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If I were capable of going back to high school, I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships, and take more advanced placement classes. College is expensive, and the less money that you have to spend, the better. The workload is already enough to stress yourself out, the last thing you need is the burden of figuring out how you plan on paying for college. Save some of your money, because it goes away very quickly when you are living on your own. Your parents will not always be there to support you, so get ready to support yourself, because you will learn very quickly that high school is far from the real world, and you need to be prepared the best you can be before it is too late.

Hey self! The next four years are going to fly by. You may not think so now, but it'll go much faster than high school - like a hundred times faster. It's going to be a transition, but you'll get through it. Lean on family and friends, make new friends. Be willing to stretch, to grow, to change your views, to do things you never thought were possible. Be open. Be brave. Be yourself. Be adventurous. I don't want to give away what to expect, because surprises are half the fun. You'll end up somewhere you didn't expect, but it's okay because you'll know, looking back, that this is exactly where you belong. Don't forget to smile and laugh and love. Good luck! Love, Your Future Self = )

I would have liked to tell my high school senior self to work harder in classes so i would have the work rate needed for all the harder college courses I have taken. I would tell myself to play my hardest and have fun my senior season of soccer so that I would have had more offers for soccer at the college level. I would tell myself that hardwork pays off and you only get what you put out. Have more confidence in yourself, you're capiable of anything you need to achieve.

I would let my self know that I should not take a break from my education. I need to start going to college right out high school and even try to take some class as well that will make my college life a lot easier. I would even said that I need to do every thing I can to save money so i can be able to make it finanshially so I do not have to realy on any one. And to get in to a industries that is not seasonal as well. That i realy need to think about what I want to do in my life time. my only regreat I have right now about going to school is that I wish that I started to go to college right after I got out of college.

I am currently a third year veterinary student at The University of Illinois. My transition from high school into my undergraduate career was intially overwhelming, to say the least. My GPA at the end of my first quarter at Ohio State was a 2.5 - my counselor at the school actually advised me to chose a new career path. This was a very difficult idea to comprehend, so I was able to focus on my academics while still embracing my undergraduate career, and I graduated from Ohio State with a 3.6 GPA. I would advise myself as a young 18 year old to study hard, even in the first quarter. I would make myself understand that the college experience as a whole is an experience that you should enjoy, but understand and embrace your educational experience as well.

High school Savannah, you are NOT as cool as you think you are. Just because you have many friends in high school does not mean you are going to be the "bee's knees" in college. You are going to expect the next four years(+) to be the time of your life, and you are going to think that making friends will come easily, but making new friends is hard. It's going to be difficult for you to get out of your comfort zone, so I am going to give you the best advice anyone can give you: get involved! Join the yoga club, (I know how much you enjoy yoga), keep your dorm room door open, and go eat with someone random. Even go to those "dorm floor get-togethers (no matter how lame they sound), because I promise you will make friends that way. And if you choose to be your stubborn high school self, and expect people to come to you, then you are severely mistaken, and you will feel as lonely as ever. Do not expect things to be like high school; get out of your comfort zone and enjoy the newness!

I would tell myself this: Dear Kat, This is you from the future. I am currently in my second semester here at The Ohio State University, and I have some advice for you. First off, text your friends more. Even call them sometimes. Your three closest friends are all going to different colleges, and it will be hard to keepin touch. I miss them dearly. Also, please make sure to develop better study habits. It will kill you in college when you put things off until the last second and have to work all night when all you want to do is relax. Please, apply for more scholarships, because the grant money you will get will not cover all of your tuition, and mom and dad need more help. Finally, save some of that money you got for graduation. I can't even remember what I spent it on, but it would have been much more helpful now, since I'm trying to find a new job and am really tight on cash. FInally, please, love yourself and just be smart. Sincerely, Future you.

