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I would tell myself to spend a lot more time looking into colleges. Although transfering is always an option it is kind of a pain to make friends and get to know one campus but then you have to do that all over again if you do transfer. Secondly, I would look into more scholarships. There are a ton! Finding the right college for you is definitely a personal matter. Don't do what your friends do just to go where they go. Find a college that fits you best. Lastly, Fill out more applications so that you have more options to choose from when it comes down to choosing a college.

I would tell myself to pick a major that I like and not listen to what other people said I would be good at. That way I wouldn't fall behind a year or two because I switched majors three times. I then would tell myself not to wait and join a club or something where I could get involved and have a better frist couple of years than what i did.

Do not be afraid of trying new things. There are many opportunities to find your place on a big campus. Do not be shy, but go out and make new friends by getting involved, attending study groups, and finding a church. Also, explore your options for a major during your first semester and decide by second semester by going with your heart. In life you have to take chances and take advantage of opportuities because you never know what doors will be open. The possibilities in college are endless.

Although you'll figure this out, TA's are some of the most valuable tools to suceed. With the friends you make, start a study group even if it's a different group for each class. You don't even have to meet in person. Instead, use the internet to communicate and help each other with studying and homework. Next, set up schedules to plan ahead a few days or a week at a time and STICK TO IT. Finally, when you go to that church sponsored barn dance (yes, you really will), be sure to bring a camera.

I would tell myself to take high school seriously. I never believed my teachers when they told me this was preparing me for college. I realize now that they were doing everything possible to help their students succeed in the college atmosphere. Also, I would tell myself to not sweat the small stuff in life because in college there is no time to worry about things that do not really matter. College is all about networking so I would tell myself that it is important to begin networking during senior year so when you get to college you are already ahead of the other freshman. Lastly, I would tell myself to respect my parents, they only wanted me to enjoy my senior year and make the best out of everything.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself two things. First I would tell myself to keep working hard at my studies and slack off just because I am almost done with high school. I realize now that if I had kept working hard on all of my assignments through my senior year, I would have been ready for the workload here at college. College requires a lot of work to be done at a high quality. Therefore, I should have practiced more for it in high school to be ready for this experience. The second piece of advice I would tell myself was to enjoy and savor the moment instead of just focusing on getting out of there. Going to college is a hard transition because you leave everything you ever known and loved. Although here at Purdue they do a good job with things to get you active and meet people, but in I should have enjoyed high school for the people that I had there as well because I will never again go to school with all of those kids again.

When I was a high school senior, I did not want to go to college yet. I was not ready because college is very mysterious to me. No one in my family has ever went to college. Being the first one to go to college is stressful. I wish I had a mentor that will guide me through college with many helpful advices. If I was to go back in time, the advice that I will give to myself will be to pick a major that suits who I am. No matter how much stressful you are, obtaining the degree you want is very fulfilling. Following your heart instead of doing what others want is the best choice you can make for yourself. When you are tired, you have the motivation to go on because it is truly what you want to do. The transition from being a high school student to a college student is hard for everyone, but it gets easier when you have goals and dreams that inspire you. All the anxiety and stress will slowly disappear because you know that what you are doing is worth all the obstacles that you will face in the future.

If I could go back to my senior year I would tell myself to think about my college decision more. I would tell myself to really research my different college options and also to really consider what I am looking for in the college I want to attend. I thought I wanted to go to a big school and out of state, but after doing this I realized that this is not what I wanted at all. I would tell myself to really consider what was important to me and what would make me happiest. I also would tell myself to choose a college based on my wants and not based on where my parents or others wanted me to go. You should not go to a college just because of the name; you should go because it offers everything that you are looking for.

The hardest thing about going to college is balancing your social life and your academic life. Now that I'm on my own, I want to exercise my freedom and stay out late with my friends, watch movies all the time, and basically do anything other than study. Although having a social life is great, going out isn't always the best option. If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to make more friends in my field of study. When your friends are in your classes, even studying with a group feels like a social event because you're spending time with the people you enjoy being around. If I had known this going into my first year of college, I might have spent more time studying and gotten better grades in my first semester.

