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Good Study Habits To Develop Before Going To College

admin — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000

Just like learning to ride a bike happens with training, practice and determination, so does developing proper study skills. It takes training, practice and a strong will to build a steady routine that works for you. Letâ€™s look at two key areas that lay the foundation for good study skills; time management and prioritizing.
Have you ever heard of the saying, â€œThere arenâ€™t enough hours in the dayâ€? Sometimes it feels that way. Many students maintain very busy schedules between school work, socializing and extra-curricular activities. Make every minute count by organizing your time. Whether you use technology or an old fashioned paper and pencil route, always make a daily schedule, keep a visual monthly calendar, prioritize activities, be flexible with a schedule, and avoid an overloaded schedule and making too many commitments. Proper time management leads to a calmer day and less stress.
Put things to do in order of importance, a.k.aâ€¦prioritizing. When you sit down to do homework, start by sizing up your tasks and order them accordingly. You have to choose what works best for you. For example, you may want to start with short assignments first, tackle the longer assignments second and save any projects that are due at a later date for the next homework session. It is often best to work on long term projects a little bit each homework session. Avoid beginning daily assignments simultaneously. Complete one entirely before you tackle the next.
Save the socializing until after studies. It may be tough to do, but you will more than likely enjoy the social time much better when you donâ€™t have homework and studying hanging over your head. If you work at it a little bit each day it will eventually become a habit and you will find it to be second nature. Start your study skills training now so you are ready for the college race!

How To Select Courses For Your First College Years

admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000

Starting college is one of the best things you can do to ensure your future success. However, the types of courses you choose will also influence your potential for finding success during your college years. In fact, the right courses are essential for being able to fulfill the requirements to earn your degree. When first registering for your courses, you may find it confusing to sort through the different types and levels of classes. Fortunately, there are a few simple ways to make sure that you choose the right courses during your first college years.

First, you will need to find out what courses are required for the type of degree program in which you have enrolled. Generally, there will be specific courses that everyone must take in mathematics, language arts and science. Getting these courses out of the way during your first year can help you to focus on your interests as you progress through college. It is also important to balance your courses by pairing a difficult course with one that you find easy. This can also help keep you from becoming overwhelmed during your first year. Finally, remember that most schools have advisers that will help you select your courses. This way, you will be on your way to a great first year at college.

Grants And Scholarships: Application Tips For High School Seniors

admin — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000

College is expensive. There’s no getting around that fact, and leaving school with too much debt and not enough job offers can seem like more trouble than it’s worth. So what’s a student to do? The answer lies in scholarships and grants. It may seem like a daunting task, but winning money to pay for college doesn’t have to be a pain in the neck.
First, don’t dismiss local scholarships. The awards may seem tiny, but the applicant pool is much smaller. Try applying even if you don’t quite meet all the criteria- if no one else turns in an application, smaller organizations might decide to award you the scholarship regardless.
Second, make sure you spend some time on your essay. Don’t write sob stories, and try to think outside the box. Everyone writes about their pet, a death of someone close to them, and bonding moments. Essays about off-the-wall topics get noticed, and applications that get noticed get accepted.
Finally, don’t make stupid mistakes. Check your spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Have your English teacher go over your application before you mail it in. Don’t make up words, like “alot” or “irregardless”. A little extra care pays off.

How To Choose A College Major

admin — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Some people work out what they want to do with their lives by the time they are five. For the rest of us, choosing a college major can be a challenge. Some people spend two or three years in college trying to decide. The numerous choices out there can be overwhelming at best. Making a decision can take time, thought, and advice. Consider these three things.

1. What are you good at? There is no point in trying to be an art major if you have no talent for drawing.

2. What do you enjoy? Pursuing a major you hate just because your parents or career adviser think it is what you should do is a recipe for a low GPA.

3. What are your long term goals? If you want to be in management, you will need to study business. Alternatively, no matter how much you love history, it is a poor choice of major unless you want to teach.

The trick is to balance these three things. Studying something you hate because it would make you money is not a good choice, but neither is doing what you love and ending up flipping burgers. If you look hard enough, though, you should be able to find a course of study that satisfies all three.

How To Find The Best Deals On College Books

admin — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

College textbooks can be costly; therefore, purchasing slightly-used books may be less painful. Many students will resell their textbooks to the college, which in turn sells them back to you at a discounted price. Check to see if your campus bookstore has used textbooks available, applicable to your needs.

Perhaps someone you know has taken the same college course you are going to take; they may be willing to sell you their textbook or know of someone who would. Also, current high school students may take College Prep courses. Find out if anyone in your school has taken the same course(s) you are planning to, and see if they’d sell you their books. The high school office may be able to give you some leads as well.

There are websites that sell used textbooks, but may charge shipping. A word of caution, when purchasing books from sources other than the college campus bookstore, be sure the books are current editions, applicable to your college course(s). Correlate the ISBN numbers, titles, authors, publication dates, course code numbers, etc., from the books at the college to the one’s you are intending to buy, to be sure you are getting the correct curriculum.

