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If I could go back in time, I would tell my senior self “college is going to be the place where you grow the most.” As I mentioned before, I rejected the offer of four-year universities to attend a community college. I didn’t know what I wanted to do nor did I have a solid foundation about what it meant to pursue a higher education. Sure, I was in honors and AP courses but I had no thorough understanding of who I was as an individual. In addition to my senior year being a time of confusion, my older brother died due to his heroine addiction; I found him dead on the bathroom floor. During this time of uncertainty and instability, I found reading and writing to be passions of mine. Once I entered college, little did I know that the world of literary magic and wisdom was going to mend my pain and allow me to see the world in a new interpretative light. As a high school student, I thought I had the world figured out, but life changes. I would advise my senior self that when one enters into the inqusitive realm, they'll grow.

If I could go back in time to give myself advice, I would tell myself to just go for it. Be that person who is the only one raising her hand out of the whole class. Be that person who turned in an application for the associated body students. Be someone who you want to be. It's better to take chances and to move out of your comfort zone because that is how you will grow as a student. Even though this is my first year as a college student, I have learned that no one is going to judge what you do. College has taught me to be bold and to do what I think is best for myself. I am no longer afraid of raising my hand in chances of giving a wrong answer because I know that I tried and I am learning in the process. You have so much more opportunites to meet new people and to get more involved with the campus if you just take the risk. If something doesn't go the way you want to, then just try again or work on a way on how you can achieve that goal.

There are many lessons I would like to impart to my past self, knowing what I know now about attending college. This is especially true because I've experienced both sides of the college experience. When I first attended college after graduating from high school, I had a lot of fun but neglected the academic side of things, to my own detriment. Now that I'm returning to school to complete my education, I see the college experience for what it truly is - an opportunity to work hard and invest in oneself with the reward of increased opportunities for the future. I would advise my past self to figure out the most effective way to study. I would let him know that it's possible to make strong, lasting friendships in college, like he's never known before - but those friendships shouldn't let him lose sight of his ultimate goal, to come away with a degree. Most of all, I would emphasize that he'll take from the college experience exactly what he puts into it. If he dedicates himself to working harder than he ever though possible, then his future opportunities will be truly splendid and almost limitless.

During my senior year in high school meeting new was my kyptonite. When it came time to talking to people I was the type of person who wouldn't like to express my feelings. So in other words I would tell myself to start networking now, so when I do go to college I would have a web of support for college. It's important to have people who you can rely on in college and who can be there for you when you need them. For example when i got to college had an opportunity to work with Pathways a program that helps student transition from high school to college. While in pathways networking was one of the things they tried to emphasize due to this that's exacly what I did. I got out of my comfort zone and started networking. If i had known in high school how important and fun this would be this would have happen much sooner in my high school career. Overall telling myself to network as a senior would have brought me a long way.

If I could go back in time to high school, I would tell my naïve, youthful self to plan exactly what I am going to take for college. A month before summer classes start I just started planning what I will take. I took two classes with a huge break between the two which was a stupid decision. I would let my future self to not chew more than I can handle. By planning a year ahead, I would have allowed myself to adjust anytime it was necessary. In fact I could’ve started taking classes during high school to familiarize myself with the school and transfer programs. The first day of my summer semester I was lost and confused. If my high school self was better prepared for college, then I would have an easier and efficient school year than I am experience now.

If I could go back and offer advice to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to try to save as much money as I can while at a community college so that I can make an easier transition into an University. In addition, I would advise myself to logically consider my education path and choose one that I am both passionate about and will provide an excellent job market. Furthermore, I would warn myself that because my parents will not support me financially in going to a University, I must learn to be independent as quickly as possible and pursue my goals by my own will.

I will tell myself to study harder to go directly to an University!

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would telll myself take action and try harder in school, and to take advantage of the free education that I was offered. I would tell myself that in college, you are 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} responsible for your education and it is totally up to you and no one is going to be behind your back to force you to do something and if you have questions you have to ask for help yourself and no one is going to hold your hand and take you where you want to go. I would also tell myself to quit my job and to focus 100 {4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} on school work because a minimum wage job cannot compare to a college education.

