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Focus on academic performance in high school in order to position yourself for academic scholarships that the college offers. Know that the SAT is key to obtaining funds. Never lose your focus on the first and foremost goal of why you are attending college which is to get an education. It is very easy to get caught up into all of the extra curricular activities that college has to offer. Never lost site of this goal as it can cost you thousands of dollars to end up in college longer than expected. Stay on campus until you graduate...There are less distractions and more structure in a dorm.

If I could go back in time, I'd advise my high school self to be completely prepared. Apply for as many scholarships as you can and even once cleared financially, look for scholarships for the upcoming years. I would also tell myself to hit the ground running once a college student. I was use to being an A student and once I was in college, I didn't really push myself as hard as I could have. I've always made good grades, but I know I'm capable of making exceptional grades. I'd also tell myself to put myself out there more. I am now a Senior in college and I wish I had been more involved on campus. I could have made a bigger impact on my peers lives and my own had I taken more chances and stepped outside of the box. I guess in short I'd advise myself simply by saying go for it!

As a high school senior I think that I would have pushed myself a little bit harder with my school work and SAT's/ACT's. I also would have pushed myself to start off at a university versus a community college. I just think that I would have gained a little more getting my AA degree from a university.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior with the knowledge that I know now, I would give myself a few words of advice. I would encourage myself to stay focused on my schoolwork. I would tell myself that time management is very important in college, and that I shouldn't wait till I get to college to start managing it. I would encourage myself to study harder, to increase my GPA and SAT and ACT scores. I would remind myself that higher scores equal more money for college. Lastly, I would tell myself to enjoy my high school years, because time flies in college. I would tell myself to enjoy my years as a teenager, because responsibilities would only increase with age. I would tell myself that I have nothing to fear, because college is a wonderful experience and I will make friends there that would last me a lifetime. I would pat myself on the back and congratulate myself on making the best choice for my future by choosing Oakwood University.

If I could go back I would tell myself to study more and learn to say no when people want to do something. The classes are not like high school and acctually require me to study. In addition there is always something to do at college, so sometimes you have to say no.

If I would go back in time, I would tell myself, "Kimberly, you need to get involved with on campus activities. Join clubs, join student government and volunteer your time to help incoming students understand how the transition from middle to high school. You need to set the example and lead by example. Set your bar high and expect nothing but excellence. You are the future and you need to take advantage of every opportunity that is available to you. Make the best out of your last year and most importantly PERSEVERE!!!! Do you best and don't let anyone or anything distract you from reaching your full potential. Apply yourself to the most of your capacity and influence others to do the same in the process. Make that you help your peers and encourage them to want more out of life because that will empower them to be better.

I would first tell myself the importance of making good friends. Having a good circle of friends that know when to study and when to relax is great. Make sure that you have friends that are trying to make it out of college with a degree and a goal in mind. Second, organizing your time and knowing your priorites are very important and 2 major factors that will help you do extremly well in college. Finally, try your hardest to never give up. Alot of times you may give up on something when you don't realize that you were only a few steps from greatness. Have something to believe in. Have a set goal and never change it. If one way of achieving your goal isnt working try another way but continue trying for that goal until it is completed. College life is all about self disipline and how your personality and goals will fit within a new setting and place. It is all a challenge. If you keep these things in mind I promise that you will be very happy in the long run and very successful as well. That's what my goal will be.

"Hey Weybrielle, so your about to go to college huh? well studying five minutes before your test isn't going to help you this time; these classes were just birth contractions to the classes your going to take in college. You need to stop procrastinating and manage your time wisely. Mommy and daddy arent going to be nagging in your ear anymore about doing your little homework problems and asking "Dont you got some studying to do?" or "let me see your report card" Your going to have all the freedom you want and its going to creep up on you so fast, oh yea, by the way, the teachers aren't going to be calling home telling your parents your not doing so good on your test; so your on your own. Your a senior now, you know how you said last week if you could start high school all over you would do better? well, here's your chance again...except...this is college, education isnt free anymore so you really dont have time to waist, loans and money because you know what daddy always says, "Time is money" and "Money dont grow on trees." Get it together.

