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The most valuable advise that I could give my high school self concerning college would be to take every opportunity offered to you and not to worry about what others think. Upon entering into Temple I was very nervous about succeeding, as well as, about how my classmates would respond to me. In middle school I was frequently bullied, and was nervous that I would experience similar incidents in college. However, now I feel that life is what you make of it. You cannot influence how others will act or react, but you can decide how you will respond. Temple was a very accepting school and I did not experience any negative attitudes from my peers, which I am grateful for. The diverse student population actually helped me recognize that one should not be afraid to express themselves; there are no opportunities for accomplishment without risk.

The advice I would give my former self would be to take advantage of all aspects of high school, because the habits you build are carried into college. Finding the best method of study for yourself and implimenting that when you are younger will fuel you in college. I personally feel as though I didn't focus on balancing school work and social life as much as I should have. In high school, students can be more focused on fitting in and dealing with social challenges, which causes academics to fall through the cracks. If I had spent more time actually learning, and creating a way to learn in the midst of other social pressures, I would have been better prepared for college. Most students have matured by the time they reach college, and are now considered "adults." Factor in the freedom of being surrounded by peers rather than parents, and the temptation to procrastinate can be irresistable. Now, studying 24/7 isn't the answer. The importance is in finding stability. If I could go back and teach myself one thing, it would be this: "Don't work hard. Work smart."

The night before he graduates high school, Paul has a dream that gives him guidance for his upcoming freshmen year. The advice I would give to myself as a high school senior would be to learn to manage my time well. Time management is imperative as a college student; without it one cannot function at his/her maximum potential. I adopted the 8-8-8 formula—8 hours of sleep, 8 hours of leisure, and 8 hours studying—late during the course of my freshmen year of college; as a result I did not do as well as I would’ve liked. The second and most prominent tip I’d give myself is to learn to become more independent. Independence is crucial to the success of any college student because no one is going to hold the hand of a functioning 18 or 19-year-old. Finally, know who you are and where you want to go. Goal-oriented people tend to do better than those without plans because they have outlined what they desire to achieve. Living an independent, well-managed, goal-oriented lifestyle will ensure one is successful as a college student. Now wake up and get going!

Take full advantage of all that college has to offer, have fun and take your education seriously. College is the first time in your education that you will be on your own with very little supervision. You must be responsible and disciplined or else you will fail. If you fail, your employment options will be limited and you may get stuck in a job that you hate. Going back to school when you are older will be challenging as you will have to balance school and your other responsibilities. It is easier to do it now while you are young. College is also a time to develop who you are as a person. Research the extra curricular activities available and get involved. This will help build your people networks, experience and resume while helping you figure out what you like to do. Time management is the most important aspect of college. You will have a lot of free time on your hands as your classes will not be all day. It’s ok to have fun, just do it after your work is completed and you will be ok.

One of my biggest worries going from high school to college was about making friendships. Although in high school I was not close with my classmates, I was very close with the other teens I danced with who mostly went to a different high school, but were still my best friends and the people I had come to view as my family. I had a fear that I would go to college and make friends but not any close friendships, like the ones I had spent the previous 9 years cultivating. The number one piece of advice I would give my high school self is to not stress making new friends because it happens so quickly and the people you meet in college become your best friends in no time at all. Keeping close contact with high school friends is important because those friends are the only ones that knew you during that time, but it is also important to be open to making friends in college and creating relationships that support not only your social life but also your career preperations, your emotional needs, and your sanity as you navigate the insane and wonderfully life-changing college years.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to prepare more and not to listen to what those other kids are telling you. Choose a college that fits you, don’t think about where your friends are going, don’t think about if you are going to be alone, just think about you. Think ahead to what might and might not happen and don’t be so cocky in your choices. Take the “lesser college” option a little more serious. You are a great guy and people love you but you are only an application, a couple of pieces of papers and a few essays, to an admissions officer. I guess the overall gist of the conversation would be to just be you and make wise decisions. I know it’s cliché and my high school senior self would look at it as though I don’t know what I’m talking about but then again, I is my life. I have lived it and I am only there to make sure my past self gets the best option that can be afforded to him.

