Starting college is a scary time—you aren't quite sure what to expect, and you definitely don't know how you're going to adjust. Wouldn't it be nice to get a few tips from someone who has been in your shoes? Well, here is some advice for making it through your first year of college.
1. Buy your books after your first week of classes!
I made the mistake of buying my books before I even moved into my dorm. I spent way too much money and only ended up using one of my books. Just wait and see what the professor says before you spend a fortune!
2. Use your meal plan!
You may get tired of the dorm food, but you're 100 percent going to regret ordering pizza every night when you're out of cash! Take advantage of the meals you've already paid for!
3. Meet new people.
College is a great time to start fresh and make new memories with new people. Yes, you can still hang out with your high school friends, but don't be cliquey, no one likes that!
4. Don't go home every weekend.
You're going to miss out on things happening on campus and might even feel disconnected. The weekends are fun to get to know your new friends and attend different school events!
5. Study and make an effort.
Your starting GPA is so important. You may think you have time to bring that first semester freshman year GPA up, but in reality, it's really difficult to get a great GPA if you started out horribly.
6. Get to know your professors and go to office hours.
If you get to know your professors, you will have an easier time in the class. Not only will your questions be answered, but they will know that you made an effort in their class. They might even be willing to give you that extra point for an A! Plus, it's just good to have connections on campus.
7. Take care of yourself.
As much as you need to study, you also need to eat and sleep. Make time for both of these or you're guaranteed to struggle.
8. Don't wish your college experience away.
As much as we're all tired of school, you can never come back to this time in your life. Enjoy it, take every bit of it in, and make memories. You will look back and appreciate that you did.
