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Looking back to my high school years, I would give myself advice on study skills and habits. Mainly I would tell myself to not go with what grades I can get without studying (high B's), and strive to get higher grades, allowing me to get more opportunities.

I would tell myself to get as involved as possible in college and use all of the resources made available to me. There are so many opportunities in college that are easy to let pass by, but even easier to take advantage of, and I would tell myself to not let these opportunities pass me by because they can enrich your college experience. Being a part of your school and its community is extremely important when transitioning into college because once you are involved, it's easier to have school feel more like a new home. I would also tell myself to take the time to truly learn and understand the material of my courses, even if it was possible to receive a good grade with simply memorizing material for a test. There are so many resources available and so much room for your mind to truly expand that it would be a shame to simply scratch the surface of the subjects explored in class. Always go the extra mile because even though it may not seem worth it at the time, it's what's best in the long run.

I would go back in time and telling myself to take more risks. I always played it straight, never getting involved with anything. I was overwhelmed with the transition. This was mostly true because no one in my family had ever been to college therefore I was completely on my own. I never had anyone to be my mentor. I made some mistakes early in college and would like to go back in time and change them. If I could have had a little help with the transition then I think I could have enjoyed my early college career a little more. Now that I am a junior I have settled in and I am now very comfortable, but I wish that this could have happened sooner. I have grown to love college.

I would tell myself to be more organized and to keep all of the materials from my senior classes. Also, to keep a schedule for studying. Otherwise, I would have no other advice. I had an amazingly easy time transitioning from high school to college. UNH made the transition easy with campus activities, RAs that were easy to talk to, and schedules and classes that were easy to adapt to .

If I could give myself a how-to guide for the next year of school, I would most definitely include some crucial things. One new bit of information I have gathered over the first year of college is that, things are not as stressful as they seem. Back then, I wasn?t aware of all the potential resources that were readily available to me as long as I was willing to take the initiative to find them and ask for help. As long as one is willing to admit they need help, there is always someone in your community willing to aid your success. Another piece of advice (among many others) I would relay to my younger self, is to start early on and not procrastinate. Some things for college are easiest done earlier on so that if anything should go not according to plan, there will always be time to repair it. Examples of starting early would include saving money, searching for scholarships in free time, and probably learning more about the school and keeping myself aware financially for the first year of college. i have noticed instances where bills have seemed to creep up on me.

College is often referred to as a place of eventual self-discovery. My high school career involved trying out for numerous sports only because my friends were, and shopping at the same two clothing stores that every other girl at school did. I feared being different. Upon my arrival at college, I whitnessed a complete transformation in regards to the attitudes toward fashion and its practicality. The students there were beyond caring about what everyone else thought about how they dressed or what clubs they were a part of. In high school, singing was considered "uncool". I knew that I had a decent voice, and that is why I joined an acapella group. It was the best choice of my college career that I've made thus far. Looking back to high school, I wish I had known what I know now. I would have advised myself to be a stronger person and to be unafraid of what everyone else thought of me. I tried out for the solo this past semester and got it because I was willing to put myself out there and try something new. I did it for myself and not for anybody else.

Don't be afraid to talk to people that you are having a hard time adjusting to the new lifestyle. It is a whole new ball game, being away from home, being on your own, making your own decisions about when and what to do. Get to know the people around you - your roommate(s), your neighbors, your resident assistants, your peers in the class, your advisor, or professors. Knowing the people around you will help you adjust and feel more comfortable to be where you are. And just because you made some new friends that smoke or drink, don't be scared to say, "No". No one really cares if you do or don't smoke and drink. Still go to the parties and just be social. If you are struggling in class, go to the professor IMMEDIATELY after your first exam. Don't wait until finals week to ask for help or extra credit. By then, it is too late and the professor will not be as willing to help out. Lastly, don't be afraid to try new things or make mistakes. You're in college - that is what it's all about.

