10 Tips for Academic Success

  1. Attend and be prepared for class everyday.
  2. Get to know your instructor, his/her expectations, and go to see them during their office hours.
  3. Determine your best time of day and schedule it for study time.
  4. Don’t cram for exams; study everyday.
  5. Get to know your classmates, join a study group and get involved in student organizations and activities.
  6. Spend time in the library and visit it online for a wealth of resources to help you writing a research paper, studying, test taking and staying healthy.
  7. Set goals and write down a plan of action to reach them.
  8. Keep a daily "to do" list, prioritize and begin completing the most important things first.
  9. Accept and learn from your mistakes.
  10. Reward your success.