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If I were able to go back in time and talk to my high school self as a senior, I would tell myself to stop worrying. I am completely capable of handling what college has to offer. I would tell myself not to stress too much about the friend aspect of everything. You end up right where you are meant to be. You work hard and get the grades you deserve. Although I would tell my high school self to study a little bit harder for Art History so you can get that higher A you were working towards.

My advice would be relax. I am a hard worker, and am always after the best grades. Going to University High School as a freshman was a shock to me. Not only was it a culture shock being surrounded new people, but it was an academic shock. Instead of being the over achiever at my home school, I was in the "smart" environment struggling. Many nights I stayed up studying to maintain my straight As. However, with difficult courses, I got my first B. I still try my hardest and have maintained good grades, but when entering college I was worried. I was worried not only for the academics, but the social shock again. The U of A has a big campus. Few of my friends from UHS were in my classes. Moving away from home was hard too. Worrying so much that first year caused me to miss out on many opportunities. So my advice is go with the flow, try your hardest, but also to live a little and enjoy college. I only have two more years of education then I am stuck in the real world, hopefully with a job I love because of my choices now.

Brittany, all the teachers, counselors, summer advisors were wrong about college. It is an amazing place, it is not how they all described it would be, the teachers are very laid back, chill, and actually talk about things that High school teachers should not discuss in class. You get to choose what time of the day you can attend class, can do whatever you want basically, but one thing to keep in mind is to attend classes every day, memorize your schedule, and of course get to class early or there will not be any seats left. Take all your required class this year, fill out all those scholarships application you are thinking of applying for, stay with the Upward Bound program, and for orientation let New Start know the first week that you have an emergence on orientation day, so that you can get your registration situated and ready for Warped Tour 2012!

If I could go back to high school and give myself good advice, it would be to go to college right after high school and finish my degree. I started my Accounting degree path, but I stopped going after a year to work and pursue other interests. If I would have continued and finished my degree then, I believe I would have went on and gotten my Bachelor's Degree already as well, which I intend to pursue after finishing my Associate's. I would stress how important it is, and how much a degree is required now for most jobs. I continually tell my daughters how important college is and wish I would have taken my own advice after high school.

Dear Jordyn, I know what you are going through right now seems so difficult and impossible, but it gets better. College is hard but it's also really fun. You have your whole life ahead of you and I am so proud of you for not killing yourself. Thank you for letting me live this awesome life in college. If I could describe the world of college in one word, it would be freedom. Freedom to be who you want, freedom to study what you want, and freedom to live how you want. This freedom can get out of control at times, but you will learn to reign it in and become the awesome student you know you have the ability to be. Don't give up. The work load gets easier as time goes on, and finals don't last forever. Power through, and I know you will be able to get that diploma like our parents never did. Be confident, be strong, and remember that the trials we face in our life are only temporary and they make us stronger in the end. Love, Jordyn

Dude! You have to apply to scholarships, you are going to be misserable if you dont have any money to spend! Fafsa is not enough, look for the scholarships there are a ton available for you just look for them. Also look for a steady- flexible job already you are going to have free time so take advantage of it. Also register for the honors college, dont be intimidated by the title honors anybody willing to make sacrifices can be an honors student. You are going to meet a lot of people so dont get to serious with anyone yet, you are going to have fun. Also take advantage of your moms food, everytime she cooks eat it all because im pretty sure you are going to miss those days.

I would tell myself to try my hardest to fully understand the subjects. I have come to find that each course build more and more on the last and a fully understanding of the material will lead to good grades, less confusion, and even less time spent in the following courses. Having a good understanding of each course not only does all these things, but will also prepare you for your actual work in your career. I would recommend saving your money because college is extremely expensive, and to put the proper time in you will not be able to work much, because you are a bit of a slow learner. Make sure to have fun when you can because the stress of school can be overwhelming almost daily, but don’t let fun get in the way of school or sleep. Sleep you will come to find is vital for focusing. You have a bright future ahead of you with many great memories. Work hard because it honestly pays off, and in full. Good luck.