If I could talk to myself as a senior in High School, I'd say, ?Grace, think back to kindergarten when, Mrs. Kirby, used to have your class sing a song about the importance of being yourself. This may sound weird, but she couldn?t have been more right.? High school was a great experience for me. I had lots of friends, good grades, a nice car, "cool" clothes, and I was on lots of sports teams and involved in the community. However, I didn?t realize until I got to college that none of those things made me happy. During my first semester at the UNH, I started out knowing nobody on campus. While I was nervous about making a new life, I also looked at is as an opportunity to be completely me. As I got to know new people, I ignored what they wore, drove, or involved themselves in. I also let other people get to know me purely based on who I was as an individual. Now I wish I had adopted this mindset while I was in high school, because being true to who you are is the key to self appreciation and overall happiness.

i would give myself the advice to not have your best friend as your room mate. It usually does not work out because it is tough. It did not work out for me so i would tell other people that i dont recoment rooming with your best friend

Some important advice i would give is to never go into your first year rooming with your best friend, it does not work out good. the main reason is that if u go into college with your best friend by your side you will not have a reasson to try and make friends and u will end up feeling secluded. also, it is a good idea to try and get to know your roomates a bit before you actually move in with them so you dont get shocked when you move in.

I feel I did pretty well adjusting to college life. I was a 3 sport athlete therefore, I did not get a job. I would make sure I got a job and did volenteer work so I could learn to juggle my schedule more. In college there has been so much to do, sometimes I find it hard to juggle everything I want to do. If I had juggled school, sports and a job it may have given me a chance to prepare myself for the juggles of college life. It is not the worst thing I have to adjust to, I made it through the first semester and I know now that I need to put the studies first and work everything else around that. I will feel less stressed if I have my studies under control and the rest of the time is gravy.

As any other high school senior, I was consumed with emotions of excitement and uncertainty about the prospect of college. All of the college campus tours in the world, I would later learn, cannot give someone a real sense of what really goes on in a college community. From an outsider?s perspective, college is simply about lots of hard schoolwork, endless clubs and activities, and making new friends. To a certain extent, it is. However, what I did not expect was the tremendous amount of decisions I would have to face alone every day. The advice I would have given myself about college life and transition is that with freedom comes responsibility. The minute your parents drop you off at college, you are on your own. You no longer have your parents? rules to follow. I would tell myself to be prepared to make tough decisions using your own judgment and not someone else?s judgment. Learn from mistakes you make, and do not make the same mistake twice. Do not lose sight of who you are and stay true to yourself. This advice is much more important than any information that someone can ever learn in a classroom.

If I had the ability to go back in time to my senior year of high school, the first thing I would tell myself would be to stop worrying. I would tell myself to be confident in my decisions and be willing to branch out from what I know. The most important thing I've learned in college is interpersonal relations. I would tell myself to take that first week or so getting to know the people living on my floor instead of clinging to high school friends. The biggest thing is to stop being afraid of change. It's inevitable and often times is for the better. I needed to be more accepting of the changes that were about to happen in my life: increased independence, separation from some friends, a much closer relationship with others. Now I can see how important all of these changes were, but my high school senior self was terrified and excited all at once. I looked forward to graduation, and dreaded the changes it would bring at the same time. The best advice I have for myself is to take a few deep breaths and embrace the changes without fear.

Take advantage of every opportunity available to you during your time at college. These four years will go by very fast so meet people, try new things and get out of your comfort zone. This is the time of your life to discover who you want to be in life, aside from anything you did during high school. It's a new start, so make a good one and have fun!

Take advantage of the opportunities for living before your resign yourself to the rigors of the nursing program. It's worth an extra student loan to take a year or two to travel, to finish your minor, and double major in French. With so much to do in so little time; there's plenty of sleep when you're dead.

Jennifer, you need to listen to me because I am the one that knows you the best. I am your future self and I have an important message to share with you. I expect you take what I have to say into consideration and can only hope that you actually listen to what I have to say. Your mother is going to nag you about getting a full time job this summer. I know this will be your last summer as a high schooler, but you are really going to need to save as much money as you can for college. Take it from me you are going to owe a lot of money and I suggest that you don't wait to get that job at the food court until your sophomore year. You might think that having a job freshmen year may make your transition even harder, but you have proven that you can juggle both a job and school. Mom and Dad really meant it when they told you that you were going to be responsible for paying for your college education. So, help yourself out and get that job and apply for more scholarships.

