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If I could go back, I would love to tell myself to work harder my freshman year. I would tell myself not to be fooled by the parties and new friends. It is all great fun, but can through you off track if youre not carful. I would also tell myself to "GO TO CLASS". I am much more focused on school now and rarely ever miss class, but my first semester here was a difficult transition at first to so much freedom. I would also like to tell tell my former self to take care of myself; eating healthy and going to the gym are very important for taking care of yourself. Finally, I would have told myself to start applying for scholorships much sooner, the weight of your debt starts to hit you sooner than expected.

Start brushing up on some basic skills early, like resume building, personal finance skills, and organizational skills. College can be fun, but you also have to put in work to make sure that those fun times aren't only in college. People always say that college years are the best years of your life. And I agree with that, but that doesn't mean you can't be proactive so that your college years aren't the ONLY best years of your life. While it is important to have fun in collge you can't let the college life take over your entire life. Make sure you have a way of keeping your priorities straight. You will have a lot of responsibilities in college and you have to make sure you know what is most important and what can wait. If you remember anything remember this: You have your entire life ahead of you, make sure you prepare for all of that.

First and foremost, I would advise myself to pick a different roommate. I went into college with the idea that rooming with someone who I was friends with, yet made decisions that I did not like nor support, was a good idea. Like I should have realized, it was a disaster. I felt as though I had no personal space, and the person was extremely different than he was in high school. I was kept up late and night because he would come in drunk after going to a party, and I was trying to sleep after exhausting myself with my homework. Secondly, I would have told myself to change my major. I originally started as a chemistry major and changed midway through to journalism. It is my dream to be a journalist for ESPN, but I did not see it as attainable at the time. Now, however, after learning all that I have, I know that that dream is a possible reality, and I should have taken that route in the first place.

If I could go talk to myself as a senior in high school I would tell myself that change is a good thing. Change allows our lives to be more fun and different and going off to college allows us to become who we really want to be as an adult. You will make mistakes in college and not always do the right thing but learning from those mistakes is what makes you that all around great person. I would also tell myself to get involved and meet new people, college is a great place for a fresh start or a new beginning as many might say. Try something different, you may not be interested in Greek Life but maybe go to a meeting and see if you could see yourself a part of who they are. All in all, be yourself, study hard, and have fun along the ride.

After going through my first year and a half at Kent State University, I regret to say I secluded myself from all the activities that allowed me to socialize. Even though there were plenty of activities available to me. Being a strong introvert, I'm relatively shy when it comes to meeting people, so with this in mind, if i could tell me high school self any advice. I would tell myself over and over again to break out of my shell and meet new people. There's plenty of opportunities to meet new people, and not only will branching out from your original friends give you more of a social network, but it will also give you more relations that could help you out later in life when looking for a job to start your career.

The advice I would give myself if I could go back in time would be to read the textbook before each lecture and to use it again while studying for my exams. Many people had given me this advice before I started school and unfortunatly I did not take their advice. About half way through my freshman year I started to read the text book and I realized how much better I could have done if I would have started earlier. I would also tell myself to meet a lot of friends in each of my classes because they are very useful when studying for exams and also a great way to get notes when I miss class.

Looking back at my high school self I would prepare myself for the amount of course work that is going to be expected of me. Seeing that teachers want their assignments done at a certain time and no later than that, scheduling is important in order to accomplish tasks. I would tell myself to have a planner where I can write down all assignments and when they are due. Organization is a huge part of being able to manage my time in college. If that means writing down a daily schedule of when my classes are, when to eat, work out and study, then I think that would help control my days and assignment completion in a good amount of time. I love college so far and wish that I could have prepared myself for better organization skills when it comes to the amount of coursework that is assigned to me.

I would tell myself to stop being afraid of who I am and freely express myself. Cut ties with toxic people and don't fear the opinions of those who condescend. Instead of focusing on the present, and being stuck in it, focus on what's coming in the future. And don't try to carry your high school identity in to college, and get involved early on.

Coming out of high school I had no study skills and thought sports were the most important thing in my life. I would tell my self as a college student to get a job and study much harder than before. Put your social life in the backseat and make schoolwork one of your top priority. Entering college there are so many options to do other tan study and you must make the right decision to further your education. Go to office hours and tutoring at the library and make sure you know that you will not be given a grade like what happened in high school. College professors are brutally honest but are only that way because they want to help you.