If i had the oportunity to talk to my self in high school i would avice my self to take school seriously, high school in not the time to fool around, since high school is the foundation on how well you will do in college. I would advice my self to serve more in my communitty such as volunteer work. Join more clubs, and to challenge my self my self with higher classes such as advancement placement classes. going the extra mile never hurts any one any high schol would be the perfect time, so take advantage of it. learn to listen to your professors, learn to take awesome notes, and do your homework.

If I could go back, I would tell myself that now it's time to get serious. If you go away to school your're not going to have your parents there to talk to teachers and counselors, or looking over your shoulder to make sure you did all your work. Now is a time where claiming to be an adult and acting like one must connect. Responibilities all fall on you, keeping your dorm neat, getting enough sleep, studying and homework, getting up for classes to be on time, laundry, bathing, eating. It's alot but thats why you must be time manageable. There is no problem with setting out a weekly schedule so everyday you know what you have to do. It's going to feel uncomfortable at times being away from home and friends for so long, but always remember you can write, call, text, or video chat to see how everything is going. Staying focused will be the most important thing you can do lots of students go away and they have a good time drinking and partying every night. Stay focused on school and getting your degree, playing sports and you'll do just fine.

After almost two years of college experience, I would say that I am integrated. I am more secure in my college ambitions and more confident in myself. My transition was difficult. I had no idea what to do or what direction to take. There were so many decisions and so many possibilities. I was overwhelmed by the choices I was not ready to make. The advice I would give to my past self would remind me that it's ok to be lost, and that if I work hard and stay focused, I'll figure things out. I would say: Take a deep breath. You can do whatever you want to do. Figure out what you want and why you want it. If you're unsure of what you want, IT'S OK. Stay focused. Stay focused. When there are opportunities, explore them. When there are resources, take advantage of them. Still don't know what you want? It's still OK. Just keep going and keep working hard. Don't waste time. Seriously. Grades are important. Really. Are you staying focused? You better be. But have fun. Go meet new people. Don't forget to take a deep breath.

There are many things I would want to advise, but these are the most important: Talk to your professors outside of the classroom. Don?t assume they?ll lay everything out for you and repeat things that you missed. If you?re stuck in a subject, seek on-campus tutors. There?s nothing wrong with getting outside help to complete your assignments. Find a balance between trying new courses that interest you and sticking to courses you need to graduate. If you solely enroll in electives you will waste time and your units may not count towards your degree. On the other hand, if you only take core classes along with one field of interest, you may get near the end and realize it?s not what you really wanted, thus having to start over in a different field. Join clubs that hold your interest, but don?t let club activities and events take away from your academics. If you?re going to work while being a fulltime student, find a job that is willing to work around your school schedule. Also, don?t burn yourself out with work and school. Your performance in both areas will suffer. Have fun!!!

The old adage that "Time is Money" is a misnomer that should be replaced. TIME IS EVERYTHING! Do not waste a precious second of your most valuable commodity. Learn to listen to your inner desire and follow your instincts explicitly. There is little time to doddle. When you listen to your true calling and abandon all hesistancy in pursuit of a dream amazing things will happen. A man's life will fly by in the blink of an eye and the only true value of his existence is the decisions he made and the adventures that he had. Youth is truly wasted on the young for they know not their own mortality. As a High Schooler, I was tentattive and timid. I let so many opportunities fly by for lack of confidence. 10 years removed from that and looking back I lament the beautiful things that could have been. If I could relate just two words to my younger self I would proclaim: "CARPE DIEM"

If I was able to go back to my high school senior year and talk to my self I would tell myself to stop being a little baby. I had high expectations for myself as a C average student. I had no extra-curricular activities and a low SAT score and yet I expected to get into one of the best colleges. I applied to private schools and to UC's. My status was not capable of being accepted into those schools. I ignored good schools like California State University of Los Angeles or other Cal States by not even applying to them. I knew I had the chance of being accepted but I blew it off. If only I didn't expect to much of me I would of gone to a 4 year university like I wanted to. Now as a college sophmore, attending a community college I plan on transfering to Cal State Los Angeles or Long Beach State. This time around I will not have expectations of myself that I can not reach and will be better than a C average student. I will not be a little baby.

