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If I could go back to when I was a senior in high school I think I would tell myself to stop worrying about things that aren’t going to benefit me as a college student. As a senior in high school I was a little too focused on my relationship with my boyfriend instead of my grades, applying for scholarships, and getting ready for college in the fall. Not preparing myself for college was one of the worst decisions I have made. I had to resort to private loans because I wasn’t awarded any scholarships. I would tell myself to be more involved in my school work and work life in order to succeed in my future.

I would tell myself that nothing is impossible! As a high school senior, I thought there were too many things holding me back from going to college. My family had no money to pay for it, I felt the need to work and help support a younger brother who still lived with my divorced mother, and I was of the idea that my future husband should get the education. After all he would be the "bread-winner" and I was soon to be a "house-wife". These things should never have been a deterrent to continuing education. So why did I wait until I retired from work to pursue my dream? Perhaps it was really my own fear, perhaps these other things got in the way; but I know now--nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it.

Looking back, I wouldn't change anything I did, or do anything different. I have met some of my best friends while at college, and if I would have done something different, those people would not have come into my life. I would give myself the advice to put more time into my school work and to utilize the resources on campus to help with classes and homework. Another thing I would tell myself is to not be afraid to try new things. College presents so many opportunities that were not available to me in high school. Starting out freshman year, I wish I would have joined more clubs or done more intramural sports. But after reflecting on my past few years in college, I would say I'm not doing too bad.

Do not take a class just because you have a friend in it with you, take something that interests you and hass a good professor. I know it is hard because you are friends with them but taking classes you like allows you to make friends with people who have similar interest as you.

If i could go back and talk to myself before going to college, I would tell myself that college is exactly like you think and nothing like you think at the same time. There are tons of parties every weekend, but they're not really that fun. The thought that having classes later in the day sounds great and waking up later than in high school is going to be so much easier is completely false. Even though you'll wake up two or more hours later it is no easier. Also it is not as hard as most movies and other people make it seem. But that's only when you first start out. Don't slack in the begining. Start strong with the studying even if you think it is an easy subject. Do everything possible in your first few weeks to make friends, it gets harder as the year goes on.

I would tell myself that I need to get more involved. By getting involved, you meet new friends and you have more fun. Try out for sports becuase it does not hurt you. Join clubs and participate. Be a part of something so that you don't regret your high school years.

If I could go back to my senior year I would tell myself to try my best so I could get good grades. I would try to learn as many things I can so I wouldn't be clueless in college. I went into college not knowing a lot of things that I wish I knew so my first year would be better. If I could go back I would search as much information about careers so I would be decided when I started school. I would just try my best and apply to great colleges and save up my money and talk to councelors since I didnt do that my first semester of college.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making that transition from high school into college I will bestow upon you the encouragement and passion to continue that flight on the education path. It is way too easy to take the break or leave from school to just do the so called “spread your wings” and test the waters after high school. I did that and I currently pay the price tied to taking a break from college. Promote a discipline driving desire to finish your education after high school. Life is filled with stages. You go through developmental stages as well as social life stages finding that are constantly continuing to learn new things throughout life. You will find that your mind will take flight through the wealth of knowledge found in education. Your training, education, development and growth won’t come easy but you will find great rewards at the end. You must continue to look at your education in the viewpoint of not how long it will take but view it as in how much you have learned and accomplished.

Dear Emily, Yes. This is you a year after high school when you thought you would have everything figured out. Well guess what, you don't. I know how you think, after all, I am future you. You think you're invincible and you can't wait to get out of that small hometown. Let me give you some advice, moving away is one of the hardest things you will ever do. Yes, you will cry for a good forty-five minutes after driving away from your childhood home. Mom and dad will say you don't have to go just yet, but you know you do, therefore, you leave and drive twelve hours to get to that school you thought you would love. But college life is not what you expected; it's hard to make new friends, and even harder to stay on top of all your classes. My best advice for you, Emily, is to embrace every moment and know that as long as you try your hardest and give it your all, you will succeed. Work hard and you will do great things. Love, Future You

This is a concept that crosses my mind on nearly a daily basis. High school to college was truly a massive shift in my life, and I wish I could have told myself to never allow any form of discouragment, no matter how big or small. College courses packed a much bigger punch than any of my high school classes, including the numerous college-credit courses I completed my junior and senior year. Mathematics have always been a struggle to me and I was heavily beaten down by my first college-level math course, eventually ending it with a D. But in response to this I recieved department consent to retake the class and aspire for an A! On top of that, I would have also recommended to research new and different studying tactics rather than waiting until the middle of the semester, because remarkably enough my parent's and teacher's advice really did eventually pay off! If only I had listened to them right away then maybe I would have scored higher in math... But this has left me with a more open-mind to new advice and success strategies!

