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So, you're thinking about going to college? Here are a few words of advice to help you get through it: it is NOT one big party! As much as you think going to college is all about meeting new people, making new friends, and having a great time every day - you also need to understand that school MUST come first if you want to succeed. If you slack off in school and fail to focus on your studies, you will fail classes and eventually, you will be kicked out of school. Also, go to class! I know it seems like you can just read the book and study before a test and still be able to pass without having to wake up for that early class twice a week; but, I promise you, it will be so much easier if you just go to class and listen! Lastly, be prepared to grow up. You are going to be on your own, making your own choices. Mom and Dad worked very hard to teach you how to make the right decision and stay on track with your life. Remember their lessons. In the end, it will all be worth it.

So you think your ready for college? You think you know how your going to do? Well you're wrong! Make sure that you don't slack off and a relationship comes after. You're grades are important if you plan on becoming a nurse. The only person that's going to help you succeed is yourself. Everyone else they're only going to pull you back from what you need to be doing. Attendence is a main key factor if you don't attend and it will only hurt you! Yes, you're probaly thinking but alot may be revising to me. Well it was and even though it is you still must attend cause attendence counts against your grade. You may tell yourself that youll take me serious and listen but really you're going to need to resist everything else. Really avoid all of it because if not you're going to be me who regrets my actions and grades. I made a big mess of my first semester and thought that i could do both work and school. I realized that i could not do it and i was not prioritized and now i regret it.

I would tell myself to work hard in my classes and register early. If you have questions don't be afraid to ask them. Everyone on campus is really friendly and hard working. I would also tell myself that a lot of my friends are going to be attending this school and if possible, set up a car pool. There are many resources on campus that can help you, so take advantage of them. Tutoring can only help you and there will be time for this, no excuses. Build a relationship with your proffessors, they are always lokking for bright students and can help in the future with career planning and possible internships. Overall, enyoy yourself, college is work, but it is also fun and an experience to be treasured and appreciated.

I would tell myself to work harder and focus on the future. Work through the hard times becuase they will only make you a stronger individual at the end. Make memories and take plenty of pictures, because this is the end and you only get one senior year of high school. Don't be afraid of moving on into the big world, embrace is. It's you becoming an adult and going out on your own to make something of yourself. The last thing I would tell myself is that no matter what happens, you will always have people in your life there to support you, your family.

The advice I would give my high school senior self would be to enter college the semester following my graduation from high school. I had will have just earned my Dual-Credit in College Algebra and my education would be fresh on my mind. I would advice myself that though I was worried about attending college and missing classes due to my disability, to just go ahead and apply. Waiting was a mistake and it was very difficult to convince myself to finally get into college. Now after 4 years, I am finally in college, but I feel obligated to retake my College Algebra class and I could have already nearly earned my Bachelor's Degree by now. I wasted years of my life telling myself "I will get into school next semester." I never realized that I would actually be happier in college than I have been my whole life. Graduating high school was the best choice of my life at the time: all I had to do was to take the next step to make an even better choice. I have learned from mistakes and plan to stay in school until I earn the degrees I want!

If I were to be able to go back and talk to myself I would say, put ALL you have into your work. Do not give into peer pressure. Trust your gut. Do what you think is right and not what everyone else is doing. Focusing on your school work needs to be your MAIN priority. No one is going to be there holding your hand for every step you do take. You have to be the one to initiate success. The professors are not going to make you get up and go to class everyday. You have to make yourself go. Even if you are sick, GET UP AND GO. You can not afford an absence. They will appreciate you getting up and going as to staying in bed all day and missing out on the lesson. It shows that you can fight against whatever you are going through. Times may be tough, but you are stronger than that! I know you. You have more will power than anyone else I know. YOU CAN DO THIS.

If I were able to speak to myself, to give myself some words of wisdom, it would be this; do not procrastinate. Uncertain of the steps I needed to take, I did not attempt to at least figure out these steps before important school deadlines. My ability to receive the help and funding necessary to attend my desired university diminished quickly. This eventually led to my attendance at a local community college. Unfortunately this did not occur until a year after my high school graduation. I would tell myself to not be afraid to ask others for help. The entire process of registering and paying for college would have gone much more swiftly had I asked knowledgeable individuals I knew about the next steps.