Look here guy. get your act together. i know this stuff is boring and all that right now. but take it from me in a few years you'll be glad you barely passed high school because your gonna need a better education especially in a bigger city. your not as smart or good at whatever it is you think you are. theres always someone better and smarter than you. take this seriously because if you want a legit job you'll need to get it together.

If I were to see myself as a high school senior, I would tell them not to worry about what others think. Understanding that high school used to be a huge deal where you know who are the popular ones and who are not. Thinking back, I would have told this girl to take any opportunity that comes her way such as dating or volunteering at the hospital. Also, I would tell this girl not to worry about what others think, because in the long run, it's most likely that they will forget about what happens in high school. Also, not to worry about high school drama and losing friends, because in college, you always meet someone new almost everyday and will come to realize that you will care about academics instead of superficial things like clothing. Finally, I would tell her to simply have fun while she can.

Lauren, Don't be shy and stay in your dorm room. Don't worry about best friends making other friends because you will make your own as long as you're social. Don't be pressured to drink or go to parties and go only if you're comfortable. JOIN CLUBS! They look great on any resume and in the long run volunteer work will get you places and connections. Also go to the gym and run around campus, doesn't sound like you now, but it'll be your favorite thing and nobody is judging! Get past your fears of being lonely, and not fitting in because everyone here is just as worried as you are. Lastly, your studying habits are going to have to change and fast. No more T.V. and texting it's time to put down the remote! You'll excel if you try and if you end up getting a couple of C's don't panic! Just try harder and always study in advance! But you'll learn from your mistakes and be almost glad you made them! That is because college is amazing!

I would tell myself to get more inovlved with friends who challenge themselves and I would also tell myself to get more serious early on about my area of study.

If I had to go back and give advice to myself as a senior, I would tell myself to tak all those AP and dual enrollment courses I thought of taking. It would have given me and even better head start when enterting in college. I could have already completed some of my undergraduate requirements while still in high school. Taking those classes would have given me a chance to try more classes that appeal to my many interest and truly find my place on this campus. I didn't work nearly as hard as I could've as a senior, I was too worried about that "right of passage" and having fun. But I now know hard work pays off, I wish I truly understood that a year ago.

if i could go back i would tell myself to never give up go for what i want in life and never let nobody tell you different and that you can do anything you set your mind to and that im successful in everything that i do

I would tell myself to check the cabinets before I signed a lease. You never know what's living in there, before its too late. Actually, I'd let myself be surprised. It's dealing with things like insect epedmics, faulty plumping, and dangerously engineered power lines that have forced me out of my comfort zone and enabled me to become the man I am today. (I've still got a long way to go). I would tell my high school self to make mistakes, take risks, and get knocked down, and then greet standing back up with open arms. It's taking me a year to finally get it. My comfort zone is like a muscle: the more its pushed and strained, the bigger it gets. I would tell high school me to take the challenging course, play the intermural I'm not very good at, and ask out the girl who doesn't know I exist. I would teach myself to great failure with a smile and a solution, and to never be afraid of the word no. A ship may be safest in its harbor, but that is not its purpose.

Dear Carly, I know that you are very stressed about college and scholarship applications right now. Don't worry. Waiting for your acceptance letters is giving you so much anxiety and you should be focusing on yourself and what makes you happy. It will all work out in the end, I promise. When you move in to your dorm, be friendly! The easiest way to make the transition from high school to college is to keep yourself busy. Make new friends, join clubs, and take classes that you want to take. Don't let anyone tell you what you should do, becuase this will be your time to shine. Your time to make your own decisions and really feel like an adult. The biggest words of advice that I can give you is to not be shy about college, jump in head first and make the most of your time there. Have fun and study hard. Love, Your Future Self

If I could go back in time to give some advice to myself as a high school senior, I would advise myself to do all of the following: don't take more than 12 units your first semester, come to college ready to hit the library and study hard, befriend everyone that you can, join a club and or fraternity, get to know your professors, don't skip class, and don't take anything for granted. In regards to work load and social life I would tell myself that it is important not to overextend yourself the first semester of college and allow yourself time to meet new people and explore new things such as greek life and campus clubs. One thing I would stress too is that the courses in college are exponentially harder than courses in high school and you have to come ready to study hard and work harder. Meeting new people and forming new friendships is key to establishing a good foundation of friends and life-long connections but do not skip class to hang out with them. Getting to know your professors is key for staying ahead of the curve and succeeding in class.