If I could go back and advise myself senior year knowing what I know as a freshman now I would mention a heads-up in two fronts: first to review as much content as you learned in high school to be appropriately placed in courses through examination and second, that it is never too early to apply for financial assistance. I took calculus my senior year but did not do so well. I expected to get placed in basic calculus as I had already passed pre-calculus, though to my surprise I got pre-calculus and no matter how much I tried to explain my situation to the math chair (being one point off from being allowed to take calculus), he did not care. It made me realize that, while college staff would work best to meet my needs, in the end I was just another number. However, while maximizing on knowledge helps, college does not happen if there is no money. Getting tuition and fees paid is not enough, as there are inherent costs (e.g. food, transportation) that folks fail to mention. Had I applied for non-academic scholarships and grants, I would truly have a "free ride."

I know you are just turning 18 and you think you are finally an adult. But I am here to tell you that your life is only beginning. Turning 18 and going to college is like being born again in a new life. The changes and growth you will experience every year will be just as drastic as a baby leaving the womb and and watching his body and limbs expand out into the world. Everything you learned back in high school will no longer apply. You will learn how to crawl, walk, and stand all over again. It may sound disappointing, but I am not here to give you some magic words that will allow you to transform from a baby to an adult instantaneously. In fact, I am here to tell you to embrace that new infancy and grow up as a child would, because it’s okay to be young. It’s okay to make mistakes. It’s okay to be “immature”. Those college freshmen who claim they are “mature” at 18 and 19 are only kidding themselves. Once you accept your newborn status, it becomes so much easier to allow yourself time and space to grow.

Work harder at learning how to study. Learn as much as you can so you are prepared for the things you will learn in college. Don't stress about the transition to college. It is just a different setting. Be ready to take full responsibilty for your academic career. Be patient and take care of your health. Being healthy will go a long way toward being able to study well. Absorb as much as you can and truly learn, don't just memorize.

I was one of those students in high school whom really enjoyed the experience. I liked my classes, my teachers, the people, and I felt pride in the school itself. I was third in my class and had the opportunity to be a leader in my class, as well as, in many different clubs. I felt good about myself and thought I had set myself up really well for my future college career. I applied for a lot of scholarships, and was honored with receiving a few of them. I worked myself really hard to achieve the things I achieved in high school, but I was extremely hard on myself. When I did not achieve what I hoped for I thought really negatively about myself. My advice to myself now would be to learn from your failures and relax. Things are not always going to go the way you wanted and most of the time how those things go is not in your control. You can not beat yourself up for things you did not achieve. Someone is always going to be better and it is your responsibilty to try to be better than them next time.

My high school years start in Haiti, and end in the United States. In both countries, I was utterly insecure about myself and my abilities, mailnly trying to fit in. In Haiti, I was the one who stays quiet in class, and even with her friends. I was a average student because I did not believe I could do better. In 2010, I experience the earthquake that hit Haiti and my parents found a way to make me come to the United State. I had an idea of what high school was like in the US based on what I had seen on TV, but it was not as crazy in real life. I also tried to fit in in that school but my confidence got better because I was in an appreciative environment. In contrast, my experience in college surprised me; I took initiatives that I would not have in High School. I ran for Student Government Association and won, I became an Orientation Mentor speaking in front of many people. So if i could jump into a time machine I would comfort myself and say “Be proud of yourself, and disregard what people think 'cause YOU matter!”

If I could rewind to the first few days of school, I think I would have told myself to be more outgoing when it came to joining organizations and clubs. My reasoning for this is showing commitment on job applications is key to aquiring a job that relates to communication oriented skills.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice on my freshman year of college, I would say to never give up. High school is so different than college is. I met so many new people, and had classes larger than my graduating class, and was living by myself, so it was a big adjustment. I would just tell myself that no matter how hard it is to just not give up. It doesn't sound that important but its true. When things get tough you just can't give in, you need to push through all the long nights of studying for finals, asking questions even if you don't want to be the only one to raise your hand, and not being nervous to speak up and talk in class. Another piece of advice i would tell myself is to go make new friends, and try new things. I would want to get more involved in activities and go to sporting events or other social events to try new things and meet new people.