If I could go back in time as my high school senior self I would tell myself to complete more post-secondary classes so that it would be easier to focus on my fashion classes and be eligible to graduate earlier. If you get all of your core classes out the way you would not have to worry about your grades suffering in those classes because of the demanding workload of your fashion classes. I would also tell myself to not be roommates with my best friend so that our relationship would not have ended in a weird way and to choose random roommates so I could experience different friendships and cultural experiences. I would also tell myself to try and attend church every or every other Sunday so that I could have one day to clear my mind and relieve stress so I would have not been so depressed my first year of college. I would also tell myself that eating is essential and not to skip on meals and take care of my body better especially because I was already sick. If I could go back I would give myself this type of advice.

Live your college life with no regrets. You don't want to look back on things 10 years from now and wish you did something different.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to stay focused. I graduated in 1988 and the cost of college was a fraction of todays prices. I have 2 children that I have helped or I am currently helping pay for college. My first child graduated from a private 4-year liberal arts college and my second child is attending a 2-year community college, while I am attending a public 4-year college. I would tell myself to "stay on task" and "stay focused" . I would explain that "you don't want to try to finish school when the youngest child is starting school". I would explain to myself the concept of the "empty nest" and how you and your husband can travel without children in the spring and fall when the kids move out but not if you're going to school yourself. I would tell myself "you will always be able to meet friends for a drink so study today, get your work done and celebrate whatever later!" Things happen for a reason but I wish that I had finished school 25 years ago instead of being older than some of my teachers.

Knowing what I know now about college life and the transition, I would have told myself to be outgoing on move-in day and welcome weekend. Once welcome weekend ended, it seemed like everyone had already formed friend groups and I was left alone. I would have told myself, as a high school senior, to go to every event possible, even the sorority-related ones. College is more fun with friends, but you need to seize the opportunity to make friends in order to get friends. I also would advise my high school senior self to not worry so much about the transition from high school to college, that the professors understand the change that freshman are going through and they try to help as much as possible. College isn't as scary as it seems and I wish that someone told me that when I was a senior in high school.

The advice I would give myself is to develop efficent study habits, and to develop time management skills. Those are the best two pieces of advice I could give my high school self because in high school I was a procrasinator. I did everything at the last minute and I knew I would pass a test so I didn't feel like I had to study. This attitude backfired once I got to college because no matter how much information you know you should still study. No matter how good you work under pressure you should still give yourself time to work on assignments. This advice would've been great because I could've had way more opportunties if I was more prepared. I would've figured out what study skills fit me bestas well as manage my time so I had time to do what needed to be done. And with both of those skills I would've been more prepared for college. So those are the pieces of advice I would've given myself.

If I was able to go back into the future and talk to the senior self I would give my younger self a notebook and pen and tell her to sit down and start writing, there were so many mistakes and failures I accomplished the list could go on for hours. However out of all the information I would give I would tell myself to stay focus! It is okay to party and enjoy social activities with friends but please stay focus on your school work. It may sometimes seem like you’re going to die from all the stress, but don't give up you will succeed just stay focused and don’t give up. It is very easy to get distracted your first year away from family and friends, especially if you are staying by yourself. However you will succeed create a plan, practice discipline and don’t be afraid to ask for help. There are so many opportunities and programs to help you if you are struggling don’t be afraid to reach out for help. Finally don’t be afraid of your professors introduce yourself, speak to them, they won’t bite.

College is a whole different world from High school. It is one of the most amazing expriences I have had so far, and I am only a freshman. If I could go back and speak to my high school senior self, I would tell her that other individual's opinions do not matter. As a senior I felt like I did not fit in with any high school crowds. All I would worry about is my classmates' opinions. I have now realized in college that loving myself is all that matters. I would also tell myself to never let any person or unpleasant experiences get in the way of my happiness. Only I can control my destiny. I would like myself to know that she will become a strong woman who is intelligent and happy being just the way she is. I would also want myself to know that she will meet amazing new friends who will help her become the person she strives to be. Along with those friends, her family will help her every step of the way. Life may get hard, but the good times always outweigh the bad.

I know you're scared. The prospect of college is a scary thing; leaving your family and becoming responsible for yourself are huge steps to adulthood. But I also know that you're excited beyond measure, as you should be. College is everything you are hoping for and more. In just a few months you won't feel like fresh meat, you'll have amazing friends that can help you through your problems, and you will be happier than you ever have been before. It's okay to be scared. It's only natural to be when confronted with the great unknown, after all. However, that's the wonderful thing about the unknown; it has the potential for so, so much good. Life won't be perfect, but when has it ever been? You are about to make great memories, share laughs and tears, and find out so much about yourself. Don't be afraid to take advantage of every opportunity placed in your path because, believe me, it's worth it. You'll be fine. No, you'll be better than fine; you will be amazing.

