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Life is about taking risks and overcoming fears. Do not be afraid to be yourself, you will find people who deserve to have you in their life. You may meet people with personalities you have never encountered before, but do not let them change you, or influence the person you believe you are and wish to become. Believe in yourself, it will not be easy, but then again, nothing worthwhile or rewarding ever is easy. If all things in life fell freely into our laps, it would be one extremely boring world. But most importantly, although you are still in the quest to find yourself and your true identity, do not lose track of who you are in regards to where you come from, who your family is and how they have raised you. Never forget that you are simply human which means mistakes are allowed. Live life respectfully, independently, responsibly and confidently. Never have any regrets because things happen for a reason, and you need to let them happen as they may. There are great things in store for your future so do as Marley says and "love the life you live, and live the life you love".

If i were given the opportunity to go back and inform myself of college before i made the big leap, i would reassure myself that college is not a difficult transition. During my junior and senior year, it was stressful trying to gather up all of the requirements and make myself stand out among thousands of other students. But now that i have successfully made it to college, a majority of that pressure was relieved. But given the chance, i would go back and calm myself down and tell myself that college is so much better thatn high school, and that adjusting to the big change will be easier than i was initially thinking. In the end, i'm happy with where i'm at and where i'm going! UCF!

If I could go back to my high school senior self, I would tell myself that the transition to college is not as stressful as it may seem. The college atmosphere offers so many opportunities that there is no reason to worry about what major to pick or whether or not I can fit in somewhere in the campus community. I would also tell myself to get rid of old habits, such as procrastination and cramming, because those kinds of habits won't help me through classes. Picking up new habits, like studying and pacing myself through coursework, will be much more beneficial to my stress level and also my grades. Overall, the transition I did make into college was fairly successful: I happened to pick the right major for me and I even made myself pick up new habits. It was almost as if I HAD gone back in time to give myself advice!

College is almost the exact opposite of High School. During high school everything is laid out for you, you HAVE to go to school all day, do what your parents say, get good grades etc. College makes you become a more mature person. you have responsibilites you never had in high school. Responsablities that range from cooking your own food, to making sure you get to class on time without the help of your parents, to finding your place in a student body of thousands. If i could go back i would tell myself only one thing: prepare. It is extemely hard to adjust to college life when you are used to having everything laid out for you. If i could look at myself back then, i would tell myself to watch and learn. Ask more questions about the future, and explore more things rather than life in the bubble of high school life. College is a big responsibility, and I'm just happy that i would survive to go back and give myself advice.

If I could go back to my senior year in high school, I would tell myself two things, to volunteer more, and to study harder for the approaching AP test. I would have told myself to volunteer because I missed so many opportunities by doing what, at the time, I thought were opportunities. I thought "oh, it's high school I should be going on trips with my friends and having fun," never did I think about all the benefits that go along with volunteering like watching people smile because they a little extra help, and not to mention all of the scholarships that I couldn't apply for due to lack of hours. As for the AP test I should have studied harder then to make things easier in college. With those extra credits I could have finished general educations sooner and had more time to spend exploring other fields of study. Those are two major things I would go back and tell myself, maybe even a few words of wisdom on friendships, but I now know these things and while I can not go back in time to tell myself, I can apply them to my current schooling.

If I were to go back and talk to myself as a high schoo senior the advice I would give to myself is to manage my time and stay focused. Managing time is important in college because there is so many activites to attend, but you have to also make time for studying to achieve academic success. Staying focus is key to college because it allows you to keep your eye on the prize which is ultimately graduating and landing your dream job.

I did not realize how much mony college costs so I would tell myself to get some sort of job so I could buy a car. Also, I would tell myself to make sure to keep up with my work and that watching a show is not that important. Just be yourself and not to be afraid to make friends and put yourself out there. People really are not looking at you they are just as new to this as you.

I would advise myself to have worked more hours in my part-time job because the expenses of college are endless. I would also like to have worked harder academically. Event thought I had a 4.58 grade point average; I did not enter college with any advanced credits as my colleges have because of my part time job. I would also advise myself to start a health care plan, because I am a vicious victim of the freshman 15, in which I gained about twenty pounds in my first semester. The most important college advice I would give myself is that the University of Central Florida is the best institution of higher education for me.

