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If I could go back in time to talk to my younger self I don?t think I would tell them anything. In the first year of my college life I was able to learn what it is like to be on your own. You also have to find a drive and motivation to go to class and get your homework done. If I were to go back and tell him everything that went on and how things were going to be it would be pointless to live for that year. I feel like you need to live and learn, with out making mistakes or failing you never learn what you need to change or do better so that you can be successful in life. So with that I would only tell him to live life and do what he thinks is right and life will be good!

If i could go back in time and talk with my self the first thing i would make shure my past self had done would be to pick out a major. The next thing i would advise my self about would be to know which colleges i would want to go to and which one i would want to graduate from. It is to easy to lose credits or get ones that won't apply to your degree when you change colleges. The last thing i would advise my self about would be about student loans and the cost of college. It does not take long before your student loans began to add up.

I would give myself the advice to live a little more and take more opprotunities as they arise.

As clich? it may sound, I would go back in time and tell myself to cherish every moment of my final year of high school, and I mean that in all honesty. Once you leave for college and get a dose of the "real world", the image of home you held growing up is shattered. Home will never mean the same thing. I would tell myself to enjoy walking the dog, to enjoy fighting with my siblings, to enjoy the days when I awoke in the morning and had absolutely no plans for the day - and was happy with this deficit. When I walk in the streets of my childhood, everything is different. The warm and sheltered feeling given off by the houses is gone. I now feel like a stranger in my old neighborhood. I wish I had...soaked up that atmosphere prior to my departure. Looking back on it now, I realize I squandered what I should have treasured. As they say, you can never go home again.

I would tell myself to spend more time reading. Reading grows your vocabulary and equipts you with knowlage that helps you sucsed in your colloge cureere. I would also Inform myself of the importance of volinteer work, not only are you giving back to the community but you'll build your resume and Increase your hirability.

I wish that I would have been more informed about the different opportunities that college has to offer. I always knew that I wanted to go to college, but I was not well educated on different colleges when it came time to apply, then eventually choose what college I was going to attend. I wish that I would have gone to visit more campuses and that I would have thought more about what exactly I wanted to do with my life. Instead I was focused on my friends, which is not a bad thing, but I just wish that I had taken the time to educate myself on my future. I also wish that I would have applied for more scholarships in my senior year of high school. There are so man opportunities for scholarships during this time, and I wish that I would have looked into that more.

I would let myself know to decide which college I'd like to go to before the FAFSA deadline for that school is over. I decided a week late and didn't get any financial aid except for a scholarship from the school. I would also tell myself to apply for more scholarships before I got up to the University of Idaho. Other than that the only advice I would give myself would be to be as social as I can. Make a lot of friends and just be yourself.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself in my high school senior year there would be so many things I would advise myself. Academically wise I would tell myself to take school serious and take the hardest classes so I could be prepared for the college level. I would especially encourage myself to take Biology and Chemistry classes at the AP level since my major is Molecular Biology. Friendship wise I would advise myself to choose my friends wisely. Rather than having friends distracting me from school, I should have friends that support me when I told them that I cannot go out because I have homework. True friends would want me to succeed in life by going to college and getting a good education that would place me in a career. Family wise I would advise myself to spend more time with the family especially my parents. I had friends here and there but me family will always be there for me. I would tell myself to learn to love my parents for all their hard work so I could attend college. Being away from home my family is what I miss the most.

Although I am highly satisfied with the way I have utilized my time away from school for the past decade, I would express to my younger self the enormous value and importance of a higher education. I would impart that fact that no matter where, or when, you do attend college, it will cost money. There are many satisfactory schools near where you want to be and taking advantage of in-state tuition can provide you with an outstanding education at a minimal cost. Primarily, I would stress that education is truly an investment in yourself and your future; gaining knowledge is undoubtely a way to show respect for yourself and to nourish your potential to its highest degree. Cultivating world knowledge in addition to academic pursuits is essential, in my mind and heart, to create a world that you can be proud of. My younger self was aware of the benefits; however, I was deterred by the financial output. I would communicate to my younger self that albeit a clich?, knowledge is power.

I would tell myself to enjoy the little things in life and develop strong friendships. My collegiate life has been filled with hardship; I have attended six funerals in my year and a half enrolled here, but my friends and teachers have been there for me to make these troubling events experiences that have made me stronger. I am incredibly grateful for the great friends I have here. I would also remind myself of the importance of getting involved with like minded people; I am in Army ROTC and play Rugby and Water Polo for the universities club teams. These people have helped guide my focus and made my time in college enjoyable and beneficial. Enjoy the little things and the people that you surround yourself with, and don't be afraid to step out of your shell!