There is a lot of things I would tell my high school self. I would tell myself that college is what you have spent your whole life trying to get to. I would tell myself that once you get to college, you can never go back to high school, so enjoy your time now, you are in for a treat after high school. Once you get to college, high school is just a memory and all of your friends and teachers are no longer going to be a part of your everyday life. Some advice I would give myself is to not stress too much about going to college, it is wonderful and you will learn to love it. I think some of the best advice I was given before going to college was to buy rainboots and take lots of naps! Rainboots get you through the ugliest of days, and naps get you through all those sleepless nights spent studying. One last thing I would tell myself is, college is a place to find yourself, you learn more about yourself in the first semester of college than you did all throughout high school. Lastly, enjoy college!

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition from high school and college would be to straigten out my priorities. Two years after graduation (2012) marked the time where I began to get healthy by following a strict meal plan and weightlifting every day. I would tell myself to start now because being healthy and fit brings greater opportunities down the road. Another piece of advice would be to get a second job while in High school because the amount of tuition and expenses that come with college start to add up fast. This piece of advice has great meaning to it because I absolutely refuse to take out a student loan to pay for my tuition. I have been saving my money ever since I've been working to be able to afford college tuition on my own. Another piece of advice I would tell my senior self would be to start filling out scholarship applications. I learned in college that many scholarships are not applied for because of laziness or people not looking for the opportunity. Knowing all of this would help towards my future goals.

If I could go back in time and tell my high school self one thing, it would be, "Just do it!!!" There were countless times when I wanted to ask a professor about something extra, visit a club for the first time, go to a date party, or try a new activity offered in Kent, and I decided not to because I was out of my comfort zone. I wish I could urge myself to "just do it" because that uncomfortable feeling marks an opportunity for growth and adventure! Whether it was a social event I backed out on or failing to attend the club for my major, if I had someone confident tell me to go for it, I would have gone. In college it is crucial to push yourself beyond your limits and comfort zone. Challenges and struggling show that you are on the verge of learning or discovering something new. When I was faced with the decision of whether or not to do something and I did it, I was never disappointed. Just do it!

If I could tell my younger self one piece of advice, it would be to find passion in learning. In highschool, I was constanly stressing over my GPA. I did homework only to recieve the points for it and studied just to get As. I avoided the notoriously challeging AP classes because I feared getting bad grades, even through I know that I would learn more in those harder courses. Throughout my college life, I have learned that the quality of knowledge that I gain is more important than getting straight As. In high school, I believed that my grades my biggest priority. Maintaining my GPA was my motivation for school, not the desire to learn. Through my experience at Kent State University, I have discovered how much I love to learn. Gaining knowledge through my college coureswork has instilled in me an passion and zest for life. Today, I would rather take a B in a course that I learned valubale information in over an easy A anyday.

College is going to be a huge change. It is going to be scary at first, and it is going to be really tough. You are going to have to actually study and try now. This information is supposed to stick with you forever not just for one test. You are going to lose friends and meet a ton that will stay by yourside for the rest of your life. You are going to want to quit and cry, but it is okay. You will make it through. You are strong enough. Just remember that no matter how badly it sucks at first. It will be worth it in the end. Enjoy the ride. It will fly by.

As a high school senior, I was very headstrong. I knew I wanted to go to Kent State University, and major in Fashion Design. I thought I had everything "figured out". I had the right financial aid, and at Kent I seemed to find that unique balance between a big university and a competitive art school. Looking back, I would have told to myself to relax! I would tell myself to enjoy my friends and what was left of high school, because there is nothing like it in college. I would advise myself to be open instead of being sad about leaving friends and family. Now that I am in college, I can see myself blossoming. Joining Delta Zeta sorority was never planned, but it has led to a support system unlike any other. If I were in high school, I would tell myself to stop "figuring things out", and instead, letting things unfold. Every time I have let my guard down in college, it has led to wonderful things. There is very little control in this world, and it is far more enjoyable to let fate reveal itself to you than to try and stay ahead of it.

I would telll the highschool senior me to be better prepared for life changing situations, such as, relationships, dealing with finances, finding time to study on your own and learn more about majors and requirements before just choosing the first thing that I see.

