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College is a wonderful adventure. It might seem scary having to step out of your comfort zone but it’s totally worth it. Don’t panic when you come across an obstacle. These experiences will help you grow, learn, and make new friends. Don’t take defeat or disappointment personally because life is short. Persist. All of your goals are within reach as long as you have faith in yourself. The key to improvement and self-discovery is faith and courage. Have faith that you will succeed in your studies. Have the courage to meet new people and try new things. You have the freedom and personal power to pursue anything that sparks your interest. Use this freedom every day. Learn for the sake of learning and always remember you are working for more than just a degree. You are working to improve yourself. Your college experience is greater than the sum of its parts. Everything is going to be alright.

I would tell them what my mom would tell me. “Do you want to be making minimum wage all your life” With a college degree you mind is open to a different way of thinking, comes a different way of living. A college degree opens doors to a different world, you make more money, take vacations you would never think of taking. A college degree is not a waste of time it’s a great investment in your time, you get to meet people from all walks of life and experiences. What a college degree means a life without regret, it means you get to write your own paycheck, work in places where you never thought of working, Live in places you never thought of. Be the person you want to be, so if it takes a few years of hard work to live a life that you want, it’s an investment well taken

Well, I took 5 years off to experience llife before going back to chool. So I would tell my self not to waut so long to get back in to school. That having an education is one of the most important thngs you can do to bettet your life.

Do not be afraid to follow your passion. Obsticals will always exist no matter where you are in life, but how you face the obstical is what will define your success. You will never think you are ready for the next step but take it anyway because you never know what opportunities might arise from it. And never allow other people to stray you from your goals and aspirations, for that is all you have.

First of all, know what you really want to do. What's really matter is not which college you go to but what you want to do there. Be serious about it and take your time as much as possible to think about what you want to for the rest of your life. There is no such thing as an "only way". Therefore, you want to be open minded and trying to see the big picture about your future and career. Do not afraid to see a closed door on your way because when one door is closes, another door opens. In terms of pursuing an education, there's no perfect timing. So even with various difficulties, I wil go a head and start pursuing my education no matter what. Be more appreciative about your time with your family before you leave your home for college. And spend more time with your parents and a family trip is one way to do it.

If I could go back and talk to my senior self I would tell myself that you deserve to go to a four year university. I would say that I need to focus on my school work and not so much on the boys. School needs to come first and formost above any social activities. I would ensure myself that I am smart and that I can go to college and be the first in my family to graduate from college. I would also tell myself that hard work DOES pay off and college is where it shows. I would tell myself that college is going to be the hardest and best times of my life and that no matter what happens in life, a good education will always open another door for you to walk through.

I would tell myself the most important thing to remember is to prioritize. If you know what the most important things in your life are it makes it easier because you can put that ahead of anything else. Get as much financial aid as you possibly can, and save it for when you transfer, it will help alot. It is also smart to apply for scholarships early on even if you don't think you need the money. Once you've done this, add your classes as soon as you get your registration date and stick to your educational plan. It also helps to create a balance between work, school, and friends. Never ever chose friends over school because you will regret it when your still attending the same school and everyone else has already transfered or dropped out. Last but not least, I would remind myself that there will always be boys wherever I go. Its better to wait until you have finished school before entering a committed relationship that way you have more time to focus on school, because believe it or not that extra time makes a BIG difference.

If I were to go back in time as a high school student I would have taken it more seriously. I am very disappointment in not taking classes that would have made my college application more efficient.The things I regret not doing when I was in high school is not applying for finacial aid and scholarships. It is very important to apply and have that ready once you begin college, because then you have better choices and not worry about income. Thats one of the major things I regret not doing. I also regret not applying to any Cal States or USC's. I did not apply to any UC or CSU because I knew that i wanted to go to a community college and do my general classes there. One other thing I regret not doing is registering for my college classes on time. My schedule was unstable because I had to add them when I started school. Now that I am In college I'm taking it more serious. From my past experiences, I am applying to scholarships and telling my high school friends to take high school serious and apply to UC or CSU.

If i had the chance to go back to high school I would take my classes more seriously. I did not take my classes so seriously and as a result I settled for a C in most classes. I thought as long as I moved on to the next grade I was doing good. At my high school I was lucky to have the program Gear Up, which helped me out in get into college and continue with my education. Although I did not have the best grades my counselour told me I still had the chance of getting accepted into a 4 yr.college. I started going to saturday classes so I can improve my grade point average. I did not like waking up for saturday school,but it payed off beacuse i raised up my grade point average and got accepted into a California State University. The advice I would give myself now that I am a college student is to not settle for less and dont be afraid to taka a challege. For example a rewarding honors class that can give me the feeling of a college class so i can be ready.

Dear Thom, Stay focused. Pursue your passion, but be sensible about it. If you want to pursue acting, go somewhere that makes sense, like UCLA. And do not get involved with drinking and drugs, you may think you are living fast but all they really do is slow you down. If you don't believe me, think about this: I'm 41, and I'm still working on an Associate's degree. It is never to late to do or try anything in life, but the earlier you get started, the more chances you will have of succeeding at a younger age. The earlier you succeed, the earlier you can retire, instead of just embarking on a real career in your 40's, slowed down by drinking and doing drugs and making a lot of poor choices. And keep your chin up, you're a good guy who is intelligent, witty and charming. You can accomplish anything you want in life, as long as you are clean and sober. Sincerely, Thom

A college degree is a commodity, possibly worth more than $10,000 a year for your whole life. Like any commodity, it is purchased, earned, and sold. The lifestyle marketing campaigns at univeristies overwhelm your fragile high school emotions, but those viewbooks of students reading in the lawns and teachers giving lectures with bow-ties, covered in chalk dust boil down to nothing more than lifestyle marketing. College is what you make of it-nothing else. Don't allow your life or your hopes to be controlled by marketing manipulation. Just find a college close to home and go. Most important of all, more important than applying for college yourself, make sure your transcripts get sent in by the counselor. Remind her every day until she submits them-don't let her forget! Also, you need to come out and come to terms with your feelings. You won't have peace inside until you do, and you will finally have friends to hang out with. The top three to remember are: come outof the closet, go to the college your parents tell you, always use reason and positive thinking. If you think you can, you've got a better shot!