There are many pieces of advice that I would give to myself. The first piece of advice would be not worry about going to college, and just enjoy each and every day. Next, I would advise myself to be a little more relaxed about my grades and go enjoy the four years of college. Four years fly by extremely quickly, and college is definitly about academics; but take advantage of the other aspects of college. There is so much to experience, new activities to enjoy (sports like club ultimate frisbee), and new friends to meet. For many, life-long friends are made in college and this a true fact! The friends that you have in college will always be there for you. The final piece of advice that my future self would give would be to go with the flow. Don't try to control everything or be perfect in your classes. If you don't get straight A's don't panic; it will be alright. Just do your best, live life to the fullest, and don't let any one event or person change you! Have a positive outlook, and good things will happen for you.

Go into college with the mind set that school is the open gate to success, go in there and work to your full potential. Don't get caught up in the party life its not worth it. college is the time to grow from the kid you use to be into an adult.

I would not give myself any advice because the transition to college is something that must be experienced for what it is. Although high school prepares one for the academic world of college, it does not prepare one for college as a whole and the world ahead. I would only tell myself to relax and enjoy my senior year, because it is the last chance I'll have to experience the freedom that comes with life before college. Granted, college presents one with a world of new freedoms and opportunities, but I want my younger self to know that it is something she must transition to on her own; no one can prepare her for it. It is an experience that everyone must go through without someone there to guide them, because life after college is no different. There is no road map to help make decisions that will determine your life; there is no one to hold your hand. It's simply you, and that is a reality that everyone should embrace. I want my younger self to take a step back and look at everything she has accomplished; she's done well and deserves a little time off.

In college, you have to be an independent person. You are 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} responsible for your academic actions and choices. Make sure to keep track and to keep up with all work due. You must be responsible enough to advocate for yourself as well. Teachers will help you only if you ask for it. You must ask questions when needed, unanswered questions can lead to getting lost in class discussions or lectures. Good luck

It took me three colleges to get through, all in different places with different majors. I wish someone had told me to just stick to it. It goes by so fast if you just show up. Your brain will do the rest.

Stop worrying. Besides from the constant stream of nerves and worrying you are experiencing, try to focus on the great opportunity you are setting up for yourself. The chance to go to college and pursue things that interest you and will better your life is an exciting experience. The frightening parts like learning to live with a roommate and overcoming the classes with difficult professors are important life lessons to learn. Yes, you will make it out alive. The first semester is always the hardest, but I have true faith that it will not be as daunting as some students make it out to be. Everyone's experience in college is unique, and it will be what you make it. In a university environment, you will have the ability to explore almost anything. Breathe. Enjoy.

As a high school senior, I would ask myself what my priorities are . As soon as I got to college, I was more interested in the social scene and forgot why I had come to college. It was easy to become distracted and forget that my sole purpose of coming to school was to learn everything I possibly can in the classroom and prepare for my future career. My first semester grades highly suffered as a result and will affect the rest of my academic career and my career search after college. Students should not just solely emerse theirself in their schoolwork so that they have absolutely no contact with anyone, but should find an equal balance between the two. School is extremely expensive and should always come first. I thought I knew this coming to school, but wish I had this constant reminder throughout the semester.

I would enjoy every last bit of my senior year because high school is one of the best time of your life.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself not to be so nervous about going to college. I have had no trouble adjusting to changing schools previously and there was no reason why I should not be able to do so again. College may seem scary at first but once I got settled in and met new people, I was not so bad. The only thing some people have trouble with is being away from their family. I would definitely suggest not going home to new college students. Stay at school on the weekends, tough it out. It is the only way to make good friends and once one does, he or she will feel like he or she belongs there.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to take a second chemistry course, so that I could be better prepared to take the required freshman chemistry class for engineers. It was a very tough course for me and it would have helped to have a little more chemistry background. I would also tell myself to take ap calculus, rather than regular calculus, so that I would be better prepared for calculus 1. Learning to stay organized would definately be a good thing to have focused on senior year, especially because losing papers underneath all the stuff in your dorm room is far too easy, and college professors dont take late work. However, the most inportant thing that I would tell myself is to get involved. Get involved with the community and in sports, as a good way to relieve stress and interact with people who you probably wouldn't have met otherwise. The new friends that i made were there when I needed them and have really boosted my confidence, which has allowed me to stay on task even when I really didn't want too.