If I had a chance to go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself that I was making the right choice in selecting Purdue as my college. I was afraid to go to Purdue because it is so expensive to attend, especially for out of state students. I was afraid that I was making a mistake in going to such a pricey school. However, I would tell my younger self that the college is well worth the cost, because the education I am receiving here is of outstanding quality. The other thing I would tell myself is that I need to change my study habits for college. In high school it was okay to study for an hour or two for the tests, even in my International Baccaleurate classes. In college, I tried to pull the same stunt and was surprised when it did not get me the exam grads I was expecting. I would tell my younger self that college is going to take at least 6-8 hours of studying for the tests, and that I should visit my TA for additional advice on how to study for the exam.

In highschool, there are activities and other things that seem so important at the time. I know that for you it is to make the Top-ten, and to be accepted. But, once you have graduated the Top-ten was nice, but taking the classes that you knew you wouldn't do as well in, but would have been highly pertinent to where you will be in a couples years is far more important. I also know that you were scared of the transition of being away from family, and it's not an easy transition, but it is worth it. You will become more independent and you will meet friends that I am sure you will be close with for the rest of your life. You don't know your true boundaries until you take that first step on your own. Your family and friends are still behind you and supporting you through it all. It is not easy, in fact it's harder than you anticipate, but you learn so much about your passion and about yourself. Take it one day at a time and rely completely on God, for He will see you through it all.

If I could go back in time and give high school senior self some advice, it would ultimately boil down to two words. 'Brace yourself'. Nothing in the high school I attended prepared me for the challenges that would lie ahead. In high school, I skated by without ever really studying and maintained a near 3.8 GPA average. However, in college I have to study excessively just to maintain my 3.0. Also, do NOT trust high school counselors for help. I quickly found out that they knew less than we did about applying for colleges. They also have a tendency to work on a personal bias. At least in my hometown, they do NOT WANT you to get out and make something of yourself. They want you to stay in the city, maybe go to a local college or a 2 year community school and stay there scaping up a miserable mediocre existence. But my message isn't all gloom and doom. The high school principal once said that your high school years will be the best years of your life. She was dead wrong. College life is the greatest experience ive had in my life so far.

Don?t listen to what they tell you. College is nothing like you have ever experienced. It is not just about hanging out with your friends, attending classes during the week, or the mounds of homework you end up with even though you study every spare minute you get. College life is freedom, a certain freedom that is rare and pure. It is a freedom to be cherished because there is nothing else like it. It may be overwhelming at first, but it will settle down. Words of advice: Classes will be hard, so study every day. It won?t come easy anymore, but if you work at it, the grades will come. Friends, on the other hand, will come easily. Don?t change yourself and you will find true friends. Last but not least, the most overused stereotype of college, drinking. No matter what people tell you, college is not about drinking. Drinking will be around you, but don?t get caught up in it. College is about finding yourself, setting up your career, and discovering the rest of your life. It is not high school anymore. It is so much better. It is the start of your life.

If I could go back and give myself advice as a senior I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible, get experience in my planned field of study as soon as possible, and take as many classes as possible that will contribute towards college credits.

There are a lot of things I could have told myself. I would tell myself to save all the money I could because college is really expensive. I would tell myself that everyone is in your shoes at one point in time and it's okay to be shy around new people that you meet but in order to succeed you need to make friends. Also it is really important that you meet with your teacher at least once. Teachers are the keys to your success. I would highly reccommend that you join extra curricular groups. You did great all throughout high school, don't let anything ruin your changes at a good education.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school I would definitely tell myself to stay focused. College is the best four years of your life and meeting people and having fun is important but education is the most important thing. You go to college to learn, and I lost sight of that and got distracted. Falling in love is a beautiful thing but it should not be top priority. I would tell myself to be strong, to not get discouraged when I fall, and to pick myself up quickly, dust myself off and hold my head high. We all fall down but there is not enough time to dwell on failures. Purdue has so much to offer and it's very easy to get distracted and lose sight of things. I would tell myself to work hard and that in the end it will be well worth it. Most importantly I would tell myself that no matter what everything will be alright as long as I stay positive!