I definitely would of continued my education through collage. I am 25 years old now, and now that I think about all the time that I missed knowing that all the fun and hanging out with friends didn't give me a good career, or is just time that I could of used to go to collage instead and be some one important in life right now. It makes me think that I would like to go back and made me pursue a carreer. If I could go back to my senior year knowing what I know now and about life, I would definitely talk my self in to going to collage and even though I wouldn't change anything that I have now. I would of really liked if I could of start college right away after High School.

Some advice that I would tell myself; would be to not committing yourself to a major, because it will most likely change. Also I would tell myself that high school and college are nothing alike, and that high school does not prepare you for college. Definitely learn how to plan your time, do not procrastinate, when your schoolwork is due it?s due; the professors in college will not follow you everywhere reminding you to turn in your schoolwork. College is stressful, living in a new location, away from home is hard, but the situation is survivable. Have fun, enjoy your time at college, attend classes that you wouldn?t normally attend, and participate in other, non-academic activities, such as sports, organization, and other student functions.

I was one of those students in high school who could float through semesters with minimal effort and achieve A's and B's. I had to adapt quickly to succeed my first semester of college. You must be proactive in your studies, the sooner you fully engage in your studies the better. If your career goals are vague in high school it is OKAY. Do not be afraid to take a mixed lot of classes your first semester or two to find which area of study piques your interest. Maintain a strong relationship with your academic advisor, the better they know you the more they can provide for you. Now that I am further along in my college career I am exploring all the possibilities my education can provide for me. There are so many extracurriculars, internships, study abroad opportunites, etc. that will enhance your knowledge, job experience, and desirability. Make close friends with professors who can provide you with reccomendations and additional opportunities. Networking is a tremendous factor in your future success. My last reccomendation is this: make friends, challenge yourself, and use this opportunity to find an area of study/career path that you absolutely love!

Don't let the whole process intimidate you. The whole process isn't as bad as it seems. You know what you need from a school. What you as a person thrive best in. Trust yourself and don't let anything stop you or steer you from your path. But remember don't be to proud to accept help when and where it is offered. People tell you that after High School nothing will be the same. Don't let them fool you. Thing's aren't to different. I still breath literature. I still stay up too late. I still eat like a bird. I have yet to gain fifteen pounds. True some things are different. I no longer livve with my parents or have to answer to anyone but myself but that's all really. That's all.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior I would tell myself that now is the time to kick it in. I would tell myself to take the hardest courses available; it will pay off when you get to college. Always turn assignments in, even if they are late. I would tell myself to learn to study now, because this is a big skill needed in college. Learn to manage time, and do not wait until the last minute to get stuff done. Learn to manage your money wisely and not waste on useless items. Apply for as many scholarships as you can, that way you don?t have to put up personal funds to pay for your education. Learn good communication skills, because this is essential for college. When you get to college, use the resources available to you they are very helpful. Overall I would tell myself to have fun in college. Stay away from the drinking and parties. Meet new people and get the best grades you can.

The advice I think I could ever give myself is "don't think of a senior project as a lot of work because you will have to do the equivalence of a senior project a week and read a ton of books on top of that. Oh yeah and be sure to get very good grades, or maybe you can, for your senior project, build a time machine. Then all those things that you missed out on as a kid that would help your scholarship attainability, would be within your reach instead of wanting to join the boy scouts at 18 you would have had a chance. And of course le piece de resictance, the filling out of scholarships, that is the biggest thing of all, fill out as many as you possibly can!" Those are the exact words that would spill from out my mouth in that situation, not that I will ever get the chance to say them, but now I can work as if I did say them, and work on my college education like I wished I could have worked through school my whole life. Now is the time to change, I am in college now.

Take advantage of the help that is readily given by parents, teachers, counselors and others who are so willing to share their knowledge with you. Get involved is as many activities as you can without sacrificing your grades. Research any and all financial aid possibilities. Get some exercise once in awhile and volunteer at your favorite animal shelter when you can because both of these activities are good for your heart. Oh, yeah, and invest in a good alarm clock!

I would say to myself that everything happens for a reason no matter good or bad but it's what you take from it, and how you grow from it too. Nothing is perfect but make the most out og every situation and opprotunity.

