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Thinking back to my senior year of high school there are many things I would do differently based on the things I know now. First I would tell myself not to stress so much over finding the perfect college because each university has something great to offer. Secondly, I would tell myself to take a tour of every campus before I sign up for dorms. I submitted my housing application and paid the enrollment fees before I took a tour of the campus then found out it wasn't right for me. Thirdly, I would tell myself that more freedom and more responsibility are coming so enjoy the lack of responsibility in high school and look forward to the freedom.

I would tell my past self to go out there and meet the new and exciting people at the university. Don't be this shy girl you were during your high school years, but rather let your personality shine before you so that others may see. You have much to offer and with that alone, you will succeed in your passage to college life.

If i went back in time I would let myself know that college is tuff. It is not like high school and I better start learning how to study. There is no TAKS in college but there is alot of quizzes and exams. It is a great experience and you are lucky to make such a good choice in education and in school. Always go to class with a positive attitude and get much sleep because it is important. Be prepared to be independent because mom and dad wont be here to hold your hand. Also, get involved in community service because it is needed and be open to everyone. Don't hold yourself back from asking questions or answering them. College is great as long as you put effort into it and it goes by really fast so don't get caught up in anything that is not important. Tutoring is also somethin you should look into. It helps alot with a subject that you may be struggling in and make a buddy in each class that way if you miss a class for some reason or don't understand what your learning they can help you out.

If I could go back in time I would tell myself to work harder and to be a pushover and tell people how I feel. I did work hard in high school, but I could have done a lot better. Now that my brother is a junior in high school I tell him everyday that he needs to work hard in order to be proud of himself and get his first choice school. Even though I did not get my first choice I am glad I am here, but even with a higher GPA I think I would have ended up here one way or another because I love the small classes especially being an undergraduate and I love being able to have one on one time with my professors. I do not think I could do that at a Texas Public Univerisity.

If I could go back in time to my senior year I would tell my self to fill out finatial aid early and apply for scholarships, and dont slcak off. It will make your life easier. I would tell my self to fill it out sooner so that i would be able to recive more money from the state insteade of waiting untill the last minute to do it and getting the bare minnium amount of money. I would also tell myself to fill out scholarships so that I wouldn't have had to take out so many loans to pay for college. Lastly, i would tell myself not to slack off because I almot was not able to go to college because i faild one class that i needed. Luckly i took a cbe and passed but i would be $64 richer if i didnt need to do that.

Do not dwell in the now, but think of the future you could have. Do not think or stress about your current hurdles and obstacles but use them as leverage. Do not run away from problems, but embrace them and learn how to deal with them. Do not be discouraged that no one in your family has attended college but use that as motivation to set an example for others. Do not be afraid, but be courageous.

High was a time in which I developed study habits, time management, and appreciation for the people in my life. If I were able to have insight to what that transition from high school to college life was like I would definatly tell myself to be ready for change and don't be afraid of what it brings. It is important to take chances and go after your goals. I would tell myself that although things will not always go the way I may like, don't get discouraged, or give up. It is a totally different world, college. A world of fast pace, new opportunities, great independance; it is an exciting place. I would tell myself not to hold back, stay focused, and enjoy the ride.

If I was given the opportunity to go back in time and talk to myself about college, I would be telling myself lot of helpful advice. One of the first things that I would tell myself and strongly advise is to apply to scholarships no matter how much it is because it will add up. I only applied to a few scholarships and one only two, when I could have applied myself to do more to increase my chance to get more aid. Especially now that I am going to a private school, those scholarships could have came in handy. Another thing I would tell myself is to try and apply to other colleges and open up my choices. I never got the chance to know if any other college would offer me more money or give me a full ride. Even though I got a scholarship from this school, it still isn't enough to cover the bill. Finally I would tell myself not to change my studying ways and to keep school as my number one priority. It may be a little more challenging but it will be all worth it in the end.

I would tell myself to spend more time looking for scholarships, and be better prepared financially.

My senior year was not a typical senior year. First off, I was a junior graduating early. Second, I was going to become a teenage mother. I did not get to experience the normal senior year as most do. If I could go back in time and give myself some advice, the first thing I would tell my self is to pay more attention in class. They teach us things for a reason and the better we understand it, the better we will do in college. Sometimes it is easier just to memorize things in high school. But if I would have taken the time to really understand it I would still know the material now. Another thing I would tell myself is to focus on getting as many scholarships as possible because college is expensive! College is a time of learning and experiencing new things that cannot be forwarned.