At east noble high school, you got the opportunity to sail through school. That will not be the case at Purdue. I know you can get a perfect gpa your first semester like you had all throughout high school, but you can't get upset about not getting an A on an exam. You can make that up if you just study and focus more on school. If you just expect to do better on the next test, that's not enough. You have to study hard and get yourself in gear to do better on the next test. I know you are also worried about fitting in, but that is nothing to worry about. Purdue has such a large campus, you are bound to find a group of friends somewhere. Enjoy sailing through school while you can, because in college, it is a completely different ball game. I know it sounds like I'm lecturing you like everyone else has, but I know what it's like and this advice will come in handy. Best of wishes and good luck at Purdue.

I would give myself simple advice. I would tell myself to be more outgoing. When I was a high school senior, I was nervous and scared about what college was going to be like. Naturally, my first semester, and even some of my second semester at college I was shy when talking to other people, and I didn't reach out and talk to teachers and guidance counselors when I needed help because I was too nervous to do so. Now that I know that most teachers and guidance councilors are nice and more than willing to help, I can call them for help at any time. That information would have been helpful to know at the beginning of college. So, if I were to go back in time, I would tell myself to be more open, outgoing, and to just be myself when I got to college.

With the power of time travel I would tell my high school senior counterpart that he should take his last year more seriously and develop a college attitude towards his classes. Developing good study habits early is a must otherwise you are doomed freshman year of college. College expectations are much more rigorous and you are expected to make every duedate to the minute otherwise that paper you spent four weeks writing gets counted as a zero. Don't wait until the last minute to start your work. Procrastination is the devil in college. Survey your homework the night it is assigned, then develop a plan for how long it will take to complete the assignment and what resources you will need. Then go into action and put every ounce of your excellence into your work, it really shows when it comes to your grades. I would tell him to start early and not to slack and to get involved in not just your classes but with your classmates and above all try to squeeze in some personal time here and there, life is too short and four years of nothing but studying would be complete torture.

I would tell myself many things if I could talk to myself in high school. Let's think where to begin. My senior year of high school was a unique one compared to other students at my high school. Instead of staying for the normal two semesters of senior year, I decided to graduate early because I had all the required classes and credits done, and go to a local college for what would have been my second semester senior year. I still got to walk at the normal Spring graduation ceremony, but technically already had my diploma. In a way, I regret my decision to graduate early. I missed out on a lot of senior experiences like Prom, School Seminars, Basketball Season, and most of all, the feeling of accomplishment when walking and receiving my diploma at graduation. Also, I would tell myself to really push myself to get into the best 4-year university I could, instead of only applying to schools who didn't require an essay. Moreover, to possibly choose a school that was more out of my comfort zone. To go some place different, most likely out-of-state with new people.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would encourage myself to practice and perfect my study skills then so I would be more prepared for college courses. I would also tell myself that I should look forward to the extra-curricular activities in college because it will keep me more active on campus and help me feel more at ease with my transition to college life. I would probably tell myself that the transition isn't as hard if I stay focused on academics and relax while obtaining the best grades I possibly can instead of stressing about about the change in my life.

The biggest and most significant advice I heard was to take school seriously. Many students feel as if senior year they could simply relax and cruise into the college lifestyle. That's far from true. Being prepared for college starts in high school. Seniors need to apply to scholarships, aid, and colleges early, and my definition of early is the beginning of senior year. There is no time to delay. The hardest part of all these processes is getting started. Once you've began an application, everything is straight forward and simple. If you're GPA isn't where you would like it at the beginning of senior year, don't panic. Try your best senior year. Colleges look at those scholastic aspects. If you apply early to school, most likely you will be accepted early, in which that case, visiting the school would be the next step. Research your schools of interest. Narrow your decisions down and you'll be able to enter college with confidence and a feeling of entering the place of your choice.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to be prepared. I would want to say that going into college, it is a lot different than high school. It takes a lot more work to get the grade that you want to achieve. It takes a lot of responsibility and time management to get the studying done. I would also tell myself that it is stil important to have fun. I think that I stressed myself out too much and ended up not having as much fun as I would have liked to have had. It is really important to balance the two things because college is where you will make everlasting friendships. I would also tell myself to get a lot of sleep because it is important to function well. Freshman year, everyone stays up late all the time and just hangs out when they should really be getting sleep. It's good to hang out as well, but sleep is very important, especially when you are in college and trying to do well in a lot of classes.