I would tell my high school self to study more and prepare myself for tests better.

Dear Veronica, I am writing you this letter to help you cope with the transition between college and high school. Let me warn you that you won't have enough money to attend SDSU next fall, but don't worry PCC is a great school. Your first semester will seem exciting and scary at the same time. As a freshman, you don't have the priority to have an ideal schedule. Your professors will seem like they don't care and will not know your name. Please do me a favor, try really hard in your classes. The semesters that follow you will have enough priority to take the classes you want and you'll enjoy it so much more. Go to class everyday and do your reading. I know that when you get to college, it will seem like there is no point. Let me tell you now, THERE IS A POINT! Don't be like me and do horrible your first semester. It is hard to get your GPA up once it's down. Follow my advice and you won't be sorry. Have an amazing senior year. Love, Your Future Self

When I was a high school senior, though I had been accepted to a private university, I withdrew my acceptance because of financial difficulties my family was experiencing. I didn't know how much financial assistance and educational funding is available to students who are willing to do some digging and who are dedicated to working hard. Now, I am 36 years old with four children, and am trying to accomplish my goal of getting a college education. Though I am at a stage in life where I appreciate my education so dearly, it would have been much easier for me to attain my goal with school as my only focus. Sometimes high school seniors think they have their whole lives ahead of them and that there is not a hurry to figure out life and move forward on it, but the advantage for those who do is so much the greater. I would encourage myself to not give up my goals and dreams and to find a way to overcome personal obstacles that can be factors in my growth and appreciation of a great accomplishment. My new goal, no matter what, is to Make it Happen!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would reassure myself of my abilities and encourage myself to take advantage of all of the opportunities available to me. When I was a senior, I was very worried that my chosen major (Biology) would prove to be too much for me to handle, and that I would struggle immensely. Although the courses I have to take for my major are indeed extremely challenging, I have been able to achieve all A's and B's in my classes. Therefore I would tell myself that I need to relax, and as long as I work hard and put my mind to my studies, I will have no problem in succeeding. I would also tell myself to get more involved in the community. This past semester I was presented with an amazing opportunity, and that was to volunteer for a nonprofit organization called Young and Healthy. I would tell my high school senior self that volunteering brings me a certain kind of peace that nothing else can, and that I should search for every opportunity possible that will allow me to help people.

Before I start advising to my high school senior self, I would first beat her up. What I've accomplished from elementary to my senior high school year has been incredibly pathetic. I had no goal or purpose in life. Senior year has also been the year I 've given up on my life-long dream of becoming a musician because I was a slacker at everything else. I had became this pile of poop on top of being a person who never had confidence to do anything or to take that first step. The current me would look her regretfully. Even though it took this long to try to fix myself, I at least now know I have a goal to achieve and a clearer mind on what to do with my life. When I got my younger self's attention, I would immediately tell her to open up to new ideas/advices and people...and to especially look into more major choices, since she never did. The most important thing I would tell her is to have confidence, and let her know that her future self has not given up on her when everyone else she knows did.

Assuming that I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I should of taken as much advanced placement class as possible and try to get a high score on the test. I also would try to raise up my GPA so I could go to a four year university. Now I am attending Pasadena City College. I am trying to transfer from there within two years. Right now, I am currently taking the classes that I need to transfer. I would transfer to San Francisco State University because they have a really good program and master degree for my major. My major is Broadcast Journalism. College life in my opinion is good and that I learned many different things. I have also meant many different people from other schools and in the same school. College life is very different then high school because I have to pay for my own books, scantrons, and many more. The advice I would give myself is that I have to work/study really hard and take all the general education requirements to transfer.