Really the truth about High School is NOT the fun and boyz.....It REALLY is about your education! Sure you can have fun too, but remember the Books come first! And when it's time to go to College...then you REALLY get to realize why the heck you studied so hard....to get to this - College! Work towards your dreams. HAVE dreams. Without them you will not aspire for anything! So when you are done studying, put down your books, lie down and close your eyes. Dream, dream big, dream colorful, dream large. Your hard work will lead you........and your dreams will show your path! I promise you that for sure!

The best advice I would give to myself as well as anyone else attending college in the near future is attaining good time managemnet. My first year was a stuggle because thoughout high school I never studied so I would wait until the last minute to begin studying for a test and try to memorize the information rather than actually learning it. Even when it was time to write papers, I would stay up all night trying to finish a paper I've had for weeks in advance. Time management also plays a role in your social life; as a college student you do not want to spend all of your time studying so you'll engage in activites with friends. Those actvities have to be well balanced with your school work because it is very easy to fall behind and that itself become a burden. Without time management a student could become very stressed so to aviod any stress or aggitation just plan your days accordingly and discipline yourself to follow your agenda.

Hey self, I need to share with you some experience I've gained throughout my past 3 years of college. Firstly, renting textbooks is way better than buying them from the bookstore. That place will rip you off. Also, doing research on student loans may seem overwhelming now, but it is very important to understand how much you're signing up for. After you graduate from High School, you will be going to Atlantic Cape Community College, and it will take 5 whole semesters. Try not to take any classes you don't need and maybe we can get out sooner than that. Academic advisors aren't always dedicated to making your education smoother. You're going to have to do a lot of planning on your own, including class registration. When I made it to Temple University, all my hard work paid off. Don't let anyone keep you down. You and I both know, because we are the same person, that as long as you hold onto your dreams, everything else will fall into place. So, spend wisely, love with all of your heart, and work hard.

Take some time after graduating from high school. Don't get pressured to go to college because everyone thinks that is what you should do right away. Do what is right for yourself.

I would have told myself to focus on my gen eds and the college experience rather than putting all my time and energy into my major courses because I ended up switching majors and now I am very far behind.

Knowing What I know now about college life, I would have done better in high school I would have taken more advanced classes and studdyed better and i would have also not listen to my aunt when she said not to get a job that it would have been to much for me, I now know that i should have gootten a job and saved that money for college.

High school was the wonderful time in my life, I, infact everyone was the happiest person in that time. I never saw any difficulties or any obstacles at that time. But life is not always as easy as we think. If I could go back to the senior year of my high school I would say to myself to have patience and be determined what I want to be. Because, as a college student I was so tensed and hopeless about my tution fees and choosing my major. These things are enough to ruin anyone's night. Actually, there was nothing to worry about if i had always done my job on time and studied as a good student. There always many doors are open for a good student. Obviously I would say to myself to stuck with study and try to do the best job for my country and for others. Nothing can change my good fate if I am determined and a hard worker.

I would tell myself to go with my instincts and be confident in my choices. I would tell myself never to aspire to be someone but always aspire to be an individual. There are many paths to success and in order to succeed it is best to focus on your end. If you look at others you can bcome lost and lose sight of your own goals. The life you want to create for yourself lies in your own destiny so make wise decisons. It is never good to live someone else's dream because you have the key to your own peronal haven.

In High School I was a bit naive with my finances. I did not take the intiative to save money. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to buck up and tighten those purse strings. I would say that my education is worth more than a pair of jeans or the newest book, ect.

Life doesn't always go as planned but the important thing is to make the best out of even the worst situations, there is a opportunity to learn or gain something out of all things that happen in life. College is simply a stepping stone to bigger and better things to come later on in life, the experiences you gain from college in help you the world and have more of an open mind towards society. Try not to past up opportunities because of it being sometime new, because it could be something that you could thrive in. Networking is one of the major aspects of college building strong networks with different types of people will lead to success in life, just think you could befriend a classmate whose parents are involved in Architecture and could recommend you for an intership which could lead to your life long goals. Another thing to remember is that if you need to get something done which involves some sort of organization or corporation, it is extremely important to continue to follow up and ensure that those people working with you to complete your request, realize and understand the importance to you.