Dear Abigail, Wow, girl, you've come a long way. From the ghetto in West Philadelphia to a graduating senior, you beat the odds, babygirl. I'd be lying if I said that I didn't see it coming. I knew there was something special about you from the start. Well, here you are now, 18 years old and greatly anticipating your graduation. It's been a long four years in high school, but you hung in there. I heard you got accepted to Oakwood University on scholarship, here's a few things I think you should know: 1) College is a different ballgame, things you couldn't do in high school are at your leisure in college. Choose how YOU will spend YOUR time wisely. 2) Oakwood is an HBCU, which means plenty blessed and highly favoured men to choose from. Remember this: a man will always be there. Dont waste time getting caught up in relationships that probably wont last anyway. 3) Don't kill yourself for a degree. Your peace of mind should come before any good grade. Trust in God, and He will place you on a rock to stay. Sincerily, The 20- year- old you

I've learned so many things about myself and how to treat others. Oakwood has many people from different cultures and places. Just learning about the people around this world is great. The NAPS Association has impacted my sisters and I the most out of college.

I have learned that college in important and that it prepares you for the real world. Growing up I have always believed that college is simply an extention of education. I know now that college is a place were people go into majors and mionrs to contribute and make their mark in the world. Being in college takes endurance when times get challenging. I hated school growing up and I just recently realized that education is so important not only for success but the sculpting of charcters. I am an elemetary education major and to be honest teaching is not a real perfession and it does not pay as much money as other professions but I chose this profession because what you do in life is not about money thats why millions of students go into debt to receive high learning including myself. college has shaped me to be a hard worker and to never give up on myself and others.

The college education I have recieved thus far has been extremely educational. High school was very repetitious and we learned the same things over and over, but in college you learn real world ideas that can be applied to your major. I am learning things now that will be useful to me once I begin my career. I hope to continue my college education and learn further those things that I need to know for the workforce. Classes that are offered, such as sociology of marriage, my seem strange but I learned a great deal in that class. I now know the benefits and disadvantages to marriage and children and will be able to apply these ideas and suggestions to my own life whenever I am married. This summer I plan to study abroad in Italy and this alone will offer rare experiences for me as a student. I feel that I have learned a great deal so far and once my education is complete, I look forward to getting the job of my dreams.

I have gotten many things out of my college experience. I have gotten stronger religiously. I have gained knowlege from unexpected places and people. I have learned how to be a better person. I have also learned how to be a better educator both with and without religion included, pertaining to the schools that i will teach and observe. I have met lifetime friends and lifetime people. I have learned time management. I know how to manage all of my activities as well as important things such as work and family. I am also waiting to gain more experience with the year and a half that i have left. I am greatful for ending up at Oakwood University. It is a great school to end up at both on purpose and accidentally.

I have formed some strong, valuable friendships while attending this school. I have also learned quite a great deal about myself and an individual while attending here. While at times I may feel like the school does not provide all the necessary things needed to advance my career as I feel, it has given me opportunities to develop the fundamental characteristics I need to succeed in any and every situation, both educationally and career related. I find it extremely valuable to have attended college and of interacting with other young people the same age in order to learn more about how to deal with people, work as a team, work in cases where I can be a leader, and broaden the horizons I was born and raised with. Up until leaving for college, I was raised in one type of environment, and college has given me the experience that prepares me for the rest of my life, both as I finish my education and as I move on into the work force.

Education is the key to success. College made me understand that everything has a purpose behind it. You can make it through life living day to day, but it's always better to have a plan. Plan out your future with different goals. College has kept me out of the streets and it has given me more educational experience. When I'm out of school and just riding around, I see many people walking around and I see people going to jobs putting in applications. Attending college brings about a better opportunity to get better jobs and with higher pay. College isn't hard; nothing isn't hard if you put your mind to it, you can do anything. I love learning new things, therefore, since my high school days are over, college is the next best thing. The more education the more money in your pockets.

Oakwood University has always been my first choice, but once I arrived on this campus, I discovered a sense of belonging, At this school, you are accepted for who you are and applauded for your accomplishments. Oakwood hires teachers that honetly care and take the time to help students. The spiritual aspect of the school has enriched my life and brought a closer relationship between God and I. If I had to recommend this school, I would be able to do so without any reservations.