Hey Jason, how are you doing? Congratulations on your upcoming graduation with the Class of 98. Have you thought of your long term goals? Still focusing on all the wrong things, aren't you? I know you think that you are successful with how your "music career" is going right now, and it is. But what you don't know is that CD sales are about to hit a sharp decline and people are going to start using that internet thing a whole lot more. In fact, there is going to be a big shake up in the music industry and some of the top artists might not even sell 100,000 records because people will be able to "download" all the newest music for free! On top of that, you are going to become a father in two years and having a daughter is about to change any long term plans that you thought you had for yourself. All I can tell you is to devise a plan to make a career out of doing what you love. Prepare, stay focused and follow through with that plan no matter how tough the road may get for you. Good luck!

Study hours are worth it. Designate time EVERY DAY. Even if its just 30 minutes.

I would have to travel quite a ways back in time to talk to my high school self, but I wish I could, and help break through the thick skull that was! I would let me know that taking a 'semester' off after high school is not the great idea it sounds like, and can turn into years. Also, I would try to hammer home that my education is for my benefit; a choice that I should make and respect because life without it is lacking. Therefore, treat it seriously, and embrace it for the opportunity it is, not as a burden to be avoided. As you focus on your personal experience, let the pressures you feel from family and friends fall to the side. This is for YOU. College is a blessing not to be taken lightly. Don't fear the economic repercussions, for the willing truly do find a way. Between scholarships, grants, and loans, there is no reason not to jump in and seize the chance at an infinitely better tomorrow.

I?m here to make you rethink how you plan to spend the next five years of your life so you'll come out of it a better person. This means hard work and plenty of ambition, two concepts that aren?t new to you after graduating a year early. Attending college isn?t as stressful as you think. If you?re unsure of funding don?t be afraid of investing in a loan, just be smart about it. As for finding the right path, you have to figure that out but know it takes some level of effort. Research an internship, volunteer, or even explore your options during college enrollment so long as you keep moving. Don?t be so concerned with the overall degree that you miss out on the benefit of learning entirely. Once you graduate it won?t matter how long it took to get there. Get involved with school whenever possible, especially in areas that interest you, and take advantage of the contacts you meet. And always remember the path to finding yourself is about the journey, not the destination. If you don?t like where you?re going, do something about it today.

If I could go back and tell myself, at 17, about my future I would tell myself to take life as it comes and climb obstacles following my conscience! I could tell myself plenty of things to do the right way like study harder, take core classes while figuring out what I want, or not put college on hold for a boyfriend but I'm not sure that would matter. At 17 many of us dont want to follow advice, including our own. I've suffered hardships but it's made me the person I am. College life is a different experience for everyone. For some it's all study, no play and graduate with honors, some raise children or siblings while taking classes, and some party and still graduate. If I did follow my advice, though, I would tell myself practice good study habits and that nursing is what I want to do and by 24 years old I would've graduated, had a career, and been further ahead in life. But our minds change as we grow, so I could give that 17yo advice but would I have followed ALL of it, even knowing what I know now?

I would sit my self down and say, "Andrea, college is an experience that you will enjoy. You will learn new things everyday, meet new people and get the opportunity to find out what you are really passionate about. I know your nervous because you think the workload is going to be crazy, but don't think about what other people are telling you. Take this chance and run with it. What have you got to lose?"

I would tell myself to find more money for school and look for scholarships there is so much out there and I wish I would have looked for more. I would have also stressed to save more money, be a little more frugal. As a senior, like many of my peers, I was so petrified of the college experience and how the college system worked. I didn't understand credits and how they worked or what classes to pick, starting college was so intimidating and overwhelming I was so lost! They also have maps of the campus available for a reason, I really wish I would have studied one before the first day, that way I could have tackled my first day with a little more confidence instead of like a fish out of water.

If I could return to being a high school senior, I would advise myself to work hard in school now; there is plenty of time to play later. I am a non traditional student returning to school with a family and a fulltime job. With so many adult responsibilities, it is difficult to manage and balance family, school and work. While in high school, most of that responsibility is still on the parents. I would advise any high school student to take advantage of certain freedoms while they can. In addition, I would say not to be so quick to be grown up. Being an adult and having responsibilities will eventually come with time. For now, work hard in school, stay focused and have fun being a kid.

College life is a very big step in any persons life. A lot of seniors think that just passing by is good enough, but passing by just isn't going to give you the education you need and deserve. As a senior the student should prepare themselves ahead of time and not just when college is going to begin. My parents wanted me to apply for more scholarships and grants when I was a High School senior but i kept procrastinating to do what I needed to do and in the end I didnt get to go to the University I really wanted to go to. I ended up going to a community college and I do believe it's better than not going to a college at all, but going to a University is where I always dreamed of going and because I wasn't mentally prepared and ready I missed out on a great opportunity. I am now acting like a college student and preparing myself for anything that will come my way. If i was back in time I would tell myself to be prepared and work as hard as I can to achieve what i want.

