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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to be open to all opportunities that come my way in college and all other aspects of life. College is a time to improve yourself and to get to know the real you. It is where you develop the personality and work ethic that will stick with you throughout the rest of your life. Some other advice I would give myself is to be involved with as many clubs and activities as possible, both on and off campus. If you get too stressed, however, then eliminate some of the extra-curricular activities. Also, be prepared for class. Take the initiative to read the first chapter of each textbook for the first day of class. Get in the habit of setting aside time for studying no matter what your friend or roommate is doing. You are in charge of your education and what you put into it is what you will get out of it. Be a sponge and soak it all in everyday for the next four years of your life.

I would say that taking tests like the SAT more than once is very important. Also, AP classes are very important because they prepare you well for college courses. I would recommend getting a job during your last couple of years of high school and save as much money as possible for college. I would also recommend to apply for as many scholarships as you can. I would say that reading is a huge focus in college and you had better be ready for a huge increase in reading assignments. Writing papers in college is also a huge aspect that was not focused on in high school as much so definately do your very best in your english classes because i think those were the most "blown off" classes in high school when they should not have been. Also take elective classes in high school that relate to your major, kind of like the AP classes. The most important thing is to prepare yourself for a huge amount of stress and stay away from potentialy stressfull situations and drugs and alcohol because you will just go off the deep end fast. College is much harder, and faster. BE READY!

If I could go back to my senior year of high school and talk to myself I would advise myself to improve my studying skills, apply for scholarships, know what I wanted out of a university and stay focused because there will be distractions. I would improve my studying skills because in college there aren't tests every two weeks like in high school to support your grades. There are only midterms and finals depending on your teacher and if you?re not prepared for those exams you will fail. Another important thing I would do is apply for scholarships because college is expensive and if you can get any type of financial aid help it will help greatly. By knowing what you want from a university it will put you in a better position to be happy and succeed as well because you?re placed with all the tools you need in order to better yourself. Finally I would advise myself to make sure that I stay focused because with all the distractions in college it?s easy to lose focus on why you?re in school and that?s to get a education.

If I could go back in time I would adivise myself to not give up when things become hard. I would tell myself this, because during the first semester of my freshman year of college I found out that my father had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. After I found this out I was completely devistated. My father was a man that I looked up to. He was a man that never got hurt. While he was dealing with the cancer I was playing softball, and it made me feel guilty that I could not be there for him. My grades began to suffer. Later in June he passed away, and my world had been turned upside down. I began my sophmore year with no phone calls from dad asking how my first day was, or asking how softball practice was. I soon became very sad and depressed. I went home for break and saw my grades, and at that point they were not good enough for me to get into PT school. At that moment I felt my life's dream slip away. From then on I have worked my hardest at getting the grades I know I deserve.

I would strongly encourage myself to develope a much better sense of discipline and work ethic. I would also tell myself to apply myself in all areas of life, as it really really matters how much someone applies theirself so close to such a huge transition in life. Really, I would have lived my senior year in a completely different manner than what I had, but I would want high schoolers of today to learn from mine and many other college students' regrets. I would want them to actually listen to all the cliches of applying for as many scholarships as possible. Most of all, though, I would want them to listen to the wise words of the experience-hardened veterans of life: live your life to the fullest. There are so many opportunities right in front of you to live, and those are the experiences that will help you in college and later in life. I want these youths to happen to life instead of it happening to them. That's exactly what I regret everyday that I work my full-time job trying to get back into college. No drive and no plans means an undesirable future.

I would not choose my college based upon a high school relationship that was not serious. I'm happy now though that I am where I am.

I would tell myself to work harder to get scholarships. I've paid about seven thousand for this year, but I could have easily gone for free if I would have worked harder to find more scholarships. I also would have told myself how to manage my time better. College is a whole new world when it comes to time management. I've gotten really good at being able to manage my time so I can still spend time with my friends and work on weekends. I would also tell myself that I can be a very responsable adult and that there is nothing to worry about. I would also remind myself of my love for music.

The advice I would give my self if I would have to go back in time wouldn't be any different. I am very happy and proud of my famiily and I wou,dn't of done it anyother way. I am more responsiple. and happy. My dream is to continue to finish college and graduate.

I would say, "Katie, college is the biggest transition you will ever go through in life. But it is also the most fun you have had yet! There will be times you may get lonely or wonder if you came to the right place but soon you will have made some relationships with people that will last your entire life. Schoolwork will be extremely difficult at times but just know that you are never alone. There is always someone awake with you and they will provide encouragement. Have a positive attitude. You will make many friends and have the best college experience of anyone you know. Live your life!"

Going away for college is probably the best decision you could ever make. It's hard knowing where to fit in at first, but you have to remember to be yourself around everybody, even if you don't feel comfortable. The greatest thing about college is that people tend to forget any bias they held in high school, and they learn how to accept people for their differences. Now is your time to be the decision maker, so be sure to make the right ones. It is time to be held accountable for yourself, so be sure your choices are ones that you would be proud to share with your children someday. Of course, this is your time to have fun, but you need to be smart about the fun. You cannot trust everybody, and there are no redos. Be there for your friends--always. You WILL need their help someday. These friends will become the family you never knew you had, so treat them with respect, and never be afraid to be the first to apologize. This is YOUR college experience, and you will get out of it what you put in. Make it worth it.