University Housing: Obtaining A Residence In Competitive College Markets

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

One of the most important things to consider after deciding on a college or university is housing. There are really two main options when considering housing: on-campus or off-campus? Both have their advantages and disadvantages.

On-campus housing

Most universities will offer on-campus housing in the form of dorms or college apartments. Those students who choose to go through the Greek rushing system may also end up living in a fraternity or sorority house after their first semester. On-campus living provides the student close proximity to their classes, a constant and close connection to their new social environment and often times, an accompanying meal plan at the school cafeterias and cafes. Because of the convenience provided, on-campus housing is sometimes a more expensive option than looking for independent housing. Also, the student may have to deal with less-than-stellar accommodations (depending on the particular building), shared bathrooms and, of course, a potentially bad roommate.

Off-campus housing

There are two major drawbacks of choosing to live in an apartment or house off-campus. For one, the student will likely have to drive in to campus and pay for parking. And finding housing independent of the university sometimes takes more work. However, it is possible to find a living arrangement that will end up being cheaper in rent than living in a dorm. Being actively social may also be a little bit more difficult if living off-campus because the student, when home, will not always be on campus when social activities or gatherings take place.

In order to find the best housing for you, compare costs and conveniences. It is also a very good idea to ask current students their opinions. You will be able to learn which dorms and nearby apartments have the best reputations and are favored among students.

What you NEED for your dorm

admin — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

You may be used to living at mom and dad’s and using their Satellite Star Internet and having your laundry done for you but your world is about to change! If you’re going off to college soon you’ve got to get the following for your dorm
A Laundry Bag: preferably monogrammed, if you can. It’s essential for carrying stuff up and down the stairs and you’ll want it if you ever want to haul a load to mom and dad’s to get some of your stuff done for you.
A Mini Fridge: You’ll want to keep all kinds of sodas in your room but what about milk for cereal or mayo and sandwich meat? There’s nothing wrong with having some snacks on hand for when the dining hall’s closed or you just don’t feel like walking.
A Laptop: if your parents want you to use the old PC, push back. You need a laptop to take to class and it will be much easier to use it in your dorm room, too.
A Futon: you’re going to have guests, from other colleges, from other dormsit will happen. Make sure you’ve got somewhere for them to sleep!

Top Universities For Obtaining A Medical Education

admin — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Earning a medical degree is a dream for many people and choosing the right school is one of the first steps that a person can take to achieve that dream. It is important to note that getting into any medical school will be extremely difficult. Admissions officers are looking for the cream of the crop, so it is best to get into the habit of studying and making good grades early on. There are five universities in the United States that have been ranked as being one of the best medical schools. Those five universities are Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, John Hopkins University, Washington University in St. Louis and Stanford.

Harvard University is located in Boston Massachussets and has approximately 725 students enrolled. University of Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania and has a total of 608 students enrolled. John Hopkins University is located in Baltimore, Maryland and has a total of 463 medical students. Washington University in St. Louis has 493 students enrolled. Stanford University is located in Stanford, California and has 456 students there that are studying medicine. Those schools are the most competitive and expensive medical schools, but a student will be able to get the best education at one of them.

Grants And Scholarships: Finding Financial Resources For Attending College

admin — Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The decision to attend college can be a costly one. There are many sources to find money for college if you know where to look. College may be one of the best investments you make in your life, so make finding financial aid a priority.

The first step on obtaining money is to fill out an application for Federal Money. Even if you don’t think you will qualify for Federal money, it is always good to try. You can always accept or deny anything once it is awarded. A good number of middle class citizens do not get enough money to finance their education and they must look further, into more private options.

A simple google search on scholarships will bring numerous results. Many companies offer scholarships based on an essay that the applicant will submit. Be careful, do not send any money to anyone. If a site wants you to pay for the use of their scholarship search, it is a fraud. There are many legitimite sites that are free for all to use. Apply for as many of these scholarships as you are eligible for because you can’t get them if you do not try. Remember, there is a lot of money out there so search for it and be on your way to an exciting life in college.

Colleges And Universities: Tips For Finding The Right School

admin — Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

This is it, it’s time to start researching colleges. You go to the guidance office and look at the wall of university and college view-books. With thousands of schools to choose from, how do you pick out the right one for you?

The first step is to make a list. What do you want to study? How competitive are your test scores and grades? Do you like fields, towns or big cities? Are you dreaming of a small college where you know everyone, a huge traditional university or something in between? How much can you afford to pay each year, and what kind of aid do you want? Once you know what you want the real work starts.Get more information here. http://www.education.com/reference/article/college-search-guidance-counselors/

Look for schools that match as many items on your list as possible. Your school’s college or guidance counselor is a great person to ask for school suggestions, and so are your parents. When you have a list of 15 or 20 schools, start sifting. Schools that might have sounded perfect might not be, with more research. Try to visit a couple of schools. Most colleges and universities offer weekend visits, or allow applicants to sit in on classes.

Once you’ve cut down your list to about five to eight schools, send off your applications and hope for the best. Don’t worry, though, because if your school is all wrong for you, you can always transfer.