I would first of all, tell myself to go to UCF as a freshman. The transition to UCF as a transfer student went very smoothly, but I think I would have been more involved in campus life and would have been able to meet a lot more people had I attended UCF as a freshman and had the opportunity to live on campus. I would tell myself to get involved in as many programs as possible to allow myself the chance for networking opportunities, to help out in the community and help build a strong resume. I would also tell myself to stay very organized as it is a huge factor in whether or not you do well in your classes. The last thing I would tell myself is to remember to have fun. College is a whole new world and while academics come first, you still need to remember to do something for yourself every once in a while and enjoy the whole college experience because it goes by fast!

If I could give myself advice it would be to save up all the money instead of going out and wasting it, get a job as soon as possible in the area around the college, sign up for more scholarships, don't buy the meal plan, research all professors before signing up for classes, don't sign up for classes that don't name the professor unless absolutely necessary, keep excercizing, and remember to eat healthy even though it's easier to eat junk all of the time.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I know now about college life, I would simply encourage myself. I worked so hard in high school to get into college, get good grades, and get involved. It would have been nice to have a little assurance.

As a high school senior I was already a college student full time through early addmissions. I would tell myself that after I receive my AA I should do my best to move to Orlando to be close to the campus. Living at home an hour away from school has caused me to miss out on the campus life and doing activities. If I had lived close to school I would have many more memories to hold onto the rest of my life.

I would tell myself to study more and do well in the dual enrollment classes i was taking so that it would not hurt my cumulative gpa. I would also tell myself to take more advanced placement classes. Lastly, i would tell myself to relax and take a couple more chances because everything is going to turn out alright because worring is not going to add an hour to my life.

Dont join the military yet finish school then join with commission. ..... And dont talk to talk to that sophmore she ends up to be trouble, her dad is the principle.

Hey Brittany, I know you're extremely excited about going off to college, but there are a few things you need to know. To begin with, whereas you did take some dual enrollment classes, take more. That way you can be even further ahead, and not have to take more than four courses at one time. That will not only give you more overall time to focus on your other classes and extracurricular, it will also help you save money. Also, do not live on campus! The dorms are very tiny and over priced. They may be convenient, but you won't be able to fit very much in your room, the beds are small and uncomfortable, and you have to share a small refrigerator with three other people. On a more important note, I know you're ready and will do just fine. Make sure you schedule plenty of time for studying, and spend less time worrying about boys! You will have no problem making friends, but you might with macroeconomics.

My advice to myself would be to apply to a number of schools all over the country. To apply for more scholarships and not to worry about the money. I would talk myself out of junior college and encourage myself to attend a 4 year university, away from my home state. I would try to convenience myself that the fears of leaving home are natural, but should not stop me from going. College life is exciting and challenging in a way nothing else will ever be. It is something that must be experienced as a whole and loses some facit of excitement when one has to work and support a family. The opportunities to enjoy the clubs and activities become very narrow based on work schedules and household obligations. I would encourage myself to grasp all opportunities as they come, worry about the future when it becomes the future and live life to its fullest. This would include getting an education in order to find a career and not just a job.

If I could go back to my senior year of high school, there is one piece of advice I would give myself: don't base your self worth soley on your academic achievements. I have spent my entire life judging myself based on my grades. I felt as though if I didn't make good grades, I was not as good as my classmates or friends. This is something that, throughout my college career, I have learned is not true. I have realized there is more to life that grades, although doing well academically is important. There are so many things to cherish in life; like family, friends, volunteering, church, and other extracurricular activities that can add so much excitement and joy to living. I have found that it is extremely important to learn to balance school with other activities, so that I may grow in other areas, and become the best person that I can possibly be. Although I am thankful for the experiences I have had, and I am happy with who I am today, if I could have given myself this advice, I believe my college career would have begun on a much more memorable track.

I would go to college right after high-school.

I would go back in time and tell myself to get a job while in school to save money for school. That way some of the expenses I have now would be covered. I would also work a little harder in order to receive more scholarships. Although I graduated from highschool with a 3.75, and right now i have a 3.33 it doesn't seem like its getting me enough recognition from scholarships to receive the money i need to cover my expenses. I'm not asking for alot just enough for me and my family to stop struggling.

