Getting down to business

You've sat through the orientation, you've heard what's expected of you, and you're ready to go.

Here are some tips that may help you make the most of your study time.

Collegeboard.com recommends that you come up with a plan to study when you are not in class. Don't leave it to chance. It's also good to develop study habits early.

College Study Tutor Guide has a 5-step plan that might interest you: survey; motivation; reading; recall; review.

The Dartmouth Academic Skills Center have a Where to Study/How to Study webpage with some great links. And here's some Study Skills Self Help from Virginia Tech.

Most of all I really liked the advice from Woman Student Online: "Everyone works best with positive reinforcements, so make sure you reward yourself for your accomplishments."

Take the advice you suits you most, then find a the nearest coffee shop, or wherever you feel comfortable, and relax. You're on the road to success!