Most things will not be just handed to you.That internship you want, all needs to be realized and planned for ahead of time. When you set goals rather it’s big or small always be proactive in doing everything you can to get them to happen. Be actively thinking about how you can get closer. if something gets in the way, fight for it. Highschool can be fun and being serious can be out of the picture but if I was to tell myself I would say to take life seriously, everything has its process, if I want to succeed in life in the near future I will have to shape up, cut down the parties, the late hangout, night phone calls where I could have been studying and bringing up grades, College can be stressful. It easily messes up your mind into thinking that when something goes wrong, your whole world is imploding in on itself. When this happens, step back and take three deep breathes. See the big picture and see all the things that are going right for you. but it will work out eventuall, the future holds a reality to have have yet to relize.

It's more important to research your intended school's overall picture than to attend a school that your best friends are also attending.

If I had the ability to reverse time, the amount of advice I would give myself would be endless. Perhaps the most important piece of advice would be to embrace the path I chose as a student rather than dwell on what I could have done. I spent many years working in an industry pertaining to my field of study post graduation. I was miserable. It didn't take working to discover my lack of passion for jobs that filled my sunday evenings and monday mornings with dread. As a student I knew this path was not for me. I refused to run off course. I wanted to remain steady and consistent, and for years would come to regret this decision. At the time I felt dissatisfied and complacent, but in fact I had established a career for myself. Fast forward to today and I have finally made my transition. Had I decided early to take a different path, I may have never discovered my passion. And so I say to my high school self, there is nothing wrong with taking your time. No experience is a waste of time or energy. Your past will help mold your future.

i want to study because i like to be in college i want improved my languasa and i really like to study verry hard to make my future i my life i want be the best

If I could go back as a senior in high school, there would be many things I would change so I could prepare myself for the huge transition into a big university. The first thing I would do as a senior is to do dual enrolment and take some college classes. Not only does this help with getting the gist of how college work load is, but it gets some credits out of the way so your work load isn’t as heavy. I would also take some more difficult classes so I would be prepared for the change. The last thing I would do if I could go back as a senior is to look for scholarships. I didn’t realize how expensive college was until I was already in my freshman year of college. Going into my second year of college I am applying to as many scholarships as I can.

APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! I am having an extremely hard time financially at college. Every aspect of my college life is perfect except financially. Each semester is ended with me having an outstanding balance that doesn't get paid off until a week or so before the next semester. This limit the amount of options I have for the classes I want and when I want them. It's really frustrating and I am hoping my financial situation will get better soon.

I would definitely challenge myself to do more work. First off I would read, read, and read! It is extremely important to read a lot because in college reading never stops. Also, I would of wrote more anaylsis papers and overall just challenge myself to become a better reader and writer.

I would tell myself not to worry so much about getting a job; it's all about the experiences you have and what you make of them. In high school, I spent a lot of time worrying that if I pursued what I loved, it would never land me a job after graduation. Against my thoughts, I began as a Communications major, which was and is my first love. Now that I am nearing my junior year in college, I am so grateful that I pursued that path. Knowing what I know now, I would have told myself that four years is not a very long time; it is just long enough to blink and take a breath. I would have willed myself to come out of my shell, and not be so shy. Take every opportunity and seize it, no matter how scary it may seem at the time. I would tell myself that everything is worth trying just once. In a way, I am glad that I did not know this information then, because the learning processes, and the experiences, that have given me this knowledge have brought me to appreciate where I am today.

My advice to myself would be the same as I told myself when I was in highschool - just keep smiling! Keep your head up and always do your best. You need to take care of you, because someone will not always be around or the person that is, may not have YOUR best interests at heart. There are going to be a lot of battles that seem to take you uphill both ways....but YOU CAN DO IT! You can also do it barefoot in six feet of snow....( Just like my grandpa always use to say)!