If I could go back in time and talk to mysef as a high school senior, I would tell myself to relax a little bit. I worked everyday my senior year as well as taking multiple AP courses. I always stressed out about the little things and it got to the point where I wasn't enjoying my senior year at all. I always cared about impressing my managers at work and working as hard as I could to prove I could be the best. Yes, those things are important but I missed out on so many senior year experiences with friends and so many activities with my school. Becuase I kept myself so busy all the time I applied to schools later than I should have. Because of this I didn't receive any scholarships. If I could go back I would tell myself to apply to colleges as early as possible, to not work so much, to visit with my friends and family more, and to maybe even sleep in a little bit.

don't get pushed around by money just do your best in school and it'll pay-off in the future and please try to grow up and be less anxious about your financial status. also be proud of yourself and have some confidence. If you need to fight fight like there's no tomorrow. stay colse to your friends because they'll help you out in numerous ways. Don't take high school-to-college transition too serious. it's just ine out of many transitions that'll happen in college. don't make excuses because you're in college but stay disciplined. and(but) of course! enjoy the parities drinking and sports! because it'sl still awesome!

I would tell myself that college is a whole lot different from high school. I would tell myself to not get over excited about the freedom of being in college. Stay focused on school. Get out and meet people. Enjoy the days you spend in college. Don't stress over the little things, if you keep trying eventually it will pay off. Study more in college than high school. Work on effective study techniques. Have fun and enjoy it.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself many things. I would first recommend that I look into all the schools that I wanted to apply to and find out as much information as I could. I would research all of the available majors and minors, the extra-curricular activities, whether or not there is Greek life and what sort of athletic programs are available. These are all things I wish had further explored so that I could have selected my college appropriately. It would also help jump start my college experience, and make sure that I got involved with everything I was interested in. Do not get me wrong, I know I made the best decision for myself at the time and I am very happy with where I ended up. However, I think it is important to not get so caught up in the acceptance letters, but to focus on what life will actually be like once you are in that particular college setting.

If I could go back and warn myself about college I would tell myself to study better for exams, I would also try to find a closer school with just as good of an education. That way I can be closer to home and cut back on travel costs. I would also warn myself about the cold Indiana wind.

Remember, life is full of experiences. Its not the experiences that matter, its how you handle them that truly shapes you character. Never, never be afraid to ask for help. Prioritize what is important to you and keep that in the forefront when determining desicions. Thank you for this opportunity. God Bless you.

As I reflect back on my first semester of classes at Purdue University, I realize that I have never worked as hard as I did those fifteen weeks. I also realize that I have never learned so much and grown so much in such a short time. If I could go back in time and talk to myself, I would say, "Know that the transition will be tough but also rewarding. Realizing that you can adapt to a new, independent lifestyle and succeed at the same time is extremely empowering. Know that there are two important things students gain at college: education and friendships. Essential to happiness is finding the right mix of studying and socializing." Finally, and most importantly, I would say, "Take positive risks. Say hi to that cute guy sitting next to you in math class, speak up in class and share your ideas, or try a new intramural sport just for fun. College is a time to define who you are, and the amazing thing is that college is a fresh start, a clean slate. So be who you want to be and enjoy every minute of the experience."

Enjoy your senior year because once you get to college there is so much more school work involved to get the grades that I am used to getting. Also enjoy the time you have with all your friends in High School because many of them you might not be able to see too often with everyone going their separate ways, and different schedules.