I would tell myself to go to a community college and try to walk on to the basketball team. That is the biggest thing. Another thing is that I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships because that would have helped out a ton. And if I was going to the U of I anyways I wouldn't have lived in the dorms to save myself some money and I would have talked to financial aid to see if they had some scholarships that I could have applied for. I would have told myself about the classes to take/not to take and what to expect as far as which classes were difficult and which ones were not. With telling myself this I most likely would have been a little happier and better off in my first semester of college.

The first thing I would tell myself if I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior would be that all the work and stress that I am going through is worth it. In high school I was in the International Baccalauriate Program which is a rigorous course load which kept me up late almost every night, sometimes into the early morning finishing my homework. However, my first semester of college was relativly easy because I was extremly prepared. Also, I would tell myself to remember not to make snap judgements about people, but also to remember who I am and to not let hanging out with someone change that. I've found that people like you more when you are yourself rather than what they want you to be because the respect you.

I would tell myself to live on campus and be more involved with student activities and intermural sports. Living on campus offers a great variety of social events and opportunities and being involved with different groups makes campus life fun and interactive. Living off campus can be isolating and students miss out on opportunities to make new friends and learn leadership skills outside of the classroom. Campus life is great.

I would tell myself to live it up and not be scared. I was so worried about not making friends and fitting in that I feel I spent too much time trying to fit in and just not letting myself go and be me. I would also tell myself that it's ok to grow up and be responsible. You need to actually get homework done and learn what's going on in your classes because the information will be used again. It's ok to be smart and take your time on homework. Next I would say to be careful with money and be active! Food became my vice when I was stressed which wasn't good. Finally call your parents at least once a week, it'll make both of you so much more happy. And just have fun!

Since I was scholar athlete in high school, I was obsessed with the sports I participated in. Consequently I found that by my senior year, sports stop being fun and school work became an inconvenience with regards to sports. After going to college, I once again realized that participating in sports (club and intramural) can be fun and can provide an enjoyable outlet away from school work. If I could go back and tell my younger self something of value I would point out that the right balance of school work and outside participation (sports, clubs, etc.) can create a harmony where the total experience can be exciting and fun, instead of something you dread. I believe that if I had known this to be true, I would have enjoyed my high school experience more and would have been both a better scholar and a better athlete.

I would advice myself to try harder in high school and study more for the act for a better chance at scholarships instead of loans. I would also tell myself about how big of a responsibility it is being on your own, like paying bills and keeping the apartment in order. Another big thing is that college offers a different lifestyle, socially, because nobody is there to say when it's time to go to bed or when to do homework. Any high school student needs to understand that there is a way bigger responsibility in college and one needs to take it upon oneself to succeed.

I would say to go and visit more schools. Even schools you aren't interested in can give you insight into what size/type of college you would be most happy at. Apply early, like in October so you don't feel rushed and still have time to apply to more if you find different ones you like. Apply for more scholarships, money becomes a large factor when you are discussing going into thousands of dollars of debt for school. Talk to advisors at your college as soon as you make the choice to go there. Look into honors programs. Check out Greek life, even though you aren't "that" type of person, it turns out there really isn't "that" type of person, rather that "type" of house. Don't go home unless it is something important, focus on living college life.

If i could go back and give myself advice for my future college years I would have to go with stay true to who you are and remember why you are at college. You are there to learn and better your life for the future. Don't get caught up in all the petty things in life like drama and just going out and having a good time. It's important to have fun, but once you just open yourself up to the entire college experience, you are bound to learn more than you ever thought you could. Not just in the classroom, but with everything that goes into building a great life for yourself. Listen to those around you, and always stay open minded. Everything we do in life has a purpoese. When you come to college be the best you can be.

Relax and breathe easy. Do not be afraid to ask questions, continue to be who you are and live life to the fullest. It is okay if you switich your major a million times do what makes you happy. Life is short so be friendly to all and help where you can. Do not rely on the food too much at the cafeteria, it will make you less tolerant to milk and cheese. Try hardest in every class even if you don't like the class, we all have to jump hoops sometimes to get to the better side of our life. Make friends and offer help to others. Carpe Diem!!!