When I first began college, I lacked much of the academic discipline I needed to succeed as a student. As a result my first two semesters were much harder than they ought to have been. If I could go back now and give advice to myself, it would be to make every extra effort to have my college education be of the highest priorty. Now that I'm a senior, I've learned the importance of academic discipline and strive to apply myself to my education in every respect. Because of the mistakes that I made my first two semesters, I learned a degree of humility that has caused me to view my role in life as one of a student in all aspects, and whenever I have an opportunity to learn, regardless of what I may be learning, I strive to get the most out of that experience, and be the most adept student I can possibly be.

The advice I would give myself in high school would be getting as much scholarshuip money as possible. As much of a drag as it is to sit there for hours on end while my friends are out having a good, it is worth the sacrifice. By getting as much scholarship money as possible in high school will relievehalf of the stresses and burdens I am facing now.

I would study hard and more in high school

The advise that I would give is be open minded. Coming from another country, and start college at a complete different setting is a big transition. Mexican colleges are very different from U.S. colleges, and the best advise is to be open. If I could go back, I would say that there is no bad or wrong is just different. There is no right or wrong, is just different. College is a big transition by itself, and added to this the country is changed then it makes it a little harder to adjust, but not impossible. College is the step before real life. Having an open mind; the willingness to listen, observe and learn, and having a positive attitude are the best advices in order to make this transition a success. Going to college should not be a scary or depressing act, it should be the event that marks the person as the stage where you build yourself for the future. Is the stage where the student becomes more self aware of what is capable of doing, changing and impacting. Also starts to being more involve with the community, and sets its goals for the future.

When I was in high school I did not worry about getting A's in my classes or my GPA, I only worried about passing. I did not think about what I wanted to be as a career either I just wanted to be out of high school. If I could go back in time I would tell myself start learning how to study NOW!!! During college I have had to teach myself and see which study habit works for me and with some habits I've had to learn the hard way that they were not for me. I have learned in college your grades are everything! Whether its to get into the University you want or to stay a step ahead of other students that are going for the same program you are. I would also tell myself to decide what kind of field I would like to go in. I do have a few classes that will not count towards my associates and therefore was not a good use of money that I could have used elsewhere. I would also tell myself to get involved in school ativities, take advantage of all the school has to offer!

I would go back even further to when I was a college freshmen and urge myself to obtain better grades. Originally I went to junior college and transfered to Temple. I got into many schools after junior college but finacially was not accomadated well enough. Incoming college freshmen with high gpa's from high school has more oppretunities to obtain scholarships than transfer students.

If I could go back in time the advice I would give to myself would be to never take a month, week, day, or even a second for granted. Especially as a senior in high school, I think I was a bit naive to all that life had to offer me. Growing up I was very blessed, the education my family provided for me was top notch, and I never realized it till I was well into my first-year of college. Although I may have never realized how good I had it before, I certaintly do now. This may seem cliche but I have begun to "live every day as if it were my last," and I truly wish my high school senior self would have done the same. Never the less I am still grateful for my up bringing and continue to cherish my past as well as what the future may have in store for me.

No matter where you go to college it will never feel like home, until you find yourself with good friends. I started at a different college and I was not happy there. When, I came to Kent I immediately started talking to kids in class and went out to all the school events. I got involved in as many things as I could. This would be my advice to myself, go out there and get involved. Don't be afraid to talk to someone, try to make lots of friends. Get involved in everything that you can. Go to all the games and ativities. Never worry about going by yourself, just go. You'll be much happier for it.

The first thing I would tell myself is "It doesn't matter." Not that a college education does not matter. As we all know, a college education bridges the income gap between barely making it and living comfortably. It certainly does make a difference. However, when I was a senior, I was more concerned about the "fit." (Can I see myself here?, etc.) I went to a boarding school and all of my friends, who were more affluent than I, were looking at small, liberal arts colleges ,which made me overlook the possibilities and opportunities a state institution could offer (affordability and diversity). Instead of applying to Ohio State, I attended a smaller school in the Northeast. I couldn't afford more than a year, though, and had to return to Ohio. If I had just started out at OSU, I would not have gone through the stress or disgrace of leaving one school and beginning anew at another. I wish I could have had the confidence to go down the "generic" path. Besides, college is not what's advertised but what a student endeavors to make of it.

