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You need to become serious about what you want to do in life. Buckle down and study harder. Don't let anyone tell you you can't do something. Take college prep classes so you can learn the difference between academic writing and research and high school research and writing.

The transition between high school and college is not bounded by only the education level. If I could go back to senior year of high school right now, I would tell myself to be more appreciative of what my parents are doing for me. I would tell myself that I need to value the 18 hour work days my father has as a hardworking truckdriver. Another bit of information I'd tell myself is that I can not enter college with the high school mentality. The material and level of difficulty at Ohio State is far past high school. I would tell myself that I need to prepare for exams a whole lot more than I did when I attended high school. All together, I would tell myself that a change needs to be made, and that college requires a more grown up mentality than high school does.

I would tell myself to focus on studying well, and giving your best effort for every assignemnt no matter how insignificant it may seem. I would tell my senior self that the consequences of failing classes and being lazy in college has a much greater impact on your opportunity to move forward with your education than it does in highschool. And to take the time to do quality work for each class, even if it means you have to sacrifice a few weekends hanging out with friends. Most of all I would tell my senior self to do what you love. Don't overthink the future or let anyone persuade what you really want to learn from school, take risks, learn something you never thought you could, and always keep a positive attitude.

I would tell myself to really consider my values and where I want to go in life. As a transfer student, I have found that just because a place feels right, doesn't mean it is the best fit for you. I would tell myself to really consider my family and personal life as huge factors in the decision making. Also job opportunities and social life.

College life is not guided anymore. You are now seen as an adult who can make decisions on your own. There are also challenges that you have to face. It is not just academic challenges, but many other aspects of life as well. Things like planning the finances and trying to get the money to get through 4 years of college. Could see that there are so many college students around that are balancing their studies and a part time job at the same time to make ends meet, and by seeing that you know that you are stepping into adulthood. You will also meet a lot of people in college: people who will help you, hurt you or deliver to you a lesson in life that you will never forget. Treat everyone you meet in college with sincereity, because it is not just about academics it is also about learning a lesson from every single person you meet. I have learnt so much from the people I have met in college and they open my eyes to things. Lastly, treasure your college life. College is expensive and one is considered fortunate to be able to complete the 4 years.

College is hugely different from high school. You can't expect professors to spoon-feed you information. You need to keep your mind sharp, keep yourself motivated, and have an active desire to learn. That may require taking extra time out of your day to study and teach yourself. You can't just coast through it, easily, like you may have done in high school. You also need to keep an open mind. You may already have your values and character determined by the end of your senior year, but college is your first glimpse at the real world; it's important to keep an open mind to new ideas and opinions and apply those to your own thought process and ideas. Lastly, and most importantly, accept people as they are and be willing to put aside judgement to understand their background and reasons for the person that they are. College is a big difference from high school. Stay focused.

Don't get so obsessed with the idea of going to a fancy private university. You'll be happier if you don't let all your hopes ride on getting into [insert name of crazy prestigious university here].

I would advice myself to appreciate college, to pursue what you love. Make sure to make the right choices specially in spending money and learning to save. Do everything with the best of your abilities and never give up or get discourage.

I have learned a lot about myself and college since I have became a member of the Ohio State community. I think the most crucial information I could have given my past self is to not be afraid to step out of my shell and meet new people. Coming from a rural, hometown country environment to the second largest university in the United States was a real shock. Learning how to take the busses, learning what city blocks are like, walking everywhere instead of driving, all of that was completely foriegn to me. Not to mention, everywhere was wall-to-wall people of whom I wanted to interact but didn't know how to-- I had know the same one hundred kids all my life, and now I knew nobody. I fell I've become accustomed to campus lifestyle, and could kick myself right now for not making relationships with people I have met because I was too unfamiliar with stepping outside of my comfort zone. I would tell the past me to be the charismatic leader I am with friends and apply it to my first few weeks on a campus full of not strangers, but potential friends.