I would tell my past self to work hard and try to learn as much as possible. Not only learn the material related to your major, but every class you take, work hard and let the information sink in. To be open minded to new ideas that may differ from my own. Also to make an effort to make friends and just relax, because if you work hard and are learning then everything will fall into place.

do not procrastinate on studying for a test! do a little bit at a time so that it is not overwhelming and so you have time to ask your teacher questions

Be prepared to get thrown into a world where you have to stay on top of your school work. Don't think about slacking off or getting behind. Get involved with other things than JUST school work. Work on building a well rounded reseme. Socialize! This is one the best places to make some amazing friends. Keep the family ties strong. Most of all, make the most out of everything that is handed to you.

I would tell myself to slow down. I don't need to go to every sorority philanthropic event or social. I don't need to volunteer every weekend. I don't need to see every University speaker or local events. I don't need to join multiple clubs. I don't need to go to every sporting event. I need to focus on school primarily and then focus on me. Just make sure I'm ok and have time to relax. I have four years to do everything, which is longer than I might excpect.

Rachael, things are going to be very hard for you in the next few years. You are going to think that you have fallen in love and you are going to give birth to a beautiful little girl and she will be your "little piece of Heaven", but what you need to remember the most is that you cant support her without a proper education. Rachael you need to stay in school. Never take a break, no matter how short you think it might be. The unexpected will happen, be prepared!

If i had the chance to go back in time and tell myself about the transition to college would be make sure you safe lots of money. I knew that college was going to be pricey but i didn't know i was going to have this much trouble. I would tell myself to work very very hard on scholarships and make your best effort to get all the scholarships you could. Another thing that i would advice is to make sure you can make friends really easy. Open your mind to new things and become social. Don't be afraid to meet new people and have fun along the way.

look for one that offers a range of subjects as well as lots of financial aid.

To find the best college experiance possible, you need to visit many schools. I thought I knew exactly where i wanted to go but when i was actually there some schools just felt better being there. Look for schools that have many options for majors incase you change your mind as many times as I have!

Be sure to choose a school you (or your child) will thrive at. You do not want to be stuck in a school where you are not challenged. Academics are important, but so is a social life. You need to have a good balance in order to fully succeed. The college years are said to be the best of one's life, so you need to be sure the school you choose will make that statement a reality. Don't focus too much on a major, unless you have one absolutely set in stone (if that's the case, find a school that has an excellent program in that field). If you are not sure what you want to do, pick a school that is known for good overall academics and programs. Majors will change, and that's okay. Just be sure you are getting a quality education no matter what your focus, and be sure to take time out to enjoy new (and old) friendships along the way.

When looking at colleges, look at the programs offered, the cost of living/attending and the surrounding area. The opportunities that are available to you should not be confined to only certain fields like medicine or engineering. A broad spectrum of majors and opportunities will give you a diverse social network, with many of the friends you make in college being the ones that are most likely to stick with you for life. Cost is important, but it should not be the only deciding factor. Find out how you can recieve financial aid, and try to get it. The surrounding area should also be concidered. You will most likely not be on campus 24/7 your entire college career. Find out where the nearest movie theater or coffee shop is, as these will be places that you and your friends will go to when there's nothing to do. Also living on campus is a great way to socialize, and you'll be really close to your classes.

The best advice I could give to any parent and/or student would be to take your time about deciding the school that you really want to attend. I know several students who have transfered from other institutions, because they thought one school was the right choice when it really was not. When it came time for me to choose the school I wanted to go to, I had decided on one school mainly because of the football team, but my parents sat me down and told me that they thought another school was a better choice because of their academics. So I took a couple weeks, thought deeply about the issue and ultimately decided that they were right. I enrolled there a few weeks later, and today I am so grateful tht they gave me the pros and cons of each school. I love where I am and could not be happier. So do not choose a school just because of sports or your best friend goes there, take a month to think about it, you will not be disappointed.

?Take your time, because this is a life changing experience.? Students should visit each campus, learn about their communities and what would suit them best. It?s all about finding someplace that you can grow and learn, while still maintaining a feeling of comfort and excitement. Do I want to party all the time or spend my weekends in the library? Should I attend football games or join the university chess club? It?s all about the individual?s preferences and what they want to take away from their experiences. In order to do this, the prospective student must PARTICIPATE. They should take an interest in their campus, their respective majors and most of all, their fellow classmates. Make friends, make mistakes, and make memories. By getting involved, a student will morph into the person they only dreamt of in high school. By being an active participant in their own lives, they will find that college can be the ultimate experience that will teach them so much more beyond the classroom.

Do, your best and never slack off...