In highschool we all have this preconcieved notion about what college will be like. I was both scared and excited as I prepared for the huge life change. Looking back now, after a year and a half of being in college, there are a few things I would have liked to tell myself. College is not all about freedom and partying. This is something that I had to watch alot of my friends learn the hard way. I wish I had known how VERY easy it is to get caught up in the excitement and social aspecst of college and forget the reason you're here; to get an education. It is important always put your school work and education first, because your futur employer will not care how many parties you attended or how long you can do a keg stand. Also, another fact I would go back and tell myself is MANAGE YOUR MONEY! College is expensive. Paying for tuition, books, housing, and eating can become a huge responsibility. I wish I had understood this and taken my summer jobs a little more seriously in highschool. Having a little back- up funds would have been nice.

In highschool I graduated as the Salutatorian of my class. If I could go back and tell myself one thing it would be to not give up and to not let the freedom of college overwhelm me. I am now paying for my mistakes that I made in my first 3 semesters of college. I slacked and my GPA suffered because of that. I am now currently a A/B student and I'm planning on graduating with my B.A. in Anthropology and then hoping to go on and attend Dental school for my graduate program. These are my dreams, and I'm going to study as hard as I have to and do as much as I have to do to fulfill my dreams.

Do not make your schedule 90{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} electives. Take some harder courses for the sake of a challenge. It will make the difference between getting in the first time and having to transfer in later on. Learn to study hard early. It will make the difference between the B+ and the A. Oh, and one more thing. Despite all your hard work with earning scholarships and financial aid..........don't stop applying for it. Seriously dude, just keep applyng. Its not like they stop charging you after the first year.

dont waste time. take all your money and invest in to school and gain the greatest thing ever... Knowledge. it might be too late or too hard to go back to school later.

Sign up for any scholarship you possibly can and look into getting a job before you arrive a college. College life is expensive. Also, don't spend all the money you have now on frivelous things, you'll need it to feed yourself and you will want to go out at some point. Document everything you do! It helps when writing a resume and applying for jobs if you know what you have accomplished in your life. Get involved, employers look for team players, getting involved on campus will help you in the future by teaching you leadership and teamwork skills. Experiment, try taking classes in subjects you think might interest you, or not at all, you never know what you might find out. Study, study, study! College isn't like high school at all. The professors don't care if you do your homework or come to class, but you will care when you see your grades slipping. Remember: It's easier to bring your GPA down than it is to bring your GPA up! So don't procrastinate and always do your best; if you do your best you will be successful.

College is infinitely better than High School in every conceivable way. Scheduling is flexible to your needs, people are nicer, faculty treats you with respect and there is a strong focus on academics. I know High School can be demanding and horribly unfair but your future is a bright one. Persevere like you always have and it will be rewarding.

If I could go back in time to my high school senior year, I would have proved that I can do anything?I always thought time travel was possible. I would probably tell myself to work a little harder, forget going to work, and get into college at the youngest age possible so I would be able to avoid being the oldest student on campus. Although I must admit, I really enjoy being at UCF; even the youngest of students make me feel welcome.

I would advise the younger version of myself to save money for college or to not work as many hours as I did during high school. Refining my activities and interests through more active school involvement might have also helped the social transition into college. Also, educating myself on financial resources as well as social support resources would have brought peace of mind and that movements of this magnitude require time for personal adjustment- which is normal. Knowing how my credits transferred what credit hours are and that I have the option to have class overrides would have saved me the unnecessary stress and worry. I also would have encouraged myself to seek beyond the vicinity in which I have lived my entire life. UCF is a few hours from my house however my dependency on friends from home hindered the creation and strengthening of new relationships. Being a first generation financially independent college student, I graduated with above a 4.0 and didn't even know what a major was upon my entrance to the University. I would explain how college works as an institution and a social environment to save the younger version of myself from total apprehension.

I would not have taken any time off between semesters at college because it was really hard at first to get back to school and at times it has been hard being able to balance school and work.

If I could go back and give myself any bit of advice for making the transition from high school to college I would tell myself not to worry and to study hard. When I first moved and was on my own I worried a lot; and in the beginning it did affect my school work and attitude. But knowing now that I can do just fine on my own, balancing school work and my social life, I would let myself know that I need not worry. As for studying hard I don?t think I took college seriously when I first started, being someone who never had to study in High school to attain good grades I thought college would just be an extension of that. But again I was not exactly right. I would warn myself that I need to study hard and stay focused and on course with my school work, because there is no other way to obtain a good education.