When applying for college, I felt fearless. I only applied for one school in California and the rest of my applications were spread out accross the country because I thought leaving home would be easy. Not being afraid to apply to schools out of state was a great decision, but I wish I would have known the reality of leaving home is a lot harder than I ever anticipated. If given the chance, I would tell myself to embrace my senior year for the aspects that I wouldn't get to enjoy after moving out of state and away from family. Moving to Ohio State after the perfect senior year of high school and most enjoyable summer, I was in no way prepared to leave such great things behind. I spent the first eighteen years of my life in Southern California and there are so many things that I never got to do. Every day is an opportunity and with all the changes we experience in life, some opportunites end so that others can begin. The important thing is that we make the most of the opportunites in front of us while we still have the opportunity to do so.

The advice I would give myself is study and read more everyday because the more you do these things the better learner you become in life. Make sure you have transportation & couragement to get you back and forth to school everyday. I know it is very difficult to get where you want to be in life when you have noone there to comfort and help you along the line. Whatever you do DONT GIVE UP..KEEP STRIVING FOR THE BEST!!

Knowing what I know now I would advise my younger self to really embrace the changes that the college experience brings. Those changes and experiences and how we navigate them is how we begin to redefine ourselves as adults. I would suggest letting go of the fear and doubt surrounding the prospect of leaving home and the safety of my parents. I would encourage myself to explore as many different cultures and ideologies as I can because there will never again be such a melting pot of diversity so readily available. I would challenge myself to gather the life stories and histories of as many different types of people as I come in contact with in order to enrichen and expand an open mind. And lastly I would wish for myself to live in the moment and take each day as it comes, leaving the past behind me and the future open to any and all possibilities.

Don't take life so seriously. It's important to live in the moment and enjoy every part of the experience that College has to offer. Study, finish your homework and partake in the College clubs. There is something for everyone! So many things can be learned outside of the classroom as well. Don't be afraid to meet new people, this world has so many wonderful people in it. That includes you, so get out there! Please know that in order to reach your dreams you need to work as hard as you can. This will take a lot of will and determination, but is within reach. Going to College isn't as scary as some think. It is a huge opportunity to show the world who you are, and be the best that you can be. In order to be successful in life you need to be confident in who you are and what you have to offer. Be proud, be bold, and don't let others tell you how high to dream.

Knowing what I know now, i'd tell myself not to be nervous or anxious about college because my high school did a great job of preparing me and helping me develop good study habits . Although I went to a very small high school it taught me how to get along with a diverse student population, and to get involved in the activities taking place. I would tell myself to be confident, friendly, and assertive and to enjoy the college experience because it is unique in the life of every individual. I would also remind myself that I have a strong supportive family that will be there for me whenever I need them. I'd tell myself that meeting new people and making new friends on my own is part of the growing and maturing process that is developed at it's best in a campus atmosphere.

Catrina, learn to manage your time. That’s the best advice I can give you. When it comes down to it college is about managing your time wisely, maybe there’s a party Saturday night but you also have a 5 page paper due in your composition class. School naturally comes first, do your paper then spend your extra time on fun things such as a party. I have noticed the more time put into studying a specific concept in a class can help you better understand the class as a whole. If you spend more time trying to understand the specifics of a class then you will spend less time on homework and less time on a test. This will in turn give you more free time outside of class. It’s that easy. Maybe you don’t understand something fully in a class, find a tutor. I can’t stress that enough. Just because the class was harder than you thought doesn’t mean you need to give up. A tutor can help you cut down on time spent on a specific subject. Remember college requires more time.

First, I would start by making sure I studied more on my own, and give myself real life excercises pertaining to that subject of study. I would make sure to pay my medical bills, they are having an adverse effect on applying for loans and particular lines of credit that would come in handy to purchase the required laptop for my courses. I did very well in practicing abstinence and using protection, so I don't have to worry about furthering my education while raising children. I would make sure to save money while I have a good job, instead of just piddling it all away on teen joy's, and technological toys. I would tell myself to invest in Google, Dell, and Hyundai. Knowing what I know today, I would make sure I complete that conversion of my gasoholic Civic to Ethanol, bio-diesel, or hydrogen. I would make myself take notes on the shool years with the cheapest loan interst rates, which It's not too bad right now compared to that of the past few years. And for the grand-finale, I would make sure to do plenty of research on Scholarshiops and Grants! Thank you!