Apply for all scholarships! Money is always available, you just need to apply yourself and go out and find it. Also, look for ways to make yourself a more rounded person. Being more rounded helps not only with colleges but it also helps with jobs. Participate and volunteer for anything and everything, get your name out there because there is always someone watching and or recruiting in some way or another. Plan ahead with all of your schedule planning and college planning. Figure out what you want then begin making an overall goal. Once you have your goal figured out you then can start to figure out what steps you need to take in order to reach that goal. All of those steps will help you to adapt in case something does not go as planned or if you didnt need a class or even if you didnt get into a specific class. Having a plan will help you think clearly and find other options in place of whatever has happened. Lastly, get to every class at a minimum fifteen minutes early. Getting to class early allows for time to ask questions and to get to know your teacher.

If I were able to go back in time and encounter myself during my senior year, I would certainly advise myself to get up and apply for scholarships. I know I would also explain to myself the importance of enrolling for school earlier than I did last year, because financial aid was an extremely long and ugly process. Additionally, I would also instruct myself to have a little more fun and to enjoy all of my family members and their support because college takes up a lot of time and effort. I initiated school like everyone else I knew around me but, when I reached 7th grade I departed to an online virtual school where I obtained lessons to teach myself. I was able to complete two school grades in one year therefore achieving admittance to High School at the age of twelve. In the middle of my eleventh grade I decided to return to the virtual school. Resulting in my Graduation from High School at the age of fifteen. Lastly, I would tell myself to never give up because the reward in the end will be worth everything.

If I could give advice to myself as a high school senior, I would start off by saying, "Relax!" Coming from a military family, I was well prepared for the college transition, even though I did not know it yet. I moved nine times in 18 years and attended six schools total. I was extremely nervous about making friends and fitting in. It turned out that making it into the Sport and Wellness Scholars Program was one of the best things that had ever happened, other than getting into The Ohio State University, but I was uneasy about my decision at the time. Other than telling myself that I was ready to tackle this challenge, I would also like to tell the high school me to save more money. I work hard to keep myself in school and saving more when I was younger would have helped out a lot now. In conclusion, I would like to be able to tell myself to save money, to enjoy the last months in high school, to reassure myself that I made the best decision possible and that I could never thank my parents and other family enough for everything they have done.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would most definitely tell myself to apply for more scholarships because of the struggle that I am having right now with my finacial expenses. I would also tell myself to not stress so much and be prepared to go through the most memorable moments in my life, some fun, disappointing and sad. I would most important tell myself that everything happens for a reason, so no matter what comes my way, be prepared for the worst, but pray for the best!

I would tell myself not to stress so much over everything, and to actually put the time and effort into every class, even if it's just a general requirement class. Find a good balance between school and fun. College is supposed to be the best years of your life, but these years are also the most important.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would emphasize how important it is to study and keep up on my school work. In high school, studying wasn't always neccessary to get good grades, however it is completely different in college. Every little bit of studying in college counts, and you can't just breeze through things as easily as in high school. I would also like to give my high school self some economic advice. I would tell myself to start saving more, and spend less money because college and living on your own is expensive, and before you know it the loans and bills start to pile up. If I could've given my high school self this advice, I think my transistion to college life would have been much easier and I wouldn't of had to learn all this the hard way.

Thinking back, I now know that I did not try my hardest to do well in school. My grades were average, and that is why I was not accepted into Ohio State for my freshman year. Though I transferred here my sophomore year, I feel that I missed out because I didn't live here in the dorms and make friends in my first year of college. Also, I am behind in school because of transferring and changing my major, and will have to attend Ohio State for a fifth year. Taking this into consideration, I would tell myself to work harder and go above and beyond to reach my potential in high school. This is what Ohio State has taught me to do, and I have an amazing work ethic now. I did have a rough transition in my transfer process, but I am making progress every day, and I've discovered a major I am passionate about. I have grown to love Ohio State, and I am very excited to start the radiation therapy program next year!

