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I would take advantage of advanced placements courses because it could give you credits towards college. I would study a little harder for the ACT and SAT because with low scores some colleges or university would place you in developmental classes based on your scores. Which could put you a semester behind. If you want to attend an out-state college or university try to get as many scholarships as possible because out- state tuition is very expensive. I would have ask for help more often and asked more question on what I didn't know because there is no such thing as a dumb question.

I would attend a school that provided the most financial aid. I look back now and see that I turned down a scholarship to atend a school that was giving me almost a full ride. However, I chose a school that I truly wanted to attend based on my visit to the campus. I liked the people, the staff appeared very nice and helpful and it was in a warm climate area. I loved my first year being on campus, and the teachers were very helpful during my first year. However, now that I have been there three years, money has gotten very tight. I have had to take out student loans because my parents could not afford to pay my full tutition. I feel that the school should be providing me some sort of scholarship based on my 3.3 gpa, the fact that I have been on the Dean's list for the past two years, and the fact that I am in their honor's program. I have gone to the financial department but they have not been very helpful at all. They say that the school has no money.

I would use better judgement in time management. Juggling social activities and academics can be very overwhelming. Having a better financial knowledge would also have helped. WIth all hard work comes great rewards and making the dean's list is very rewarding. It is possible to have both a great social life and good grades, it is just a matter of discipline. Going to college makes you grow up, so embrace that and do not run from it. Being a grown up has its pros and believe it or not, life gets much better with age. So, enjoy the experiences and learn from them. Take advantages of all opportunities and it will benefit you in the long run. By asking questions, you learn more, so ask away. If you open your mind to new experiences, you will have the world at your finger tips. And last, just show up. By showing up, you are taking the first step to the rest of your life. Do not give up the opportunity of a lifetime. It will all be over before you know it, so enjoy the ride.

If I could go back in time as a high school senior I would have been sure to become more involved in comunity service projects , volunteer work, in organizations for leadership, and I would would maintain a GPA higher than 2.5. This could help because a student may gain experience to prepare them for activeness in college, qualify for more positions in orginizations, scholarships, and invite more oppurtunities.

Always prepare for success. Enjoy every step of the way. Campus life is great. Take the time to learn time management. Study hard.

The guidance I would give to myself is if I could go back in time as a high school senior, I would enlighten myself to increase my 3.67 GPA to a 4.0 in order to receive more scholarships for my school tuition. While I worked as a fast food restaurant cashier, I would have saved more money toward my emergency financial aid issues. I would also have said to attend Tennessee State University like I am now. Stay a person in charge, and never become an admirer. Admirers hang about in the background, while the person in charge shines in the front. Lastly, I would say to never settle for less and always do my best because sticking with my goals will make me very successful one day.

If I could back to senior year in high school I would primarily advise myself in the area of financial managment. I would really teach myself how to budget and manage every dime of my money as well as to take advantage of all scholarship opportunities that are available. I would also teach myself what it really means to study and get a thorough understanding of all class material as well as maximizing not only my study time but every area of my life.

I would tell myself this: "You should work hard on any and everything, because it will pay off, get involved in your surroundings, in order to be a voice for your fellow peers, take the time to research the school, go your advisor every chance you can get to keep him/her updated on your progress during your college career and ask for their help when it is needed, and stay focused on the reason(s) why you want to go to an university this is what will fuel you to be head-strong and active in getting a worthy education."

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself, "Chelsea, you have so much more potential than you know. Do not get discouraged everytime something small comes your way. Life is filled with trials and tribulations, but they will all make you a stronger and better person. Hurtful and shameful words that others say about you do not determine who you are. Don't let others make you feel like you cannot succeed because you can. Let the negative things that people say be your motivation. In the words of Eleanor Rooselvelt, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." College is the most important time of your life. This is where you set the foundation for your career. Not only are you setting the stones for your career, but you are discovering who you truly are. Keep your priorities in the right order so that you don't lose sight of your goals and what is truly important in life. Do not give in to the influence of those around you. Be your own person and stay true to yourself."

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