The one thing I would tell my high school senior self is that time moves faster than you ever would have expected it to. I would advise myself to, first of all, apply for many more scholarships while I was still in high school. I remember desperately trying to convince my father six months ago to let me come to The Ohio State University because he absolutely did not want me (or himself) to pay so much for an education. I worried for months about getting too attached to the school just in time for my father to pull me out after a year because of the cost. Now that I'm here, I do adore my school and I don't regret coming here. I realized that everyone is in the same boat as me. Everyone is broke and everyone just wants to make friends. College is not as intimidating as I assumed it would be. I would have told my high school senior self to not worry and just 'roll with it.' I'm working hard to maintain my grades and I am promising myself that I will earn scholarships to complete my education at this amazing school.

I would tell myself to start applying for scholarships from the start, and to start getting involved with research opportunities immediately. I'd also tell myself to lay off on the heavy drinking, because it quickly becomes a habit.

If I were back in High School as a senior, knowing what I know now at 30, I would have been much more outgoing and involved with my studies. If I had been I would be much further ahead in my education by now. I put off getting a degree for a long time and now I am playing catch up. I would have taken advantage of the opportunities for scholarships available. Knowing what I know now I would have definately taken my classes more seriously and just toughed through the boredom of some of them and focused more on doing the best work possible for a high GPA. I would have loved to have been on the honor roll! I don't take my education so lightly anymore. You definately need a degree to be competitive in todays workforce, especially if you want to earn a decent wage. Over preparing for furthering your education and for life in general is some of the best insurance you can give yourself.

If i could go back and give myself advice as a high school senior, it would be to follow your heart and dont live someone elses dream. I lived my life wanting to please others,that in the process I lost who I was always meant to be. All my life i loved to help those in need, volunteering here and there as a young girl. Through all of that, I tricked my self into thinking that I would be this wonderful journalist only because that is what others wanted me to be. But now I stand here today proud to be a nursing student and future nurse, and know that I made the right decision for me. But in the end life is a about experiences and going through trials and tribulations to get to where you want to be eventually.

Take a minute, close your eyes, and just breathe. Never forget what has brought you to this point in your life: the people and the experiences that have shaped you into the person you are. Be proud! Hold your head high the second you step foot on that campus. Have faith in who you are and what you're capable of. You know that you can achieve anything you put your mind to. You've spent the past 18 years of your life waiting for this moment. Don't be afraid of failute. This is a new chapter in your life, one that you can't prepare for, but just have to experience. You know who you are. You know how determined you are. Never lose that passion. That's what makes you, you. Be excited. These are some of the greatest years of your life, where you may meet some of the most influential people in your life. I know you're ready. Don't doubt yourself. You have so many people who have faith in you, so have faith in yourself. You can and you will succeed! Remember, just breathe. And GO BUCKS!

My advice would be more persistant and be more confident. It really helps out in the long run. If I would have just been more persistant I would have been able to get more accomplished and have more to show for my life. Unfortunately, you will have to go through all of the trials and errors that I did to get to where you are today. But do not worry, you definately become a much better person. One other thing that you will definately need is to be more confident. You won't be a happy motivated person right out of high shcool, and you should really change that. show people how great of a person you are. Show them your better side, because when you love yourself others will love you too. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions or you might not make it through psychology. Just a little hint to study hard. I hope you do well in your life with this. Live well, and prosper.

I wish I would have had someone in my life to tell me that not going to college right away wouldn't be seen as a failure. I was too proud to take a year off from school to figure out what I wanted to do with my life, so instead, I wasted my freshman year in college. I felt aimless, and lacked the necessary personal investment in my classes to do as well as I should have. My grades suffered, and I lost some of the scholarships I had won coming out of high school. I needed the time to mature and think critically about where I wanted my life to go, and college wasn't the place for me to do that. I wish I had taken the money I spent going to college to travel for a year, rather than struggle through general education courses and feeling lost.

I would tell myself to keep pushing and push harder. During my senior year I was focused for the most part. I applied early for colleges and did many scholarships. I would tell myself to not procrastinate on somethings, so that my essays for some scholarships could be better written.