Plan ahead and don't be surprised if unexpected circumstances come up along the way. Even the most carefully laid plans won't always work out, but just keep on doing the best you can do everyday.

To put it plainly my transition from high school to college was anything but smooth. Moving in to college freshman year, like many young teenagers, I had the feeling that I was invincible and I was very much ready to be independent from my parents. One month into my freshman year, I was evicted from my dorm and found myself, again, living with my parents and commuting 40 mintues to school each day. I was embarrassed whenever I ran into people and they asked "Kyle, why aren't you at school, are you home visitng?" What was perhaps more embarrassing was that instead of being angry with myself for ruining my own opportunity, I was mad at the school for not giving me a second chance. It would take me another year and a half to realize that I was the reason that I was again living at home while all my friends were away at school, but I was finally ready to confront my penchant for breaking rules. Now it's my sophomore year and Im going to be living on campus again, this time im telling myself "remember what you're here for and you're not invincible!"

The best advice I could ever give to myself as a high school student is to live in the moment. Live life as if there were no tomorrow; and don't be afraid to take chances. Don't focus all of your attention on one event, one subject, or one problem; try your best to be the best in every obstacle that comes your way. Life isn't about the number of friends you have, the number of parties you attend, or even the amount of time you spend with family. High school is just a stepping stone to your future; it doesn't make you who you are, it makes you realize who you are. Study hard and focus on having a few true friends rather than a lot of untrustworthy ones. Your education is a fraction of your future; and the lessons you learn along the way give you a different outlook on life. Base every decision on what you want the outcome to be.

The one piece of advice is to not worry so much to be paralyzed and realize that you are in college to take advantage of the educational opportunity. It is also an experience to help become an idividual. Learn to rely on yourself.

If I could go back and give myself advice as a high school senior I would tell myself to make sure to find that all important balance neccessary in college life. College brings about a lot of changes in a person's life; new faces, new places, living away from home and being expected to handle many different types of situations without the help of your parents can be a daunting task. The work load is increased ten fold from high school and many college freshman find it very difficult to balance academics with the new found social life of parties, school clubs, sports and wanting to make many new friends. Getting on the right track early and taking advantage of all of the resources available on campus such as academic tutoring, mentoring and professor office hours really helped me to maintain my GPA, get the inside scoop about UNH and still be able to socialize and maintain friendships throughout my years here.

If I were to go back to senior year, I would tell myself that in the coming year I should remain focused and do as I felt was best in regards to socializing and school work. Stay true to those friends who have stuck by you and have your best interest in mind as well as those who are on the path to success, as you are too. Don't stray to the freshman year party lifestyle because there are more positive ways to go about socializing on campus and to keep up with the focus on your GPA and classes because these things will both surround you with positivity in your future eneavors. Those who are not taking this lifestyle seriously will likely not succeed, as you need to, and the ones who are staying the course of smart decisions are the people who will join you in a positive and intelligent future when it's time to enter the 'real world' after college. As Helen Keller said, ?Never bend your head. Always hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye.? Show your confidence and stay true to yourself!

Though my high school self and college self are similar for the most part, there is one piece of advice I would give. Those nagging interests that were more or less ignored by the high school are encouraged by colleges. For me, I always loved being outside and simply walking around. At college, there is a student club designated just for that. There are no limits at college--it is all what I choose to do. High school was constricting and focused more on where I'd like to go rather than what I'd like to do. I followed my interests and made great friends. That is something that was never part of my high school career. I feel if that had happened in high school, I would have been more unique, more happy even. There are no regrets, however, for who knows what my first year of college would have been like had I not had those high school experiences.

