1. Do your Homework
College homework will either make or break your grades. I know that there are a lot of distractions like parties, hanging out with friends and having personal time, but you have to make time for homework and studying. I would recommend doing the work the night before. Trust me, I should know. I would do my homework an hour before class starts. Sometimes, the work would not get done on time or all the answers are wrong.
2. Control Your Diet
Let me explain this phenomenon to you. The weight gain during your first year of college is called the "Freshman 15". This is due to the poor diets that come with the overwhelming food choices that your college cafeteria has. You can have a little snack every once in a while, but constantly eating unhealthy food like Ramen noodles, cereals and mac and cheese can really put the weight on you. I should know, I weigh over 200 pounds due to eating foods like that and not getting enough exercise.
3. Manage stress
Most college students drop out because they tend to have high-stress levels. Stress can also contribute to weight gain. Most school campuses, I believe, do offer free counseling, but that is an assumption because I go to Wesley. Plus, you can get a cute little pet that can help lower your stress. I know Wesley does allow this, but I do not know about other schools, though. Also, stress can contribute to other health problems, like high blood pressure and heart problems.
4. Roommating
You are going to have a roommate when you live on campus. Some of you might stay with a friend, and some of you might have to bunk with complete strangers. You both should have a neat and organized system. Trust me, I have seen some of the dorms at Wesley, and oh, boy, I have seen some pretty messy rooms. You guys can get health code violations, and if there is ever an emergency it can be dangerous for you and the roommate to get out or for the people trying to get in, depending on the emergency. Also, try to get along with your roommate, you are going to spend a lot of time together.
5. Sleep
As a student, you're going to need sleep. Staying up all night to do homework is not going to cut it. Yes, there is the coffee option, but remember the Freshman 15. You should get at least eight hours of sleep, but on average students are getting six to six and a half hours of sleep. Lack of sleep is also hazarded to your health. Plus, you are not allowed to sleep in class unless you want to get kicked out during lessons. Students who get less sleep cannot function as well as those who get more. So, in conclusion, your grades can fall, and you can flunk out of school.