Knowing what i know now I would tell myself to start with the basics. Right out of High school very few people truely know what they want to major in, however if you take too many classes that are specific to your major youwil loose many of the credits you have accumulated if you change your mind part way through

I would tell myself that no one is going to help you succeed in life other than yourself! In order for you to make it your heart and your mind must act as one! There will be many obstacles and there will be people who would love to see you fail. Do not let it discourage you! You can do this! Take advantage of every opportunity that is presented to you!

If it was possible for me to go back in time and tell my self what to excpect in college i would definetly give myself so much advice. the first thing i would tell myself is that all your high school teachers are right when they say that college professors dont ever have pitty on you, beacuse that is exactly right college professors dont care if you woke up late, printer broke, computer broke, forgot, or even that your dog ate your homework. If anything i would go back and make sure that this advice stays in my head and that i dont forget it because its true. The other thing i would tell myself is that you really do need to study. Just beacuse you got away with not studying in high school does not mean its going to be the same in college you must at least 2 hours a night studying if you intend on being a successful college student. I am sure that if i knew all this before college i could have been more prepared for my transition into college.

First I would tell myself to get your act together. Then I would take him aside and make sure you stay in sports and that smoking cigarettes are not good for you and quit. I would also tell him to stay living with mom and stay on her good side. I would take him to the local prison and show him all the people that went down the road he was going it would lead him behind bars with all those people and its not worth it. Then I would take him to the hospital and show him what he could become staying in school. I would also take him to intel and show him what else he could do that is how I would go back in time and tell myself to stay in school. Thank You Scott Ross

If you are good at something, stick with it. It may not be what you want right now, but in time your talent will take you far. I personally ran away from the one natural talent I had, pursued a career that seemed luxurious and glamorous on the outside, only to find that not only was it not me, but was something not quite guaranteed in the future like I thought it was. Five years after graduating high school, I have now come back to the one thing I ran away from- music; It's in my blood, I know it like the veins on the back of my palm, I could recite scales in a hearbeat as opposed to explain why the percentage of sales have dropped from the previous month, I hear music everywhere I go and can pick apart the different instrumentation of sections- stick with what you're good at. You just might regret one day in your elder years not pursuing your passion while you had the chance.

If I could go back in time & talk to myself as a senior in high school, knowing what I know now about college life, I would tell myself to first apply for hundreds of scholarships so that you have a better chance at getting awarded at least one. I would also tell myself to do alot of research on several schools to make sure I am going to one that fits me comfortably or specializes in my particular field of study. I would also give myself advice about how much your GPA affects your college career. One of the most important things I would tell myself is to learn good study habits because they will play a vital role in making sure I pass my classes and learn the material. I would also tell myself to go to college right out of high school instead of waiting 10 years, because it makes the transition from high school to college that much harder. Finally I would not let anyone tell me I am too dumb to succeed in life because of my background or because of where I came from and not to give up till I reach my goals.

I would first prove its mye by saying "there is a snake in the tree and the dog has to pee" so that way I knew it was me. I would tell my self to not be led by money after I graduate highschool and not to live in the moment. Its sad to say High school will be the best years for some people and they will never go beyond that, but you Damian Brundige will not be one of those people . I would advise me to take a few math, spanish, and yoga classes ur first year of college. Dont be on such a one mind track,about how the"life plan" is suppose to work out. I would leave him with this last quote to reflect on while I faded away int the sunset, ?You have to do your own growing no matter how tall your grandfather was.? --Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) and if I did not know who said that back then I would definitly punch my self in the face

Stop being so dramatic. Yeah, Dad lost his job and you can't go to A&M, but you're not even giving community college a chance! You're going to miss your friends, but their absence only makes your little time with them more precious. You're going to get frustrated living at home, but you get to spend sweet time with our family, and since you're living with the rents you still get to watch American Idol with Mom come January 12 (can't wait). Please Brigette, just open your mind. I promise that the year will fly by, and you are going to learn so much more than you think you will. Northwest Vista has so much to offer, you just have to shed your bitterness and accept what's right in front of you. Your freshman year is going to turn out so much better than you think, so lose the attitude, put on your big girl pants, and get ready for an awesome year. Ya dig?