Being a sophomore at the University of Arizona I would have to tell my high school senior self that even though I have already chosen the school I plan to attend and chose what major to pursue, think about your major again and think about the outcome it will have in your life. What exactly can you do with a theatre degree in life? Sure you can get training in the acting field but look at the reality of it: it is not going to be easy to obtain a career in acting. Like any field of work it requires hard work, yes, but it also requires you to be lucky. Think outside the box, what if acting does not work out for you? What then? What I am trying to get at you is that you need to have a backup plan. Think abou psychology, that is relative to theatre. You are working with the human mind and helping those in need. Just be sure to have a backup just in case acting doesn't work out. You can still pursue a career in acting, but if it doesn't work out, at least you have a backup plan.

If I could go back and give my high school senior self any piece of advice, it would be as simple as: stay true to yourself. The transition from leaving a place you've been your entire life to a big city where you only know five people is hectic and terrifying and in the process of trying to find out where you belong, you may lose sight of yourself. In college, your given a chance almost to recreate yourself, but I feel that it would have been nice to know that though I have done quite a lot of growing up since high school, I'm still the same silly girl who enjoys Disney movies and going to football games. You can't let the big, scary shock of moving on with your life stop you from being yourself and obviously, you shouldn't let any person or event shape you in a way that you don't want to. So, always stay true to your beliefs and who you are, while always keeping an open mind.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would give myself the advice to know why I want to do achieve certain goals in life and how to get there. Telling my younger self of finding out what my why is, or my reason behind my dreams and aspirations. I have figured this out now that I am in college but it took longer due to people pulling in every direction you could possibly imagine. If I had known these things my senior year of high school it could have saved me alot of time, effort, and stress at the begging of my college life. I feel that me as a senior hearing this advice would also have been benificial because then I would have looked for a job closer to the carreer I now wish to persue, physical therapy. Getting a head start on this my senior year of high school would have been very nice and would have given me something else to do along with working. If I could have told myself all this my senior year, I would in a heart beat.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition I would tell my high school self to always be on top of class work, never procrastinate, but to make time to have a little fun with friends as well. I think the most important would be to stay on top of classwork and to not procrastinate becuase that is the key to being succesful in your academic career. Also, making time for fun with friends is very important becuase you will not get this time back again, and this is when you make those life long friends. Meeting the people you do and becoming close with them helps relieve the homesick feeling when it comes up every once in a while too, the friends you make become family. I wish that I could have told my high school self these two things, but I would not trade my experience to go back and re-do it. The only thing I can do is to help my siblings and my younger friends who are going off to college soon and hope that what I have learned helps them out.

College will be a great experience! It is a peak to the real world. It prepares you for the life you plan ahead. You will learn a lot about yourself. It teaches you how to live on your own, budget your money, and make you more responsible. It is not going to be easy. You have to have a positive mind set and work hard. Don't get discouraged and let no one tell that you can't. Block out all the negative people around you and focus on yourself. Make the right friends. Having friends, they will help you in need, advice, or to make time fly. Do not be afrid to try anything new. Learn from your mistakes, failures, and flaws. You will mold yourself as a better person when you do. Good luck!

Dear Caitlin, College life is really fun. It is a lot of work and it is hard to be away from home but, you will have to experience the sense of independence. I didn't realize what it really meant to be independent. Here at University of Arizona you need to do your own laundry, go to all your classes, live with someone your have never met before, and figure out what you are going to eat everyday. I think that the best advice I could give you is to not be afraid of the future. You need to embrace it. Start to learn how to cook now with mom while you can. Man do I miss the home cooked meals. Start to take more responsibility for yourself. Make your bed, do laundry, make dinners for the family once in a while, and last but not least absorb all the love and cuddles you can get. I never realized that you are going to miss the scent of your home, mom, and step dad. When you go to college you gain independence but also lose the self assurance that things will be taken care of for you. Step up. -Caitlin

