraine at the age of 20, it was very difficult to adapt in a new country. I studied hard to learn English fluently and worked hard to find a job(s) to support me and my mother .. no matter what life throws at you, You Must Overcome and Be Strong!..Never Give Up!

Freshman year equals the best, yet very awkward. All that is on your mind is how to be cool and to be friends with the seniors. Boys are everywhere! (or hot young ladies if you are a man). You dress the best this year and feel so cool. You come back home and tell your family after 2 months that you have been dramatically changed. College has already matured you. Sophmore year is forgotton. Junior year is weird. You just want to leave already so you come up with ways to make sure you can somehow graduate early or escape the roomates you live with by maybe studying abroad? Senior year. The chill year. You don't try to impress. You are not attracted to anyone. Classes are a breeze! Not like before. It is a smooth sailing place where you are preparing to leave yet kind of are in love with college and wish it did not end. You are on top of the world. Nobody intimidates you. You see yourself with new people and becoming new.

I would tell myself to start those pesky college applications early and get them out of the way. I would say to have my art teachers evaluate my portfolio before sending it out. To not slack off so much in all of my classes and to go to afterschool help in precalculus to aquire the the extra help. And finally to just take a deep breath because you might struggle and feel hopeless at times, but in a few short months you will finally be finished with grade school and you can finally move on and enjoy so much in college. You've grown so much and you should be so happy you made it this far. You should be so proud; some people don't even get to go off to college and you are going to the 2nd best fashion design school in the country. Look how far you've come, you are amazing.

The best advice one could give to their high school self would be to keep their head up, think straight, force themselves to work hard, and apply for scholarships. It is very daunting to try to arrange financial aid and prioritize education with not being able to enjoy four great years of growth, education, experience, and excitment because during their senior year they did not focus on amazing grades, planning for the future, or figuring out their financial situation. Applying to any and all scholarships should be a priority for juniors and seniors because not everyone has the funds to comfortably pay for their education, to not take loans, and to not have to stress about making ends meet. No student should have to work two jobs just to be able to have the opportunity to go to school and better themselves. While it happens, and it develops character and experience to pass to their children, incoming students should make the commitment and sacrifice during high school to apply to scholarships to secure their education. In retrospect, I wish I did this as well, because I spend more time worrying about paying for school than worrying about passing.

I would tell myself to go to school. That not going to school and going straight into working is hard and it's hard to make it and have anything on $8.00 per hour. You can not survive on that even one person. Do something that you love and enjoy and go to school so I could have a better life.

I would tell myself that making friends and having a social life are definitely important to keep happy because you keep some of your friends, but it is also important to make new friends in college to help you get by and to study with. It is so essential to balance out your social life and your academic life. While you should definitely study hard and keep your grades up, also make sure you keep hanging out with your friends from high school and making new friends at college because they will keep you from getting overwhelmed by schoolwork and the new college experience.

Looking back at what i know now and what i didnt know then. As a high school senior i would of took the time to fill out scholarships and grants. I was always told that you need to do this ,but i being the normal teenager never did. This would be the first thing that i would do. Then i would also get the volunteer hours that your supose to do and get them done. This is one of the biggest things that i regret not doing. So please as your parents say fill those out, take the time to do them, they will help you, because before long they are going to be right.