College has not only tought ,and is still teaching me a lot academically, but it is also teaching me how to be on my own. For just about 18 years I have always had my parents to fall back on but know Its all about what I do and what I can do.

Attending college has been an intense experience that has fostered many personal developments away from the captivity of home life. I did not know what to expect at first, but what I discovered was that I am stronger than I thought. College experience has helped me to start driving my own car, instead of being the back seat driver wherever I go. Packed with self confidence and knowledge, I have set out on a journey to be a mathematician and a better person. Something I never thought remotely possible. Thinking back on those first weeks always makes me smile. Not just because of my lack of professionalism, but because I know that it was the birth of a different person. Attending college is the single most important thing that anyone can do, because it is there that people find themselves and their desires grow along beside the goals they overcome. Ripping through the corridor and into class, pausing with a deep breath of relief, and driving on with my car has been an awesome experience. I find much worth in the kind of person knowledge can help anyone aspire to become.

College has been a mental, emotional, and mature experience of great change for the better. For me it was the first time getting away from home and declaring some independence. Feeling like a settler in the Oklahoma land rush, I quickly sprinted off to stake my land (college) and livelihood (goals). It does not take a long time away from family to learn who you are and what you want. It is in everything you decide. My experiences, so far, have enabled me to come to grips with what I really want and the importance of it all. It has enabled me to shatter my shell and becoming my own person with unique and important views and ideas about everything. Having a voice is one of the greatest things about America, but it is funny that one would have to go to college to truly experience what it is like to exercise it. Energized with freedom and fixated with goals I will accomplish anything my heart desires. It is arguable that college is merely the avenue to success; however the value inside of it comes from great minds and ability to be honed into something better, wiser, and more experienced.

I can truly say that my experience at Oakwood University has been far beyond what I ever imagined. I have been able to grow as a young woman both in morals and my personal stance on issues. I have been able to extend my arm of service to over 4 countries giving medical relief, feeding programs, tutoring, and much more. I have been impacted at Oakwood so much that I am motivated to change my community now and communities worldwide. I have often wondered what I would be doing with my life , if it had not been for me attending Oakwood.

I once dreaded going to college, however, I knew that I wanted to. As the first from my entire family to do tertiary education there was immense pressure on me to succeed. As I entered Oakwood College, now Oakwood University, a sense of peace was apparent. At this university, my greatest experience, hands down is my exposure to volunteerism. Here i was able to join an on- campus organization that focus' heavily in community and internation relief. This experience has changed my whole view of life, and direction. I now want to build an orphanage, clinic and school and have partner groups in my local community as well as internationally. In addition to this, I now have a network of friends and professionals that I felt I wouldn't have found otherwise. I have learn't the true meaning of people "dwelling together in unity." I have also found the most supportive professors that I have ever seen or heard of, especially when I listen to my other friends who attend different universities. I realized from the very first year, the value of the education i was paying for, with these things involved. It cannot be replaced.

Throughout my college experience I have gained a variety of things significant to my life. I have gained a great education, lifetime friends, and also a deeper insight to the world around me. I have gained a deeper spirituality, better methods of research, and a girlfriend I love dearly. I have gained lifelong lessons and experiences in which I probably couldn't receive anywhere else unless I was exposed to a college experience. I have gained appreciation for differences in people, cultures, and thinking. I have also gained memories I could never trade for anything in the world. The reason why my college experience is valuable to me is due to the fact I am the first in my household to attend a 4-year university pursuing a degree of higher learning. Secondly, my college experience is just that...my experience.

Throughout my college experience, I have learned better study habits, how to build relationships, and more about myself. My first semester of college I didn't do as well as I should have. I kicked it into gear my second semester because I knew I needed to succeed. I would take at least 4 hours out of every day to study for the courses I was taking. I always asked my professors for help when I needed it, which is something I never did in high school. I learned how to talk to people better as well. I learned that how you treat other people means everything. I got a lot better at making good first impressions. I learned things about myself in ways I never thought I would. I really believed that I am a better person due to my one year in college. It is valuable to attend college because I will never stop learning. Whether it be learning things about my life, or my career, or my education, I'm always learning. I believe that once you stop learning, you stop living to the fullest.