To my high school self: Don't worry about making the transition to college, and don't let your uncertainty about what you want to do with your life hold you back from accepting every opportunity that comes your way. Take full advantage of your last year in high school, and don't look back as you move on from high school and start the next chapter of your life. Decisions you make will become more important for your future, but you have the ability to make those decisions. Trust yourself. Get excited for your college years, it is your last stop before you join the real world, but if you follow your heart and do what you love, the real world will be as rewarding and fun as college is going to be. Remember: You have the control, and life is as fulfilling as you make it.

I would tell myself to work as hard as I possibly could. It may sound cliche, but I have had more than one class where the difference in a letter grade came down to one or two points. Every little bit of preparation for a test or effort put into an assignment will add up over the course of the semester and I wish I had remembered that for my classes. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to communicate with my professors. They are there to clarify material that I don't understand and I should make sure that is what they do. Professors also remember students that try getting to know their teachers which can only help. The last thing I would tell myself is to not stress too much. Worrying about school doesn't accomplish anything. It just creates anxiety that gets in the way of getting work done.

I would advise my younger self stay in college and finish what you started. I would also tell myself that even though it may not be easy getting a college education would pay off in the long run, not just for yourself, but for your future family. Furthermore, don't let others influence your decisions, because in the future it will just be you and nobody else making choices about your future.

I would give myself the advice to really think about my future; to really think through what I could see myself doing as a career for the rest of my life. Don't look at what everyone else is accomplishing because where you are right now is great. You're in school, getting good grades, have a job, and a wonderful life ahead of you. Just because someone you know has the privilege of traveling or studying abroad doesn't mean that what you're doing is not important. You're making the best possible choices in your life right at this moment. Just keep in mind that you want to find the career that is not just a job, but a passion; something that you will truly feel passionate about for the rest of your career.

As a high school senior, we don’t think about the importance of having a good attendance or good grandees. In college, grades and attendance are crucial. If I were to travel back in time I would change so many things that I did in high school and that now I regret. For example I would try to have good grades to maintain a good GPA as well as having good attendance. I would also take APA classes in high school because they would help me on my way to a college education. In addition, I would also advise myself to be more involved in my community. Community service it is important when applying for scholarship; I would try to be more involved and do more community services and give back to my community from which I had received a lot from.

I would tell my high school self that the biggest struggle I am having is lack of finances. I would remind myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible. I have been and will remain a good student, but that means very little if I can't pay for school. I would tell myself to save more. Most of all, I would tell myself to cherish the friends I have. They mean a lot to me, even now.

If I could go back in time and tell myself as a senior about what I know now I would actually tell myself it isin't so hard as I thought it would be. Back as a high school senior I had the fear to attend college because of how many people made it seem like it at first. I also would have prefared myself to apply for scholarships because we actually need the money to go to school and pay for our education. If I knew then what I know now I would have done many things ahead of time and not fear anything, college takes alot of time to study and alot of homework but it's not as bad as I thought it would be. The classes are pretty short and the great thing about it it's not like highschool were you have to stay for the whole eight hours. I thought highschool was pretty hard but now I realize it was just a complete joke compared to college, college is the real world where teachers don't care if you pass or not that's really your'e choice wheter to do it or not.

Really try to enjoy high school and college. This is a very interesting and valuable opportunity in your life. Get the most you can out of your opportunity. College is a great opportunity to become a more well-rounded person and better yourself. Go outside your comfort zone and take chances. Think about your choices before making a decision, but do not be afraid to go with your gut. Try not to regret things that you wish you would not have done. Think of those things as learning opportunities. I would rather regret the things I've done than the things I haven't done. In college there are hundreds, if not thousands of other people who have similar career and life goals as you. This is a great opportunity to connect with great minds and share ideas. Although college is great preparation for your future career, do more than what is required of you. Look for other opportunities to prepare yourself for your future career. Although education is the primary priority, allow yourself to have fun. I don't believe college has to be all work and no play. Make friends and have fun.

