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Be sure you choose friends who share your values. Makse sure to get involved with lots of things on campus, but once you decide what you enjoy the most, don't spread yourself too thin so that you get burned out or don't have time for your friends. Be sure your relationships are honest and genuine, because you will need the support of good friends to make it through the rough times, and having awkward or fake relationships will add stress and take away a support you need. Be sure to stay true to yourself.

Like most high school seniors, I was focused on a couple things. Getting the heck out of high school, my social life, and my athletic career. If I could go back and do it all again, I would tell myself to take pride in my education. Back then all I thought about school is that it was a hassle. It was in the way of soccer practice or hanging out with my friends or boyfriend. So, I did mediocre work on assignments, didnt study too hard for tests, kind of coasted my way through with a 3.6 GPA. I know now that if I would have taken myself and my work seriously, I could have definitely gotten a 4.0 GPA. If I would have done those things, I would not even be needing to fill out this survey. I wouldnt need financial assistance because my scholarship from my university would be much larger than it is. Being in college for almost two years now I have learned what it means to value an education, and to try my very best because every last minute of studying counts.

I didn't realize it when I was in high school, but I used to be very preoccupied with social status and fitting in with the crowd. I thought that the only way people would like me is if I did the same things they did. Sometimes I would go against my own convictions in order to please my "friends". Because of this I thought I would have difficulty making friends in college. I understand now that the most important thing is to always be myself. I am unique. I can find other people who care for me because of my originality, not because I act just like everyone else. True friends like me for who I am and what I believe in. I would tell my high school self not to worry about impressing other people. I would tell her to focus on achieving her goals and not losing herself in the process. I would also tell her to stop procrastinating on her homework, because there's a whole lot more of that in college!

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to take more college classes during high school. I would say that they are extremely valuble and that they will be a great asset in preparing for college. Although my high school did not offer many AP/college classes, I would tell myself to take as many as I possibly could. I would also remind myself to keep up the good work with my grades and ACT scores. They will be of great benefit when applying for scholarships. Without them, I would not be able to afford a college career.

I would tell myself as a high school senior to not worry too much, everything will work itself out. As a senior I worried too much about what my major was going to be, and in reality in a large portion of fields you do not really need to know right off the bat, as your first year mostly consists of taking general education courses. I would also tell myself to not put off applying for scholarships, it adds stress and you do not always get the scholarships done in time, you may have been awarded more scholarships if you had taken the time with every one and submitting them all.

I would tell myself to really start a time management process. Nothing can prepare you for college and the transition of leaving home. I think that it is something all college freshman struggle with the first couple weeks they are on campus. All the upper classmen experienced the same thing at one point and time and they are very understanding and help you out very much. But, once you figure out a schedule and what works best for you, really its smooth sailing from there. If I were to give advice to any other high school senior I would say do not slack off your senior year. I am so thankful I didn't slack off. Take a full schedule college's appreciate that, and the saying, "If you don't use it, you lose it," very much applies to a college atmosphere.

If I could go back in time and talk to my high school self, I would tell myself to load up on all the dual-credit courses offered. They are cheap, you have smaller classes, and more one-on-one attention is given to students. They are also great because you can go into college with a semester down for little cost. This can lead to graduating earlier, being able to double major, or take an easier course load. These are all great factors and I should have taken more courses in high school. I would also tell myself to relax and to have a good time, but to also study more for important tests. I would also tell myself that you would make great, new friends in college and not to worry about what you wear or who likes you in high school. It was a more judgmental time in high school and things will change once you get to college. I wish I could go back to my senior year of high school and relive some of these things, but hopefully I will be able to change the lives of younger students!

Looking back on my senior year of high school, I was a different person that I am now. I had so many friends, was the captian of the tennis team, and had just recieved the lead role in the musical. If I could go back in time to tell myself one thing, it would be to never settle for less. I was thankful for everything I had in high school and I am still thankful today. That said, I would use my advice of never settling for less in my friendships and my academics today. I would have known that I shouldn't be friends with people who take advantage of me, I would have known to search for scholarship every chance i had so that that I wouldn't have to settle for years of debt, and I would have known to never for a moment slack on the drive to reach my goals. Getting into school, finding a job, and being true to myself are the most important things in life. But since going back in time is impossible, these couple years since high school have build character and have taught me to never settle for less anyway.

Dear High school self, I know you would much rather read a letter than a list (you have already seen so many of those). Here is what I should have known. During your last year of high school, apply for as many scholarships as you can, renewable is best. When you start packing for college, don't forget to pack things you can do with friends such as a frisbee, board games, and colored pencils. You will need the relief this interaction can bring. Once you get to college, don't put off establishing relationships. If you don't interact with people until you know them, you may never interact with anybody. OK, that's an exaggeration, but the more friendships you establish early, the better. I would recommend leaving your dorm room door propped open. This seems to encourage people to interact with you. Isolation is necessary when you have work to do, but social interaction is good, too. Lastly, your sleep habits will change. Try to establish a regular sleep schedule, but don't be afraid to occasionally break it. God's blessings on your adventure!

I would tell myself to listen to my gut instinct when choosing a school. I would tell myself to open myself up and fully immerse myself in the new experience. Lastly, I would tell myself to stay true to myself and not try to become someone that I am not. I would also tell myself to not be afraid to take the road less traveled and step out of the box because I might be surprised with what find.