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I would tell myself to "not be afraid of trying new things, and that you are on the right path. Just keep working hard, stay firm with your values and socialize with people who will build you up as well as those whom you have something to offer."

I would tell myself that change is a good thing, embrace all that comes your way and move with the flow. In the end it will all pay off and I will be out of debt soon if, I just go with the flow. All life is, is a BIG changing process.

A high school senior needs to develop abilities in communication and social skills. Can you easily meet new people and get along with them? If not, building these skills will enable you to introduce yourself to others and start building friendships. Having friends will ease the anxiety in college and give you someone to share your challenges with. While in high-school, getting involved in extra-curricular activities and volunteering are great ways to increase these skills. Learning to take responsibility for yourself will greatly ease your transition into college. Do you wake-up on your own, turn in all assignments on time, and ask for assistance when needed? In college you are held responsible for everything you do. No one else can get you to class on time, do your assignments, or prepare you for your future career. Transitioning to college is easier if you can effectively communicate and have great social skills. By being responsible in high school you will build experience in being in control of your life. Your success in college is totally determined by the effort you put into it to succeed. You will ease your transition into college by preparing ahead of time!

As a high school senior, I would look at what my stregnths and interest are and pray about what field of work God was directing me in. Then, I would seek guidance from God in what college I would be attend.ing In deciding on a college, I would pick three and do research by talikng with my teachers, visiting, and online reviews. After picking the top three, I would take a tour of each campus and talk with professors and students. During this time, I would work on making A's and B's and maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Furthermore, I would apply for scholarships, grants, and any other source of money to help fund my college. On campus, work study is provided to help assist in paying for college, so I would consider it an option if needed. If I had to do work study or find a job off campus, I would make a plan for classes and time for studying. Also, I would make out a plan for college in what I wanted to take each year, and then in my senior year look into doing work in my field of study.

The most important decision I made in high school was taking AP classes. Those classes prepare you for handling collgeg level courses with ease. Time management can also be learned at the high school level by getting involve with your church, school activities or a job. Going to your high school classes and returning home to be idle does not help you adjust to college life of Job, classes, and studying. Many student share stories of their large school debt that they will be facing upon graduation. I worked summers since my sophomore year in high school, and have a job at college . One thinhg iI should have added to my schedule is searching scholarships my senior year in high school to the present. I now have set one day a week to explore scholarships as another avenue to finacial aid. Another way I have tried to get financial aid is writing letters to businesses in my area asking if they have scholarship money. Lastly really look at the finacial packages the schools offer and pick a school that is affortable. Avoid loan debt that will not be attainable with the degree you have earned.

Taylor, that unlimited freedom you’re looking forward to will sometimes feel overwhelming, but it’s your passage to adulthood. With freedom comes choices, and making the right choices is the key to a successful future. Choose friends cautiously. They’ll be one of your greatest college influences. Opt for alertness in class over long nights playing X-Box. Your transcript has more power than your Call of Duty score. Drugs, alcohol, and wild parties make funny Hollywood movies, but they don’t make a college graduate. Take your time declaring a major. Even if you change your major multiple times, the only mistake is living the rest of your life with a bad decision. You not only want to be good at your career; you also want to be passionate about it 40 years from now. While parents and teachers may mean well, their dreams are not necessarily yours. It’s your career, so plot your own path. However, ask for help when you need it. Meet with a counselor when you fall behind in a subject. Reach out to family and friends when you’re discouraged or lonely. Wrap your freedom in the wisdom of those you trust.

If I could go back in time with the knowledge I have about college now, I would definitely change a couple things. The first thing that I would work on is my homework habits. I realized in my first semester of college that doing homework is more important than I thought it was. In my high school, I had a different curriculum and I never really had much homework to do so my habits need a little more tweaking. Also, I would have joined many clubs in trying to help the environment and join more competitions. I believe that just having knowledge and learning from joining clubs would help me be more social in college. Not only that, but I would have more experience in working with people which leads to being more involved in my college. Lastly, I would apply to more jobs. I have been working since my high school freshman year, but I was only working little jobs like babysitting, student aid, etc. I truly believe that starting work at a young age helps someone develop good working ethic, which is important in college and future life.

My advice to my high school self would be: "Take the opportunities that are presented to you. Life is not easy and it will only get harder. If you wish to be successful in this world, education will get you there. It may be scary at first, but you will never regret it. Don't wait until it's too late, or when college tuition becomes more expensive. Control your future by taking the right step now. You may think college is not for you; that you aren't ready for it. But it is ready for you. It is ready to open unlimited doors for you. You will meet new people from different parts of world, exchange ideas and cultures, that might even help you in the long run. No information is useless information. College life will give you a preview to your independence and a sneak peek into your future. Too many people regret not going to college to get their degrees. Don't be one of them. Take advantage of the opportunities that are banging on your door. It will be the best choice you will ever make in your teenage life."

I would tell myself to take the time and do my work right. That the effort is worth it in the future and that I can be more if I just try harder. That I need to persue my passions while I have the time and resources.

If I could go back in time and give myself advice I would have told myself to start work sooner and to open a savings account so that Paying for collage wouldn't be such a struggle. I would also have told myself to apply myself better so I could have been better prepared. But since I can't do that I'm taking this survey to hopeully get some help. :)