I would have definetly have taken High School more seriously. I graduated from high school in 1985 and I didn't take high school as the stepping stone it was for the rest of my life. I was more interested in having a good time with my friends than studying. Now, that I am 43 years old and back in school. I have realized the mistakes that I made in high school. I am attending college now and I am loving every minute of it. I just wish that I took high school more seriously and appreciated the oppurtunity I was given in my youth. I plan to take full advantage of my second time being in school. I plan on succeeding this time around and I will appreciate every moment of it.

If I go back in time as a high school senior. I would do is explore thing such like art, science, psychology, biology, engineering and certain career. In order to find a place you are good at and you could enjoy the most. It took me a while to find career that I good at. It cost me money to find out what I good at in career during college years. I am strontly recommend for every high school students. Who is planning to go four year of college need to know what they going to do their life. In this rate they could save time and money during college life.

If I were able to go back and talk to myself as a senior in high school I would tell myself that everything works out. To keep working towards the goal of being a college graduate and that all those nights to come of freaking out, stressing, and crying all lead to something great. That your first semester will be difficult but to stick with it and all turns around and you become the person you always wondered if you would become. But most importantly, you make it, no more illnesses,no more visits to the hospital, you are finally the healthly person you should have been all those years ago.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would say, "Ariana, grab a shovel, because your education is gold, college is the mine, and your future will be your treasure. Start digging!". When I was in my senior year of high school, I was caught up in the idea of graduating and being finished with another chapter of school. College specifics were often pushed to the back of my head. I would advise myself to get a head start on researching and applying for grants, scholarships, etc. because it is very hard to pursue your dream without the funds to do so. I would tell myself again, that a good college education is one of the most essential and important aspects of life, and that now is the time to get a jump on all that is needed to aquire my goals! College is not easy. "Listen closely Ariana, you are no longer a child. It is imperative to amplify the amount of discipline in yourself, starting now. Your education is worth every push, every step, and every climb. You will fly when you take the time to find your wings."

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself not to become so intimidated at the thought of college. I've always had the idea that I wouldn't be ready for college once I graduated high school. I never knew what to expect, so I always expected the worst. Now that I have finished my first semester of college, I realize that I should remain optimistic toward experiences that may come my way, and that is exactly the advise I'd give myself as a senior in high school. I'd also tell myself to work to the best of my ability because it would work to my benefit in the long-run.

Richard, You you don't have a lot of time to finish up with college. I know you think life is a game but its not, it's really serious stuff. Before you know it your friends are going to be finishing up with school and looking for jobs in their career. You dont want to be the guy who is just hanging around and working at Burger King because you didn't get an education. Yeah, I know everyone wants to have a good time but you have your whole life ahead of you to enjoy. Life isn't a party, you need to decide what really intrests you and find a major to correlates with that. You need to find your passion and jump into head first. It's gonna be a challenge but you need to accept that challenge and make the best of it. Dont be intimidated, there are a lot of people who dont know what they want to do. You just need to make a decision and stick with it. It might be overwhelming at first but wasn't high school intimidating your fresman year? Now look at you. Dont hesitate, Challenge yourself!

If Icould go back in time and tell myself one thing it would be, " Be open to new things, search for the you within, rather than following the crowd and falling off track. To often you conceal yours for fear of rejection by others however, you later find you are merely afraid to find out who you really are. Rather than contemplating what other people think of you keep in mind you are going to college to find your strengths and excel at them, but also focus on your weaknesses and work through them as well. Love, trust, and accepth yourself or it will not be the case that your are disguising yourself, but merely going through life thinking you are someone that you are not. "