Not to have taken a break from school, and to stay serious about what I wanted to do because it is the most exciting thing I have ever been a part of.

I would tell myself to take as many college credit classes as I can, especially in the math area. My major of Civil Engineering takes a lot of math experience and starts you out at calculus and you are behind if you have to take any other math classes before that. I had to go through Trigonometry so I would tell myself to get that out of the way while still in High School while its free then I wouldn't have to do it at a University. I would also tell my self to take as many college credit courses as possible just for some experience so I would know somewhat of how these type of classes are ran. Over my first summer when I was not familiar with the teaching style and methods, I received a bad letter grade. I would want to go back and tell myself to gain experience at the college level just to get familiar with the format. Overall I would gain some "know how", cheaper classes (maybe a bit simpler), higher level courses on my math area, and some grades going into college if I was able to give myself some advice.

I would tell myself not to get so involved in friends and make sure that you stay away from the alcohol. Your main focus should be to pass all your classes and excel in everything that you do. It will be worth it in the long run, so make sure that you work hard.

If I had to go back as a high school senior and give myself advice, I would tell myself to not panic and worry about what college would be best for me and my future because I had made the right decision from the beginning. I applied to 8 schools, got accepted to all of them and visited every school before I made my decision. The University of Central Florida from the beginning has provided me with the best opportunity for me to learn and apply my skills to the real world. As a senior in high school these were the main issues that i was worried about and now looking back I thankfully had nothing to worry about. So if I had to give myself any advice at all ist would be to keep doing what im doing and not worry about the future, strive for the best and expect nothing less.

I would tell myself that college is not a piece of cake. It takes plenty of hard work to succeed. This means i would work a lot harder in high school so that my college work would be less stressful. I would also tell myself that procrastination is the worst possible thing to do. Its worth it to sit down a couple days before something is due and get it done before the stress begins to affect you. Another piece of key information is to not take your freshman year of college lightly. Your freshman year is just as important as any year in college. The most impotant piece of advice i would give myself is to have fun in college because its a once in a lifetime experience and it will never be forgotten.

I would save more money from my job, spend more time with my friends before they leave. I would certainly spend more time with my family, especially since I do not get to see them very often. I would have went to the beach with my friends instead of blowing them off for two more extra hours of sleep.

Stop caring about everyone else more than yourself. You're going to college because you've worked hard, you deserve it, and dont get caught up in anyone else's drama.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to keep my head up and stay focused. College requires dedication and responsibility to achieve the goals I have set forth. I would want to prepare myself for the distractions that can occur in college and also tell myself that it's alright to have fun. The most important part of making a successful transition between high school and college is to maintain a a healthy balance between school, work, and social activities. Though the experience can be overwhelming, I would tell myself that my mature attitude and ability will help me and to lean on friends and family if I ever feel I am struggling. In addition, I would tell myself to be proud of what I have already accomplished as the first member of my family to attend college and to always strive to do my best.

Work harder towards your goals. Don't let others get in the way of acheiving those goals... No matter what. Pay more attention and don't slack. Don't procrastinate. Be all you can be.

Make sure this is what you really want to do. The choice you make today can affect you future. Understand the consequences of you decision. Ask for advice as much as you can but You make the last call. Learn as much as you can before you make that choice.What ever your choice is...enjoy the process. If College is not for you, then pursue other means such as a Technical or Trade College.

Well, I suppose I would give her a hug and say, "life is so beautiful - everything will be okay". Unfortunately, as to words of advise for transitioning to college - I consider myself to be somewhat of an atypical college student, as I took a several year hiatus to work full time, do some soul-searching, and figure out what career path to pursue . Thankfully, I accomplished all these goals, I'm currently a wonderful student, and not a moment passes that I don't know how lucky I am for it to be my full time job to get an education. However, I don't believe any of these things could have happened if the well-balanced, insightful, happy me of today, could speak with the mixed up, unhappy, teenage me, several years ago. Well, come to think of it, I knew it all back then, so nothing I could have said would have made a difference. Some people just have to learn the hard way - oh well, as long as we learn!

