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There would be a lot of advise I would give myself, from socially to academically. I would be a lot more outgoing my first semester with the people that were on my floor, I would also go to all my classes and even though my first semester I was not intrested in my classes I would make sure that I tried my best.

First I'd have to say ignore my English teacher and actually put effort in the English AP Exam. Despite what she said you ended up getting a 3 out of 5. If I had put effort, I would have passed. I also would have to tell myself do not pursue international politics like originally intended. Go straight to dual major in Film and English minoring in Italian pronto. Also I'd tell myself to apply to more scholarships and for the love of god stop worrying!

Research the schools you're interested in applying to by interviewing professors, and current students. If the schools don't provide this option, or the professors blow you off, that's a big indicator that you don't want to go there. Don't be biased toward smaller local schools and community colleges. Sometimes they have very qualified professionals teaching who will go above and beyond to help you unlike large, research based universities. Lastly, remember that your social life during college is almost equally important to the academic education you receive. If the school is too demanding, and doesn't allow you to have an active, positive social life, you will be missing out on personal growth, and how to network through social interactions; two keys to future success. The world doesn't need anymore over-stressed, rude, self-centered, know-it-alls who can't function positively in society. College should be fun and educational!

As a college freshman I would tell my high school self to work hard senior year. The transition from taking easy classes as a senior and not taking many credits to being in college was difficult. Everyone had told me that college is much more difficult than high school but I figured, because I did well in high school, this didn't apply to me. College is much much harder than high school and you truly have to earn your A's and study for your classes. I would also tell myself to save my money! College is expensive even if your parents help with tuition. Finally I would tell myself to spend more time with my family because now that I don't see them as often I wish I had seen them more the year before I left for college.

Don't stress out so much about choosing the right college, as long as you make good friends and become active in the college you will enjoy yourself. Okay so you get to be on your own, awesome right? For the most part it is awesome, but it also means that you have to learn time management and learn it fast. Learning to balance school work and fun is a very important and sometimes difficult aspect of college to figure out, but with practice it almost becomes second nature. You might be used to getting straight A's in high school but that's not how it works in college, don't let getting a B or even a C discourage you, just let it give you that push you need to make yourself do better. Studying is also different in college, you can't just study the night before like you did in high school, this college material takes a lot more effort to grasp the whole concepts, but it is manageable. The most important thing is to enjoy yourself, grades are important but the networking and friendships you make stay with you for life.

I would tell myself that college is going to be extremely hard and nerve-racking at times. I would also tell myself that college is definitely NOT always fun, and there are many roadblocks along the way. I would probably tell myself that people aren't always very helpful, and that I need to do for myself as much as possible. I would tell myself that financial situations in my life were going to change dramatically and that I would going to struggle. I would really need to stick up for myself to financial aid advisors to get better help. I probably would even tell myself not to be scared. College is scary, and especially some classes I'm in. I would tell myself it does not do any good to get nervous. Finally, I would tell myself to make friends and have fun but don't let people use me for help or anything else.

Go for a school that offers you the best benefits and maintains a good record. Make friends early and don't be afraid to be yourself. Get involved in college!

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself that I was going to end up in Criminal Justice. So I should choose a school who has that as a major option. Also college is not that scary. People build it up and make it sound incredible, but in reality its the same as high school only more challenging. I think I would also say "Eme, you need to pay attention and really try in high school. Because what you learn here is what carries you through your entire college career." The stuff you learned in high school is going to be one of the biggest building blocks you will use throughout your life. Going to school with other poeple isn't that scary either, none of them are going to attack you! Finally, I would say "Don't worry! You will be fine. Panicking is useless. College isn't going to transform you, but it will change you into somebody who is all the better because of it." I would also tell myself that throughout life I will look back and remember all my college memories.

The advice I would give would be to branch out, you don't have to stay close to home because different people and experiences can be a good thing. Also first live with someone and try not to get an apartment or dorm all by yourself so you are not lonely or feel like it is difficult to socialize. If you are not sure what degree you want to acomplish then explore courses in the first year that may interest you or some you wouldn't even think of taking in order to get a better idea of what degree you want to earn. Set short-term and long-term goals and most imporatnly do not procrastinate on anything!

If I had the chance to talk to myself during my senior year of high school, I would tell myself to get serious and be ready to work hard. College requires a lot of focus and concentration. As a student you need to study and review every night for every class. Learning material requires asking for help and working with your professors and teaching assitants. Don't slack off because your work will pile up and you'll never be able to catch up. Get involved with new organizations and make new friends. Don't be afraid to start a conversation with a stranger because they may become your best friend. Take your classes seriously but don't be overwhelmed. Enjoy this time you have because it will soon be gone and you want to make the best memories you can now. Have fun and get the most out of your education.