Allow time just to think or do something relaxing in between hours of study. Don't try to "cram it all in" at one time; allow your mind to rest so you can remember the information you need to know. For example, if you have studied for one hour, allow yourself 10 to 15 minutes to stretch, have a snack, etc. It isn't advisable to watch television or talk on the telephone during your resting break. It's up to you to decide if you want just a college degree or if you truly want a college education.



Don't forget to make time for ample sleep. Enough sleep will enable you to be alert for your classes. Time management is hard at first, but once you learn to set your priorities, there will be less stress and strain on you.

No One Knows Everything

Don't be afraid to ask for help when studying. Your roommate, other friends, and tutors in the subject will more than likely be happy to help with studying, reading, note taking, outlining, etc. Asking for help doesn't mean that you're stupid, but that you're smart enough to find out what you need to know for your class.

Question Yourself

Everybody has thinking skills, but few use them effectively. Effective thinking skills cannot be studied, but must be built up over a period of time. Good thinkers see possibilities where others see only dead-ends. If you're not a good thinker, start now by developing habits that make you Ask yourself Questions as you read. Talk to other students who you feel are good thinkers. Ask them what it is they do when they think critically or creatively. Often times, you can pick up valuable insights to help you become a better thinker.