I would tell myself to learn better study habits. To visit all the schools you wanted to attend. Also that changing your mind about the future is always allowed. Then I would remind myself to step out of my shell more and think about the person I want to become not just what looks like fun.

If I could go back to senior year, I'd tell myself to be more open and talk to more people. Freshman year, I was shy and didn't network very well. Now I'm actively cultivating relationships and connections with people both within and outside my major instead of being the quiet girl in the back of the class. Starting that process from the beginning of my college experience would have been helpful in studying for classes, group collaboration, and overall social skills. Apart from that, Purdue did a great job at helping the transition from high school with Boiler Gold Rush, a week of orientation activities with diverse groups that helps new students meet people and get acclamated to campus.

If I could go back in time I would give myself the advice to not procrastinate. I would also tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible. Working hard has never been an issue for me but I would let myself know to study in advance and relax when it comes to stressful situations.

If I could go back to myself as a senior I would tell myself to stop worrying so much about the small stuff in high school because as soon as it's over those things don't matter anymore. I would tell myself to have more fun and stop trying to gain everyone's approval. Instead of worrying about what everyone else thinks of me, worry more about what I think of myself. But most of all be more bold and stop hiding behind the cover that I created to avoid being noticed in fear of being rejected by others.

During my senior year of high school I didn't know what to expect in college. I wasn't sure how to go about getting ready for college and neither were my parents, as I was the first and only child from my family to begin college. If I could go back in time to talk to myself about college life and making the transition, I would let myself know how to study for exams better, and spending money wisely. I knew coming into college that it would be tougher. If I could go back in time I would make myself learn better techniques for studying. College level exams are much different and tougher than high school exams; making the transition from high school to college wasn't easy. I'd tell myself that studying is critical, that cramming all the information given to you isn't a healthy way to study. I'd also like to tell myself that spending money during my senior year should be done carefully. One thing I noticed quickly was the amount of money I spent, and how quick it was spent. In short that is the advice I would give myself.

Ok, so I know you've heard that college is hard. I know you know that. You know that you're going to have to work a lot harder than you did in high school. Well, really let it sink in. Get used to it. College is a lot harder than you're expecting, even though you know it's going to be hard. So, suck it up and make yourself a schedule by the end of the first week of school. By the way, actually stick to the schedule. You will study harder than you've ever studied and still fail exams. You need to study EVERY DAY! I don't think you understand the concept of studying. Get help. You are not good at taking tests, admit it. Get help. Focus on school, you're about to meet a ton of people, who you will want to hang out with all the time. Just remember what's important and get help when you need it.

In college, their idea of learning is different from what you know. In college you learn that they expect anybody to learn the material in ideal situations. In college your professor will see how you preform when things are not typical. They teach you the basic material and then see how you use and alter it to solve much less organized problems. Be prepared to use the tools they give you rather than spit random facts onto paper. Also, Don't be afraid to ask questions because if your professors didn't want to help you they wouldn't be there in the first place.

Going back into my senior highschool years I would tell myself to get the grades up even farther than they were so coming into Purdue I would maybe have a better time in classes. Also i would tell myself, don't think that you don't need to apply for many scholarships, you do need that money. I would tell myself, don't give up quickly and always try your hardest. Just because the class seems simple doesn't mean that it won't come around and kick you in the butt when the time for finals comes. I would also tell myself to open up and look for friends and befriend everyone i come across.

I'd suggest to get easy on my eagerness and take fewer courses the first semester. Of course, I didn't listen when someone told me that, but if I say it to myself, maybe I would have listened... And eat and sleep regularly and well.

I would first tell myself to learn deadlines. I would always procrastinate and miss deadlines especially for scholarships. So when it came to start college my mother and I had to take out $25,000 in loans. Instead of letting interest accumulate on the full loan, my mother starting paying the loans off with money from her retirement. I would also tell myself not too spend my money foolishly. When I started college I began to buy Starbucks every day, buy pizza every Friday and go shopping for junk food during the weekend. I did all this with no income coming in. I took a leave from work to attend college and eventually over -drafted my bank account. I will tell myself never over-draft your account, $105 in fees is not worth it. One last advice I would give myself is keep-up with the clubs I joined. When I began college I signed up for around seven clubs but only continued with three.

