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The one advice that I would give to myself is to create a set of goals/ plan for after high school. Ask myself what I would like to accomplish by the end of high school, make a plan on how I would like to reach them. There is a lot of room for improvement and there is no reason not to improve. Whether it is college, a vocational school, or the military, just make sure I have a plan for something, and make sure I'm working to acheive that goal.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would want to give myself the confidence to enroll in college immediately. Neither of my parents went to college and I didn't know anyone else that was attending college at the time. I was convinced that I could not afford college and that my grades were not good enough. It took me almost 20 years to discover that the opportunity to attend college is open to everyone, regardless of background or economic level. I would find a way to convey the wonder I felt to step on campus for the first time and know that I belonged. I would find a way to convey the pride I felt the day I was invited to join the honor's society. I would find a way to let myself know that I deserved to have a future filled with all the possibilities that college offers and that I deserved to take a chance.

I have attended four different colleges and all of them have brought about a different experience. While participating in these schools I have learned alot. I definitely think that college teaches you things that cannot be learned anywhere else. If I could talk to myself as a senior in high school I would give myself a few words of advice. I would tell myself to not be afraid or ashamed to be my own person, to know who I was and not let people try to tell me who to be. There is nothing wrong with picking a major and changing it down the road, as people grow, their expectations of life change and choosing a career is a big decision. The only way to know if you like something is to try it. I tried so many things and none of them seemed to fit what I was looking for, so I gave up or decided to take a break. Education is so important and can improve a person drastically, but I won't say that it is easy, so perseverance is key. Continue working until you achieve your goal but don't forget to enjoy life.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior and give myself advice, I'd tell myself to get to your (my) dormroom before your (my) roommate gets there; only then can you (I) claim the bottom bunk. Jumping off a six-foot bed onto hard, cold tile floors at five in the morning is no fun. Other than that, I wouldn't tell myself a word; one of the best things about going to college was the feeling of antisipation I got when I started classes. It was like waking up on a warm spring day and opening my eyes for the first time. In high school I could feel the chill of winter and the warmpth of summer but until I got to college, I didn't posess the curiosity to question why the summer was warm and the winter cold.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would give myself a lot of advice about college life. First, I would advise myself to start off at a community college right away to get prerequisites done. I would also tell myself to still live at home and find a better job as soon as possible. I will be able to save up money for when I transfer to a university by doing this. Next, I will make sure to inform myself about scholarship opportunities that are available. That way I can start early and hopefully get multiple scholarships. I will also make sure that I start researching colleges to transfer to early. By doing this, I will know what my GPA needs to be and all the other prerequisites needed for specific schools. I will tell myself to study each and everyday for as long as possible. Another helpful thing would be to start studying for the MCAT as soon as possible so I will be fully prepared to take it my Junior year. All of these things would be helpful. If only it were possible to go back in time...

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have told myself not to quit. I made the mistake of not completing high school. I did get my G.E.D. about five years later. I felt as if I had let myself down and felt bad about not finishing high school. Three years later, I enrolled into community college to work towards an Associate of Science - Transfer Degree. It took me about a year to finish the pre requisites just to get to the tip of the AS-T program. I had to attend classes to work up to college level. I was working full time and attended class part time. I was paying for my classes out of pocket before my financial aid kicked in. It was very expensive, but I was determined to make up for not finishing school in the first place, and starting my life. I would tell myself that if I just finish high school and continue on from there, it would be a lot easier financially. Information would still be fresh in my head and I could just continue up the ladder.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself not to worry so much. I was sure that every decision needed to be made immediately and worried endlessly over which school to attend or what major to choose. Follow your heart and even if you make a bad decision, you won't regret it. Majors can be changed or not even declared until 90 credits have been completed at most colleges. Make friends with other people in your classes or dorm because they're just as nervous and excited to be out on their own as you are! Enjoy being a young college student while you still can. There is so much to explore, be sure to try new things and have new experiences!

Don't rush into going to getting out of High school. That you only get a certian a mount of months and time to have that fun during that last year. You don't want to rush the last year you have with people you may never see again. I would want to tell myself that the time I spent that year can't ever be found again, so love like you wont see that love again. Laugh so hard with friends that you will happily relive every moment as a happy one. Most of all remind myself that making myself happy is the one thing that matters. Share those great times, take lots of picutres to remember those times. Make life happy, spend time, love time, have time. Time is one thing not to waste before going to college. For there isn't much time after High school.

Given the opportunity to live out the scenario of meeting my high school self, many things would run through my thoughts. ?You need to study harder.? ?You need to take better notes.? As much as I would like to say this however, these pieces of advice offer very little and touch purely on the academic transition into college life. Looking at myself I would appeal to a more personal concern: you are not alone. ?Don?t assume because you are new to college life that you need to go at it alone and unsure.? With so few dependable people around it is easy to forget that there are people whom you may depend on. Teachers, counselors, and mentors from all walks of life, who want to watch you succeed. It is these dependable few that you may rely on to help you, and this transition, although difficult, will be easier if you just ask the right questions. College is about growth through knowledge, both academically and personally, and by letting fear grip you, you will lead yourself down a more difficult road. You may see no one walking beside you, but that does not mean that you must walk alone.

This is going to sound irrelevent, but it makes sense to me. Stay away from specialized schools, they can promise all kinds of stuff but the premium isnt worth the prize. I'm glad I went to Green River, you have to learn the basics, why pay a premium to cover the same subject? As for a warning, just watch yourself. If you dont keep an eye on your habbits you could very easily start to fall down the wrong path, and before you know it the quarters over, and you get to take your classes again because you didnt have the work done, or you didnt know the materials