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Freshmen; Here's What You Need to Know
Nearly all the college students who make it to their junior year successfully complete college.
And, a pretty high percentage of college students who complete their sophomore year return for their junior year.
Freshman year is the one that provides the biggest hurdle for most students. At some college, more than half the students who do not graduate leave between their first day on campus and what should be the first day of their sophomore year. To avoid being one of those "early leavers", pledge to follow the five rules below.
1. Don't cut classes. Missing classes is the single worst thing you can do.
2. Make a schedule for yourself and follow it religiously. Study time, study breaks, and adequate sleep time are especially important to schedule. Make adjustments as necessary, but stick to the times you set...it's good insurance against slacking.
3. Don't procrastinate. You're not in high school anymore...catching up is very hard.
4. Don't go crazy with your newly found freedom. If you drink excessively, burn the candle at both ends, and put play ahead of your assignments, your days in college will probably be numbered.
5. Get involved. Don't return to your hometown every weekend. Take part in events and activities on campus. Be open to new friendships. Join at least one student group. Be an active part of the college or university community. You'll never regret it.
The five rules above aren't very complicated. And, they shouldn't be terribly hard to follow. Yet, if everyone adhered to them, the average six year college graduation rate in the United States would probably jump from its currently disappointing 55% to the 90% plus seen at some of our most selective institutions.
About the Author Daniel Z. Kane has created highly popular websites offering information on online college degrees and online degree programs which can be earned without interrupting your career.
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