The advice that I would give myself would be to go to Colorado instead of Purdue the experience would be better for me, study hard and make sure to get good grades so that I can get into Vet School, get a summer job to help pay for extra classes to get ahead in the summer, and keep in contact with the friends that I did have in high school so that when I went home I would be able to have someone.

I would tell myself the importance to try new things because it might be the last time you get to try them such as trying out for a school play and the importance of staying on top of your school work. In my high school they prepared me very well for college and expected a lot out of me but in college in order to suceed you have to expect a lot out of yourself in order to succeed and I would tell myself to make sure you see the big picture why you are at high school, what kind of work you want to do because that is the kind of work you will be doing in college. Advice on the transition would be to surround yourself with happy people and people who want to do different things instead of doing the same activities so you get to experience college life and know what is out there for you to do. Don't be afraid to try new things, you will never know what you can learn. also, academics come first.

Go to USC or UF, where the weather is good, the sports are better, and the girls are best.

I would tell myself to enjoy those somewhat sheltered years and stop worrying about the future. Everything would be fine and I was more than ready for the next step: college. While this looming future seemed dark and scary, it was simply the next step in life, and given my past and confidence, the transition would be smooth. Though there was no reason to worry, there was a reason to try my absolute best up until the last minute of school; senioritis was a non-option. Knowing what I know now, I would encourage myself to take more general classes in high school. Having a basic foundation, for example of physics, would definitely help me to succeed in my initial college classes. I would encourage myself to never give up, to learn for knowledge and not for the test, and to focus on my career as early as possible. This additional knowledge, coupled with the drive that I utilized throughout high school, would prepare me entirely for college life.

I would tell myself to get prepared, and to not stress so much over what others (in high school) think of you. After high school their thoughts and relations with you will not matter; and the popularity contest that seems so urgent to suceed in during high school will have no value the moment you step out those doors. Start focusing on your needs, wants, and goals. Plan ahead and take not of the obstacles/hurdles you will face and how to overcome them. Also, start saving and planning your finances now. Search and apply for as many scholarships as you can, and start setting money aside for those unexpected finances.

I would tell myself to get involved with clubs and activities. My parents told me to get involved but I didn't listen to them right away and I wish I had. Upon entering college I wasn't too thrilled because I only knew a couple people and I do not enjoy partying and getting drunk which is what many people do in their free time. I flat out hated my freshman year of college. Once I joined an organization on campus I made a lot of friends and I now really enjoy every minute of college life. There is always someone to hangout with and something fun to do everyday of the week.

Stay in school get good grades and take all the classes serious

I would make my high school self aware of several things that are very different from the standard, everyday routine of attending a sheltered Catholic high school. First, I should be aware of the large number of students, friends included, that no longer live according to the high moral values that were practiced in high school. These values, such as simple respect for one another and one's own body, were taken for granted, but they should not be forgotten as the people and places change around me. Among things not to be forgotten is loyalty to family members. These have always been the most important and supportive people in my life; therefore, regular contact should be kept between parents and siblings. Ultimately, faithfulness and a close relationship with God should be regarded as the first priority when attending college. It is most important to continue this relationship and to have a strong prayer life. I know that a quality prayer life will get me through those difficult moments. Just knowing I am solely responsible for the success of my remaining academic career and outcome of my future would also be beneficial during the transaction from high school to college.

If I were to go back in time, I would tell myself two things. The first is to work hard early on. Focus on studying and classwork, because it only sets the foundation for later coursework. Also, once you get closer to graduation, its harder to focus because you're looking to the next step in life. The second thing I would tell myself is to find a few organizations, both academic and social, that really interested me and pour myself into them. Meet new friends. Hold leadership positions. Do community service to give back. These organizations are where you meet people with similar goals and ambitions as you- friends that you'll keep for life. Plus, leadership looks really good on a resume!