Top 6 Tips For Preparing For College

because lets be real, applying to college is stressful

1. Don't be too stressed!

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DONT STRESS! While it might seem impossible, don't fall prey to stress. It does not help at all to be a basket case of nerves instead of focusing on the important stuff!

2. Take the ACT or SAT

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One of the most important things that you need when filling out your college applications is your ACT or SAT scores! While they are just a standardized test and not the most important thing in the world, don't put them off until the last minute!

3. Apply to FASFA and for other scholarships

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College can be an expensive thing and FASFA and scholarships are here to help! While it can seem daunting at first don't give up and always apply even if you don't think you will get any money or win the scholarship! You never know and any amount is helpful.

4. Work on study and note taking habits

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Start taking awesome notes in class and using them to study RIGHT NOW! It's great practice for when you are in college and the course material is more challenging. It's never to late to create good scholarly habits.

5. Work on your time management

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College is a balancing act between studying and class, your social life, and staying healthy through adequate sleeping and good eating habits. At first it might seem impossible, but with another prioritizing and scheduling you can become a pro at getting all three!!

6. Set life and career goals

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It is always great to set future goals for your life and career. The future career goals help you to chose a major and set a plan for what you need to do in college. And future life goals are always fun to think about! If you want to learn how to play the piano, don't give up on that life goal, keep chugging along and you will get there!