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If I could go back in time as a highschool senior I personally wouldnt change that much. I worked very hard my senior year and ended up at a great college. The only difference I would make would have been to enroll in more college credited courses to further my education in my college career. I think it would have made a very big difference in enhancing the knowledge of what a college course is like as well as having additional credits to go with you as you enter into a new school career. I wish I would have done that just so I could excel in my credits and be closer to graduating.

Well I honestly have to say that I made so many mistakes as a high school senior. Those mistakes have really had a major impact on my high school to college transition. Even though I wanted to further my education once out of high school I did not take the necessary initiative to look into what college was all about. I thought I would be able to take on whatever college had in stored for me. Oh boy was I sadly mistaken. This would have been probably the first piece of advice I would of given myself. Look up any requirements that needed to be met once in college to graduate. Secondly, I would have also advised myself to listen to advice my teachers provided me with. For example applying for as many scholarships as I could to pay for college. Lastly, getting as involved with the community and school as I could. Now a days employers want leaders not followers for job positions. I could of benefited from gaining leadership skills and potentially finding employment easier. Now I know some sayings are true like the one that’s says people learn from their mistakes I surely did.

My senior year of high school was one of the best experiences of my life, however, my first year of college is right behind that! Going back to senior year I prepared myself pretty well for this life changing occurrence. Since I am a pre-nursing student I knew my classes were going to be strenuous and my GPA was just that much more important. Therefore, I knew it was going to be time consuming and tough at times, learning advanced and rigid material. I finished my very first semester of 12 units with a 3.7 along with taking and passing a winter course making that 15 units. However, the one thing I did not prepare myself for is how independent I was going to have to be. I could no longer just ask my parents, I had to do it all on my own; which at first was hard to handle. Nevertheless, after a couple of weeks I became comfortable with my professors and campus. I continuously had questions but knew where to go and who to ask. Knowing what I do now, I would have told myself to get ready to do it all on your own!

I would tell myself to continue what you are doing. To be honest, I would not change a thing, except to not sleep mylife away. I attended church weekly, was involved in many clubs, excelled in sports, and had a great social group I networked amongst. My family is extremely close and very open wth one another and very supportive of all our endeavors. I was humble, yet proud of the way I carried myself and was a contributor to the community. Making the transition into college, I would not be as shy, but coming from a small naive town into a larger city and attending a university was eye opening.

Don't be a slacker! Take every opportunity, and apply for every scholarship you can. Its never too early to start. This does not mean that you cant have fun, just make sure you don't get behind in school. Take the best classes and don't think that the advances courses are not for you. As long as you manage your time properly you can do anything. You can get that A in Honors English and perform in the Choir Winter Performance. When you go to college its completely fine to be scared. Don't worry about seeming like a little kid when you don't understand about something. Ask any questions you need answered, that's why they're there, to help you. Just relax, but it doesn't hurt to be a little cautious. When you go to college wait a couple days or even a couple weeks before you take up any other kind of responsibilities, like a job. You want to get to know more about the city you live and how time consuming your studies can be. Above all else make smart choices. And use coupons, they're real money savers.

If I was able to turn back the hands of time in order to sit down and talk to myself as a high school senior and inform myself about what the future had in store for me, I wouldn't think twice about it, I would do it in a heartbeat, as I'm sure a lot of people would. I can confidently say that I am smarter now then I have ever been, so with the new knowledge I have uptained over the years it wouldn't be hard for me to "kick knowledge" as I say, to my youger self. I would start off by telling myself to continue to think positive no matter what happens in the future. Also, to keep a smile in my back pocket at all times because it will be needed throghout my existence on this planet. And last but not least, I would look into the eyes of my younger being and inform him in order to succeed in life one must spread love, knowledge and ambition like an infectious disease to those who lack. All in all, I want to thank you for your time and hope you enjoyed my essay.

As a high school senior, you should do your best to enjoy reading, because you will be reading a lot, especially textbooks. There will be a lot more self-study than in high school, so developing great study habits is a good idea. Do not forget to manage your time wisely when it comes to homework, studying, and work. You may believe you have a lot of free time, but that free time can be used productively. Getting a job can be one of the most important things in life, not just for school. You may need a job to help pay for school and also gain experience for future jobs. A job will also expose you to the real world of being independent and a true adult. The more comfortable you are with this world, the better off you will be in your future dealings. Last of all, learn to shop online and find bargains, or just save money in general. Textbooks are quite expensive, so finding the best books for the best price will help you save money in the long run.

I would not emphasize enough that I can not slack off that first semester. The freedom of college had gotten to my head and I did so poorly that I am still greatly regretting it now. Years later I can honestly say I have learned my lesson, for I have resumed being the 3.9-4.0 student I know myself to be. I would tell myself to join some clubs and have some fun meeting people on campus. I can not say how many events I have missed out on because I did not reach out and see what my campus has to offer. I would convince myself that a business degree is not the way to go, though I did learn a few interesting things along the way. I am now a psychology major and will be able to work more directly with the population I wanted to work with after I attained my business degree. I am very happy with where I am currently in my life, but I still wonder where I could be if I had a chance to talk with my future “college self” before making that transition from high school to college.

I would with out a doubt remind myself how quickly time flies by. In my younger years, I lived for the moment, which in some way is a good thing. Yet on the other hand, if you don't plan for the future with a sense of discipline, it is easy to falter. I would tell my 18 year old self, that although being 18 is an unforgettable time in one's life to be enjoyed, it is imperative to secure a future for yourself. Remebering to take courses seriously and becoming an integral part of the campus is key. Form relationships, make connections and go above and beyond in your studies. Do not simply try to pass your classes. Take time to reach your maximum potential. The personal and professional rewards will be priceless. It will be difficult due to a newly gained sense of freedom. There are no tardies, instructors do not call your parents when you miss class. Therefore, there is a a fine line between balancing your newly found independence and success. In spite of this, you are talented, unique and encompass all it take to be successful. You can and will do it!!

The advice I would give myself as a high school senior would be to never give up when everything seems impossible to do. Becoming a high school senior is difficult because it is the last chance you have to get good grades for the colleges to see. I would tell myself to do all my class work and homework in order to understand the class better. I would also tell myself to study a lot for the tests the teachers give me. Furthermore, I would say that whenever I get the chance to search and apply for scholarships, to take advantage of it because you will need the money for college to pay off depts. Colleges look at the classes you take and if you get the opportunity to get into a honor or higher class to take it so when in college you might not have to take it again. Being a high school senior might be a lot of fun but it can also make you have a lot of stress so manage the things you do and know that nothing is impossible to do if your determine to succeed.