The first year of college is a challenge for most students. As college is completely different from high school, most incoming freshman do not know what to wear, what classes to take, or how to manage a social life without their parents restricting their every movement.

While it may be small, cold, and dimly lit, your dorm room is your new home. Making it as warm and comfortable as possible is essential to making it through the first year. Many stores sell scaled down furniture and other organization systems specifically designed for college dorm rooms.

Scheduling classes is a new experience for incoming freshman students. Consider what the best time of day is for you to study and attend classes. Some people work better during the day and some in the evenings. Furthermore, do not schedule back-to-back classes. While this was the norm in high school, it is too intense to do in college. College classes are between 60-120 minutes long and require preparation before class. While your parents will not be called if you skip class, it is not a good idea. Skipping class will impact your grade, as you will miss critical lectures and materials presented in class.

Establish a time and place to study. If your roommate is too noisy, then study in the library. If you tend to be tired in the early morning, then study in the afternoons. Establishing a schedule will ensure your success.

College life is filled with new friends, parties and new experiences. Many students have difficulty balancing their studies and social life. Your main purpose in college is earning a degree. While the social aspect is important to moving into adulthood, it is secondary to school. If your grades fall, you will be asked to leave college and have neither a social life nor a degree.

Starting college is a milestone in every young adult’s life. Take things slow, keep everything in perspective, and don’t loose sight of the reason you are there.

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This entry was posted on Monday, October 13th, 2008 at 8:26 am.