Tackling college this semester? Here's how to get off on the right foot.
College has been a crazy experience. It has been a lot of late nights of studying and debauchery these past two years. This is my third year coming back, and my sanity has been tested year after year. Luckily, I have always managed to come out of it sane.
I have failed and dropped out of classes during this, my undergraduate career.
I am not an expert, but I feel that I am experienced enough to give some tips to young students that are coming into college for the first time or coming back. College will be the best experience anyone will have, but it will challenge you too. If you don’t focus and get your act together, you will not make it.
1. Get your paperwork in order!
Whether it is forms for your financial aid or immunizations, keep track of those forms and submit them in a timely manner.
I’m one of those students that has turned everything in last minute, and it’s not ideal. I have also seen students lose scholarships when they get lazy with their paperwork.
Do all of this in the beginning of the summer or right after you apply. After it’s done, you can enjoy the rest of your summer or focus on any summer classes you may have.
If that is not possible, don’t wait until the last minute. Manage your time accordingly.
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