University is an extreme change from high-school. In college, a lot of work is necessary to achieve a decent GPA.  There is no more skidding by without studying for exams.  Time management, preparation, organization, and determination are vital weapons to include in your collection.   Before you come to University be sure to complete your research about activities and clubs the University offers.  Research what the hot the job markets will be and pick a field that interests you.  If possible, shadow a professional or be active in that field. While riding the wave of college life, cleanse your mind of destructive entanglements and take advantage of amazing opportunities provided by a vast spectrum of people. Do not immediately judge by first impressions and grasp the chance for positive change.Today, saving money is a growing trend. College exposes unforeseen out-of-pocket expenses that come along with living on your own. Be conscious and enlighten yourself about scholarship opportunities, work study, college credit courses, and financial aid. Scholarships range from community based to nationally based. When you put in effort, it will pay off. By following this advice, you will open your eyes to the sunlight of possibilities.

I would have told myself college is full of goods and bads, but as long as you try you will succeed.

Being a high school senior, I was excited to graduate and move on to the next chapter of my life. Going back to talk to my self, having gone through almost two years of college, there are many things i have noticed. I would be sure to tell my "Senior Self" that time management over anything is the most important quality in order to succeed in college, after your time is managed effectively, everything else will fall into place. The second important thing to note is to not become best friends with your roommate or live with your best friend from home. Friendships are unfortunately ruined with the stress of school and too much time spent with another person outside one's room can be frustrating. Branch out and make friendships to last a lifetime, that is so important in college. The last important point to tell my "Senior Self" is to take a class on effectively managing your money when you first get to school. Going to Temple and living in an economically stimulating area, it is easy to spend money and not realize how much you use every month. Lastly, don't take your college career for granted!

College seemed like this daunting entity in my future, made even more intimidating by the fact that no one in my family had ever been. However, I was determined that my experience in college would not break me. I was an idealist, nervous from my teachers’ warnings that it would be a very hard four years, but eager to experience it for myself. Now, I have gone through college many times over, my first advice would be to prepare for the independence of college life. Even though I had been independent through high school because I had so many siblings and my parents left us to our own devices, I now had to live on my own, support myself, keep my grades up, and not become engrossed in the social life. In fact, the coursework wasn’t as difficult as my teachers had made it seem. Balancing all aspects of living life completely on my own for the first time and keeping my schoolwork my first priority proved to be the hardest part of college. So, my advice would be to prepare for the independence, and enjoy the experience but make sure that I keep my education my first priority.

The main advice I would give myself as a High School Senior would be: do your school work and more importantly get more involved with campus recreation by staying more healthy. Other advices that I would give myself: ask more questions because by answering questions in a collegiate class-room is the only way you can really succeed in life; challenging myself more to do more with college and Temple University.

That reading is the most important thing when you get to college. I should focus a lot more on the material then just doing the homework to get by. There is barely any homework in college and all the grades are exams and papers. Also, defintiely pick a school that you have a good friend going to that you can room with, it makes the transistion process a whole lot easier and I have seen instances where my friends on my floor have roommates that do not get a long at all. Lastly i would tell myself pick a school that you fall in love with, you only go to college once for four years, you mine as well have the time of your life instead of looking back with a regret for the rest of your life. College is like nothing you will ever experience in your life time.

As a high school senior I was very active in my school as well as my community. I kept myself busy in hopes that the year would go by quickly (as many seniors do) and I could reach the climax of my high school years- prom and graduation. Unfortunately, at the conclusion of senior year I realized that I anticapted the end of year so much that I didn't appreciate the last months I could call myself a high school student. I passed up the opportunity to enjoy the company of friends and teachers; some I would never see again. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior knowing what I know now I would tell myself to just relax and live in the moment. I would tell myself I would never get the chance to be a high school student ever again so enjoy every moment. I would give myself the adivce to take advantage of still being a kid because once you reach college your responsibilities multiply and the real world is approaching faster than you can imagine. I would say, "Just be patient Chynna!"

Don not listen to your parents. They do not have your best interst at heart. You are not retatred and are very smart. You have the ability tomake it through college. You are not worthless!!!!