The first thing I would tell myself would definitely be not to wait so long to make the transition from high school into college; it took me about two years to go into college after high school. I would tell myself that college is not as scary as it seems, that I have the capability, intelligence, and determination to follow through on my school tasks. I would also advise myself to seek as much help as I possibly could from the very beginning from counselors, student centers, financial aid, and scholarships. I would teach myself the studying strategies I have learned so far and avoid bad study habits such as procrastination. One thing I regret is that I didn't take high school as serious as I should have. Therefore, I would advice myself to become more active in my learning so I would be better prepared for college. Now I know I should've taken honors or Advanced Placement classes, to have better chosen friends who would inspire me to be a better student and person. And the last thing I would tell myself: to have fun during my high school years and enjoy them while they last.

Going to college has always been my dream, as I am only few foot steps away as a high school senior I know that I can do it and not to give up as many of my friends already have. I want to go to a good college where I will actually decide what I really want to major in and do with my life. My parents wanted me to be a pilot but as what I heard it takes a long time to become one, but I just want to get a B.S in something good where ill be enjoying life and making the big bucks by carrying a degree.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would open my eyes and tell myself that anything and everything is possible no matter what hardships I was going through. That even though times continue to get tough and I need to work to get money to support myself and my family, there will still be plenty of opportunities for me to ask for assistance in obtaining help to pay for exams needed to be accepted at a university. That there are many scholarships for a high school student that require different qualifications depending on my career goal. If I could go back in time I would tell myself to seek help from a counselor and to show enthusiasm about attaining higher education and importance of success in life. I would tell myself not to be afraid of leaving my family and assure myself that going away for college would have a positive impact in my future and my family. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself not to let anything or anyone hold me back on pursuing my dreams of becoming a young successful business career woman.

If I could go back to when I was a highschool senior and give myself advice, I would first tell myself to cut off those darn dreadlocks that I spent much time working on. I would tell myself to put the energy that I put into my hair into preparing for college, because a few years later I will have chopped off those high-maintenance dreadlocks anyways. I would tell myself to get right into college and not to fool around with menial jobs such as Home Depot and various construction gigs, because later I will find out anyways that college is the best path for success. I would say to myself, "Knowledge is the best path to be on and attending college or being mentored under other credible sources of knowledge, such as professionials and scholars, is the most efficient and excellent way to achieve knowledge." I would go on a walk with my young, creative, yet naive self and go over all the benefits of knowledge in a particular skill and in a variety of areas. I would tell myself, "Through knowledge, you can learn to become the absolute very best you can be and stay that way ."

The best advice that i would give to myself would be to SAVE! SAVE! and learn the value of saving and spend wisely on things that are neccessary, not on things that are not. The second part would be to expand my horizon, meaning expand my dreams, and goals...and take it to the max. I believe in the beauty of my dreams and aiming higher and higher in myself , and in my education. The third thing would be to never stop beliving in me and don't sell yourself for short in life. The last piece of advice would be: Aim higher in everything that you do, even in the smallest of things. Get Educated. more and more everyday. Get Ready...Because the best is yet to come. My destiny is waiting and calling.

If I was able to rewind my first two years of college experience, I would give myself plenty of advice. There are many things that must be considered before entering college, and I will give advice based on my experience. First, I would make sure to be dedicated to transferring to a four year university, and therefore, put school work first and leisure activities last. Second, since I was living independently, I should have made sure to have food, and the necessary school suplies, or at least have a list of resources that would have make it possible to get them. Finally, I should have constantly referred to the syllabus. The syllabus is essential in order the know the progress of the class and what is being studied at a certain period in the semester. I can not stress enough how important it is to follow the syllabus, should one lose it it is important to request a second copy or make a copy using one of my peers' syllabus. The former advise would have been extremely helpful in my success in school, and I would now give it to a future college student.

As a college student, I learned that I could have taken more college courses through high school. I would have finished my undergraduate requirements early. My couselor in high school didnt believe in that concept. I was not able to take courses. As a person ages, we learn of new ideas, concepts, and are open to grasp much new knowledge. As a college student, I have taken responsibilty of my life and I am working hard to reach my future goals. I will fight through all the obstacles to get to where I need to be.

I would tell myself not to stress out so much about things. Breathe relax and everything will work out, is what I would have reassured myself. Looking back I remember the process of finding a school and applying was very stressful without parents to help guide me, or help me financially. I would have asked more questions about loans and paying for college. I am now overwhelemed in student loan debt from my first 2 years of school that I wish I would have done things differently and applied for more scolarships. I was simply directed towards the student loan companies by my College in order to obtain funds to pay for school, and was not advised of my option to apply for scolarships. Had I have known this information, maybe I wouldnt be in as much trouble as I seem to be today!