When I graduated high school, my bank accounts overruled any possibility of going to college. Not to be deterred, I enlisted into the military service and now, three years later, I am returning to college to fulfill my intrinsic desire for knowledge. The phrase "knowledge is power" is an idiom which has been reiterated to me since my youth, and my worldly experiences in the military showed the great wisdom within this simply constructed phrase of a few ordinary english words. I would advise my highschool self to follow the words of Lewis Carrol to "Start at the beginning. Go until you reach the end, and then stop." When looking where to begin, look within Langston Hughes's poetry to find "First in the heart is the dream, then the mind starts seeking a way." So dream a dream your heart can hold forever, for every moment in life is precious. Start seeking a path to reaching your dreams and don't stop until you reach the end, not a moment beforehand. Follow this advice high school self, because life is supposed to have an antagonist to your protagonist; it ensures character development.

Always be open to new experiences because they are everywhere. Become an active participant in your schools clubs and sports. Remember that friends are important but so are your grades. Don't worry and be happy.

All through high school I allowed my teachers to kind of keep me on track, to guide the class and make announcements ever so often about when major assignments were due. I got so used to that, when I got to college I found myself missing alot of work. After the first semester I finally realized I could never make it without a planner. Which is now my lifesaver, and keeps me ahead of all my classmates who don't see to find it so handy. Also another piece of advice I have is to never give up on an assignment, any grade is better than a zero. If your teacher takes off points for late work, do it anyways. It shows initiative and lets them know you will try hard not to miss another. My last piece of advice is to aim big, aim to be better than everybody and your classmates and teachers will notice.

Be prepared to learn how to study! You don't study much in high school but that will need to change once you enter college. Also, be sure to get involved but not too involved! You still need to have time for a social life and school work!

I would tell myself to get serious about a future goal and keep your head held high when striving for that goal. Transitioning into college, I had no idea what I wanted to study and I was dreading college. Now that I am a college student, I know it isn't dreadful, it is quite the opposite! I am so blessed to be given the opportunity to be a college student and to be able to push myself to a better education. It is so important to set a main goal and have smaller goals along the way. Once you achieve the smaller goals, you will feel that your just one step away from your overall goal. I believe that everything pays off in the end; For instance, the moment you are handed your high school diploma represents all of the education that has been achived from the past 13 years of your life, that is a feeling that you will never forget! When earning your college degree, you will feel that sense of accomplishment all over again, who wouldn't want that?

Before I came to college, I spent a lot of time finding the perfect major. After deciding upon the Nursing major, I assumed that at college I should get involved in purely science organizations and opportunities; therefore, when the OSU autumn involvement fair rolled around I only looked to get involved in science oriented organizations. The main advice I would give myself as a senior in high school is to not be scared to embrace opportunities in my other passions besides science. I have realized that just because I am majoring in a science field does not mean that I have to limit myself to only science activities; instead, I should evenly develop all of my passions. Luckily, Ohio State offers another involvement fair in which I plan to seek out organizations based around community service and theatre, but understanding not to limit myself as a senior in high school would have definitely made my first semester of college enjoyable.

If I could go back to talk with myself as a high school senior, I would tell the younger me that it would have been ok to ask for help. During that time, I was confused and unsure of what to do with my life so I bottled up my frustrations and fumbled through that year. I was always affraid to ask for help, thinking that everyone had their own problems that were worse than mine; it would have been an insult to cry about my lame problems when they could be much worse. If I were to go back, I would tell him that you need help and you must talk to someone, otherwise you will regret it later. I still regret it, even when I seek help now, I think to that time and wonder "How much better off would I ave been had I just said 'help me?'"

I would concentrate more on my studies and worked a little less. I would take more college prep classes which would make the college experience smoother. If I would have had more of the college prep classes in high school I would be more prepared and some of the classes would seem like review in the being , instead of having to learn everything from scratch. I would tell myself to not take any time off and then start college later but get right to it in the fall after high school graduation. I would tell myself to live on campus and get the full experience of the college life , both academically and socially.

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I would first tell myself to be more outgoing and adventurous joining clubs and getting involved. At a school like OSU there are so many opportunities and such a wide variety of clubs and groups that I really wish I had taken more advantage of those opportunities. I did not have a hard time making friends, but this would have made it even easier and would have expanded my friend circle. I would also tell myself to take as many fun classes as possible. There are very few times in life when you can get college credit for going sky diving! Why not take advantage of these opportunities? Overall I think I made the best of my college experience and had a great time here, but I wish I had done these two things to make it an even better experience.

