How To Succeed in College

How To Succeed in College: Science Based Strategies for Success is aimed at helping students make the transition to college from high school. This book draws upon the latest scientific research to inform readers about the best strategies to use to succeed in college, whether the goal after college is to embark on a career or pursue graduate school.

Contents

Preparing for College

• Differences Between High School and College
• Different Colleges and Universities
• Applying and Getting In
• Should You Go To College

Academic Success

• Studying
• Taking Notes
• Classroom Behavior
• Useful Software and Technology
• Interacting with Professors

Social Success

• Friends
• Fraternities and Sororities
• Student Organizations
• Dormitories and Off Campus Housing

Health Concerns

• Physical Health
• Mental Health
• Sexual Health
• Safety and Security

Planning Ahead

• Choosing Your Major
• Finishing on Schedule
• Graduate School
• Career
• Internships

Other Useful Information

• Academic Regalia
• Financial Aid
• Benefits of College

Old Content

• Chapter 1: Guidance, Navigation, and Control
• Chapter 2: Understanding How College Works
• Chapter 3: Success Inside the Classroom
• Chapter 4: Success Outside the Classroom -- Why It's Important

Author(s)

• New primary author: --Rcragun (discuss • contribs) 22:06, 22 January 2013 (UTC)
• Original author: MLandry, who has completed one Bachelor's degree in English and is going to complete another in Mathematics.

Note

This book is currently under development as part of a course in college preparation. Content will be added to all of the above chapters by May 2012.--Rcragun (discuss • contribs) 15:53, 28 November 2011 (UTC)

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