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Don't give into the fast food and exceeding amounts of beer. EXERCISE and don't get off track of a healthy lifestyle.

If I were capable of going back in time, to offer myself advice for college and the future; I would let myself know how hard it is to choose the right college. I'd tell myself to obtain information on various options available to me early in my senior year, as well as determine what I would specifically prefer to major in. I would also tell myself to set a curriculum and adhere to a schedule that is not too demanding or too lenient. To keep a steady pace of work and to allow myself plenty of opportunities to get my assignments completed. I would also prepare myself mentally and emotionally for criticism, knowing that a major in the arts can lead to some heartbreak if not prepared for it. In short, I would give myself the tools I have attained from years of experience, as such advice would be invaluable to my college experience the first time around.

One and a half years ago I was sailing through my senior highschool year. As a current college student, I am encountering several waves in this sea of academia. Although I had taken advanced classes in math and science to prepare myself as a Mechanical Engineering major, I have found out these courses taken on college level are very indepth and even difficult. I would advise my highschool "senior self" how important it is to actually read the college textbooks, and not to rely entirely on class notes and memory. I would also advise myself to be prepared to make classroom attendance mandatory, so as not to miss out on important information and knowledge necessary to pass the quizzes and tests. Probably the best advice I would give my "senior self" would be to do college homework assignments as soon as possible, and not wait until the day before or last minute. It is easy to run out of time, get over-whelmed or even forget about it. Reading the textbooks, being serious about attendance, and to always complete the homework assignments is a summary of the advice I would have given myself one and a half years ago.

If I could give myself advice as a high school senior I would tell myself to not get ahead of myself and stay organized. I would tell myself to get envolved and stay on top of things so they don't pile up. Don't get overwhelmed and if you need help ask your Professor. I would tell myself to read my text book chapters before class and take good notes. I would tell myself to use the resources that I have available and try to stay ahead.

If I could go back to anf rely advice to myself as a high school senior preparing for college I would tell myself to stay focused on my goals. I would tell myself to get organized before hand, and always stay one step ahead in my classes. Staying one step ahead would ensure that I would not fall behind in the readings. I would let myself know that it is crucial to do all of the readings for each class, and if I struggle in a certain subject to seek help from tutors. I would also let myself know that getting good grades, focusing, determination, and dedication are the things your should cherish most because they are what drive you to be a better person.

To my High School Senior self: Enjoy your time as a young successful woman, unaware of what is ahead of you. Which includes the hard decisions of which college to go to, which major to choose, as well as the choice of what you would like to do for the rest of your life. However, even though you are unaware of these life-changing decisions, be aware that what you do in high school influences you throughout college. So, take those hard courses BUT motivate yourself to try hard, and don't procrastinate! Study hard for those college acceptance exams! Colleges not only look at your grades but look at what you do for extra-curricular. Keep involving yourself in extra-curricular activities, which may include volunteering sometimes. So, don't get too involved in your social life. Remember FOCUS on the future but do not take the present for granted.

Take the time to sit down with your counselor and discuss ?all? of your options. It?s okay to start out at a junior college and then transition into a university. And most importantly go to financial aid sessions, and apply to every scholarship you can, even though you think you may not get it.

I woudn't chance anything I considered myself a great student and I personally enjoyed my high school time

College is just another step in life, but a life-size leap for a better future. I just graduated from high school last year, and already I am classified as a junior in college so this transition is nothing new. Having that said, one thing I would have said to myself is never forget why you are in college? Getting an Education, for a Better Future is my mission. This proposal must be tattooed in your brain and never be forgotten. Never forget who you are, remember your personal values and beliefs and keep up with your character. Another idea is that I wish I could have said to myself is enjoy the time in high school. High school is definitely one of the highlights of your life and I just wish I would have cherished them more . Since I was enrolled in numerous hours of college level courses I did not really have the high school experience so that is something I regret. On other note, being away from home has made me value my family more. Last year, when I was in high school I was so anxious to leave and now I truly miss them.

Make good grades, you never know if you'll be valedictorian and get a full ride somewhere. If you're able to take AP courses, take the test too. There's always the possibility that you'll make a good enough grade and get credit (i.e. wasting less time/money with core curriculum). Have an idea for your major. Do reasearch about a college/university that specializes in that major. If you plan on astronomy, it's probably not a good idea to apply for the Mayo Clinic. Apply for as much free financial aid as possible. Scholarships, GOOD. Loans, BAD. (Working for that diploma was hard, but imagine how much harder life will be when you're $100,000+ in debt from loans.) Seriously, noone pays off their loans right after they graduate...unless you become CEO of a company after the first job interview. Get experienced! Have a job in the field of your major. Geology - work for USGS. Nurse - volunteer at a hospital. (i.e. If you've been in school studying to be a rocket scientist, NASA won't care about a resume stating all the hours you've clocked in as frycook for McDonalds.)