take classes you’re interested in. You’ll have to be more self-motivated than you were in high school, and that’s a lot easier if you’re learning something you care about.

– There will be alot of distractions at first, but don’t forget that you still need to study.

– Don’t get behind in your studies! It isn’t like high school where you can cram at the last minute. College classes tend to cover alot more material in between tests.

– Seek out others who want to succeed. Who you hang around with has alot to do with your success. Don’t hang around with stoners or people who want to party all the time.

– There will be alot of temptations, but try to establish a schedule for sleep, study, etc. Don’t get into the habit of doing “all-nighters”

– Try to eat a good diet. Don’t live on Raman noodles. Don’t get into the habit of eating late at night either.

– It should be a no-brainer, but don’t do drugs and limit your drinking. Don’t binge.

– Seek help if you need it. Unless you go to a small school, it isn’t likely someone will seek you out and ask if you are doing ok or not.

– Study something you enjoy and are good at. Don’t study something just because someone tells you to or you think it will bring in big money someday.