If I could go back in time to speak to my high school self I would have advised myself to go to class everyday and take it much more seriously. The amount of time and work that goes into college level classes is much more than high school, making the transition from high school to college extremely difficult. At first it was very difficult for me to manage my time with the amount of work I was given my first year of college. Since then I have learned from experience how to better manage my time. But had I put as much effort into my junior and senior years of high school as I do now, I would have had much better grades, had a wider selection of college choices, and been more prepared for the work load that comes in college. I didn’t take high school seriously, but if I had the opportunity to go back in time and do things over again I would stress to myself how important high school is for your future and how it shapes you into the student you will be for the rest of your life.

The transition from high school to college is a huge one and most students are not as prepared as they may think. I was one of those students. My advice to myself would be that college is much more difficult than high school so start preparing and learning how to study. In high school I was able to pass all of my classes without really having to study for any of them. My first semester of college came as a shock to me as the work load built up quicker than I imagined. I never learned how to study and it made my classes more difficult. If my high school senior self learned study techniques, I would have been much more prepared and would not have needed that first semester to realize the effort and motivation that was going to be needed.

As a college sophomore, I would urge my former high school self to become involved in research as early as possible. The University of Arizona is a Research One Institution, so it is very important to get involved in this field and become affiliatedted with faculty heading research projects as well. This is especially true for my major, neuroscience, where the majority of post graduate jobs are research-based. A firm foundation in research as an undergraduate student shows dedication and genuine interest in the subject, which graduate schools and potential employers find impressive. I would also advise myself to not stress about the daunting financial aspect of college and focus instead on maintaining a good GPA. College is expensive, especially when you have to pay for it yourself, and taking out student loans is very stressful as well. However, I would advise myself that excelling in school and making an amazing career for myself will more than pay for it all later.

Grades are important, but they are not everything. Sacrificing meaningful connections with peers and social outings for studying at home on a Friday night might land you that A on your history test, but will that knowledge actually prepare you for life? Your experiences in high school help build the foundations for your future. Start with maintaining a balance in your life. Keeping up with your responsibilities as a student are crucial for getting into a highly ranked school, but attending a well-reputed state school will serve just as beneficial. Take advantage of the opportunities available while you’re still light in responsibilities. Take the initiative in securing more responsibilities. Search for a laid-back afterschool job, ask that boy in your chemistry class on a date, go to that Friday night party. The transition from high school to college is a pathway to independence, and a test to see how you budget your study and free time without any adult supervision. You’re the adult now. The choice is yours, as is the experience. Find connections with others and build relationships with them. The lessons learned from their experiences will only help you create your own, but better.

Over the past year I have learned that God needs to be the main focus in my life. Last semester was a challenge to me and I did not know how I could do it by myself. I decided to hand the reins over to God and I had one of the best semesters I have ever had. By trusting solely in Him opened so many opportunities and gave me courage, knowing that I can do it. No matter what challenge I may face in life, I will put my trust in God and stand firm in my faith.

Stepping onto the university campus as a little freshman, I felt scared that I would be run over by the many bikers rushing to classes. My little beach cruiser couldn't compare with a motor powered bike. If I had known this, and the fact that my classes are within walking distance, I would not have spent money on a bike. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to save the money to buy all the expensive books required for many of my classes. I would also tell myself to not think of myself as one of the most intelligent students at school anymore. I was one of the honors/AP students in high school, with a 3.9 gpa, but college is different. Honors classes in college are like AP classes on steroids. I would tell myself to balance out my schedule when it is time to select one for my freshman year. I would also tell myself to prepare for all the caffeine intake needed for studying. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to prepare for all the wonderful experiences of university- experiments of methods for staying awake.