The advice I would give my high school self would be that there is more freedom in college. The greatest challenge in college is being thrown into a structureless environment. In high school your days begin and end at the same time every day. Your parents remind you to do your homework and they check up on your grades. You have day to day accountability and you have friends who have all the same classes that you do. In college you are not held as immediately accountable. You often don't have classes at regular times every day. It is up to you to create your own schedule and have the discipline to use your time well. It is so easy to fall into a lazy life style. Make a schedule and stick to it. If you don't do your work, create a punishment. If you do your work, create a reward. Create a plan for each class and keep track of your grades to see if you are meeting your goal. Communicate with your teachers. Be organized and be proactive. If you wait until the end of the term, it will be too late.

I would tell mysef that everything that I am stressing about will be okay in the end. I would tell myself that I am going to love it and everything will get so much easier. Just don't stress out and everything will go smoothly and how you planned.

I would grab myself and tell myself to get my priorities together. I never saw the big picture in high school. To be able to get a hold of the high school senior version of myself and say "none of things that you put effort towards matter. Everything that you don't care about is extremely important. " , would change everything. I would urge myself to completely flip my list of priorities, because I had it backwards. Now I understand the importance of creating good study habits and studying so that you have basic knowledge on the things that you will be required to go into depth on in college. I would also tell my senior in high school year sef to take a math class. Not taking a math class really came back to haunt me this year. Without a math class, it is highly likely that you will lose most of the skills. For example, algebra is very abstract. By not taking a math class, you are probably never thinking about anything algebraic. Consequently you will lose all the information eventually. Overall, if I could, I would tell high school me to take math and get my priorities straight.

I would work as hard as you can in high school so you can go to the best collge possible. Also i would try to get college level courses done so i could graudate eariler.

I would probably advise myself to work as hard as I possibly could and write all the material I could. Things are only going to get harder, the more you do now the less you're going to have to do later and the easier it'll be. I would also tell myself that I should keep moving forward, regardless of the bad things that happen. Those things will only slow you down and one day you won't have the momentum to keep going. Not everyone is going to offer you a leg up, nothings going to be handed to you; especially not success. So keep moving forward, even if it feels like you're going against the wind.

If only I could go back in time to tell my unsure self what life would be like after high school, it would go a little something like this... Hey kid, you're not going to be a kid for much longer! You may think this is one of the "best" times of your life right now but trust me, college is! Your life is going to turn around in the year of 2014 and you have no idea what is in store for you yet. You're shy but it will get better! You're going to Kent State University to live your dreams in the fashion world!! It will be a little scary to transition from what you know now to the college life. But it is unbelievable and you will have the experience of a life time! Don't be afriad to join clubs, and make sure you get a room with at least one room mate...you won't regret it! Sure you may be a little scared, unsure and inconfident now but when you start your life at college you'll turn into something much more, an ambitious, proud, confident women with a great education.

I would tell myself not to use the same study skills, or lack thereof, that I had in high school in college. College studying takes time, hard work and effort, ot just a simple glance at notes. I would tell my high school self to not be so intimidated by my professors to an extent where I am too embarrassed to ask for help; professors care about your progress and are here to help you learn. I would also tell the high school senior me to keep an open mind about the different majors that are on my campus. Instead of forcing myself to try to like a major that I'm clearly not fit for, I would encourage myself early into my college career to lok at the numerous majors and programs offered by Kent State University. By opening both my eyes and my mind, I may be able to find a major that I can be truly passionate about, such as Human Development and Family Studies. Lastly, I would tell myself to not let school stress get the best of me & enjoy my college experience, because not everyone gets the opportunity to go to college.

I would tell myself to prepare more for the life ahead of you. Take more classes that are going to be influential to the college of nursing. Take Anatomy and Chemistry so that I become stronger in my sciences. I would fill out more aid in order to help pay for college and hopefully get better loans in order to have more help. I would try and get to know more nurses and to work in the hospital with my family members that obtain a job there. Basically I would have more practice towards my field and have more money to help me out in college. I would also tell myself to be prepared to live with roommates. It's a struggle but it's worth it. And also to spend more time with family because being in school you miss them a lot.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that college is going to be a lot of work and that I should always do the best that I can and not slack off when it gets tough. I would tell myself to be ready for what is ahead and prepare by working hard as a high school senior. I would also tell myself to apply for scholarships at the same time I was applying for scholarships because paying for school will get very stressful as time goes on. Things would be a lot less stressful now, if I had a little more help paying for school. Lastly, I would tell myself that college is a fun time in life and to be excited for what is ahead.