Although at the end of senior year I wanted to have another year of high school, if I could have known then that college would be this amazing I wouldn?t have been nervous about moving on. If I could talk to my high school self, I would have told her that it only gets better. I would have told myself that college is a new life with new people and you will become so close to the people you meet at school that even though they were strangers when you first met them they are now family. So don?t be nervous, and don?t be afraid to talk to anyone because everyone is just as nervous as you are. As for finding your way around, it's not as hard as it looks. And by the way, that girl down the hall, she's going to become your best friend; and those boys in 3B, they will always be there to protect and take care of you. So put yourself out there and get to living.

First, save your money! It is amazing how much you spend on books and other college expenses during the first month of your freshman year. This is not to say, however, that you shouldn't enjoy yourself as a high school senior and spend time with friends. But make sure you don't over-spend the summer before college. Second, don't bring too much to school if you are living on campus. You will only end up bringing half of it home or giving it away. Third, if you plan on going to graduate school, don't wait until your junior year to start preparing. Find a job on campus that is related to your desired career path. Join clubs that interest you and work your way to a leadership position. Fourth, don't let a single experience pass you by. You may never get to experience such amazing things once you get into the real world. Make conversations with random people, milk a cow, explore every square foot of your campus, try rock climbing, eat foods you have never tried before; the possibilities are endless.

Knowing now that you have to get out of your comfort zone to go find people, I would tell my senior self to do just that. Go to meetings of anything that you might possibly interested in. If it doesn't work out, that's fine, but you might meet some people on the way. You can always find something interesting, but you have to get out there.

I would tell my high school self to consider finances before selecting a college because the more money I spend attending an out of state college the less money have to spend on traveling around the world. I would also emphasize living close to home doesn't take away my freedom and I have the rest of my life to go out into the world and explore other places. College has proven to be a time to learn about myself and gain confidence in my abilities both inside and outside the classroom. Believing in myself has helped me understand the world around me better and succeed academically. Learning to be confident is the most important lesson I've learned and would love to share with my high school self.

Enjoy every moment of college life because it is great but goes by really fast.

Looking back, I would tell myself to enjoy the stage of life that I was at. All through high school, I worked 20 to 30 hours a week on top of a busy course load and helping my parents who both are suffering medically. I worked hard at school and at my job, and did not have much time to do other things that I wanted to, including volunteering or just hanging out with my friends. During the first couple months of my freshman year, I pushed through school just as I had for the past four years. But then I realized how precious the time that I have is, and how I wasted so many possible memories in high school because I was working too hard to enjoy the time. Now, I am taking advantage of things that I should have been able to in high school. I am part of the leadership of a great organization, I am volunteering more, I help with my family, and I actually can make time to be with my friends. I have been able to balance my drive to do well with the things that make college what it is.

Having been able to experience college, there are some things that I would advise myself if I were to go back to being a high school senior transitioning to college again. For one thing, studying and focusing on your courses will definetly pay off in the long run. With acceling in your courses it makes you out to be a better person in the real world and it also will benefit you with creating a great GPA. Something else that I would advise myself in making the transition from high school to college is to make the best out of the time in college. These four years of your life will fly by so experience everything that you possibly could. If there is something that may be out of your element, try it because you will possibly never be given that opportunity again. Create friends that will last a lifetime, play as many club or intramural sports as you can, and really work hard in your courses. Work hard, and play hard. In the end you will see how much it will pay off for your future careers.

Dear Carter, I am writing to you from the future. There are three important attributes that I would like you to acquire leaving high school. Please listen carefully. The first attribute is probably one of the most important life characteristics that will lead to success in the future. Remember to be nice to everyone you meet, regardless of who they are or where they come from. Everyone is different and come from different backgrounds. You do not need to be friends with everyone, but please respect the people you are with everyday. The second attribute is one to remember just for your senior year. At the end of the year, you will make a huge mistake that you can easily avoid. Make smarter decisions in the last month of school. I know it is difficult to follow the crowd, but do not hesitate to march to your beat of the drum. My last piece of advice that I would like to give you is to enjoy life. Don't worry too much about college, or making a wealthy living. Do what you love, and love what you do. Follow these simple words of advice and good luck in the future.

