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If could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I'd tell myself that taking AP tests would help tremendously. I took several AP classes in high school but didn't have the money to pay for the tests. I would definitely tell myself to find a way to take those tests because it does save so much time to already have passed AP tests under your belt. If I would've taken those tests, I could've possibly saved myself an entire semester of classes.

I would tell myself that being an anxious mess over going to college is not worth it.

Apply for scholaships ahead of time, and do your homework. Do what you can to keep your GPA up, as well as remember to not miss ANY deadlines. Deadlines are the most important, because you can never go back. Apply to the colleges and universities you want to attend before that deadline. Prioritize your education, not your friends (of any kind).

If I could go back in time to my senior year of high school I would probably tell myself to do a lot more. I would tell myself to apply for more scholarships and to never give up no matter how hard or confusing things get. I would let myself know that things will get tough but it will be worth it in the end. I would also tell myself not to freak out so much because college is not as hard as some people say it is. Just stay up with your work and try not to procrastinate. Procrastinating just causes unneeded stress that you dont need in this part of your life. I would tell myself to do my best and things will fall into place eventually. Just keep going.

If I were to go back to my senior self in high school, I would literally do nothing. Because of the choices I made in high school, I am progressing well in college. I think the only thing I would tell myself not to do was have a boyfriend and get those grades up because colleges really do look at grades and gpa. My gpa in high school was average to below average and all the scholarships and things I wanted to apply for before going to college, required good grades and a 3.0 to 3.5 gpa. I wish I had focused more because then I would be stressing as much right now. Another thing I would tell myself is to NOT sign up for the Cal Grant because I learned that the grant is not even worth using at a community college. Not only was I upset hearing about that, but now I will have less of my Cal Grant to use when I transfer to a 4 year.

Everyday, I look in the mirror wondering if I could have done something different in my life. Having to leave a university because of money problems was a bad feeling enough. The times that I want to say to my high school senior self would be more motivating than anything that I have ever heard before. The first piece that I would say to my younger self is to not be a fool. It sounds great that you want to go to a university directly out of high school, but if you can see what your life looks like right now, you will see that it is probably the worst decision you have ever made. Because of the money that you lazily neglected to search for, you are now in a community college and are way behind in your work. Everyday you hear your friends talking about how great their universities are and how great college life is. Even though your family says everything will work out, you still beat yourself up everyday because of that one decision. You really should have started at a community college first and finished at least your associate's degree first.

If I had this opportunity I would give myself quite a bit of advice, but these two would be the most influential. My first advice would be towards applying to colleges. It would be not to hold back and be afraid of the outcome or the future. Also, to think of it as a new adventure. I'd give myself this advice because I held off applying for the main college that I wanted and I didn't get in because I waited too long to submit my application. It is one of my biggest regrets in life, but you can only move forward. My second piece of advice would be, even if you lose one dream, don't stop dreaming! Dreams change, life changes, and a person does change. After everything changes, life goes on. It doesn't stop, no matter how horrible things get. Continue on and see what life has in store, it just might be a surprise. It was for me, I never thought two years ago of even considering be a Baker. Five months from now I will be working towards that and I can't wait.

Well, first off I would have to go back and tell myself as a sophorme in high school to stay in high school. Second, I would tell myself that college is so much easier. All the cliches that were in high school are not there. Being in college is going to help you improve yourself. Furthing your education in college will help you get all those things you want out of life like your nice car, that big nice house you always dreamed about, going on nice vactions, and most of all the knowledge that you need to suceed in the career that you choose. If you have the chance to go to college and you dont that would be the bestest mistake of your life!

As a senior in high school, it is vital to keep your head in the game. You are allowed some fun, but absolutely no room to slack off on school. With your extra time, get a job and save up! This will be tremendously helpful when you're in college. You can use the money toward books and college supplies. Also, think about your future and what you might like to pursue as a college major and possible careers. This will help gear you in the right direction when choosing classes and extracuriccular activities. Don't think of your next step to a community college as a step down or a relaxation period. You're grades and dedication is just as important there as it is in high school. Again, maintain a job and keep up your grades upon transfering. Think of your two years at Delta College as a mid-step and it is helping you save money so you can transfer to a university of your choice. Delta College is a strong choice on your part so remain focused and determined. You'll do just fine.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a High School Student I would have told myself many things I did not realize before. I would tell myself that in High School everything is given to us without a problem and without a cost and that I must take advantage of that. I would tell myself the classes, assignments, and teachers are a lot easier to deal with than in college, and for that I must excel in everything. I would also tell myself that the change from being a High School student to becoming a College student is very drastic and I would have to start prepairing myself for the changes that were to come. To start a savings account to help pay for my expenses and possibly begin the search for a job. If i was able to talk to myself knowing the things I know now, my college life would be a lot easier, therefore if I come across the opportunity to talk to a High School student and tell them everything I just mentioned I would do it without a doubt.