Your whole life college has been coming at you like a glacier–intimidating, mysterious, and unstoppable–moving at a rate of just inches per year. It was ok to think of it that way for awhile but it's just around the corner and it's fight or flight. Prepare for what's coming. College is an investment: huge opportunity and a huge pricetag. You may think you understand how big some of these numbers are now but don't fool yourself; you need to apply for scholarships. You can't wait until college becomes a massive pile of debt. College is a time of transition as well. It's a place where the only time you're ever alone is when you're using the restroom. The lifestyle change is going to feel awkward at first but you have to go in with an open mind. The work is also probably going to fatigue you and stress you in ways unimaginable to a high schooler, but it'll shape and stimulate you. Professors know what they're doing afterall. In the end though, remember one thing above all else: college is worth it.

That is a tough question. If I could go back in time and talk to my self as a high school senior about what I know now, I will tell myself to start searching for scholarships now before applying to any universities or accepting to go to a univerity of my choice. Out of state fees are way more expensive than in state fees and I will advise myself to apply for universities within the state that I am a resident. If I plan to go out of state then I will prepare my younger self about the costs of tuition plus housing and help advise myself to do what I need to do to ensure that everything will be taken care of so I will not go in and get blind side by hidden college fees. I will also tell myself that more than one roommate is not so bad because I am rooming with five girls and we all get along well and respect each other and our things which is great and a good experience of college life with other students majoring in different studies. Lastly, I will advise myself to stay strong and never give up.

I would tell myself that it is going to be a long tiring task to get all the scholarship and grants need to succeed and not have to worry about having loans in the future. Start now and stop procrastinating on getting the financial help need to expand my education and begin a career. No matter what don’t think about it as “Oh there’s always tomorrow” because tomorrow comes and goes and then your scrounging to get grants and scholarships. I’d also tell myself to take my time and search multiple websites to get as many scholarships and as much financial help as possible.

Hey... younger Logan... stop freaking out. Take a deep breath, collect yourself, and stop biting your nails. Seriously, stop. That's disgusting. Since I'm you, I know that your biggest worry is getting to college and immediately failing out within the first week. Well, it doesn't work like that. You have to complete a semester first. Then you can fail out. But that's not going to happen, because, although you're not nearly as smart as you say you are, you're a hell of a lot smarter than you think you are. You will not be overwhelmed. This is undergrad, not medschool. Classes will be more difficult than highschool, but not unrealistically so. You won't be writing ten page essays every night as you seem to believe. They'll ease you into it. Just make sure you study a bit more. Again, it's not highschool. Just memorizing notes doesn't work anymore. Especially for calculus. Always study for calculus.... Don't stress over what will come, because you can't conquer a challenge which does not yet exist. When you climb a mountain, you start at its base, not the foothill a mile away.

If I could go back, I would have to give myself course-advice. I would warn myself about taking Honors Chemistry, which was the hardest experience of my life. However, I would not tell myself not to do it. Many of my friends took the class, and I think the difficulty of the course has affected my study habits and changed me as a person. I think the biggest thing I would tell myself is to talk to other people in the beginning. As an introvert, making friends is hard because I don't like to put myself out there and risk rejection. It has been very difficult to integrate myself with classmates, when they already had their circles made by the time I realized that I had to put the effort in. Finally, I would tell myself to let myself have fun. It wasn't until Spring Quarter of my Freshman year that I learned how much fun college can be, and I regret it. Not wanting to drink and go to parties, I never realized that simply getting dinner or seeing a movie with friends, or volunteering, can be the funnest part of my week

As a senior in high school, I was excited to get to college, everyone in my class was. We had a countdown calendar to graduation in our cafeteria and each day we watched in anticipation as we got closer to starting the next chapter of our lives. I spent my classes daydreaming of the freedom and the new opportunities that I would get in a few months. Now, as a college student, if I could go back in time to talk to that impatient senior, I would tell myself, “Slow down, appreciate the present and do not focus only on the future. Stop rushing through one of the best times of your life. College is everything you are expecting it to be and more, but you will never get the time you have now back. Enjoy doing chores at home and having a curfew. Cherish the friends sitting in the desks around you because before long they will be across the state. Relax and stop stressing out so much about money, everything will work out in the end. Love your family and friends endlessly because soon, you will be starting a new and unforgettable journey of your life.”