Their are many quotes, passages, even advice from other people that could be a suitable factor in the transition from high school to college. However, experience speaks louder than knowledge. If I could go back in time to advise myself of what I would endure in college; the only advice I would give myself is to have confidence. In life, you can do whatever the mind conceives if a person has confidence. College is filled with many unknown faces; different cultures--that probably one has never heard of. Courses could be deemed intimidating; people too. With confidence comes a sense that a person can tackle any challenge that comes there way. Fear is only an emotion. An emotion that disintegrates when confidence becomes the perscription. Along with confidence, learning is much more substantial. Nothing is ever too hard for a person to understand. Confidence will seep in the mind's conscience and tell it that a Chemistry course is not hard to comprehend at all. That experiencing new cultures, meeting new people is what confidence will do. Confidence; the only advice I would give myself to tackle any problems I encounter in college.

I would first tell myself to keep applying for scholarships. I know it seems like playing a lotto, but it doesn't hurt to keep trying. I was lucky that I had save some money over my high school years, but that money soon came to an end. I would also tell myself to focus more on knowing the information I am being taught and than just the grades. Grades can only take you so far; you want to be able to show that you are able to apply what you have learned. Once you are able to apply what you learned the grades will come. The last thing I would say to myself is to not be afraid to take chances, I would often limit myself which is not always bad, but I would have done better in school and in life in general if I did just that. Well thats what I would say, and I hope I would listen because I was a little stubborn at some times.

Bonnie, You have got to go to college!!! You will love it! It's not like high school, where you have to sit and learn about things that you don't care about, although there are some classes that you will have to take, whether you like them or not, but the rest will be about things that you are actually interested in. This will be a new experience, but not one that you cannot handle. This will be a learning and growing experience for you. Your confidence and self esteem will soar as you realize that 'yes, I can do this.' Your independent spirit will grow stronger with the knowledge that you have the ability to do whatever you set your mind to do as you study and learn from your classes. You will be treated as an adult, so you will learn to be diligent in your studies if you want to make good grades. You will also make good friends that you will probably have for the rest of your life. There will be a lot of fun times, and your friends will help you through the tough times. Ask questions, pay attention, and enjoy college!

I would advice myself to concentrate and not loose focus. Because we think to ourselfes that we are smarter just because we have a high school diploma. I would tell myself to take it one day at a time and not try to grow too fast and looking for jobs to buy cars and material stuff that can distract your focus in school. I would tell me myself stay on one lane or you will get lost quickly.

After high school I joined the US Navy. After 7 years in the service, I got out to pursue my education. If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have tried to go to college after graduation. The military will always be there, the college life can only be experienced once. Although I am more mature and focused, I feel like I am missing something by not trying to go to college at that time. My advice to other students is that same formula I learned in the Navy, which is, always be on time, don't make promises you can't keep, and ask for help when you need it.

Pay attention to all the study skills given to you at health careers. It may have seemed like too much as a high schooler but you definitely will draw on those skills later in life. Don't sweat the small stuff and focus on the big picture. You will graduate, you will succeed, so do not let all the little things keep you from achieving everything you want to.

First i would tell myself not to slack off when I first get to college. Then I would tell my young self not to waste $10,000 going to that fancy private school for a single semester.

I would tell my high school self to keep pushing through the academic strife of studying for test and project dates, honor/AP classes, and the dreadful thought of SAT and ACT testing. The level of determination that you project yourself to function at will play a vital role in not only shaping the type of college student you will become, but also the mature adult you wish to be in life. If you continue to commit to working hard and doing what you know is right, then opportunities of success will present themselves to you. Never let down on who you are as a person. Always believe in yourself.

Get started on financial aid early and keep working hard. Stay on top of parents for tax information unless you don't care about getting free money for school.

Going back to myself when I was a high school senior, I would tell myself a lot of things. First, not take so much in what is happening at the moment. Life for the moment but don't allow the bad to drag you down. To explain this, there is something I need to explain. During my senior year of high school, I was depressed by events that were happening around me and to me, for so much that I became suicidal. Followed by, though you don't need to study much during these years of high school, develop the discipline to study for the class and get good grades. I was not much of a study at the time and would often spend my time away from class and goof off or in class and not focus on what the teacher is explaining for the day. The last piece of information I would give is seriously look at a community college to attend before going to a regular university. It is cheaper than a normal school and most credits will transfer to the university in the first place. You will change your goals, and learn more about yourself.