A few days ago
lazyman3010

what can i do to be a successful student in college?

what can i do to be a successful student in college?

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A few days ago
Thomas M

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What the previous respondent said, plus one more:

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.

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A few days ago
la solitudine me
I agree with all of the above. Find some time to enjoy yourself as well. Join some clubs or participate in school activities. Don’t just focus on school work 100%. You will be stressing yourself out that way if your brain only think about the textbook, exams, etc. Remember it’s something you go through for the next four years. Relax sometimes. Spend half to an hour a day doing something else like go to the gym, watch tv (if you have one in your room) or go online and surf the web like here.
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A few days ago
Anonymous
– Find a good living situation. Bad roommates and/or loud parties all the time will seriously affect your grades.

– 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.

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A few days ago
JJ
I agree with the other suggestions. I would also try to network with others who are also serious about doing well in school. Having a support network is very important. You can create study groups and get the extra support you need when you start to feel overwhelmed.
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A few days ago
Lucas B
Try not to drink too much, study and get plenty of rest. DOnt do hardcore drugs and go to class!!
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