I would advise myself to get involved more, and meet more people. In community college it is hard to make friends. Over the past two years I have not made a lot of friends (I hope to change that when I transfer to NKU) and that has made college not as enjoyable. I know people who have a lot of friends and they seem to enjoy college much more than I do. I would tell myself to be adventerous, and go out and meet people!

In the short time that I have been in college I already know I would have done some things differently as a senior in high school. First, I would tell myself to take the time to fill out every scholarship because it is going to be a very expensive next four years of your life. I would also make sure to choose the right school so you dont have to transfer later like I did. I knew I wanted to work with kids, but I wasn't sure which occupation to choose. I went in thinking I would be an occupational therapist to work with disabled kids, but now I am going to be a special education teacher. I would have job shadowed more my senior year to see which occupations I truly enjoyed. Life goes fast and you can't get that time back. All i can do is tell the seniors now that it will all be worth it in the end if you put in a little more work your senior year.

College isn't as bad as you think. Just sit down, calm down, and work harder. There will always be people who annoy you no matter where you go. So just do your best and focus on what you have to do and not what others are doing. Also, get involed in clubs to make friends at the begining of your freshman year in college.

People always say that college is one of the best times in a person's life, and so graduating seniors have huge expectations for their freshman year at university. They anticipate freedom, making lifelong friends, and having a very fun four years. They rarely anticipate homesickness, loneliness, and all the stress that usually accompanies the first few weeks or months of college. When they experience these things, they feel like they've failed themselves. Shouldn't they be having the time of their lives instead of pining for their mother's homemade snickerdoodles? These were the feelings I experienced during my first month at university, and I felt very alone in them. As I started talking to other first-year students, however, I realized that they too were experiencing similar feelings. So I guess the advice I would give to my high school self is that college very well might be one of the best times in my life, but if it starts out rocky that's okay. Because the reality is that nearly every college freshman feels homesick and lonely and unsure of themselves for a little while. The important thing is to know that it will get better.

I believe one of the most important lessons I've learned during college is the following: Don't sweat the small stuff. Throughout high school, I was constantly worried about why I got the "Percussion 2" part in band rather than the "Percussion 1" part, or about getting a perfect score on an English test. While I maintain that it is important to apply yourself in whatever you do and to set your goals high, I believe it is equally important to be happy about what you do accomplish. At the end of the day, you are the one who has to look yourself in the mirror -- not your English teacher or your band director. You are the one who must reconcile your actions with your thoughts. Even if you do get 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} on your English test, you must make sure you have learned the material and not just memorized it. Even if you end up with the percussion 2 part, that is no reason to put less time into it. I have learned to to take pride in everything I do, but more importantly I have learned to take responsibility for everything I do-- no matter how small.

The advice I would give myself is to remember that college is a fresh start. It creates a time where you can change who you want to be and leave your past behind. College gives you the opportunity to reinvent yourself as whoever you want to be in the future and it gives you the opportunity to become that person. It doesn't matter where you came from or anything about your past. The beauty of college is that you know no one, you are all in the same boat even though you have never met before. You are all along on the same journey and eventually everyone on the boat will go their separate ways, but some of you, will become life long friends and end up in the same place together.

My first piece of advice is study! Although you already decided where to attend, the last semesters of high school matter. Make sure you don’t give your university a reason to question why they accepted you. Remember, they still have the power to say no. With that said, take every aspect of academics seriously and put all your effort into it.Secondly, have fun! Get involved in school organizations and go to a few football games. If you don’t see how fun these things are now, you might overlook enjoyable activities in college and miss out on great opportunities. Life isn’t all about work. Balancing work with fun is a very useful lesson throughout your whole life.Finally, don’t take your high school life for granted. Although you are excited for college freedom, that freedom comes with great responsibility. Someone isn’t there to hold your hand and guide you as in high school, so learn to make critical decisions on your own and be smart about your choices. Enjoy high school while it’s here, but practice these decision making skills now.Follow these simple steps and the college transition will be much smoother.