Definitely choose UCF! You'll be extremely happy, just study a little harder :P

PLay harder on that football Field

If I went back to high school when i was a senior, I would give myself a lot of advise. I would start off by saying college is very fun and entertaining but there are Consequences in every action you take. Also that you need to keep up with your grades they are more important then your social life i wolud know. I put mine before homework and thats how i ended up dropping out of college. I am now going back to school so i can do it the right way by doing my homework and going to class. I am telling you this now because i had no one to tell me this when i was in high school. the most important thing to remember is to make sure you are ready to go do not jump in if you are not ready. Now do not wait to long but enjoy your summer and then start and start the career and make your dream come true. That is what I plan on doing when i go back. College is a great experience only if you keep up with your grades and do not get behind . Enjoy college life.

Life is such an amazing adventure. I believe that if I was to change a few things about my transition fron high school to college I would maximize my study time and decrease a little bit of my work load. Being in college and having a job is really tough. Balencing homework , exams, and maintaining a social life requires a lot of disipline. When you focus on your goals and try to acheive them you will make them. I am a firm believe now tha you can do anything you put your mind to. I had a professor that once told me I can't get an A in his course. His words sent me into a complete studying mode. I got an A in his class and the professor was astonished. If I could go back in time I would tell myself to study hard and go hard!

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself that college is not as easy as high school. I would say to make sure that you put in the work that is necessary and do not procrastinate. Also, I would tell myself to make sure to save money because college can get expensive.

I would tell myself that I made the right choice in taking Calc 2, 3 and Differential Equations along with 5 AP courses and 2 other college courses during my senior year because it forced me to develop a good work ethic. I would tell myself how it is paying off now because I know how to balance my schoolwork with hanging out with friends and having a good time and I will end up graduating a whole year early because of the hard work I put in my senior year of high school. I would also tell myself that my AP teachers thoroughly prepared me for the difficulty of work that I would encounter in college and that I would be successful because I have always had the drive and desire to succeed in life.

If I could give myself any advice going back to my senior year in high school, I would say to take more A.P. courses so that I could have that much more of an advantage against other college students. Another piece of advice that I would give myself would be to save as much money from my paychecks as possible so that when I go into college I could continue to save and have a much stronger financial foundation when college is over to repay debts. Furthermore, I would also make a conscious effort to be more on top of my grades and focus more on reading material more thoroughly so that I could perform at a higher level on my coursework. Last, but not least, I would say to keep your eye on the prize. Shoot for the stars and know that if you have goals, dreams, and aspirations, they will come true if you have the mental focus to carry them out and never give up.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself I would most deffinately tell myself to keep up all of the hardwork even when at times it may seem as if at times its pointless. The extra work, towards the end of the year especially, will pay large dividines in the amount of scholarship money you recieve and how many credit hours you will recieve for the IB tests you have studied so hard for. More importantly though, I would think that it'd behove me to spend as much time as I can with my friends and family or at least know not to take their love and company for granted. I'd tell myself this because I now know that a lot of things will change drastically over such a short period of time and doing this would make the transition much easier.

If I could give advice to my past high school senior self, I think he would learn much from the current me. One of the most important thing I would stress to my past self is the importance of getting involved on campus. Here at UCF there are so many organization, and clubs that there is never a dull moment. However, if you never attend any of the functions that these clubs organize, college will be anything but exciting. You're supposed to go to college to learn, not just about math, and english, but about yourself as a person. You are supposed to grow and a good way of doing that is by being involved, and meeting new people. So if my high school self asked me what they should do at college, I would tell them to join every club, and organization, and just get involved as much as they can.

Go ahead and do sorority rush, it isn't as stereotypical as it seems. Grab every opportunity that comes to you. Don't be scared to go into this big, scary, new world. Everything is about to blow your mind with excitement and you will be experiencing things that you will look back on and remember as the best times of your life. Choose the major you really want. If you really want the college experience, do everything imaginable that you want to achieve. Leave the past back home, it will let you have a better time while you're trying to experience new things with a clear mind. Make plenty of new friends because they'll turn into your future roomates. It's okay to soul search in college and find out who you are and what you want to be as time progresses so you don't need to make up your mind right now. Get ready to get serious because high school didn't prepare you for this. Most importantly, follow your heart. As long as you do what feels right to you and your values, you will be the happiest you've ever been.