4 Things They Don’t Tell You in High School About Surviving College
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Posted By: Anica Oaks on September 09, 2019 College is nothing like high school. While your high school teachers and counselors might try to prepare you for your future, there are certain things they might not share with you. Below are four of the things that no one tells you about surviving college—all of which you absolutely need to know in order to thrive. Academics are Only Part of the EquationWhile you likely heard a great deal about academic rigor in high school, you probably didn’t hear much about everything that goes into a successful college experience. You can and will be expected not only to balance a full load of classes but also your personal life and possibly even a job. Academics may actually be the easiest thing to which you acclimate during your early days in college. Time Management is EverythingAnother thing you might not have learned in your college prep high school is that time management is by far your most important skill. For perhaps the first time, you’re going to be able to decide exactly how to use all of your time. Getting everything done will be a challenge at first, but in time you’ll develop your own routines. Learning how to stay ahead of your assignments will be a key part of making it to graduation. Help is EverywhereYou’ve likely been told that you’ll be on your own in college, but the truth is that help is everywhere. Professors have office hours, most colleges have free tutoring, and study groups can be a major part of the college experience. Learning how and when to use that help will give you a much better chance to keep a high GPA. Your Future Isn’t Tied to ClassesFinally, it’s important to remember that your classes won’t decide your future. Instead, they’ll be part of an equation that also includes the connections you make and the work you do in college. Getting internships, spending time with professors, and becoming part of the larger community will end up being more important to your future job placement than getting in a specific class. High school can only do so much to prepare you for college. In reality, it’s your first step into a much more complicated adult world. If you’re heading to college, make sure that you go in with the right mindset and prepare for new challenges—doing so is the best way to succeed. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Anica Oaks
Freelance Writer, Freelance University of San Francisco class of 2012 Member Since November 2016 |
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