Wednesday, April 30, 2014

College Students: Success Comes Through Our Strategies

By Johnathan Black


College can be a crazy place; parties, new friends, worthy causes and a lot of studying in between. Don't be overwhelmed by it all! The following article will offer you some very valuable advice that can see you through these years and right up to graduation, so pay close attention!

Don't worry about choosing your major right away. Most schools give you until your junior year to select a major, so you should take time to explore different options and figure out what you most enjoy and might want to make a career out of before you select your major.

If you worry about your ability to adjust to a college workload, then consider taking a study skills class. Even students that did extremely well in high school may have a hard time adjusting to college expectations. A study skills class will teach you how best to succeed in college courses.

A good tip if you're thinking about going to college is to get all of your general education out of the way. This means that you take your basic classes at a community college so that when you're finally at college, you're able to take good classes that are worth the money.

As a college student, you will have access to many different jobs on campus. If you do not already have a good job, you should look for a job on campus. You should choose a job that will allow you to acquire some new skills and meet some interesting people.

Student's discounts are one of the best perks of college, especially if you need to save money. Check with your student resource center or ask an adviser for a list of perks. Many local restaurants, movie theaters and bookstores offer generous discounts when you present a student ID. This allows you to save money and show school pride.

Pay your whole balance due every month for each of your credit cards. This will keep you from incurring late fees. Credit cards should only be used in certain situations. While you may wish to use it for entertainment, remember that you're at college to learn. Financial troubles can be very distracting.

As stated above, going to college is both an exiting and overwhelming time for the student and their family. For the best chance at success in applying for and attending college, it is important to take it seriously, yet enjoy the experience at the same time. Use the tips in the article above to do both.




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