I'm currently about to finish my junior year at The University of Utah. With my last final underway, I thought I'd share some ways on how I've managed to get great grades on all my finals throughout the years.
First and foremost, I must warn you that all the stress will be worth it. You can scream as much as you like, but it won't help. It may seem as though there's no light at the end of this tunnel, but I'm here to tell you that there is. I promise.
I may or may not have had my moments though.
First and foremost, I must warn you that all the stress will be worth it. You can scream as much as you like, but it won't help. It may seem as though there's no light at the end of this tunnel, but I'm here to tell you that there is. I promise.
I may or may not have had my moments though.
The first step is to stay organized! Don't make your life more stressful than it needs to be. I suggest having a planner and keeping notes in different folders for each class. Rather than writing my notes for each class, I type mine. I've found that my notes have better quality this way because I can type faster than write, and I typically don't want to listen to a lecture again so my recordings go to waste. I have all my notes in separate folders on my laptop's desktop where I have even more folders to distinguish sections of the class. Can you tell I love folders?
I've also learned that rewriting my notes helps me memorize easier. Handwriting my notes on index cards help me create my own studying tool because I'm reading over my typed notes, writing them, and I have flashcards once I'm done. They're cheap, quick, and an easy way to pave your way to an A grade. Just be sure to only include the key points on each flashcard that will trigger details about the subject. By refraining to write detailed notes on index cards, you will find that you are subconsciously asking your brain to add on to what is on the card.
I'm basically an index card hoarder because they are my lifeline come exams.
I'm basically an index card hoarder because they are my lifeline come exams.
When I was a freshman, I took a class that was all about how to succeed in college. One of the biggest things I remember about that course was that it's critical to block out time for studying. I will block out a specific amount of time in my day, whether it is only ten minutes or an hour, and dedicate it to one of my classes. If I have a break between classes, I have a set dedication to study for a specific class. It's all about commitment. Once you've committed to yourself that you will always study for your math class at 3 o'clock on Wednesdays, studying will become a breeze.
I always, always, always work on what is due first. I think that most students find that several tests at the same time becomes overwhelming. It's important to stay focused on timelines and by finishing work that is due first, you'll find yourself to become less stressed and becoming more successful. Once you're done with the first exam or project that's due, you can move on to the next and so on.
While doing all of these things, it's important to remember to get a good night's rest, and to eat healthy. It's easier to become sick when you're stressed so by being well-rested you will make yourself less prone to illnesses.
What are your studying techniques? Are you a procrastinator who can't imagine following my tips? Let me know in the comments below and follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest so we can be friends!
I always, always, always work on what is due first. I think that most students find that several tests at the same time becomes overwhelming. It's important to stay focused on timelines and by finishing work that is due first, you'll find yourself to become less stressed and becoming more successful. Once you're done with the first exam or project that's due, you can move on to the next and so on.
While doing all of these things, it's important to remember to get a good night's rest, and to eat healthy. It's easier to become sick when you're stressed so by being well-rested you will make yourself less prone to illnesses.
What are your studying techniques? Are you a procrastinator who can't imagine following my tips? Let me know in the comments below and follow me on Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest so we can be friends!