I would tell myself the same thing that I tell my sisters now “Don’t let money be your barrier to start college. Money comes and goes, but you are the only one that can decide your future. You can choose to become a better and well educated person, to fulfill your dream of having a great career that no one can take away from you. College won’t be easy, there will be times where you fail and will want to give up, but failure only exists if you give up. That’s why always be the best that you can be, never give up and always try harder at everything that you do, for that will bring great accomplishments in life. Also know that you will encounter great people on your way to success; that will help you through college, these people will be your professors, counselors, peers ect. You will owe a great deal of your success to them because they supported you throughout college and their advice and motivation helped you accomplish your goals. Remember, no matter how big or hard the barriers are keep on trying because YOU will be the change of tomorrow."

If I could go back in time and tell myself what college is going to be like, I would tell myself to study hard. I would tell myself to not get strayed from my path to success. In college, every student there is your competition. A professor once told my class that only half of us will graduate ad then after that only about 1/4 of that half will get a job after graduation. So because of this I will tell myself to make sure that I am one of the person who will graduate and get a job. College is fun but is also serious. It is your life and you don't want to mess it up. As well I will tell myself that although you are a minority and there are those who look down on you for it, you can make a change one day so work hard, stay focused, and be that one person who will graduate and get a job. Be a role model for those who need one. Also learn to make friends with everyone because in the future they will be the one that helps lead you to your success.

School can be about far more than conforming to the business world; it is worlds apart from high school. All ideas are free to be explored, opportunities are here for the taking, and there is a freedom that is found from having enough information to make informed decisions about the world around you. While everything seems monotonous and pointless in high school, you will find your calling in education and will ultimately decide that academia is the one place where you belong. Professors not only tolerate, but embrace unique perspectives and people from all walks of life. While high school teachers view you as eccentric or even combative, this individualism will earn you the respect and support of most every faculty member you encounter in college. Take your time, explore the world, and when the time has come for a change in your life; embrace your future and find the depth of life through your liberal education that you have been searching for so hungrily. Believe it or not, the world not only respects but eagerly awaits your perspective. Adding eloquence to your expression of self will only strengthen your credibility. Your life experience will be your best asset!!!

The advice I would give myself is to not be nervous about the college experience. To not be scared about all the opportunities that are available and to take advantage of them. Other advice I would give myself is to not be nervous about not knowing what I was going to be doing in college because there is plenty of time to figure out what you can and want to do with the experience at hand. It is the best time of your life and you need to take advantage of the great opportunity that is in front of you.

You are responsible for your own education. It is up to you whether you attend class, do your homework, and how much effort you put into the class. It is important to stay focused on your goal; getting a degree. At the same time, it is important to make connections with your peers. These are the relationships that will last a lifetime. Stay focused on your studies but do not be afraid to let go and have fun every once in awhile.

Be prepared to teach yourself in college classes, especially in mathematics. Keep yourself motivated and don't get discouraged, you can do it.

The only advice I would give myself would be to get involved. Getting involved on your campus really makes the college experience. It helps you make awesome friends, and really prepares you for the real world. I have made some of the greatest memories being involved in my clubs, and I wouldn't do it any other way!

I would tell myself to relax. Being anxious and constantly worrying won't help me succeed at school. I would tell myself to be confident that I'll do well. I would tell myself that the friendships I had in high school will still be there when I go to college and that making new friends will be difficult, but it will happen. I'd tell myself to take time out of each day to blow off steam and that I shouldn't overwork myself. I would tell myself it's okay to break down when I need to and that it's okay to be sad because college is a huge transition. Overall, I'd tell myself that everything will be okay.

Most people spend their entire lives being directed by externals; their parents, the academic system, following friends, being directed by trends and fads. Eventually they're directed at their workplace by coworkers and bosses. Some even latch onto a significant other for direction. As soon as they lose that external direction they give up. Being off on your own at school you learn what its like being an adult. An adult with no self-sense, no self-direction, no self-worth, no confidence, and no competence is poison. I'd tell myself to try developing myself, it doesn't matter in what or if you can make money with it or impress people. Stop trying to pick the perfect thing. Pick something and do it. When it's painful and you fail and everything screams at you to quit, decide to keep doing it. When you think you're good enough at it to stop, keep doing it. It's the act of deciding to go on in the face of pain, convincing counter arguments and logic that will create yourself. If you never exercise your ability to push though, you will forever stay on the path of least resistance.