The advice that I would give to myself would be, in my own words, to "read the recipe". This phrase essentailly expresses that if you do not read the directions you will not succeed as anticipated. In the beginning of my freshman year in college I had been tested into a basic algebra leveled class before I could take any other college math classes. I automatically blammed the computer I had tested on by reason of that I had never taken a math test online. Throughout my first semester I had unnoticably taken the class easy seeming how it was only the basic level.

Don’t hesitate. To ask, to prepare, to begin, to take risks, to lean, to move on, to be scared, to be stubborn, to speak. Not hesitating doesn't mean acting without thinking. Not hesitating means acting in such a way that, whatever the consequences, you live without regrets — taking the outcomes of your actions, or lack thereof, for what comes, learning from poor choices and looking forward to applying those experiences to the future. You don’t make mistakes, you only make poor choices. High school doesn't prepare you for life. It might prepare you academically, but college will be a culture shock. Don’t panic. Don’t hesitate to ask for help, to learn to discipline yourself, to learn better note-taking skills, to learn to plan ahead, to start early, to read quickly and summarize often. Don’t hesitate to get involved early, to apply for scholarships despite the mind-numbing process, to eat healthy and get fit. And don’t hesitate to ask that girl out. She likes you, too. Don’t hesitate. Learn from every situation and experience, grow and help others. Don’t hesitate, because if you do, you will have regrets.

If i could go back and talk to my senior self I would stress the importance of learning the valuable study skills you need in college. Most high school students can get by with just showing up to class and listening, in college that is not the case. You have to spend hours outside of class preparing because your grades our complied highly on how you can test. I would also tell myself to be more outgoing and social. I was also the quiet girl which was ok there was only so many kids in my classes and we all knew eachother. In college that isn't the case. Most of my classes are 100+ lecture halls, and unless you break out and socialize with your classmates it is hard to make such a big campus feel small. Most of the people are new just like you, and one thing i have discovered about Kent State is is we are a surprising welcoming campus. The majority of people will hold the doors for strangers or start up conversations with the new person they are sitting by that day. I would want myself to know a big campus will feel small.

If I had the opportunity to go back and prepare myself for what was ahead, I would stress three main points. The first would be maintain high expectations for yourself and set realistic yet challenging goals concerning academic achievments. It is important for students to push themselves to achieve greatness. Ambition is the key to success. It excites students to further their education, attend class, complete homework and pave the way to a bright future. The second point I would stress is to appreciate everything your parents are doing. My parents agreed to pay my tuition under the condition that I maintain a high GPA, involve myslef in extracurricular activities and find a job. Luckily, I achieved these three things and will be debt-free at graduation, which is more than many students can say. Now that I am in my second year of college I can see the struggles my parents have to make to provide this further education. The final point I would stress is to go with the flow and accept change. College is about discovering your greatest talents and your true personality. There is no need to stress about your identity in high school.

I would tell my senior self to pick a college major / career that I would be happy waking up and pursuing for the extended future. I would tell myself to stop worrying about money and possessions and pick a career that would not only make a difference in the world but would excite and challenge me.

I would tell my high school self to participate in the offered post-secondary classes because not only are they cost saving, but really beneficial to transitioning straight into college. I would remind myself that even though it is senior year and there are a lot of fun activities, it is also the start of a whole new chapter in life and fun is great but loosing your focus is not. Skipping homework assignments to go out with friends may seem okay at the time if you still have okay grades, but will only hurt you in the future. Staying on task is the most important thing to do to accomplish your goals, never forget that.

If I could go back in time and find myself going into my senior year, I would give myself so much advice. I would tell myself that senior year DOES matter: don't procrastinate and let your grade slip. Senioritis is a REAL thing that WILL effect you, no matter how hard that you try to not let it get to you. Even though it's your senior year, DON'T worry about boys! Chances are you're gunna go to one college and they're gunna go to another. The chances of highschool relationships lasting in highschool is very slim. Going into college isn't the perfect time to find your soulmate and life will go on even if your beloved boyfriend of two years and you decide to go different ways. You're so much better than what you felt. Lastly, ALWAYS remember that you're stronger than you believe. Dealing with anxiety and depression is hard, yes, but it is not you and it does get better. You have so much to look forward to.

Learn to study! i was a huge slacker in high school and my high school was in a poor comunity that did not teach the things i needed for college. therefore i never needed to study.i would tell myself to just look study math and computer programming.

