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Some of my friends had a hard time with their college experience. For some of them, it was their financial situation. For others, it was their grades. I have never been the smartest person, but I always worked hard for the grades I got, and my family and I have never been had the best luck monetarily. So naturally, I was nervous about the upcoming year. If I could go back in time, I would remind myself that if there is a will, there is a way. Too often, people just accept the positions that they are in and do not work to make a better life for themselves. I refuse to be one of those people.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to stick to my studies and try my best to get grades that are worthy. Being involved in sports is not the only thing I should be concentrating on. Taking classes just to get by and receive a diploma is not the way to go. Planning for college by taking classes that will help me succeed as a college student is important. Looking into colleges and what types of courses they offer is a way for me to decide what degree program I want to enter; and what high school classes I should take to get ready. Study, study, study.

College life is not just about having fun. There are parties and fun activities but they cannot dominate your college career. It is vitally important that High School students understand this. College is the beginning of financial independence. To waste your money on parties and activities alone is foolish. High School students should start saving their money as soon as they can. I have known several students who have not taken money into consideration. They spent their money on frivolous things and they ended up having to drop out of college because they didn't have the money to pay for it. College is a great start to a promising future but it is hard work. Saving money and being financially smart is the first step to promising a full and fruitful college experience.

I adore college. College is a big step, one of the biggest things you will do in your life, but do not worry. It is not near as hard as I thought it would be. There is so much to be involved in and there are so many wonderful people that there is no doubt that you will find many friends. Everyone here is so caring and they do all they can to help you through whatever is happening in your life. Yes you will miss home, but that is what is great about e-mail, facebook, and telephones. This school is the perfect fit for you and yes it is hard, and those 7:30 a.m. classes start catching up to you, but there is always time for a nap later on. When you get to college, make sure you get involved. That is how you meet the amazing people that surround you and make up this community that is there for you no matter what happens.

If I were to go back to my senior year, I would tell myself to not be afraid of what college is all about. I would be more excited to learn about new people and a new campus. I would also tell myself to not be afraid to talk to others and learn about people as much as I could by becoming friends with as many people as I could, or just learning more about people. Overall, I would tell myself not to be so worried about college and go into being excited for the adventure that was to come.

I would tell myself to make friends in the beginning, because once the work starts to pile up you really value the time you get to spend with your friends. I would also tell myself to find a church to attend regularly as soon as I got to campus, because sometimes the temptation to sleep in on Sunday morning is overwhelming. Finally, I would tell myself that the first semester really does matter, and that if you start with a good GPA, it will be easier to maintain it as you progress through your college career. Put your all into everything so that when you finish, you know you did your very best, and dont regret anything.

I would tell myself that attendence is important and to go to class every single day. I would tell myself to push harder and pass every class. Also, working during the summer to make extra cash would be really helpful. A laptop would be very useful so get that before college starts and know how to use programs like blackboard and other stuff. That is what I would tell myself.

If I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would say "All the choices i'm making are impacting my life for the future. Stop messing around all those times I did and study for test's and class work, learn how to mange my time better and learn how to be independet. If I have a question ask for help even if it's the simplest thing. learn how to mange my money better and know what I do one day will impact my next day. That even when things get hard not to give up, don't look stupid or post dumb things on personal websites because people are watching. The road is going to be hard, tough but in the end it's going to be worth it. And finally becarful for the actions that happen, the way you write and way you speak for it be a habit and has high impact in your life". Thats what I will say to myself if I go back in time as a senior knowing how my college life will be.

Getting the right class for your major is really hard and choosing a college to go to is even harder when u don't know where to go. In high school, I have never try to do my bests. I alway studies at the last minute before a test or quiz. I didn't do all my homework and classwork. I just wanted to graduate from high school as fast as i can. I have thought about which college to go to but i never really choose which i want to go to. If I can go back in time, the advice i will give myself is don't be lazy, study hard, find a college you want to go, do a lot of scholarship, and don't rush through high school or you'll regret it.

If I could go back in time, and talk to myself as a senior there are a few pieces of advice I would have. The most important is to be a bit more careful with how you spend your money. There will come a time when you really need books and do not know where the money is going to come from. You may think you need that new t-shirt, but really it will only be another piece of clothing not really needed. Do not be stingy, be smart! Another piece of advice would be to not worry so much. Everything that is supposed to happen will work out in time. Be open to new possibilities and meeting new people. College will be an amazing experience, so do not stress about fitting in or finding classes. Also, remember that you are blessed. Do not take for granted the moments you get to spend with your family. Pay attention to your siblings and love on them while you can. They really do love you and will miss you as much as you will miss them. Oh, and dress warm!