I would tell myself to get out of my shy shell and get involved. Because of my now outgoing personality I've enjoyed my college experience by interacting in activities whether it's playing games, joining an organization,or using the fitness center. Also, because of getting myself involved, I have met a plethora of great people. If I had continued to be shy, I wouldn't know all the amazing people I do today.

My advice to myself would be to do the required work that is assigned in class and study for test. Always be on time to class ready to learn. Always ask your instructor questions , because this shows your eager to learn . Make good friend while at school , especially with your class mates. They might become your best friends in life. Always ask for additional help when needed , so that you understand the material in your classes. Rater this be tutoring or studying with other students. Last i would say have fun . Getting loose somtimes can release the stress of everday school life.

If I could go back in time, the first thing I would tell my college freshman self is what being an individual entails. First, it means acknowledging that you know yourself the best. Your strengths and weaknesses are what set you apart from others and a true individual will take this understanding of their self and improve. One such weakness was my ability to go outside of my comfort zone. This inhibited me from stepping outside the box and trying new things because being in a new place was too anxiety provoking. Sharing my opinion and taking a stand are things I struggled with for the same reason. A second weakness to develop is cherishing every moment. Friends are precious jewels in life. They are rare and stay close to your heart no matter how far away they may have to go. Cherishing every opportunity to learn is vital too because it makes the educational experience more exhilarating. Finally, I would tell my past self to utilize all campus resources available. Not only are these facilities and their faculty members there for the students, but these resources are included in student tuition and fees--more bang for your buck.

Dear Shannon, You are a smart, independent, beautiful young lady and you can't let anyone stop you from completing your dream. There are going to be many people in the future that are going to tell you that you won't be able to reach the goals that you are setting for yourself but I know that isn't the case. Make sure you keep setting goals and reaching them, you can show all your doubters that you do have it in you. I know that life will get hard, there will be time when you don't want to get out of bed in the morning but those days when you do get up and get out of bed when feeling like you can't are the days that lead you to better days where you accomplish your goals and you are some day closer to living out your dreams. Always remember to F.L.Y., First Love Yourself.

As a high school senior about to start my life, there is one thing I wish I would have had and that is, have the feeling of comfort. Thinking about college would fill me with butterflies, but not the good kind people usually talked about when you were finally free from high school and your parents. A month before college started I was questioning my choice and if I made the right one by leaving my family, friends, and hometown. The first day of college was coming close and I was not doing well. On the outside though, I was "happy" as I could be, but on the inside my nerves were getting the best of me, would I fit in like at high school, would people like me? My first day had begun and I met my roommate, we were both nervous but we met a special person who told us, "Don't worry or be scared for this experience, because at this moment everyone is feeling the same and wanting the same thing as you, the comfort of fitting in and hoping for college to live up to its name. Worry shouldn't even be in your vocabulary."

I would tell myself be ready to read and really pay attention to detail. You are going to be on your own and most of your questions you can find out by just reading what is in front of you or with a little research. Find more activities when you first arrive on campus. School keeps you very focused but also remember to have fun and hang out with friends everyonce in a while. When you are first meeting your roomate be open minded and and not so picky; realize you are not going to live with them your whole life. Find a schedule and routine that works for yourself not your friend that lives down the hall. I wish I would have known a few of these before coming to college, but I have learned them throughout my time at school.

To start I would tell myself to relax. College is an intimidating thought but in actualization, it is an amazing experience. There is no reason to get nervous about it because everyone is in the same position as you are. I would tell myself to enjoy my senior year of high school because college, although amazing, is a completely different ball game. You don't have your parents to clean up after you or your best friends since kindergarden to hang out with. I would also tell myself that being yourself is the most important thing. College is where you will figure out who you are and who you want to surround yourself with, so you should act yourself and not be afraid to stand out.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have a lot of advice to give. College isn't just about the social life. Yes, having a social life is important but shouldn't be the only thing in your life. Apply to as many schools as you can, in state and out of state. Choose the school that meets your academic needs. Don't worry about where your friends are going because you will meet new friends and build life long friendships. If you are unsure about what to major in, don't stress about it. Take classes that help you explore major and career options. When you figure it out, you will know that it's exactly what you're destined to do. Study, study, study! College is nothing like highschool. There is no homework and extra credit. Professors don't care if you come to class or not. Your grades are based only on exam scores. This is where your future starts, right here, right now. Work hard to achieve your goals.