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If time travel were possible and I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have one very significant piece of advice to give to my younger self. I would say, "Yes, college can be challenging and tough, but it is well worth it. Stick to it, and make sure that it is your priority; you can work, in fact, you should try and find a good job, but don't spread yourself too thin. Find one job that will help to support you, and stick to it; it will be tempting to go for that second job while you are also a full-time student, but it will take its toll on you. Focus on school, and do the best you can. Your family and friends will be there for you, and this job is not one that you'll have for life, which is why you're going to school, so there's no need to focus all of your time and energy on that, some yes, but most should go to school. Stick with it, and good things will come."

Dear Chris I like to tell you a little bit about the college life so hold on its gonna be a wild ride. Im not really sure were to begin so her we go I would suggest first get to know where all your classes are on campus. I think after that I would suggest that you then meet all your profesors and try to get in good with them. As far as the food goes on campus make sure to either bring your own or buy fast food. The homework is really not that bad if you don't mind four or five hours worth just kidding its not that bad. I think that you will get along good with all the people on campus since you such a people perosn. I would like to remind you though this is college not high school mom and dad are not here to take care of you anymore its up to you now. Another suggestion I would make is don't let the girls and partying get out of hand its all fun and games until they trow you out. In clossing try to have a good time, and lean something.

College is an expense, whether it is affordable or not. It would be wise to use any leisure time as time to research ways to receive financial aid or scholarships. They are out there; you just have to find them. Transportation may also be an issue so whenever possible you should work on receiving a license, it will be very convenient. Also if possible join the workforce. Not only will it give you work experience for the future but it can also be used for some college expenses. And last but not least, college is not something that should be frightening. Just try your hardest and you will succeed.

If I had the chance to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there would be a few crucial things that I would tell myself to make the transition into college as smooth as possible. I would tell myself to listen to your parents because they only have your best interest in mind & take as many honors and advance placement classes as you can. Having parents that cared for my education, my mom always wanted me to take the honors and advance placement classes because she knew I am capable of them. In doing so, I would of had some college credits as a high school student and be ahead of the game. Due to the fact I pay for my own college tuition and books, I would of saved quite a load of money. I would also tell myself to not slack and have education as the number one priority because after you get a good education, you have the rest of your life to play and enjoy life. As my mother told me before along with something I would tell myself again, "work now, play later."

There just so many little things i would tell myself if i could go back in time. First of all, i would let myself know that tuition was going to go up in a couple years. Instead of it being $20 a unit it was would change to $26, so to take all the classes you can til then and not to waste your time on classes you didn't need. To really stick with the GE because later on it would be hard to get into 4 years school i wanted to attend. Secondly i would tell myself to really take school serious and not be lazy because that will seriously mess you up later even though you don't see it now. Thirdly, My first year i was so naive that i bought textbooks from the bookstore, which were super overpriced. Buying online will save you TONs of money, then after the semester is over sell your books instead of keeping them to collect dust. You need to sell them right after you don't need them for them not to lose value. Lastly i'd say "Stay focused you have now idea what lies ahead, BE PREPARED!!!".

i would tell myself to pay more attention, i sure wish that i had. also to take more and better notes, to learn as much as i could while the learning was still free because now that im paying for it im kicking myself in the a@@ trying to grasp at the knowledge that is being shoved down my throat

Pick a major you like and could see yourself doing in life. Of course at 18 yrs you really do not know what your interests are professionally or what you do like how you can make money at doing it. High school students should get more exposure in real life job practicallity and what jobs make money other than the obvious ones like doctor and lawyer.

High school was not especially meant for me. I struggled, and was an outcast. I found sanctuary in school library where I spend most of my time with a friend or two reading on science, metaphysics and spirituality. I never missed a homework assignment, but I never did study for a test. I was the type to just ?wing it? and barely pass each class. Now that I am in college, a community college to be precise, I realize how important classes in high school were. If I had worked just a little harder, and accomplished a few more classes, I would not have to be at a two year college, working towards my general?s degree. I could be that much closer to my BA at a University, and that much closer to finally relaxing. Unfortunately, I did not make the best academic decisions in high school but I have taught me little sister the importance of being successfully academic and she has done great. She has over 100 awards she earned in elementary school, and has acquired a steady 4.0 for the past 3 years of her high school life.

Knowing what I know now as a college student, the main advice I would have given myself is to stay on top of deadlines for scholarships as well as to apply for the 4 year schools in addition to the community colleges. Money was a gigantic worry to myself as a high school senior. I knew that community colleges are the way to go when you aren't sure about choosing a major but looking back, I personally feel that I could have come up with many, many, ways to pay for a four year education and come out with little to no debt. As it stands: I always wonder how I would have handled campus life at a 4four year school straight out of high school as opposed to now becoming a transfer student. I am still working on scholarships, but it took a lot longer for me to get into making scholarship-searching a habit.

Do as much research as you can when it comes to looking for the right college. Visiting one or two campuses isn't enough. You will be dedicating time and money into an institution that will hopefully set you up for a great career. Going to a college that isn't right for you is a waste of your time and money. Finding the right college will make learning an incredible experience.