I would give myself alot of advice if I could go back and talk to high school me. First I would tell myself good job for working so hard for four years to accomplish so many things that will benefit me towards college. I would also congratulate myself for how involved I was. I would then tell myself to do as much post secondary work as I possibly could because the benefits are indescribable. The next thing I would tell myself would be put in a ton of effort when it comes to the ACT not only because it is what determines if you get into college, but also because it determines how much scholarship you are eligible for. The last thing I would tell myself is to apply for as many scholarships as possible, because when you're spenging tens of thousands of dollars everything helps.

I would tell myself to take the classes that really interest me and not to be hung up on what I need to get done. I woudl also suggest to attend mroe extra curriculars and send more time in the studios.

I would tell myself to study in high school because when you get to college thats all your going to be doing. Also, when it comes to money, make sure you save because college is exspensive. Between inside school and outside of school, it can be exspensive especially living on your own and not with your parents. Also, I would tell myself to go close to home because me and my family are so close, especially because of what we have been going through the past few years. Plus high school is way different then college, I believe it doesnt get you ready for college or for life after high school.

Taking life seriously before life gets serious is the advice I would give myself. Taking myself back to Senior year in high school right around fall, I would save every dollar I earned at my 30 hour/week job to assist with my education expenses. Continuing to work throughout the school year into the next summer would have netted me the equivalent to the first year's tuition. The head start and the advantage of having paid for college with money I earned would have motivated and inspired me to continue to work and pay my expenses without taking out loans to finance my education. It can be done, I have done the math and know that it is possible even while working minimum wage. Attending college and financing it takes intricate, disciplined planning that is essential to real life success. Beginning that as a senior in high school would have prepared me for life's challenges and hurdles and made me a better learner, woman, wife and mother.

Some advice I would give to myself as a high school senior would be to not room with anyone you know, start off fresh. Utilize all offered tutoring and professor office hours. Don't worry yourself about choosing a major because you're probably going to change it in your first two years. Also try your best to get involved on campus, meet and network with as many people as possible because it will definitely increase your possibility to have a secured internship or job.

Jake, I understand that the roady has been filled with gaps and chasms. Somehow you've managed to leap each one with scratches and scars, but none of it has detered you from your passion and your goals. I applaud your commitment both to yourself and your future. Remember that college is not only a method of aquiring your degree, it also demands that you find yourself. That means being confident in who you are, stick to your love of art and design and show the world just how determined you are. All those nights spent scribbling and erasing ideas for your own personal logo, reading about the inner workings of the design industry will mold you into a fierce designer. Living off campus may seem a bit daunting at first but I assure you that the connections will make are geniune and pure. The professors here demand excellence, so you cannot doubt yourself as a student. Remember that design is not a form of art, it is a form of communication. It requires that you be just as passionate about people as you are about creativity, and to find joy and the simpliest of things.

I would tell myself to keep an open mind. I went into college thinking I knew how everything about it worked and what the people would be like, but I didn't know anything at all. College is not like high school; people are nicer, classes are more challenging, and you get to choose your classes based on your interests. It took me a while to adjust to this new atmoshere because of my presuppositions, but once I opened my mind I saw how exactly how much opportunity going to a university is actually offering me. Looking back, I would tell myself not to be nervous about what college is going to be like, because I didn't even know the advantages and differences it would actually afford me.

Take a giant deep breath and know that you are going to make it through school. It will be rough at first, but once you get in the groove you will be able to kick it right in the rear without brekaing a sweat. Classes are going to be just as big as highschool, which is exactly what you are looking for. Being held accountable for your work and having the professor are actually going to know your name . Keep your door open! Not only will it help the smell but you would be suprised by how many friends you can make by just keeping your door open. Go too parties and know that there is going to be alchol and other such drugs. The people at the parties are going to offer, but you can say "no" and they will respect it and move onto the next thing that cathes their eye. If you choose to partake in drinking or other stuff, make sure it is because you want to! Have fun and smile, these years in college are going to bring you to the rest of your life. Sieze the day! No gaurtnee for tomorrow!

My advice would be to do everything and that its okay to cry. It is important to get the most out of the college experience so do things even if they only interest you a little bit and even if you are not feeling up to doing it. Also it is completely okay to freak out about things and if you keep yourself busy you won't be thinking about everything so much. In other words it is okay to cry because you need to even yourself out, college is stressful. Also apply for every scholarship now and continue to do so during college. Not only is college expensive, but so is everything else you are going to want to have. So, it would be great not to have to think twice about something extra at the dollar store. Oh, and have fun! Enjoy your time in college because before you know it you will be a senior and trying to figure out what you are going to do with your life. And trust me this decision is way harder than any you have made so far.