I could advise myself like others have advised me- to take a range of classes, talk with my counselor, and major in a degree that makes me happy. But how cliché? If I had the chance to myself advice on the college transition, I would advise myself LIVE. In order to live one must LEARN. Learn how to interact, breath, speech, walk, and eat. Part of the college experience is also learning. Not just in the studies but learn who you are, what you like and what you don’t like. College is the foundation of life, so learn a little while you are there. INTERACTION is another part of living life. As a transforming student, I would advise myself to interact: with other students, with professors, with different cultures, and with different values. When you go to college, VARY yourself as a person. Add variety to your life and sprinkle in diversity. The last part, but not least important, EDUCATION. Don’t forget the reason you are attending college is to hit the books. It’s hard not to drown in studies but one of my favorite question is, “Are you living or are you existing?”

I would tell myself to prepare for hard work. I was always the person who got good grades with seemingly no effort, but this has truly changed in college. If I could go back I would teach myself how to properly study for classes, so that I would not have had to learn how to do that this year. I would also tell myself that the people you meet in college are better than anyone you've met thus far. The college atmosphere has a way of transforming people to become the best that they can be. Everyone is more open and willing to do what they want to achieve true happiness. There is so much less pressure to fit in and more opportunity to define who you truly are.

If I had the opportunity to give myself advice about college when I was a high school senior, I would tell myself to go to a college that I knew I would love, and not to go somewhere just because it "made more sense." Picking a college is about more than just picking where to get an education, it's deciding where to live for the next four years of your life, and its deciding, for the rest of your life, where you want to be able to call "my alma mater." The next piece of advice I would give myself is to pick a major that lets me follow my dream and not to pick something that I'll be able to do well. Doing something well doesn't mean that I'll enjoy doing it. The final piece of advice that I would give myself would be to join a student organization so that I could get to know more people and make the most of my college experience.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have plenty of college-related advice to give myself. I would begin by telling myself to practice my time management skills during my senior year, because they don't let you test the water when you get to college--they push you into the deep end and assume that you can swim. I would also make sure to emphasize the importance of meeting as many people as possible during the first few weeks at Ohio State. I met plenty of great people during my first semester, but I feel like I could have been even more outgoing during the chaotic nights of Autumn and perhaps I could have met some more friends. Lastly, I would warn myself not to leave my key in the room when I go to take a shower. It's a major hassle to have to walk to the front desk in a towel, and I've done it way too many times. Those are the three things that I believe would be most important to tell my high school self before transitioning to college.

It's ok to be afraid of a bigger school. It's ok to be afraid of new things. Just don't give up and don't miss the few chances that life could give you to succeed. This can only make you a better person. You are very good in art. I know that it's scary being judged and afraid to fail, but you have to try. Don't wait two years to find that courage inside of you. In college you will take studying more serious because you are working towards your future. It will help you mature and make decisions on your own. it will help you become more independent and do things you thought you could never do. Yes it can be expensive sometimes, but that won't stop you. You will find help one way or another even if rejection scares you, it only makes you stronger. Stay strong and work hard, it will all pay off in the end.

If I were to go back into time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself many things. The most important thing I would ask myself is what do I enjoy doing most? When deciding a major, one has to be careful what they choose. Being between three majors can easily dissuade someone from choosing what they would love to do in life. Having a mindset, or at least having a good idea of what someone wants to do can make a significant difference in how they approach school. I would also tell myself to keep learning and not to blow off work just because I'm graduating high school. I would try and motivate myself to work hard to go into college strong. And the final thing I would tell myself is once I move into the dorms, to go around the dorm and make friends right away rather than waiting a couple weeks to talk to people. Making friends first thing helps build relationships that can benefit both people because each can help each other with work and form study groups.

