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The advice I would g i ve my self is to be devouted in my studies and not waste time. I also advise my self in taking extra post secondary classes in high school so i can be prepared f o r c o l l e ge. I s h o u ld have taken a lot of science classes in h i g h school so i do not have to pay for it in college. Also choosing one major and sticking to it is a big deal for me. I choose and changed major couple of times and that effected my g r a d u a t i on years. So, i would a d v i s e h i g h s c h o o l s e n i o r s to be serious and choose their majors ahead of time and work towards it as to finish in time allowed which is four years. I being first generation student did not know any better and did not have a roled model to guide me to school so all the pressure is on me whether it is from families or relatives.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to slow down and enjoy life. Don't get involved in too many things where you barely have time to breathe or sleep, and sleep is very important. Procrastinating studying for a test never ends well, always start studying two days before a test so you are not sleep deprived at your 8 AM test. Always make time for your friends, because they are the ones that get you through the hardest times and the transition to college can be one of the most scary life-changing happening in your life, but it can also be a great learning experience. Do not be afraid to fail, because being afraid will keep you from succeeding and possibling missing an experience of a lifetime.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to start the scholarship looking process earlier than I had. I would tell myself to start looking for scholarships during my junior year and write down which scholarships I could apply for when I am a senior. Doing this process earlier would give me an advantage because I would know which scholarships I could apply for and then I wouldn't have to take more time to look for the scholarships that match me, what I'm going into, and what college I am attending. I would also apply for my scholarships earlier than I did; on some of my scholarships I forgot about them and didn't apply until the deadline and I even missed some scholarship deadlines because I didn't write them down or when they were do. I would also tell myself to become more organized when it comes to scholarships and to apply for all scholarships that pertain to me even if they take longer and require more essays than other scholarships do.

If I went back in time I would tell myself not to slack off as much. As a senior your will to do homework decreases significantly and that is a huge mistake. I would make sure to study and keep in mind that college is just around the corner and to succeed there you have to have good work ethics. Going into college without that makes it more challenging. I would also tell myself to keep the same values that you followed in high school. College can be overwelming and when you get around that kind of atmosphere you can lose sight of what is right and what is wrong. I would tell myself to study hard and make sure to keep your grades up because that's why I am going to college. To get good grades; not party or just go to go.

I remember high school being a time of trying to impress others with who a person was. Whether is was by who a person dated, their grade point average, or what parties they attended, everyone thought they needed to give off an impression , whether they stayed true to themselves or not. In college, that all changes, Of course, some individuals stay stuck in the past of high school, but most develop into the person they are truly meant to be, with no need to impress anyone but themselves. High school is not even the beginning of how you will begin to discover yourself. College is also a time to become the responsible adult one will grow up to be. This means being responsible in finances, organization, schedule, careers, and personal relationships. In high school, most, if not all of this, is taken care of by another individual. In college, one becmes more independent. The sooner one begins to learn the responsibilities of adulthood, the more successful that individual will become. A final note I would like to leave my high school self is that friend made in college become an even longer term relationship than high school.

In all honesty, it's exactly like high school as far as the learning curve goes. School is just that, school. Yes, it might be stressful from time to time, but what isn't? Be responsible and get your homework and studying done ahead of time, but don't forget to have fun. The social connections you make at college will prove to be very valuable. And having more friends to hang out with and talk to is always a bonus. Break out of the usual and don't be afraid to try anything new.

To get involved right away with activities, but don't get overwhelmed. It's easy to start just saying yes to different people once you know more people, but saying no is okay too. Don't procrastinate on your homework and if you aren't understanding something, go in and talk to your professore, they aren't as intimdating as they seem! They are there to help you when you need it. Finally, don't be afraid to make new friends because you're worried you'll lose your old ones. It's fun meeting new people and with all of the technology today, it's hard to not stay in contact with everyone!

If I could give myself advice as a high school student entering college I would say be prepared to put in the same effort into the school work as you would a job. I was raised to expect that when you get to work you do the job completely and to the best of your ability. I, however, did not have a family that placed much of an expectation on school. If I had started college with that mindset I believe I would have done better to start with. It took me extra time to realize the amount of time and work that would go into getting a degree. I would also caution myself to take time to enjoy the extras of college like the student union, the friends, and yes even the parties. Those extras all go by way to fast and the "real" world will rush in on you soon enough.

If i could go back and tell myself one thing that would more prepare myself for school it would have to be life goes on, grit your teeth and fight through everything that goes wrong and you will be alright. Although I feel that I could have easily said that I need to work harder in school and get better grades, but I feel that it would have been more valuable for me to make that transition knowing what I know now. I would have told myself that no matter what goes on in the dorm, the cafeteria, the classroom or the hallway to always always keep your head held high but not with your chin up, because no body like someone stuck up. Be friendly to everyone, even if they are not friendly back. Reach out your helping hand whenever it is possible, because those are the ones that will be willing to help you when you need help. And most of all to keep your faith when everything seems to be falling apart. People may make fun of you, maybe cuss you out, but if you can keep your faith you will be alright.

Advice I would have given myself in high school that I know now about college would be to ask older friends about teachers, classes, and things needed for college. Also to be prepared for time management, harder classes, and being on your own. I've found it very useful to ask friends that have already been in college to let you know items you need such as surge protector for more electrical use and hooks to hang more things up. Also if you know people that have gone to that college before you ask them about teachers and classes you should take, also about where they bought their books. This can save you money and also helps you find teachers you would like. Time management and organization is a big thing you need in college, you must manage your homework time but also your personal time. The reason you need to manage your time is because classes and homework are harder and you are on your own. Your parents cannot wake you up in the morning or remind you to do your homework. Mainly you have to learn to be on your own, be an adult.