~ Stay fouces ~ Study harder ~ Ask alot of questions ~Do your best ~Step out of the box ~Get alot of rest ~Eat a good breakfest

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to always be aware and pay attention to certain deadlines for the fafsa, grants, scholarships, etc. I would also tell myself to get involved and meet many friends to share my experience with. Being a procrastinator is not something that will work in college, so I would definitely tell myself to get work done a little before it is due because you never know the work load that will be given. Finally I would tell myself to be aware of my surroundings. When entering college you are on your own now. There will be no guardian to hold your hand to protect you. Make good decisions and not ones that will hurt your future.

I am an incoming freshman this year at The Ohio State University, so I don't know for certain what college life is like. However, I do have an idea of what it will entail from years of hearing from teachers, friends, and siblings. From them I have compiled my top three words of wisdom that I would offer my senior year in high school self. First I would say to get and stay involved. Putting your foot in the door in as many areas as possible is the best way to open up opportunities for yourself. If you are active in high school you're sure to continue in college. Second would be to develop good study habits early. By starting a good work ethic in high school, like the adage "practice makes perfect" suggests, your study skills will have perfected by the time your in college. Finally, don't change who you are. In high school it is easy to skew your morals and beliefs to become "cool." The stress, freedom college allows, and peer pressure, can make it easy to lose sight of your true self.

You have to be strong. It's been very easy to let everything fall into place until this point. College is going to shape you more than you'd imagine. It's hard to believe, but it's more than a chance for a career, it's how you transit into adulthood. High school holds your hand more than you likely give it credit for. That isn't to say that you need to face it all alone. Yes, you need to take these steps on your own. You should know, however, you have a wonderful network of friends, family and loved ones right beside you through it all. In the time leading to now, you're going to discover many interesting things about yourself. You're going to feel the sting of losing someone close, and you're going to feel love. You're going to make some mistakes, and you're going to have quite a few victories. All of this sounds daunting, and it is. But the strength inside to face it all is already there, you just need to face it. Everything's all so scary, but I know you can do it.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to stay focused and finish with the best grades that I can, because I would soon be attending college. Higher learning was never in my plans. Being born in a low income family, I never thought I would get this chance in life, or be able to pay for it. Now, I am on my way to earning a bachelors degree. If It werent for the help of grants and scholarship opportunities such as this one, my new dreams wouldn't be possible. I am thankful there are chances like this that can help make affording college a reality for me. I wish I knew about all these oppertunities when I was in high school, I wouldn't have wasted three years after I graduated before I came here. I wish I had known then what I do now. The advice I would give myself is, to plan on going to college.

Growing up, I lived in an equitable neighborhood. With no health insurance, an accident led me to believe it was family’s fault for not being able to pay. I then blamed the poor, alcoholics, and criminals for their plights. Due to physical and emotional abuse, harassment, and my best friend being illegal, by the time I was a high school senior; I ran away hoping to fall in love, make money, and leave my past behind. After a few years, I stood up to a relative who attempted to hit my mother, now preach justice and not discrimination, and learn and interact with my instructors and the community about postive change. I no longer blamed the poor, alcoholics, and criminals for taking the routes they did to survive. I attended a community college and advocated social justice on various topics from education to crime. I desire to be a doctor to help underserved communities and am now transferring to UCLA for Human Biology and Society. My advice would state, “Don’t be afraid of who you are and what you have been through. Enjoy your life and always remember to serve a purpose to better the lives of others.”

The advice I would give myself if I could go back in time is; to stay focuced. I have always wanted a family and I believe family is important. I would suggest that you wait to have kids till after you graduate college. It is much harder to be a single parent and a college student. Another very important thing is grades are very important. The better your grades are the more scholorships you will qualify for and the more likly you are to get into a good university. So don't slack off and work very hard and stay focused on your goals. And lastly remember always stay in today and the next indicated step. Worry about the class you have now and not on what is to come.