Going back in time and talking to myself as a high school senior, my best advice would be to focus on school and nothing but school. I would definitely advice myself to enroll in early college as that's the greatest opportunity in pursuing a college degree at a young age. Also, I would advise myself to start saving as soon as I got my first paycheck, time value of money; I did not know about that. For me growing up I really missed out on having a person in my life that would give me such golden pieces of advice. Finally, I would tell myself that things happen for a reason and I should not focus on the negative effects. However, I should use these experiences to move forward and make the best out of them. It's not a bad thing to fail but the worse is to not even try, so I would advise myself that's not the end of the world just keep trying.

I would tell my self to let no one or anything discourage you from accomplishing your goals. Even if you think that you are failing never give up because it will pay off in the end. Don't get caught up with the social life because it will only distract you from your ultimate goal. Always stay ahead in your classes because there will be times where unfortunate circumstances arise, which put you even futher behind. Always take adavantage of any tutoring opportunities that come your way. Never be ashamed to ask questions, because more than likely there will be many other people wanting to know the answer as well. Never put off things to the last minute because it will cause you not to put forward your best effort. Lastly, I would tell myself that this is nowhere near the same as high school. Everyone here is just as smart as you are and are just as determined as you are. Professors will not allow late work as teachers did in high school and they will not treat you as if you are not capable. You are responsible for your self and will suffer if you slack off.

Going back in time to high school I would tell myself to be more adventurous throughout college. Some of the greatest memories and decisions I have made at school have had been from taking risks. One of my greatest decisions was to try out for the Club Ultimate Frisbee team. This is where I made a family for myself at school. My team is one of the most important parts of my life, and I love being involved in such a fun club that keeps me active, outdoors, and laughing. Another recent risk I took was to participate in a Habitat for Humanity trip over winter break. I got in a 12 passenger van at four a.m. planning to drive 16 hours down to Mississippi—and wow was it worth the drive. Over the course of the week I experienced culture-shocked in my own country! I had never been to the South and Mississippi was the Deep South. A slow, twangy people with sweet tea and big hearts, I found myself enjoying every encounter I made on the trip. Helping to build and fix houses was the icing on top.

I would tell myself to do a lot more research regarding: majors, financial aid, scholarships,, and most imporantly student loans and credit cards. I was irresponsbile and ignorant about the money I borrowed. I wish I could go back in time and tell myself these things because I know I would do things a lot differently. I also would tell myself to not go to a school just because all of my friends were going there. But most importantly, to find an equal balance of social life and school. It is so easy to get caught up in being social that you forger about school and slack off. It's a cliche, but I wish I knew then what I know now.

If I could go back and give my senior self advice, I would tell myself to not worry about the distance. Even though my home is hours away, the community is so great that it feels like home. I would tell myself to not worry about the size of campus. Once you get to know the buildings they become extensions of yourself. I would also tell senior me not to worry about making friends. The people you meet in college are some of the most amazing people you will ever meet and although some relationships might not work out, still embrace the time you have with those people.

You can't expect everything to just naturally fall into place. In high school, you could just "float by"; you had automatic friends, easily obtained grades, and instant relationships with teachers. In college, you actually have to work for everything. The people at college haven't known you since you were born; they don't know anything about you at all. They don't know that you are only sometimes quiet, or sometimes wisecracking, or sometimes lazy. They're going to go by first impressions, so you have to make them count. You have to actually go and show everyone what you're about, or you're just going to be a nameless face in a sea of nearly identical faces.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself alot. College is alot more difficult that I had anticipated. I would say to myself to always ask for help because the professors are always more than willing to help you if you simply ask. I would tell myself to learn better studying habits and not to procrastinate, two things that I don't do very well that could definitely use improvement. Finally, I would tell myself to have a good time and get involved and meet as many new people as possible because that's the college experience and you should enjoy every second of it.