Relax Serah! I wish my high school self would have learned to relax and take things one step at a time. During high school, nothing mattered more to me than securing a future at a university and establishing myself as a hard working student. However, this determination usually got to me and caused me to panick when things didnt go as planned. I also lost appreciation for the present, making little friends, showing no interest in social activities and even missing prom! I would tell myself that everything would eventually work out the way its suppose to workout and that taking time to enjoy the present was not only okay, but necessary. Looking back, I hardly remember senior year and not because I had so much fun that it flew by, but because i was hardly involved other than attending class. Determined to "make it through" senior year as I had just moved from South Africa, I told myself I could only start over in college. I regret my negative attitude , and would let old me know that would build up regrets in the future. There was no better time to start over than right then!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself in my high school senior year I would tell myself to have fun between my spring semester of high school and my summer semester of college. By the time I hit my fall semester of college I felt burn't out and my grades were heavily affected causing me to have to retake a few classes. I would tell myself to save as much money as I could from my part-time job so that I would have been more prepared when I ended up moving around from family member to family member and had to pay out of pocket for school to retake the classes I messed up in. If i could I would have also told myself not to take spanish class in college and to take american sign language instead because I've met new people who need to sign and i ended up failing my spanish class anyway.

Most importantly I would say, it's okay to fail. You're first semester will be tough, no matter how well you did in high school. You'll struggle and not do as well or fit in like you want to at first. You can learn the most from your failures. From there, you need to find the life skills you leaned. Sometimes it's something as simple as studying a different way or going to the tutor every week. No matter how bad you fail, keep trying. There is nothing you cannot do as long as you put your heart into it and try your hardest to do what is best. Accept what you consider 'failures' and look at them as learning experiences. You're a better person than you give yourself credit for. So give yourself more credit!

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself a multitude of things. First of all, I would tell myself that college is more expensive than you think. Save money and apply to as many scholarships as possible. The next thing I would tell myself is not to stress too much about the change in work load/difficulty. As long as you keep up with your work, attend class regurlarly, and study often, everything will work out okay. The last thing I would tell myself is to make as many friends as possible early in the year. Friends are great to go to for help with classwork because they are in the same position as you. Professors don't have enough time to help everyone, so friends will be key in your success. Keeping these three things in mind will help you transition from high school to college smoothly.

"Work harder, study more, no matter what anyone else says, it makes a diffrence if you fix yourself now." I always lacked interest in my studies in high school, and I'm am paying the price in college. When I started college, I thought I could just go to class and pay attention, and I would get an A's on the exams, but that wasn't the case. I needed to work harder, meaning: STUDY, STUDY, STUDY! I never took the time to focus on what was going to be on a test, but watched funny home videos on the internet instead. So when I failed one of my classes in college, I realized I needed to change, I needed a soultion to my problem, so I evaluated what I was doing wrong, and I realized it was how I studied and the fact that I didn't take any notes. When I saw myself falling into my old high school habit of not studying and slacking off, I realized I needed to change, and I am trying to change, but I always think to myself, "If only I had tried to change myself in high school, if only."

Dear high school self, You are about to enter the most important years of your life. Deciding on where you want to go and what you want to study is very crucial in the next 4 years. Find the place that best suites you and all your dreams. Strive for perfection and give everything all you have got. If you are unsure on future career possibilities, there is no need to rush. You have time to decided what you want to study as a freshman in college. So accept as many challenges as possible and don't give up when things become difficult. These are the years that are going to change your life and form the person you are going to be for the rest of your life so choose wisely, work hard and have fun!

If I could go back in time as when I was a high school senior there would be many things I would tell myself!

Make sure you pay attention to the classes you are in. It may not seem like it but it will apply in college. Also do as many scholarship applications as you can because they will add up in the end and you won't have to worry about any school money. Make sure that you try hard in all of your classes because if you pass certain exams you might qualify to not take certain classes in college. That really opens up your time and you can get through college so much faster and easier.

Jaimie, soon you will begin a new, exciting yet terrifying chapter in your life. Yes, you will miss your friends and family, those home-cooked meals, and your comfortable bed, but hold onto those things that have shaped you. Take the things that make you who you are for this new experience. As long as you stay true to you, your values, and beliefs, you will find your place in this huge college and your fit will come natural (trust me here!) Try to experience as much as you possibly can fit into your schedule, because there is so much to explore. Don't just hide in your little dorm room - go discover new talents and opportunities! You might learn things about yourself that will excite and overwhelm you, but just take things as they come. Stay in the now and live in the moment and avoid stressing over your future. That "what the heck?! I'm going to be in college?!" moment will remind you to stay grateful, humble, enthusiastic, and open-minded throughout the entire experience. It is all just apart of this crazy, terrifying, exhilarating, confusing thing we call life.