I'm enrolled in college for the first time and will be graduating as soon as possible . I've been valuable to attend Oakwood University because it's close from where I live and it's close from where my friends who are attending UAH. After freshman year in Oakwood I'll probably attend Birmingham-Southern College or somewhere out of state to finish up my majors.

What I hope to gain from my college experience, is a great memories. In the future years to come, I want to be able to look back on my college life and cherish every event , good or bad, that has come from it.

There's a term that gets tossed around here at Oakwood, called, "The Oakwood Experience." Well, I find that the real experience is the bond that you have with your friends and classmates - the guys you wrestle with a difficult assignment with, the guys that pray with (and for you) just because. This is a Christian campus, but Jesus was about people, and Oakwood is the same way. These are friends you'll have for the next 30 - 50 years, just because you meant something to them and they meant something to you during your stay. As far as the faculty goes, they know when (and who) to give a pat on the back or a kick in the rear. They are really concerned about not just the name of the institution the student represents after they leave school, but about the student themselves. They have a saying here, " If all you got for your 4 years here was just a piece of paper, then you've wasted your time." Oakwood prepares people to be the best they can be, and to know that yes, one person can make a difference in this world, so strive to be 'The One'.

I absolutely loved my college experience. I was really involved in sports, academics, extracurriculars such as modeling in our fashion shows and just meeting new people. While there, I got the chance to develop so many personal skills and simply learn how to take care of myself outside of my parents help. I would urge all students to take advantage of this time and really learn yourself while in college, learn what you love to do as well as learn what you absolutely hate. Just learn! My experience was very valuable to me and it improved the person I was and made me into the person that I am today. Furthering your education is very important and college is just the first step, not high school. Everything was totally different from high school. So when I hear of people not thinking of college as an option, it amazes me. So many things change within that highschool graduation summer and fall college registration, it would just be a shame to miss out on an experience of a lifetime.

There were so many things i have learned in this transition. I would have told myself to focus on getting a higher GPA and buckle down and stay on top of school work . Secondly, i would have told myself to focus on my essay writing and look for ways to progress in that area. Lastly, i would have been managed my time better between school, home ,and work more efficiently. I had so many wonderful memories my senior year and wouldn't have traded it for anything because than i wouldn't be here now.

I advise you to learn the campus of the background of the college you plan to attend. Every campus has a different environment whether it be small, large, or in between. Learn the campus-life, extra-curricular activities, and academic and career opportunities. But keep in mind that it is very easy to get distracted in college. Time management and discipline are very important. Stay disciplined and don't give into temptation when you have the option to study for a test you have at eight o'clock the next morning or go to a party instead. It may seem like common sense, but trust me, it's harder to resist than it may sound. Money management is very important as well since you are away from home and parents won't always send you money. There are a lot of expenses so you may want to consider campus or off-campus employment. Also don't procrastinate! There are so many advantages to getting work done early. With so many people it's very competitive. But enjoy college. Don't hold yourself back from new experiences. Develop into the new amazing person you could possibly be!

To stay dedicated and take summer classes. Don't squander any free time because all of it is very valuable.

During my senoior year I fell apart. I pratically gave up on my future. I was lazy, careless about work, and began to lose interest in my goals in goin to college. Then, towards the last minute I tried to pull everything back together and it didn't work. Within the course of four years, I went from an "A-B" average student to a "D-barely passing" student. Now chances for me getting into college are slim and the only thing I'm leaning on to get me through is talent, but I'm afraid that it might not be enough. I really wish that I could go back. The strongest piece of advice that I could give myself if I could go back in time to my senior year would be to stay focused and don't give up on your dreams. They're endless possibilities for those who keep there minds on the right path and go for it. You got to stay awake and on track, you can't sleep on life and your goals because nothing is giving to you. If you want something and you know it's yours, work hard and earn it.