If I could go back and talk to myself in high school, I would tell myself to not to worry about trying to figure out what I want to do with the rest of my life, that's what college is for. I would remind myself to take classes that sound interesting to me and decide a major from there. Also, I would say to just be myself. The campus is a huge place and there are plenty of people for me to make friends with. I would also want to say to get out there, do what makes you happy, don't let anything hold you back, these are the best years of your life, enjoy them!

Some advice I’d give students when choosing where to go to college, “First, follow your heart, but there are still some other factors you should acknowledge.”Talk to your parents, think distance from home, and check out the swimming poolGo to a class or two, taste some food, and imagine yourself at the school.Do you want a small school, big school, prominent Greek life or no? Are sports teams important? Or would you prefer a place where people discuss Vincent Van Gogh?However you answer these questions, I’d hint that Ohio State has everythingFrom science experts to sports fanatics to poetry connoisseurs, you’ll be able to spread your wings.Be a dreamer, optimistic, and excited tooBut be realistic, open-minded and don’t go for that school that wears blue!

I would have told myself to just go for it! Move to that big city and the big college and love every minute of it because it's something that you can only do once. I would have told myself to make sure you stay on top of your classes and talk to the professor as much as you can. Plan study groups and go to all the events. I would have said, stop being so shy and meet new people, try new things and meet all of your goals that you MUST set for yourself before starting college. It's a huge change, so don't be scared, embrace it, love it and always remember the good moments.

Going off to college was a bit scary and often I would worry endlessly about exams, assignments, what classes I needed to take, etc. I would tell myself to enjoy college life more--go out more with friends, and experience the city surrounding the campus. I would also advise joining groups or taking classes that I thought I would not have an interest in. Often, my favorite elective courses were those that I did not expect to like but ended up really enjoying. I would also highly encourage studying abroad. While I did do this during undergrad and had a wonderful experience, I wish I would have studied abroad at least one more time. It was an eye-opener to live in another country and experience a different culture. It taught me a lot about myself and most importantly, who I wanted to become once I returned to the United States and what type of career would best serve my interests. Finally, I would tell myself that everything was going to work out in the end and that going to college was the best decision of my life.

Dear High School Self, I know you’re scared about going to a school that’s 15 hours away from home; you don't know a single soul at Ohio State. If you’re worried about making new friends, here’s my advice: take the initiative and start a conversation with a stranger. Sure, some conversations will be awkward but you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make friends that way! When it comes to academics, I have crucial advice: do not procrastinate, do your homework, take exams very seriously, do not procrastinate, study in places with no distractions, oh and DO NOT PROCRASTINATE! You may be used to getting all A’s and B’s in high school, but in college, it’s much harder to achieve those grades than you think. So learn how to say no to your friends who always want to go out and make sure to hit the books. Remember: education comes first. You’ll always have time for friends later. College is where you make mistakes, make memories, and where you make your dreams come to life. It'll be a long journey, but it’s the destination that counts.

College is a microcosm. This phrase captures very well what post-secondary education is all about. A student’s college life is sprinkled with bits of everything – from grades and classes, to friends and parties, to junk food and working out. It is a mini world which gives us experience we would not be able to gain elsewhere, and builds our characters and personalities, preparing us for the rest of our lives. My advice to you, a high school senior, is to keep an open mind. Be willing to try new things; join that skydiving club of which you have heard so much, take that “How to Raise a Revolution” class that every upperclassman raves about, try your hand at that dining hall chef job. The list does not stop. Be open to people of different cultures and, and give that mango chutney a try! College is the one time in life when you have the chance to truly expand your horizons and get a little taste of all that the world has to offer. Do not let it slip by. Study hard, balance your life, and college will remain in your memory as “the best years of your life!”

College Admissions officers see that you have been involved and see how hard you have worked. They appreciate the dedication you have shown and effort put forth in your academics, community involvement, leadership positions and extra curricular activities. You have truly presented yourself as a well rounded applicant. Remember, sometimes less is more. It's not necessary to over-involve yourself; universities appreciate consistency and quality over quantity. The stress associated with participating in every opportunity presented is not worth it. Finally, relax and have faith that you will be successful.