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If I knew what I knew today and could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to find many scholarships to pay for college. College is over priced and is just another business. You have to pay to park, over priced text books and many class fees. I would tell my younger self that college life is about reading books and writing essays. I would encourage myself to read many more books during high school and I would take writing work shops. If you can read and write well, nothing in college can stop you. I would also tell myself to find mentors and to obtain as many internships as possible. I would explain how important it is to network and build up my contact list. Last but not least I would tell myself to learn little of alot rather than alot of a little.

Assuming that I could go back in time and give myself and advice concerning college life I would definitely have said to myself, ?play sports, tennis and volleyball, as much as you can?. I would have said that because now I regret not being able to hold a racket as much as I could have while in high school. Considering that sports were my life now it is disappointing that my school campus does not have a tennis court where I can play with someone since I don?t have a car.

Enjoy! Jesus, enjoy your time in high school. Those are the times you will remember forever. Please be friend with all of your classmates and give your best to learn more from your teachers. Ask professors for advice on what you could do so that college becomes easier. First of all, you should definitely apply for that National Honor Society. I cannot believe you will miss that opportunity just because of lack of information. Yes, I know you are in the soccer team and that is a very important part of your life in this moment; however, this activity should not prevent you from joining other clubs and school activities. I know you attend a high school in which ninety-five percent of the students speak Spanish but anyway you should practice your English the most that you can. No matter what you decide to do, enjoy your time with your family. You will be far away from home for the first time and you will surely miss your mother's reprehensions, your father's punishments and even your siblings' pranks. This is your year, be happy and do not let anything ruin it.

College is easier than what you would think. Its not exactly that "hard". Its as hard as you would make it. Don't be scared and embrace college. Its a great experience. Be prepared, there are some differences, but not ground breaking. You have total freedom of what you want to do. Go to class, do homework, attend clubs. They are all your choice. No one is going to suggest or force you to do anything. As a double edge blade, they won't remind you as well. Freedom is at your grasp and you will make tons of choices that will break or make you. Enjoy this sudden freedom and flexibility; its a blessing. Its just like high school, but without a schedule or homework. A look into a college student's daily life? Go to class, study for a test, meet friends, volunteer for a club. Sum it up, freedom at your tips. A last note, studying and your personal life may bog you down, but remember this golden rule, have some fun.

There is only one thing that I would have changed going in to college. In high school I never studied, everything was just so easy, there was no need to actually try. Once I hit college it was a huge wake-up call. Putting in the work and effort in college is a huge factor in how you do. Studying long, hard, and continuously is the biggest piece of advice I would offer to any high school student transitioning into college.

I would tell myself to prepare better and work harder because going into the first semester of freshman year. I would also tell myself to apply for more scholarships because I am now struggling to pay for all of my classes, books, transportation and school supplies.

If i were to go back in time and talk to myself, I would slap myself in the face and tell my past self to get my act together and stop goofing around. I would tell myself to do at least two to three scholarships a day. I would then instruct myself to find a part-time job some place, anywhere, Fry's; Safeway; or where ever. Also, i will tell myself to get more involved with the school, and the community.

In high school I was constantly stressed about not having enough money to make it through college. I would go back and tell myself to not stress it so much, because where there is a will there is a way and I definitely had enough will to make it happen. I was also worried about not having anyone to go to for help because I was the first one in my family to ever graduate high school and go to college. I would tell myself that there are many many wonderful people in this world who are there and who are willing to help and that no matter what the problem is, your not alone. I would also tell myself to not get so caught up with worrying about not being smart enough to pass all my classes because if I were to struggle with a class, my university has many resources available to students when they are struggling with a class. I was also worried about the change of living at home to living on campus. I would tell myself that at first it will be difficult because it is a big change, but change isn't always bad!

If I could go back in time and give myself advice about college life and making the transition I would tell myself about choosing a minor, talking to counselors, and how to study for exams. While completing my major, I learned that I could complete a minor and still graduate at the same time. Now that's is what I call getting the most bang for your buck! Not to mention another item to put on a resume. I would also mention that taking time to talk to counselors not only benefits you in the long run so that you can graduate on time, but they can help you find support during tough times as well as job opportunities in your field of interest. Lastly, I would tell myself to not cram for exams. Studying ahead of time and going over notes nightly keeps you on top of your material and ready for any pop quiz.

Study more in high school. The better your grades the easier it is for you later on. And do not take off a year, go right a way to college, it is the best thing to do and the only thing that will get you what you want in your future.