I would tell myself not to worry-- and that no matter what happens, I will find my place. I would tell myself that I will do just fine, and that some of the most life-altering experiences are in my near future. I would not change a thing. I wouldn't change the fact that I registered for Fall semester at the last minute, or that sometimes I waited until the last moment to study for a big exam. Not because these are good practices, but rather because I learned from them. That's what going to college is about. It's about learning-- learning who you are as an individual, what you want with your life, and what you are truely capable of. It's about trial and error, and knowing how to deal with hardships. It's about learning how to be an adult. It's about meeting new people, connecting with your community, and making memories that will surpass the bonds of time. I would tell myself, that life, from the moment I stepped into college, became much more fufulling with each passing day.

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to stay focused. College is extremely important and can determine your future. Get serious and look at it as the beginning of your future not the end of school. If I had made that decsion then I would not be a 47 year old college student now. I would have told myself I have 4 more years until school is over, not after this year I am done. I should have looked to the experience of college and the advantages it would have given me had I stayed on track. It gives you the advantage in life and waiting too long makes it that much harder, you take on more responsibilities and sometime you can't get a second chance. So stay focused and on track and it will be done before you know it. I would rather be a 47 year oldwoman with a college degree than a 47 year old without one!

The advice that I would give myself would not be much different. I Inlvolved myself in the band programs and made a lot of friends. I was dedicated myself to school. I think that I would tell myself to make friends in class quicker because study groups are very helpful. I would also tell myself to attend a class even if attendance is not required.

I have a brother who is a high school senior and this question comes up with him about entering college. My biggest regret about college is that I should have started preparing sooner. In High School, when the topic of college comes up, it can be very easy to just say that I don’t need to worry about it "just yet" or to keep "pushing it back". This is exactly what I did and by the time I got to my senior year of high school, I saw a lot of my peers announcing their plans for college and a few months from graduation, I didn’t even know what I wanted to study for college, much less plan to go to one. It took me two and a half years since high school to finally get to where I needed to be, time wasted. Another thing that I found was I also didn’t spend any time preparing financially for the expenses of college, which is slowly leading me to the road of financial debt. Bottom line, if you start earlier in preparing for college, the better off you will be. Seize your future as soon as possible.

First of all, I would definitely advice myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible. I graduated high school with the GPA of 3.75 so I believe that I would have got at least a few schorlarships. My high school senior year was my first year in Tucson and a second year in America overall so what I needed was guidance. I wish that I had look for it. Second of all, I would tell myself not to be afraid but believe in my guts and my passion. Explore myself to the fullest with different classes of different majors. College is the oppotunity to find my true identity and embrace it to the highest level possible. Finally, I would recommend myself to work on the time management skill because it is not only a main key to be successful in school but also in life. Good luck my high school senior self!

If I could give advice to myself as a high school senior, it would be to don't sweat the small stuff. I remember being extremely stressed out my senior year about which college to attend. I was so scared I was going to make the wrong decision and regret it later on in life. Because of that, I feel that I missed out on some of the little things. Senior year of high school is supposed to be fun. It is your last year of high school; your last year before you go to college where you actually have to pay for your education and make grown-up decisions regarding the rest of your life. This is why my advice to myself and any other high schools senior would be to have fun. Have fun while you're still young and full of life. Go to In-N-Out at one in the morning with your best friends, stay up all night watching stupid movies and eating junk food, don't worry so much about the little details! You're only young once and you're only in high school once. Make as many great memories as you can!