Wow, to travel back in time would be amazing to say the least. If I had the opportunity to talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now, much would be said. The important information would be conveyed first. I would advise myself to not put off education due to a lack of funds, sharing the financial aid options I had learned that have made my current goals achievable. Also I would share all the important transitional changes that would take place like having to prioritize school, work, and time for fun (in that order). Finally I would advise myself to take my time in finding a school that caters to my specific goals needs and to make sure the school is not to far away (as I have learned more and more time is spent there than at home). Having this opportunity would of been an awesome experience and would have made a major difference in how I saw my future.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school, knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, the most valuble piece of advice I would give, is to take my time choosing the area in which I want to major. I have noticed, quite often, a trend in college graduates getting a degree in and area of study in which they are not certin how to utilize in a career they are interested in. Another example, in the four years that some were in college they change thier minds as to what they want thier career to be. It seems, to proceed with out reflection could be a vast waste of time and money. If these individuals had just takin some time to figure out what they wanted to do, and why, their hard work would have paid off. Thus, rushing into something simply to occupy ones time, could cause a major delay in where you really want to be in life. In other words, I would stress trying to understand who I want to be before choosing who I will become.

Listen Young Buck, I know that you think sports and girls are the most important things in the world right now, but there are many other apects to growing up and being an adult that you need to understand and take seriously. Take care of your Friends and Family, they may not be there forever. Make good choices and think twice before you jump, because some choices can affect you for a long time. Take your High School education seriously because it dictates a lot about where you can go from here. Be cautious with your finances. You may not have a lot of responsibilities now but they can stack up on you quickly. Finally, enjoy being as young as you are and experience what you can, because youth will not last forever and it should be packed full of diverse experiences.

If I can go back in time as a high school senior, I would tell myself that going to a community college is a great decision, and I should try to explore different classes during the summer. I was really stressed about going to a community college because a lot of my peers were pressuring me that I would not become successful, however as a second year student at Pasadena City College, I believe that my peers were wrong. Community college is affordable, the professors are great, and many opportunities to explore different circumstances that can help achieve life's unexpected problems. I was able to experience a new postion in college, that really prepare me for my career. As the secretary of the biggest society on campus, I got the chance to experience how to communicate with others, to deal with problems, and to control my anger during difficult situatuion. If I went straight to a university, I would not be able to let go my shyness and become secretary. My main advice is do not ever let your peers decide, do whichever you feel is best, strive for that dream, even if it's a small-name college.

College life is fun, but it is also difficult. You meet new friends and have to study a lot. Class sizes are large, sometimes up to 100 people in one class, so always try to get a seat in the front of the room so you can hear the professor's lectures better! Read everyday because this will help you with many of your courses. Study overall and do not stress out too much, because college life is a great experience!

I would definitely tell myself to focus more on a specific career path. It's tough getting classes especially with the economy in its current condition. For someone with an undecided major, it's difficult to decide which classes to take. Also, I would suggest going to a four year university instead of a community college because I could be fully immersed in school and surround myself with other students. It's much harder to make friends, stay focused, and spend time emerged in college life while commuting to school. I would push the idea not to think too much about popularity and other simple worries that high school students have. It would be a better investment of my time to focus on school and study because in the end, I will have benefited much more. Most of all I would say not to get stressed over college because it's something to be excited about. College is a place where people go to learn because they want to not because they are forced by law.

I would give myself the advice to maintain my GPA and earn good grades in all my classes. Retake the SAT/SAT II again if I didn't do well on the first or second time. Do well on the college application; espically the personal statement part and don't enroll in colleges that you think you won't get into. Also, have a backup plan just incase you don't get into any of the colleges of your choice. Lastly, have fun in Senior year and enjoy time with your best buddies.

If I went back in time to visit my self, I would tell my past self to not be scared to go to college, it might be hard because your freinds are leaving to different places, butit will be ok. Even though, everyone is apart, but their is a string which ties us together which creates a bond that can never be broken. Also, I would like to say it is not bad to go to college because in the end you will be a successful person and even if the teachers are mean and scary, just deal with it and try your best to never give up.

I would tell myself to buck-up for a lot of studying. The studying will make up most of the work I will ever do in college. Also I would tell myself that, the outside world will be a complete paradigm shift compared to what I have experienced as a high school student. I would tell myself to stop slacking off take school seriously and get my license with a job preferably before that. To sum it up, I'll tell myself that whatever problems, obstacles, people, or issues arrise is less important compared to a great education.