If I could go back in time and prepare myself for college I would tell myself a number of things. The first thing I would tell myself is to stop slacking off in my classes. I wasted a lot of time in high school and I have paid the price for it now in college. The second thing I would tell myself is to fill out more than just 2 scholarships. The school I attend is quite expensive for an undergraduate institution, but that is mostly because it is a private school. The third thing I would tell myself would be to learn how to manage my time a lot better than I did. As stated before I wasted a lot of time playing video games and fooling around on the internet rather than studying or doing my best on my projects. The final thing I would tell myself would be quite personal. I would tell myself to be more open to others and to be friendlier. I was a very shy person in high school and I really didn't open up until my sophomore year of college.

Though some scientist say that an individual would not change their actions regardless of them knowing how his or her future would turn out, there is advice that I do believe many individuals would make. During high school, though I did come from low middle working class family, school was not as challenging as I would have liked it to have been. Due to this, I could and sometimes would do my work whenever I felt it was necessary and study for tests just a few days before the examination was given. Since college, I have learned that these are not good study habits or work habits. Therefore, I would tell myself, no matter how easy a class may seem or how simple a test may be, to work and study as if your life depended on it. This advice would have been so helpful because college has taught that study habits that I developed in high school, are not acceptable for the college level academics. Beside telling myself to develop better study habits, I would have also advised myself to keep God first and apply for every scholarship possible so that college would be a more enjoyable experience.

IF I can go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, the advice I would give myself is to stay focus on my schoolwork and study hard. Even though high school should be fun, we should know when its time to get serious. College determine your future but in order to make it to college, I need to do good in my studies in high school. Always put your school work first but any extraccurricular activities. apply for as many scholarships as possible. Its will help out when you need to pay for college.

I would do better as a freshmen. I would've worked harder and tried my best than slacking off. I wouldn't have procrastinate the way I did. I would've studied for the test and quizzes I had to study for. I would've gave it a better effort than I did.

If I could go back in time and give myself some advice for preparing for college life I would tell myself to be ready for people who are a lot different than myself. In other words to go to college with an open mind to people's different cultures and beliefs and values. Coming from a small high school I was used to knowing basically the whole school and everybody pretty much lived the same way. The culure shock that college gave me was very surprising but it was also a great learning experience. Another piece of advice I would give myself would be to change my study habits. Going into college studying the same way that I did for high school wasn't the best idea. In high school I wouldn't really study until the night before a test and in college I learned that I had to study everyday and that is how I passed my classes. I would make sure to tell myself to make time for studying no matter what because I had a lot of free time and spending it wisely is the key to success in college.

I would tell myself, furthering my education would ultimately make me more valuble. I would also tell myself, jumping straight into the work industry without some type of degree is difficult, I would only be able to apply for low paying jobs and more than often companies would view me as a worker who is disposible with no potiential. Attending a college would teach me discipline, interacting with other students would help develope my social skills and overall I would gain more independence. All of these basic skills would help further develope my attributes as a young adult, not to mention attending college in the first place will give me the knowledge I need to attain a bachelor's or even a masters degree. I would tell myself that life as I know it doesn't have to end in my hometown, that I could strive for a better life. I would remind myself of how proud my grandfather would be if he were still alive. That would give the old me all the motivation in the world.

I would tell myself to prepare and learn as much as you can in high school. I would also tell myself to take alot of Advanced Placement courses. Alot of things learned in high school in the honors and AP classes are very similar to college courses. So I would advise myself to learn as much as I can learn, so I will be even better prepared for the future.

If I went back in time, I was tell myself to take advantage of all the opportunities that Oakwood has to over. Start looking for internships and jobs that in Computer Information Systems so you can get the training that you need. Also, take certain classes so you can double major and minor and still leave out on time. I would tell my younger self to avoid particular teachers and go for those that will help you better yourself. Focus on school work rather than on the girls. Don't forget about them or ignore them but put school first and trust and believe in yourself. Don't slack off or fall behind in class. Choose a better roommate and keep the friends you make there. Also, start working on campus at try to make some money on the side. It will help you when you need to buy food so you won't have to buy ramen noodles and have to hustle late at night to get some. Apply for scholarships and try to work on getting a car since you won't have one until you leave college. Stay safe and make the right decisions.