There are a few things that I have learned being at the university: 1) Procrastination is not an option. The more you practice getting everything done early that easier college will be. It does not matter the situation, whether it be homework or job applications, the sooner you get done the better off you will be. 2) Organization is key. Even if you think you have an amazing memory, a planner is nevessary. it will become your best friend in college. There are times when a professor will mention homework that should be on the syllabus then will not discuss it again until after the due date. If you plan on joining clubs, scheduling out your meetings along with work and classes will be nearly impossible without it. 3) Do not let other people intimidate you. College is not the place to be shy. You are expected to ask questions, give many presentations, talk with your professors/TAs if you encoutner problems, do group projects with people you just met, talk with people in your clubs, etc. But the best advice I can give you is to take it day by day. It will be worth it.

"Go to college," I know you have heard this many times. Now that you have a job at the grocery store, you always have money in your pocket and you are waiting to finish high school. You probably feel you don't have to go to college because after all, you already have a job. I am twenty five years old now, and it feels discouraging when I see that my friends from high school already have their bachelor's degree and have wonderful jobs and I don't. I wish I had not wasted so much time not going to school, but now that I am attending, things have changed. My family is proud of me because I got straight A's last semester and I'm hoping I can achieve the same grades this semester as well. Not only are they proud but I am also proud of myself. I never thought I could do well in school, but now I know I can achieve any goal I want to achieve. That changes things.

The advice I would give myself as a high school senior if I could go back in time would be to put more effort into my classes as an incoming freshman than I thought I would need. College courses are much more challenging than high school courses and require much more work outside of the classroom that does not recieve credit in order to receive a desireable final grade. I would also advise myself to become involved with as many clubs and organizations as early as possible. Lastly, I would advise myself to be careful to not make any impulsive decisions, such as changing majors. Do not many any decisions based off of trends or other people's opinions and beliefs. Trust your instinct and be true to yourself.

Hey, self. I know life has sucked the last four years, but it really is about to get better. Since high school has burnt you out entirely, take a few years off to travel and gain some valuable work experience. Once you feel like you're ready, seek out a school that shares your values and has a good course program for your major. You will fall in love with Latin and Ancient Rome -- just go with it. This is going to be your chance to shine and finally get the awesome grades you know you're capable of. College is much less rigid, so keep a close eye on your planner and be sure to keep track of your assignments and your commitments! Don't be afraid to fall in love with your major every time you go to class and never be able to shut up about random new facts you've learned, that just means you've made the right choice.

Have confidence and be friendly. From there fitting in comes naturally. Don't be afraid to take risks or make mistakes, because life here is forgiving. Studies come first of course but you will have so much time to socialize. Tryto stay as focused as possible for the last year in high school. Cherish the moments you have but be excited for the plethora of paths awaiting you in your very close future. Life here is absolutely awesome and you will never regret making the choice to come to this school.

Looking back at a high school senior, I think about how stressed I was, yet how excited I was to be going to college so soon. All my friends were going to new places as well as some friends choosing the same schools as I did. I remember thinking about how I wanted to go to the University of Arizona, and I was going to do anything to make sure I got there. If I was to give myself any advice it would be to stay focused on my grades and what is important throughout senior year. I thought I made a great transition, so I would do everything the same, expect once coming to school, I would make sure I get organized right away. The hardest part about starting fresh is to make sure I start by being 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} positive. It is also important to get in the right classes and get to know your teachers well right at the start.

Alright, here is the game plan. You are applying to the Medical School so you need to study hard. When I say hard I mean at least two weeks before the exam. I would start stocking up on note cards as well. Don't think that school is something you can put second; you came to school to get an education so school usurps any other activity. Also, make sure you invest in really good walking shoes, a small laptop (the desks are TINY in lecture halls), airborne (everyone gets sick), and a planner. Most importantly, you should save up ALL of your money. Stop eating out at restaurants, buying five dollar Starbucks, and going to the mall. College is REALLY expensive, especially the books. Always look on Amazon.com first to search for your textbook before you go to the bookstore. Start a budget as soon as possible so you will have money to afford living (You know Mom and Dad are going to make you pay for college yourself). One last thing, don’t buy Top Ramen, everyone says that it is a college food, but you will end up throwing the 20 pack away. BEAR DOWN ARIZONA!