If I could go back in time to speak with my high school senior self on how to successfully transition to college life I would lay out a few simple steps. Step one is get out of your room, overcome the urge to hide, and get to know those around you. Once you step onto campus you leave your old support structure of friends and family behind and it is easy to feel alone and lost. To get past this rough patch you have to get to know the people on your floor but know that you will make new friends. Second get involved with at least one student organization on campus or in your hall. Having a purpose will make the sprawling Ohio State campus seem more like your own backyard. The third step would be to get the drop on your classes early and not to let up till your last final is finished. It can be suprisingly easy to forget that the main reason you're in college is to gain an education, get a degree, and graduate. And finally the most important step is to be yourself and know that you will be successful.

If I could turn back time, I would make life just a little easier for my high school senior self. I would tell her that everything would be alright and give her a few pieces of advice. First, I would show her a website that helps make the perfect schedule so that scheduling at orientation would be less of a headache. I'd tell her that friends would come; it just takes time and being outgoing. Encouraging involvement would be a top priority, starting with getting to know the hall director of my residence hall, which could come in handy when applying for jobs later. I would be an advocate for the importance of going to football games and taking a study break. I would convince myself at the recreation facility wasn't overwhelming, so I could have used it more first quarter. I would tell myself that by the end of the year, I wouldn't be ready to go home, and that I would fall in love with OSU even more. I would close with the reminder to work hard and be happy because if I work on those, life at college goes smoothly.

Don't go into college expecting to continue your high school routine. Academics in college are much more demanding than in high school and this is coming from someone who took nine AP classes. You need to be ready to devote alot of your time in the library or sitting in your dorm trying to master the material. The best way to approach a college classes is to go ready to master the basics. The first two weeks of the semester or quarter are the most crucial. The rest of the class will build on the information you learn the first two weeks. So if you dont understand something in the first week, seek help then! Do not wait until you fail your first quiz to try and find a tutor or go talk to a professor. Do it then! Get to know your profesors because they will be the most valuable resource when it comes to trying to pass a difficult course. `As to your social life. Dont overwhelm yourself with trying to do to much. Pick up to three activities you really want to get involved with and try to move up in those organizations.

Hello Raheem Massenburg. Please save 55{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of your pay check now untill we graduate college with a MA.... Also we did it! We made it to our goal and even if I am not done with schoo. You can always make it easier for us by going to each mile. We are the first in our family to go to school! Everyone is counting on us to become great, mainky mom! lol Times will be tough but it is up to us to stand up and fight on. Dont forget the goals and yourself on the way to success. and believe it or not there are a few people who want you to fail to prove they were right. But they were wrong because I am here and you are showed even that wasnt your intention. Always gor forward and stay focus on your dream. it will help us in the future.

It is important to understand that everybody attending college is extremely intelligent as well; that is why they are there. It is not worth the headache to have the mentality of wanting to be number one all of the time. It is more important to try your hardest and once you know you have put everything you can into your work, you know you will do well. Task and time management are important. Try zoning out your time for homework and studying for each class. You may not always need to follow the rule that says 2 hours of homework for every 1 credit hour, however if you have extra time, then you should practice more. Use all of the resources that the school offers because you are paying for them, be that homework help, tutoring, computer labs, fitness centers, recreational facilities or libraries. Doing so will make life easier and your work that much better.

Don't stress so much about college life and academics. You've worked so hard throughout high school to prepare for this, and you'll do fine. Be open to meeting new people and making new friends. I know you're terrified about being away from home and everything you've ever known and that's to be expected, but don't let that fear keep you from the wonderful experiences that college has to offer you. I wasted my first two years of college not getting involved because I was thinking about being home, & I regret it. Don't make that same mistake. Go out and get involved. Meet new people. Try new things. Go new places. Maybe even fall in love like I have. This is your time and your chance to spread your wings and find who you are and where your place is in this world. Know that it's okay to make mistakes because there will be plenty of them. Know that it's also okay to change your mind; you'll do that plenty too. This is the time to put your best foot forward and be you. Go out and discover yourself!