the most important think i would remind myself is that in life you have to work hard to get what you want, I say that being in college it a great experience but at the same time stay focus on your school, do you work and most of all communicate with your all you teacher. yes sometime it can be hard but don't say that you can't doing it because went i say the word i can't my mother always tell me that the word can't is not in your vocabulary. I will also give myself advice about relationship. It a hard decision to be in a relatioship and focus in your school work at the sametime because you need time for your partner and time for your study. Went it came to relatioship I'll said to you wait, have close friend relatioship with him but if he really loves you he will wait for you and he will understand you, but first before having relationship with someone you need to have relationship with God first , your family and those who arround you, because you have to start with the one you love first.

College is not easy, but it is definitely not impossible. When you start college, don't expect everything to go perfect. Give yourself time to settle down and become comfortable with your surroundings. It is very important to understand that one of the biggest differences between college and high school is the work load. In high school, you may have done one chapter every two weeks. However, in college, you do one chapter every class session. The good news is that you don't have every class every day. This means that you must be very careful with how you manage your time. You should still make time to study for your classes even if you don't have it for a couple of days. Time management is what makes one of the differences between an outstanding student and an average student. As an outstanding student, make sure you manage your time well. It is important to prioritize what you need to do and it is also very important to take the time to relax. While, you may feel as if you have to study every single moment, understand that your body also needs to rest. Persevere until the end!

KaSandra, apply to Oakwood University and apply for surpluses of scholarships, because the financial aid will benefit you in more ways than you can imagine. Apply early and do not wait, because it might be to late.

My advice is to talk with each about your decision and visit your options.

Make sue that yhou are comfortable with the type of environment that u will be around ,and make sure you go somewhere thats has the best program for you...nver let the cost of school dicourage you as long as you strive hard you be going down the right path.

My advice to parents and/or students out there looking for the right college would be first applying to schools you might be interested in, visiting the campus, having constant contact with an admissions and financial aid advisor (make sure the schools have scholarships), and making sure that the school is near business, stores, etc and not in the middle of nowhere. Students who are thinking of going to college, my advice.....make the most of it. College experience is nothing you will ever have again in your lifetime. College will be the best time of your life....

My advice to prospective students and parents of prospective students would be to apply to as many colleges as possible, even the ones that seem too hard to get into and also the ones that would definatelly not be your first choice. Also visit campuses and take note as to weather or not you are comfortable with the size of the school and the teacher to student ratio. If you recognize the fact that you need more attention from the teacher then go for the smaller sized schools. Also, observe the surrounding areas and make sure that these areas won't distract you from school. Also when looking at school, make sure that the school has good resources for students who need extra help with things as tourting and such. Another good thing to look at is the alumni, observe the outcome of the students that have gone to the school and see how most of them come out. To enhance your learning experience at school, make sure you stay focouse, but at the same time don't overload yourself. The key to a good college career is findin a balance between working time and playtime. Above all, set goals.

The advice I would give for parent and students in finding the right college is to make sure they visit the college they want to attend, while school is in session. Attend then college courses that they will ultimately take, talk to the professors and current students. When you start attending college you should become very involved with the groups on campus, meet a lot of new friends and professors.

College is where who you think and say you are is put to the test. No matter where you go there will be something or someone you do not but it is the students decision to make the best of it. Do not search for the perfect school but rather for a school you can fall in love and therefore be dedicated to its betterment. Be kind to everyone because you never know who you need in the future and go into the classroom to become the best in your field, not just to get a grade. But most of all enjoy college, it is the greatest investment you can ever make and can potentially be the greatest time of your life.

Your choice of school should be one that is well know for the major of your interest; If not known should have the stats to show its eligibility. It should be a place where your experience will also be unforgettable and worth your tuition.

I believe that the school that you attend should be at its best in your major. Also there should be diversity so that you are well rounded and cultured. The experience should be unforgettable and worth your tuition. P.s. i accidently put that in Spring 2009 I would have been in school for two years when in fact it should be One year. Thank You.