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Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition I would advise myself to break my bad habits of procrastination. I always get my work done but it usually takes me too long to start on it. Breaking the habit in High school, so in college I can stay on top of my work and get it done, instead of doing it at the last minute. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to apply to more than two schools. I've always had my mind set on going to Virginia State University but it wouldn't hurt to have other options. I love VSU, and I doubt If I would have gone anywhere else but by not applying to other schools I didn't have a chance to consider any other schools. Something else I would tell myself is to apply for more scholarships and grants. Stay far away from loans, they have to be paid back and they are a hassle; they should be the last solution to helping Me pay for school. These are a few things I would go back to high school and warn myself about.

I wouldn't have much to tell myself . I would say that it isn't everything that the movies portray. College life isn't partying until 5 a.m. , greeks always on the yard showcasing, sleeping in until whenever. I would have told myself don't think that i won't have to continue to expect to work hard. I would have definitely told myself to learn to become social in the very beginning and jump into the life head first. The most important decision i would have said to myself was to get more scholarships because you WILL need them.

The advice I would give myself in high school is to not be so shy and join more clubs. In college you can't come in shy because people like to talk to you and get to know you. You also can't be shy because then you would be by yourself all the time, and being in college by yourself is never any fun. I would have told myself to join more clubs in high schocol because in college there are many diffrent things you can join. If you begin to join clubs in high school then you can get a feel of what being in a club feels like.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself in high school, there would be a lot that I would have changed just by the experience of a first semester freshman. One of the biggest things I've learned and wish I would have known during my high school years is time ediquette. I was involved in a lot of extra curricular activities and really didnt understand the concept at the time of how to manage my time. If I would have known how to follow through this, I would of had much better grades and a better time schedule each day to obtain. A lot of high school peers and still to this day in college we as students have a major problem with procrastination, but with time management this won't affect putting work aside because you would have a daily schedule to obtain to fullfill you duties for that day. It is a big transition, but with knowing what I've learn, I will always set goals to achieve my education.

"It is my first day of my senior year in high school. I have been waiting for this year since middle school. Im friends with nearly everyone and all of the administration loves me. They say I have a strong drive and am a pleasure to work with. The most exciting thing about this year by far is going to be graduating and applying to colleges. I have been filling out applications left and right. I applied to many colleges that have the major Im interested in. Near the middle of the year my friends started to act different. It seems as though Im focusing so hard on trying to make it to college that my friends seem to think I am under the impression Im better then them. But like my teachers have said, I have drive and if thats what those so called friends think of me then so be it. I refuse to let anyone hold me back from my dreams." If this was me in high school then I wouldn't have much advice to give, but unfortunately thats not the way things worked for me. Don?t be afraid to be yourself and register early.

I would definitely tell myself to choose my college carefully. Also, look for more scholarships and financial aid options. Knowing how competitive college is, I would tell myself to study more and take the SAT more seriously to better my chance at the best college possible. Also, work and save as much money as possible for side items needed for college. Lastly and most important, I would tell myself to take honors and advanced placement classes to help prepare me for college.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would make sure I am enlightened about independence that accompanies college life. All too often individuals are bombarded with expectations of strenuous work. As an American you will be a student for approximately eighteen years; with that much experience you must know yourself and be aware that work is what you make of it. Speaking to myself I would put more emphasis on independence because you no longer have people checking behind you. College is an attempt to acclimate individuals to the ?real? world. It prepares individuals to become a productive citizen in today?s society. It is not a guarantee that a successful career will follow graduation, but knowledge that should make life easier. Acquiring intellect is the easiest part of becoming an undergraduate; more emphasis should be focused on the transition from dependence to independence. Last but not least stay FOCUSED.

dont rush into nothing.choose a school that fits you not just because your friends go there.

If i could go back in time i would prepare myself to study. I did not have to do much studying in high school,but college it is all about studying and doing all work. Since there is not the same number of test and quizzes in college like there is in high school, all assignments must be completed. Homework is worth more in college and there is abosolutly no class work in class just alot of note taking. More likely, there is more time to just hang out and have fun then anyone realize so there is plenty time to party and study. Make sure your grades are up before deciding to have fun. Overall, being responsibile, managing your time and do all work that is required there in no way you would fail at being a successful college student.

I would say that education is important and it doesn't matter what school you go to as long as you get a degree. There are going to be challenges but the challenges only make you a stronger and a wiser person. Don't give up on the first try and realize that there are going to be a dozen people that are going to try and hold you back but you just have to know in your heart what you want to do and then follow your heart. Also, nothing not even a sickness can hold you back. It may have taken over the majority of your life but it doesn't have to contunine too, YOU TAKE CONTROL. Even if you don't have family support, you can still accomplish anything on your own. Last but not least, whatever you can dream, can become reality.