Class scheduling has already begun for a lot of students, but as it continues there are multiple aspects we all need to consider before making that schedule permanent.

1. How early are you really able to wake up each week?

Don't kid yourself when deciding your class times for this next semester. I know a lot of us adore seeing a schedule that will get you out by noon to have the day to yourself, but before you go selecting those 8 AM classes think. Are you sure you can commit to waking up that early for your classes…. And every week? Often I even have friends that can't handle their early classes because they aren't awake enough to actually absorb the material! Just be realistic with yourself.

2. Can you balance the schedule you're setting up for yourself?

When looking at your spring semester you have to remember everything you'll be juggling. Do you have a job? Are the classes you're considering harder than normal and will require more attention? Do you have to apply to your major this semester? Is there an internship you want this coming summer? Spring may not have the football schedule, but there are many other activities that can quickly fill up your schedule so make sure you have time to take the courses you need to.

3. When do you want your days to end?

How late do you actually want to be on campus? For example, I would not be able to stand to have a class so late that at the start of class it was light outside, but by the time I got out, it was dark! But hey maybe you like the late classes! It's all preference so figure out what you are going to prefer!

4. How often do you plan on taking that trip home?

With spring comes pool days, beach trips and water slides, but without a football game to look forward to a lot of people who can easily drive home for a weekend tend to. If you are one of those people who loves going home to visit a little sibling, friends or that cute pet, maybe you should think twice about those Monday and Friday classes. Monday and Friday's classes are always a downer when you are trying to take a trip so if you can somehow get no classes for both days or even one that's a win in my book!

5. Rate my professor is necessary.

Do not be the silly student who just selects the class and professor that have the best time for your schedule. Sometimes you have to pick a worse time for a class in order to have a better professor. Weigh your options! Use rate my professor to ensure that you know about the professor before you take them. I've experienced so many situations where two friends take the same course with different teachers and one excels and the other almost flunks! It's all about the professor and who wants to pay for a class where your professor doesn't teach!

6. Ask around

Take advantage of people you have met at college. Ask people in your same major about professors they've taken or classes that cover the requirements you need. Ask the right questions and it'll benefit your schedule and give you an idea of how the next semester will go.

7. Go see your advisor

Besides rate my professor and acquaintances your advisors are the perfect tool to help you decide your schedule! Make sure to visit your advisor to ensure you are on track with your major or even help you to figure out a good class to take for a certain credit. They generally know what is required and they know what classes students succeed in more than others. Often students assume they can do it all on their own, don't be that student this is exactly what advisors are here for.

If you keep all these tips in mind, then hopefully you get the most ideal schedule you could possibly create. Also, don't forget that more classes can open up and full classes can be dropped so if there a class you can't get into, but can't live without – just keep checking for it!