Dear Jean, This is Jean from the future! I know it sounds weird but trust me on this, you are a senior at KKCHS and your secret crush is Terrance! Now that I know you are truly listening to me, or you I would like to share some advice for your next year in college! We both know that you can be quite stubborn and like to live by the motto that you will only learn from your own mistakes, but the best piece of advice that anyone will be able to give you is LEARN from others mistakes. The people around you in college will teach you just as much if not more than the classes you are enrolled in. Something that you have done well which everyone should do is be as friendly as possible and try to make as many friends as you can, even if they wouldn't be considered part of your "usual" crowd from high school. As for academics, study, study then study a little more! If you go over your material at least once every day you will be very pleased with yourself! That's all I'm allowed to share for now!

please take your genED at community, so it's cheaper. and also take your time deciding on what you want to "major" in, because you might end up doing something completely different. follow your heart and remember who was there for you.

My best advice would be that I definitely could and should go to college. In my home there was never any conversations on the importance of education. My parents never went to college and neither did their parents. I would tell myself about all the dead end jobs I've had and how my pay has always been hindered do to a lack of a degree. I would also tell myself to work hard in school and try not to get wrapped up in the social scene. I would assure myself that my poor grades in High School really were from a lack of completely applying myself and that I really do get good grades when I try. I would also say that it's very important to pick a comfortable college where you feel at home. It makes it easier to do those first scary things like going to the library or getting a tutor, meeting advisors and looking for classes. I don't think I would come back from talking to myself until 'we' had an acceptance letter from a college. I would also tell myself how exciting it is to have a real direction in life.

I would tell myself to learn how to do the things that have been taken care of for you your whole life. Things like: laundry, cooking, cleaning, and taking care of yourself. I would stress the importance of school, and although the social aspect of college is an important one, it is not something that should be a priority. I would tell myself to keep focused and enjoy yourself because these 4 or more years are going to go by so fast. I would offer myself the advice of growing beyond the classroom. The classroom is a powerful tool, but so is community service and life lessons that are learned outside the classroom. I would tell myself to get involved with school. Fraternities are a good networking tool, and I'm sorry I didn't join one sooner than I did. I would also tell myself to prepare for the city of Philadelphia. Although I had been there, I'm not really sure I was ready to live there. I missed a lot of great opportunities in the city my first year or so because I was not prepared to live there.

If I were able to go back in time to my high school self, I would have to say the biggest lesson I have learned is that you shouldn't wait until your 30's to go back to school if you want lots of scholarhip oppoutunites. Going to a community college first is deffinately the least expensive route to go if you want to get the most for your money. Also, what you put into your high school years is what you will get out of your college years; don't mess around, do what needs to be done to qualify for larger scholarships.

First I would tell myself to live in the freshman dorms because I didn't recieve the social experience of my freshman year that I wish I had. Second I would tell myself to get a summer job and work everyday so I would be able to pay bills and not worry about money all the time for tuition, bills, and books. I would also tell myself to major in finance, because I started as a film major and all the transfering really put me behind as far as graduation date, and wasted my time and money. Finally, I would tell myself to take every class seriously and try my best in all of them, because I did poorly in a number of classes because I was not interested in them. I regret this now because my GPA should be alot higher than it currently is, and I can't wait to apply this new philosophy to my school work this year.

I would tell myself that college life is an unsupervised way of living. The freedom of making your own choices determines your character and values. You will try and be exposed to new things, but you always have the choice to do what you feel is right. Education and networking are the most important factors when attending a university, so utilize all your skills to make yourself indesposible.

Amazingly, if I get a chance to go back to high school as a senior, I would put my time to find what I like to do. When I was in high school, I was unsure about what I would like to do. Even though I was unsure about my major, my applications were sent to local schools including University of Sciences in Philadelphia, Temple University, Rutgers and Rowan University. I was accepted from all the universities, therefore, I decided to go to University of Sciences in Philadelphia with friends because I liked Science in high school. However, after my freshman year, I realized that science was not the field that I wanted to for the rest of my life. Therefore, I transferred out to Temple University and I was still not sure what I wanted to major until I got an acceptance letter from Temple. From all these experiences, if I have a chance to go back to high school, I would like to try various activities, tutors or discuss with upper classmates that I knew from the past to find what I would like to do and find a leader who could lead me into a right direction.