So whether you're starting a new semester or planning to apply for university sometime in the future, here are the most memorable responses to the thread that'll give you some food for thought. Take a look:
1.To start, improve your study skills, and realize it doesn't have to all be done on your own:
2.Make it a point to get to know your professors more:
3.Become a master at networking:
4.Realize school can actually feel like a full-time job and should be treated as such:
5.Consider going to community college first to help save some cash while you finish your general ed:
6.Make an appointment with your advisor regularly for advice on class scheduling and more:
7.Explore the extracurriculars your campus offers:
8.Learn to embrace being truly yourself:
9.Feeling extra motivated or can't pick just one thing to study? Opt to do a double major:
10.Try stepping out of your comfort zone:
11.Speed up your graduation day by taking extra units over the summer:
12.Learn how to balance your time properly:
13.Be open to switching your major if it's not working out for you:
14.Moving for school? Think of what it would be like making it your home post-grad day:
15.If traditional college isn't quite the right fit for you, apply to a trade school instead or explore other paths that may interest you more:
16.Do research on your major and what job prospects may look like once you're out of school:
17.Try to avoid distractions and remain focused as much as you can:
18.You're learning something new every day no matter if you're in or out of the classroom setting:
19.It's never too late to decide to go to college:
20.Want to know if you're in the right major? Apply for an internship for some hands-on experience:
21.Finally, understand that grades aren't the only thing that matter in college:
What would you add to this list? Let us know in the comments!