If I could go back to when I was a senior in high school, I would tell myself to be more open to life. College is definitely one of the best times in my life (that I remember). The amount of indepenence that comes with college life is definitely a con. But with great power comes great responsibility, eh? In college, you have to plan your whole day and learn how to set aside time for fun, and time for studying. Studying everyday I have heard would help ease the crazy load of exam week studying, which I had to get used to fast since I started college with a total of 9 Honors Courses my freshmen year. This new studying technique is something I am definitely going to try out next year. Other than that, I think people seem to forget how easy it is to make friends. Just show up to an activity, and there you have it. A group of eager students looking for friends, just like you. Be involved, and you will have blast. I admit I miss high school but I know that once I am out of college, I will miss it the same.

The best piece of advice I can offer you is to work hard. I know you already have a good work ethic, put it never hurts to turn it up a notch. The hard work you put in now will pays off dividends in your future. Being dedicated and determined should not just be characteristics of your school work, but something that you strive for all aspects of your life. When you are passionate about something you believe in, it’s contagious to other individuals and it inspires them to become greater people and maximize their full potential. The hard work you put in not only helps yourself, put also all those others who surround you. Make sure you put in the work now, so that when the time is right, you can reap the rewards of your dedication. Pay no attention to those who try and bring you down with their pessimism and doubt. Perseverance will get you through this and lead you to separate yourself from others and to truly become the best possible person you can be.

In High School I was a very shy and not very outgoing child. I would tell myself to be mroe open to trying new things and going outside of my comfort zone. My senior year wasn't as great as I thought it would be. I should have been more open and free. (Not to the extent of doing awful things. but I rarely went out at all.) Being more prepared is what I would also tell myself. Being the oldest and first to go to college none of us (my parents or I) really understood what was in store or what we should do. I don't think it ever really made sense to me just how important college visits and things like that were. If I had to do it all over again I would be more willing to try different schools and see whats all out there. I kept putting it off in hoping it would make me stay a kid, but in realtiy it just hurt me more because I wasn't aware of just how much I was losing out on. I have finally began to be myself and its the best feeling EVER.

Dear 16-year-old Jemille, Congratulations on graduating early. You’re being pressured to go to college right away. You should take a year off while working to decide what you really want to do. When selecting your school, try to look at how well-rounded the program is. The difference between an education at CalArts and an education at CSUN is enormous. Both schools can be fun if you make them fun. As hard as it is, since your school options are close to home, deal with your folks until you graduate. I know this is not what you want to hear, but you will thank me. Most of the things that you are looking forward to in dorm life are exactly what you should be trying to avoid. Speaking of the wrong crowds, you should stick with your choir friends. They’re good people and they care about you. This new party group that you’ve joined is not going to take you anywhere. You will have some fun times, lots of scary times, and it will take you years to recover. I love you and please take my advice. You will thank me! 32-year-old Jemille

Work as hard as you can, and don't get behind. While it is important to have a life and enjoy your time at school, make sure you don't waste time and keep up with your classes. Cramming for exams doesn't help in the long run and setting aside time each day for course work and studying will make a huge difference.

The first term at school is the easiest time to meet people, because everyone is trying to make friends. Even if you don’t like the first few people you meet, there are plenty of other friendly faces. No one knows who you were in high school, so you can have a fresh start. You’re going to learn to work with people you don’t like, but don’t always trust first impressions. Go to your professors’ office hours for help. It may be intimidating and awkward, but it will be worth your time. Leaving people behind is a choice, not an inevitability. Make the choice not to leave the ones you love behind. Distance is difficult, but the important people have a way of keeping a place in your life. Time will fly. One minute you’ll be homesick wishing to be back home, and the next minute you’ll be home again and wishing you were back on campus. By not going home as often, you’ll feel more at home on campus and think less about your old life. Try something new, especially if it scares you. Odds are it will be a great experience.

Emily, I am writing to you from the future to tell you about college and things you need to know. So pay attention! The most important thing you need to do is take your studies seriously. I know you have the tendency to just hangout with all your cool new friends and blow off work but that is the worst thing you can do! The gpa you have controls everything, not only the scholarships you are ellligible for but also for applying into the program you want to study.Trust me, at OSU it is hard work to get good grades... there are lots of all nighters ahead of you! Another thing you need to know is that getting involved and taking all the opportunites that present themselves to you is vital. Volunteer, join a club, get a job, go to that dance recital that you think will be weird but will actually be the funnest night of your life! Just do everything you can because these four years will fly by and soon you will be out in the real world soon. Enjoy this time and meet new people everyday, make crazy memories and keep doing what you love.

