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If I were to go back and give myself advice as a high school senior I would focus the advice on three areas: academics, campus involvement, and meaningful relationships First, I would tell myself to continue working diligently and conscientiously on my academics as I have in the past. After all, that is the reason I am attending college, isn't it? Next, I would encourage myself to become involved with on-campus activities and student leadership positions such as new-student orientation programs and Residence Life Staff (RA). I would tell myself: "You are only in college once in your life, Bre. Do everything you desire that you won't be able to do once you're graduated." Lastly, I would remind myself that, while there are responsibilities that must be accomplished in priority to some things, at the end of the day your most vibrant memories come from the relationships you form. Take time to make friends that will last for life, gain wisdom and insight from your RA's and Resident Directors, and ask professors to chat over some coffee so that you can soak in the knowledge and life experience they have to offer.

I would advise myself to get a job and start saving for college. It's EXTREMELY exoensive and time consuming. I've almost had to drop out a few times because of finances and it would be alot less dtressful if i didnt have to worry about it.

I would say to myself: "Camila, college is amazing! But you should get an early start on your Financial Aid applications to save you a couple of tears. Do all you can to save for school and get financial matters out of the way, otherwise you will undergo great struggle. Also, please try your best in the years you have left in High School. All you learn in high school will help you succeed in college, it will make your life so much easier. Another important thing to remember is to get involve, meet people and develop communication skills that will tremendously help you in college. Please don't forget to take care of your financial aid, it is extremely important that you ask for help before starting college. Don't be embarrassed to ask for help when you don't understand something; don't be shy, shyness gets you nowhere. If you keep trying and never give up, you will reach all that your heart desires! A great life awaits you, so don't waste time, and take advantage of every second!"

Dear Haley, it will be well worth it to go to your dream school even though it is out of state. Even though you're moving away from your family and high school friends you are going to have an awesome community that will help you transition into college life. Don't waste any time feeling anxious and worrying about fitting in or finding the right group of friends when you go off to school. Everything will fall into place. Remember that every other freshman is feeling just as nervous and awkward as you are. When you start school jump into the social life! Take advantage of dorm life and campus events and clubs! You are going to make some of your best friends at these places. You are going to need to work really hard to get good grades in your college classes, but don't get your head stuck in a book all semester. Try to balance taking advantage of social opportunities and hitting the library. College isn't as scary as it sounds. Embrace every opportunity to try new things, study hard, make an effort to get to know people on a deeper level, and have fun!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior there is a lot I would like to say. Knowing what I know now about college, tuition and moving for my education I would tell myself to hold my breath, and jump in. College isn't just furthering my education, its full of life experiences like studying aboard and seeing new place, meeting new people I would have never known otherwise and truly finding out who I am and who I want to be. Although I would love to give my younger self more advice, this would be the most important. Making the leap of faith and attending the college I want my business degree to be from right from the start is what I believe would be the best advice I could give myself at eighteen.

I would give myself advice on doing what I want to do. Not doing it because someone else tells me I should go into a certian field. I would tell myself to go to beauty school. Don't go to medical school if you don't think it's for you, follow your dreams but make goals. Do what makes you happy not others. This is your life and be careful for what you choose. You can be stuck in debt if you don't finish a class, you will have to pay financial aid back. Ask about the campus and how much tution will be before jumping into somthing your not sure you will do. Get information and think about it, it'll always be there. And be smart about your choices!

College is definitely the experience of a lifetime. All the seemingly pointless classes you suffer through in grade school are only the beginning of a scholastic life-changing journey. You will find yourself growing socially and mentally on an exponential scale. You will begin to see the world through the eyes of a true adult and treasure every ounce of free time you can salvage. You will slowly begin to understand the importance of knowledge and responsibility. With that in mind, I urge you to work hard and enjoy the times you can be around your family because college is the first step towards adulthood. Be ready to engage in a community of young adults that are going through the same things as you. You must be open to change and let yourself mature, don't be afraid to step out of character and try things you wouldn't have tried before. College is just as much about discovering who you are as it is about paving the way towards your future career. Don't hold yourself back, dive in and enjoy the swim.

Stop focusing so much on your acedemics! You are already a good student, you are disciplined and get your work done. When it comes to relationships and people though, you are sorely lacking. Life is about building strong relationship bonds and if you don't start earlier than it will get harder in the future. College isn't all about the acedemics, and like I said you've got that part down. You must interact with so many different personality types. You will be living in a dorm and sharing the room with people who are different than you. If you don't know how to deal with conflicts now, it will become a mess later. So slow down, get to know people, and make yourself known. Socializing with people is not a waste of time, it is just something that must be balanced. You will benifit greatly if you take time out of your day to get to know others.

Riley, you're almost there and the anticipation is super exciting, but I want you to know that college is going to beat you over the head unless you decide beforehand how you will manage your time socially and academically. Sometimes you will find your crazy friends more fun to hang out with than that mundane assignment due the next day. It's okay to say "no" to fun on occassion when your grades depend on it. Other times you'll want to lock yourself up in the library/dungeon like a hermit and refuse to come out until the work is done. Don't do that. Your crazy friends will wonder if you've died and spend all their study time looking for you. Then they'll flunk out and you'll have to make all new friends. I suggest you wake up early, before noon like all your crazy friends do, and plan out your entire day: classes, assignments, hanging out, and the amount of time each might take. Your planner will become your brain, so don't forget it or chaos will ensue. Remember, time is like a wild stallion. Harness it and life will be beautiful.

I know how hard it is to get through all these applications, and forms, and the countless hours you're spending between scholorships and whatnot. But trust me buddy, it's worth it all. You're going to go to a great school and every bit of sweat spent now is worth it. Keep your head up, august comes faster than you think. The transition is easy too, rely on God to get you through. You've got some pretty cool roomates, and you're on a great floor. Your dorm is spectacular, it's exactly what you were hoping for. Relax, you worry about what everything will be like, but as long as you're in the hands of God, then what can hurt you? As long as God is on your side, what have you got to fear? Enjoy Biola, and keep working hard to get through those scholorships and applications. I know it feels like their's way too many of then, and their is a lot, but it's allw orth it. I promise. P.S. invest in In-n-Out gift cards, because you're gonna crave it AT LEAST once a week.