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by Tom Tessin, Tom

As a student in college, it is not always easy to be successful. Everyone wishes they were a genius. Unfortunately wishes usually do not always come true, and until wishes do come true, there a few ways to help achieve greater academic success and get more out of your classes. Listed below are a few steps and suggestions to make the most out of your time and help achieve more.

The first step to help make the most out of your time is to research the course and evaluate the teacher. You should identify the three most important aspects of the course. Will it provide you with the credits you need? Is it the best time to take the class? Does it fit into your schedule? Trying to find at least a little out about the teacher and the course offerings will take you a long way.

An extremely simple step within the first few weeks of any class is studying the syllabus. The syllabus offers information regarding homework, times and/or locations of tests, grading criteria, and possibly extra credit opportunities. Simply glancing over the document will not do much for you, but writing down notes in your planner or calendar for important future dates will really help.

I also suggest taking plenty of notes and asking questions whenever you are uncertain about anything being taught. As these two suggestions seem quite rudimentary, many people fail to do so! Even if you question whether the notes you are taking will be needed, it will greatly impact your level of attention in the classroom.

Creating a study group is often an extremely helpful step in the first several weeks of any class. Choosing two or more class members to go over information, compare notes, and help teach each other will help immensely in the long run. Picking a certain day every week that works out for everyone will also ensure that the group remains intact throughout the semester's duration and will cut down on absences. Upon the creation of the group, try to share contact information so that if anything arises it will not be difficult to contact each other. Study groups are also helpful in the event of an unexpected absence. You can always make copies of notes and/or handouts that you missed in class.

Depending upon the subject you are taking, finding relating publications can help your understanding of the subject matter. Business, medicine, and science are three broad subjects that have hundreds of different sources you could look at and read to increase your comprehension of the subject at hand. Teachers will often look more highly of your work when you can cite examples or sources other than those used in class.

Success in college is not rocket science, but it can be difficult. With a few steps and use of the suggestions above, getting good grades and knowing what the teacher is talking about doesn't have to be a dream, but a reality. Remember the key to success if in your own hands.

As we all know, college isn't cheap and if you are the parents of a high school senior, you may be excited for them, but at the same time you may be dreading the choices you will have to make when it comes to selecting a college. There are so many things to consider like the schools location, tuition, room and board costs, and purchasing books for their classes. It can all be extremely overwhelming, but I have a few tips that are just in time for you and your newly christened high school senior as you prepare to make such big choices.

1) Choose wisely. Just because your child wants to get into your state's top university, doesn't necessarily mean you can afford it. Let's face it: a degree is a degree. As long as you didn't get it from some bogus website and your not planning on running for president, most job markets are just looking for someone who is qualified and who can do the work. Regardless of whether they took night classes at a community college or went to the top university. Which bring me to my next point…

2) Don't write off community college. Community colleges are really starting to expand their degree offerings and to focus more on hot careers that are readily available in the job market. They are also surprisingly affordable-once you look into a few, don't be surprised if that is the direction you decide to take.

3) Have your student do lots of research into the career they are interested in. A lot of tuition is wasted because students tend to change their major three or four times before they actually settle on something. This will require them to take extra classes, and may even cost them a couple extra semesters, which in turn cost you more money. By having them do lots of research, you are helping them know whether or not they are making the right choice for their future.

4) Fill out your FAFSA. Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid is your ticket to any school you want to attend. This form is how you qualify for student loans and PELL grants. Student loans are money you borrow and then you will have to pay back and PELL grants are free money given to you by the government that does not have to pay back. You shouldn't feel like you have to pay for school on your own. Student loans have reasonable interest rates and do not have to be paid back until your student is through with college.

5) Apply for scholarships. You should encourage your student to apply for all scholarships they think they would qualify. There is so much free money out there, and the only way your student will have a shot at it is if they apply.

6) Encourage them to make the grade. Good grades in high school and college equal more scholarship opportunities and will keep them from having to pay to re-take a class once they get to college.

7) Look for discount books. You can buy discount books online or off-site student bookstores and the books are usually cheaper than purchasing them from the campus bookstore. Just make sure you have the correct title and edition of the book.

These are all great ideas that will truly help you get the most out your student's college tuition. Don't be afraid to do lots of research and don't jump on the first school you come across that meets your criteria. You should be willing to put in the time and look into several schools to ensure that you are getting not just the right school, but the most affordable school.

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