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college and high school is totally different , colllege is for matured people, if you not matured you cannot survive. College is a great opportunity, so much freedom but you have to make good use of it. No one is going is going to tell what to do, u will be on your own. You decide whether you will go to class or not , any bad decision you take, will come back to hunt you so take time and take your decsions wisely instance your friends, find the one who is matured because he/she will keep out of trouble. Just learn hard and have some fun.

Study for all of your classes a lot harder even if they are easier courses. Do not slack off in any areas of your studies especially the easy classes that you are taking to get you by. Do not assume that college is a way out of your parent's discipline or a way to party all night long. College is the beginning of the rest of your life. Do not let anyone tell you that you can't do something, or that you aren't good enough to be whatever it is you want to become. Remember that you shouldn't give up because you can do anything that you want to do with your life if you set your mind to it. Be motivated and confident. Keep an opened mind and explore the possibilities of what majors interest you. Make friends with people within your major that have experience, advice,notes and books that you could borrow. Always look at different places for book prices that you need for class, the book store charges too much. College is an experience that will change all areas of your life. What path you choose to go down is YOUR choice.

Take your time in deciding what college is right for you. There are so many options out there and research is a great tool to make the right decision. Also, do not pressure yourself on deciding what exactly you want to do for the rest of your life. Sometimes being so young you think you know what you want, but in reality there are so many choices out there it is important not to limit yourself. In order to be successful, you must be happy. Make your decisions on your own thoughts and feelings and not those of others. Be happy with yourself, and in the end you will succeed.

After completing my first semester of college, I wish I could go back and give myself some advice. To start, I would've taken college credit courses in high school. I now realize the impact they have and how beneficial they are, not to mention that they're practically free! I also would?ve considered my class schedule before choosing my dorm. I live on the opposite side of town of my classes, so transportation is more of a hassle than it should be. The only other major advice I would give myself is to concentrate more on scholarships and financial aid. I'm paying my way through school, so money has always been an issue. No matter how big my dream is to become an interior designer, I can?t get there if I don?t have the funds for school. Right now, I feel as though I?m not going to be able to accomplish that dream because after one year of school, I already have an empty bank account. I've worked extremely hard since I was 16 to prevent this, but it turns out that a job isn?t enough to get me through college.

I'd tell myself that going to community college was a great idea. I'd also tell myself that your mom is right that college and high school are very different. Just because I didnt have a lot of friends in high school wouldnt matter because I'd meet a ton of new people at college, people just like yourself. College will be great because they have a lot more resources to help you than you think. Just don't miss out.

I would have made it a point to study the things that truly interested me. I recently changed my major from a science-based major to an art major because that is what I am truly passionate about. I think I would have also made it a point to be more involved in my campus. In the past year I have become much more involved with clubs/organizations and have developed new interests and met new people. I would have made it a point not to stress too much about classes. It is very important to me to learn as much as possible and make good grades, but it is very possible to make good grades and make time for fun and friends. During college you make lifelong connections with teachers and friends and gain valuable experience in your field. Communicating with and getting to know your teachers is one of the most beneficial things you can do in college. Lastly, I would not be afraid to be myself. I bring my own unique perspective to things and just as I value other's perspectives, I should not be shy about (respectfully) sharing my own.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior, there are a few little pieces of advice I would give myself about college life and making the transition. First of all, I would tell myself to make sure I knew what I wanted to study. This would save a huge amount of time and frustration. Secondly, I would tell myself to be sure to have fun once in a while. The phrase "all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" was repeated to me a number of times throughout my first year of college. Thirdly, I would tell myself to make sure I kept in touch with friends and family back home. When things get stressful at school and you want to talk about something other than tests and assignments, it is incredibly refreshing to talk to a friend from home. Finally, I would tell myself not to worry about meeting new people and transitioning smoothly into college life. I have made many amazing friends that have helped me through the transition of becoming a college student. If I knew then what I know now, things would have gone incredibly smooth!

I would have given myself the advice to become better at studying. If you can become a great studier, then you will do very well in your classes.

If I could go back and talk to myself in my final year of high school, I would tell myself to start having more fun and not let anyone take fun away from me. I also would tell myself to fill out more scholarship applications even if there isn't a huge chance I'll receive any of them, there is still a chance. I also would have invested more time in improving myself instead of my social life, now that It has been almost two years since we graduated those who I invested so much time becoming "friends" with, have all gone different directions and lost all ties with one another. Overall I have no regrets from high school, I just believe there is ALWAYS room for improvement.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior to tell myself what to prepare for, it would be interesting to say the least. My time that I have spent thus far at West Virginia University have changed who I am as a person. When I first got here, I was the first one in my family to attend college and I really was on my own. I had to grow up very fast and learn how to be on my own. I would probably tell my high school self to get ready for more of a grown up lifestyle. That you are about to be on your own without mom and dad there to help you along the way. It doesn't really start out as a smooth transition but it does make it in the long run. College life is way more than they tell you in high school, so don't fall for everything that they tell you. Basically I would tell myself to get ready for one of the best adventures of your life cause its going to be an eye opener. Ands it all for the best!