Students drop out from college due to many of the challenges of adjusting to a new experience.   There are many solutions for the college student.

Every year thousands of students drop out of college after the first semester.  They are frustrated with poor college grades and they are ready to give up.  Your first semester doesn’t have to equal your second.  Just don’t give up.  Why? You could loss the potential to earn a million dollars more in your life time.  It has been proven that college graduates are able to live better lives because of the degree they’ve earned.  College graduates have access to better paying jobs and they are promoted to higher paying jobs more often.

The problems that students experience after their first semester are common.  Did you have problems managing your time? Did you feel unprepared for several tests?  Did you feel anxious starting a term paper?  All of these experiences are not unique.  You must recognize your problems as an opportunity to change habits that did not benefit you.  You must elevate your study habits and join or organize a study group that can help you to improve your performance.  Meet with every teacher/professor during the beginning of the semester.  Make plans to study on the weekend and don’t let friends distract you.  Consider the time you are investing like putting money in your own bank account.  If a four year college is not for you consider a community college.  Just don’t stop your dream to earn a college degree.  Here are a few more things you should do to improve your study habits:

1.         Don’t procrastinate on any of your planned study time.

2.         Say no to friends who want you to give up your study time.

3.         Write down a plan which includes items you need to bring to each  test preparation session.

4.         Be prepared to memorize and learn materials using 3 X 5 cards, review class           notes, review audio or video tapes or draw pictures to remind you of           important concepts.

5.         Organize study groups at least a month prior to final examinations.

6.         Schedule an appointment to meet with every instructor.  Have written questions    that you want to ask your instructor.

7.         Review your text book with greater detail and use a dictionary for words you        don’t understand.

8.         Use your notes and textbook to develop your own test questions and practice        responding to them.

9.         Go to the library and take out other books to supplement your study session.

10.       Eat moderately before you study to ensure that you have adequate energy to think

Remember those who fail to plan are planning to fail. After you have all of the information you need you can prepare with the confidence that you will earn one of the highest grades in your class.  Get your mind ready for an exciting second semester.  For more preparation strategies purchase Dr. Stephen Jones’ new book “Seven Secrets of How to Study” by visiting www.sevensecrets-books.com or cal (866) 544-5490.