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When you decide on what you want to go to school for... remember that you are doing this for you. Not any job or career, you are doing this because you want to have knowledge in your field. Look at the statistics that state how many people actually use their degree in their career, not an overwhelming majority. You need to find what you are driven in and study it! And never forget that there are things that one cannot learn in school, always read between the lines and you will have real knowledge and understanding. Give every assignment your undivided attention when you are working on it. And make sure to do a little work each day, "A little work each day makes the job go away."

That job you were so excited to get? Don't be so excited. Your going to love it at first, but then your going to get extra mad at your bosses and a few of your coworkers. But hang in there; the money is good. Do not procrastinate; your going to have very little homework, but you need to get it knocked out immediately.

I had an easier transition than most into college, and I would tell my past self that I was doing a great job. I would, however, advise myself to branch out and talk to more people. Friends are one of the greatest things about college, and if I had reached out to more people, I would probably have had a better experience.

It's easy; college is what you make it. Meet as many people as you can because everyone will add something different to your life. Study hard for your exams, don't procrastinate (too much!), and go to class. It all sounds simple, but on cold winter days when you just don't want to get out of bed and your professor doesn't take attendance, trust me, it will take some extra motivation. Don't turn down any opportunities for a good time; the most important thing about college is having fun and balancing your studies at the same time, but again, it's what you make it. You don't want to be holed up in your room by yourself all the time while your friends are out having a good time - go, and create irreplaceable memories!

Well, after I slapped myself in the face I would start off by saying, ?you really should listen to what your teacher is telling you. Rather than sleeping, texting, forging your mother?s signature and whatever else you do 98 percent of the time. Also, I urge you to utilize the AP classes for your senior year instead of gym or woodshop. I might suggest that you look into duel enrolling, study for the A.C.T, and don't go out the night before. Practice note taking, organization, writing skills, people skills, and public speaking. Also start reading, it doesn't have to be boring books it can be Harry Potter, but the more you read the easier you comprehend and there is a lot of reading in college. It wouldn't be a bad idea for you to job shadow a wide variety of careers, so you have a better idea of what you might like to pursue before you start college. Visit all the colleges that interest you and ask a lot of questions while doing so. Oh, before I forget, quit arguing with the teachers, they could serve as a reference someday, treat them with respect. "

I would tell myself to look very carefully on the Advanced Placement courses I enrolled in. Those courses can make a lot of difference financially when it comes to college credits, but there is no point in taking the AP tests if I am not going to do well enough on them to recieve credit. I would also advise myself to take basic science classes in order to prepare myself for college-level science. I think it would be great to tell myself not to take high school so seriously, and to enjoy it more. Do not worry about losing your friends as you transition into college, they will stay around and you will have many more to add to the list! Remember to volunteer and get experience in your career-path, the more the better! Most importantly, don't worry! You will be fine.

I would tell myself back then to be more responsible with my money, have better study skills,always work harder then you can, and learn good time management skills.

Senior year in high school was a memory that I will never forget. I had both wonderful time and struggle time during senior year. There were so many things that I accomplished very well and so many thing that I did not do so well that still have impact me these days. If I have an opportunity to go back in time, I would give myself a big advice to study SAT and TOEFL harder so I can get in a better college. It is not that I do not like to staying in Michigan State, but I want to prove to myself and my parent that I can do so much better than what I already did. Moreover, I should have said to myself that do not stress out over the rejection letter from my top list college, go do something that I want to do during high school year (ex. party, sports, activities) because I when I get into college I might not have fun time like this anymore.

If I could go back I would tell myself to take all the hardest classes I could in high school to prepare me for Michigan State. Also I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships even if I think i am only going to a community college because you might end up somewhere big after all your hard work in that institution pays off

Study hard -- the work habits you are developing will be important in college. Besides, if you develop doog academic habits now, it will leave you more time for fun and new friends. Be open to change and don't judge others. You may find a friend or an interest or an important resource in an unexpected place. Don't be afraid to ask for help -- it's all around you, and by using the resources available to you, you can ensure that you have the best senior year -- and get ready for the best college experience -- EVER!