If went back in time and talked to myself as a high school senior I would give myself advice about several important things for college. The first advice would be about working and studying longer/harder to keep good grades in college . For instance I would say, study everyday for 2 hours instead of 1 hour and don't study minutes before the class nor start an assignment the day before. If one doesn't study hadr enough everyday for their classes then they won't get a good grade and they maybe excluded from receiving student financial aid. The second advice that I would give to myself is to go get help from the teachers and ask for IEP acommodations such as, extended time for tests/homework. With out the help of IEP documents for acommodations or the help of teachers, the classes may be more challenging making it harder for a student with disabilities to succede. Finally the last advice would be to find a job as soon as possible to be able to pay for the classes incase if financial aid is not awarded. Otherwise, the eligilbility to stay in college will be more difficult to maintain.

Looking back, if there is one thing I could tell myself or any incoming freshman, it would be to make the most of every opportunity and to always give 110{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} in all that you do. All people and experiences are a chance to learn and grow and you never know what might have a lasting impact on your life. Some opportunities will only come knocking once and you don't want to look back and have any regrets, so follow your heart and your passion and never let fear or doubt get in your way. I read a quote recently that says, "The world is a university and everybody is a teacher. When you wake up in the morning be sure you go to school." For me, this says it all and truly embodies the mindset that I wish I had as an eighteen year old entering college for the first time. So, as I enter graduate school and a new chapter in my life, it is the advice I am giving myself now and the same advice I would have wanted to hear four years ago.

"Geeks", in the end, get the pretty girls . Be a "geek." Always listen to your teachers, they are there for YOU. take more notes now, because you'll wish you could write faster to take better notes. even though you might want to sleep in, WAKE UP and get to that class on time. Lastly, always smile.

Make sure you stay active throughout high school and keep involved in clubs and sports. Try to figure out what study skills work best for you and focus on perfecting that. Learning your study style early on will help immensely in college. Learning to manage your time and keeping organized in all aspects of your life will lower your stress level in college. If you can find a stress outlet, some kind of hobby or activity, college will be much more delightful. Also, do not be afraid to be yourself, try new things, and hang out with different types of people then you did in high school. New experiences are what make college so fun and exciting. Do not stress about school work and financial problems too much, enjoy the new experiences and friend making.

My biggest challenge in college was staying on campus. I was assigned to a suite, so I had three roommates and six other suitemates. One of my roommates was my friend from high school, but everyone else in the suite was unknown to me. The year was rough. All of the girls were different from my friend and me- they were all into partying and drinking on the weekends, and they even got written up twice. It was difficult living with girls that treated me like I didn't belong in the suite or just ignored me altogether. However, I survived the year. Part of college is learning to live with others and telling myself that got me through the year. Always be nice to others no matter how they treat you or act towards you, and don't change who you are. Another thing I struggled with is honors chemistry. In high school, I loved AP Chemistry and I assumed I would be able to handle chemistry in college. However, honors chemistry very difficult, and I considered switching to regular chemistry for the rest of the year. But sticking with honors chemistry and studying paid off in the end!

If I could go back in time and give myself advice as a high school senior, I would mention the following things: 1.)First and foremost, it is ok to make mistakes. 2.)College is a time to discover who you are and define yourself as an individual. 3.)Apply for as many scholarships as possible before starting college! Every penny counts! 4.)Do not be shy, the friendships you make in college can last a lifetime if you allow them to. 5.)Just because you are a freshman does not mean you cannot compete for an internship. 6.)Get to know your RA, they are there to help. 7.)You will learn most lessons outside of the classroom. 8.)If you are in doubt about taking a certain class, take it. It will probably turn out to be one of the best classes you have ever taken! 9.)Go to every class, no matter how early in the morning or late in the evening it is. 10.)Have fun! College should be the best time of your life.