Be certain that the school that you select offers the curriculm that you are looking for, in otherwords make sure that the school meets your specific needs prior to accepting. Be sure to visit all the potential campuses and look through their cataloges before commiting to make certain that you find the university that fills your needs in the way of curriculm, policies, intermurals, housing, finanical aid, advisors, student and health services and recreational, lesiure time activities. By doing this you will ensure that your college experience is all that you hope it is. Remember you are investing in you and your future and you want it to be the best experience possible, as your happiness with your institution will have an impact on your ability to suceed in your studies.

make sure to visit the school before you decide on that college. get a feel for the campus and the students that attend, so you can make sure that your personality fits in with most of the students.

I have been to so many college tours and have seen so many parents dragging their kids along, and making decisions for their children. As an older student, college should be about where you want to go (financially considering, of course) and what you want to do or study. Too much emphasis is put on the child to be what the parent wants, it's ridiculous. Finding the right college should be a fun process and parents should let the child go through the typical experiences, (the parties, etc.) Parents should encourage their kids to get involved, and maybe even have their children work part time so they appreciate the experience better. Parents should be encouraged to let their children make their own choices! Sometimes the right college isn't the most prestigious or the one that makes the most sense. Sometimes it takes a few semesters to realize that you aren't in the right school! I would tell these students to slow down, don't declare a major right away or under pressure from your parents. Take fun classes, try new things and enjoy this time!

Your first choice is probably the correct choice. Once you arrive at the school don't just look to see how close together your classes are, or how many parking spaces there is, just feel it. By that each campus has it's own feel that it will project on each student differently. My campus had a very welcoming and home feel to it. And that is the kind of environment i was looking for when studying. Because if you don't feel comfortable while studying there is a greater chance it won't happen. After that, look into teach to student ratios. For some the bigger the classroom the easier to learn. But for most, the closer you get to the one on one ratio the closer you get to success. Age is a factor as well. Some campus's tend to lean toward the middle aged people more than do others. It's all really where you fit in and where it fits your budget. Yes money should not be a concern when talking of education; but there's no way to get around it in today's world. Good luck to finding that perfect college.

When looking for the right school, the most important thing is finding a college or university that offers a broad variety of of studies with depth in each field. It seems that more than half of my classmates have, or at least thought of, changing majors within the first year of college. To me there is nothing wrong with this notion, and there should be room for change. It is important that your college has many colleges so students don't have to move or transfer if they want to change majors. Its also important to look for a college that is close enough to home, and far enough away to give the student a chance to experience college without parents interrupting. Although it is a hassle to pay for travel between home and school, it's a lot harder for students to have to deal with family problems when they should be focused on school work.

Chose a school that either has a great program in the field you want to go into or one that has a lot of options. Also make sure you like the campus. Pick a place wher you will be comfertable. If there is a greek system do reasearch on it and see if that is an option for you, they are a great experiance. Most of all, you have to pick a place where you will be happy. A good education is much better if you had fun getting it.

I think a student can make the most out of whatever school they go to, if they have the right attitude and a drive to learn and succeed. College provides the tools, not the motivation, to succeed. The only person who can choose to flourish at a particular school is the student. Also, nothing is set in stone. If a class, major, or even university turns out to be a bad idea, it's never too late to change it and find something that fits better. Find balance between your studies and your social life. If you can't do that you won't get the most out of the experience. Either you will fail your classes, or you will leave with no friends or networking connections. And above all have fun!

I would encourage all prospective students to apply to and visist multiple colleges to find one where you really feel comfortable and will fit in. Don't let anyone pressure you into applying or attending a college that you are not 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} sure us right for you. Ultimately, its your decision to make, you will be the one spending the next four years of your life there and you do not want to be unhappy about your choice.

I had a difficult time when deciding on my perfect school. Despite the fact that I got in to all of my dream schools, I ended up choosing my safety school. My decision was based solely on money. I knew I wouldn't be completely miserable there, and I could save a lot of money by going there. My priorities were aimed at studying abroad as a junior and being in little debt upon graduation. So reluctantly, I went to the cheap school. And I loved it. I've learned that college is what you make of it. In the end, it doesn't matter much where you end up. If you are open to it, even if the school you decide upon isn't a perfect match, you will end up matching it. And if not, it's easy to transfer. So don't stress out about finding the one. Find the school that matches your needs. If you're not in love with it, give it a try. You might find that it'll grow on you.

make sure you study hard, but have fun too. pick a campus that you like and that you think would have students that you would get along with