First I would tell myself to relax, its not as scary as you think. Try to be more social and to try to extend your friend groups. be involved in campus and off campus activities right away because its the easiest time to get involved. Look for an apartment off campus sooner because its a lot cheeper. Stay focused and orgainized! Get good walking boots and a warm jacket because you will be doing a lot of walking in the snow and cold. Pick a minor, its easier then you think to get one. Work on campus its a lot less stressful. Stay in contact with your old friends. Make sure to visit home more offend. Go to the events that the campus organized, there are usually free and fun with friends. Make time for yourself. But most of all enjoy your time there because there is nothing else like it!

Knowing what i know now about the transition to the college life I would certainly tell my high school self to relax. To enjoy the coming experience and take in every single moment of it. I would tell myself to let loose, be myself, and go talk to as many people as i possibly could. I made the mistake of hanging out with a few of my high school friends the first week of college, and i've come to realize that that decision has held me back in a few ways. I didn't make as many new friends as i would've liked in my first semester of life after High School, but the few that I became close with were amazing. This experience has taught be that college is as fun as you make it, and there are thousands of other individuals going through the same exact experience as you so fear should not be a factor. My college self would tell my high school self to make these times count; be a little crazy, do something you've never done before, and enjoy every single moment, because you only get them once.

Ah, senior year of high school, looking forward to entering the whole new world of college life next year . Social and academic worlds colliding together. I will have to assure myself that i will prioritize my time for each, telling myself that both social and academic challenges are important together but sometimes they need to be seperated independently of each other. Maybe I will join study groups associated with my major and take full advantage of designated study areas, such as the library. My dorm room will be designated as my social hangout. It sounds like I have things figured out and I'm headed in the right direction into the world of adulthood and responsibility. I'm ready!

Relax and have more fun in high school. Don't put so much emphasis on focusing in one or two areas - explore more. There is plenty of time to stress out over homework once you're in college.

It is really hard to believe that I am already a sophomore. Think past, I have no regrets for the choice that I have made. Because I think that everything happened to me for a reason. The hard times that I went through made me a much stronger person. So if I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I will follow the same track that I did or let it go. Since where there is a will, there is a way, the only thing that I will advise myself is be myself, working hard and facing my will. As a English as second language student, work-hard is the only successful track that I should go. Like the Chinese quote says, ?Dripping water can eat though a stone. Perseverance will lead to success.? I believe that I could do it. That is why that there is no difference to go back to advice myself.

I would tell myself to take advantage of every oportunity that I can, to make positive relationships with my professors and to not stress over the small things.

I would tell my younger self to follow my gut instinct when it comes to the school I want to go to. Don't go to a school because of what my peers think. School is a lot of money, so educate my younger self wisely.

To have a successful transition you should keep an open mind. Nothing will help you more than an open mind when it comes to understanding coursework. On the other hand, know what you want out of a college experience and set goals to stay on track. Figure out what ways help you to study and practice them, but don't forget to learn how to take good notes in a fast-speed lecture class with more than a hundred other students. A huge piece of advice: there are free programs and tutors that will help you if you're struggling. Don't wait until the last minute to check them out. Professors have office-hours, a time where you will be able to go speak with your professor one-on-one for specific problems and questions. Take advantage of the help and don't let pride keep you from admitting you need it. Build up your social network, but remember, as crucial as it is to enjoy your time in college, you're paying money for your courses and your grades do matter. Set aside times for social events, studying, and sleeping; sleeping well and eating healthy is very important.

If I were to advise my high school senior self about my upcoming entrance into college the second thing that I would tell myself was that the advice everyone had given me before college was right and at the same time wrong. The reason why this is the second thing that I said is that first I would have verified who I was and confirmed that time travel was actually possible. While my past self questioned his sanity, I would begin to explain that everything that people had told me to do as I prepared for college was good advice: find a balance between fun and academics, try new activities and meet new people, and the always important, pay attention to deadlines. All of these statements were valuable advice but at the same time they were delivered with different expectations. With this advice there was an implicit statement of do it their way and you cannot go wrong. It is perfectly fine to take advantage of the experiences of others, after all they have gone through what you are about to begin. Just make sure that you use their advice on your own terms.