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THE ROAD TO YOUR FUTURE
Jen Smith
Why Attend College?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau a college graduate with a Bachelors degree earns almost one million more dollars over their lifetime versus a high school graduate.
Transitioning from High School to College
Most high school students are not adequately prepared to pursue their post secondary education endeavors. This pamphlet will provide you will the necessary information to be successful in your educational career.
More Responsibilities
As a college student you will receive a lot more responsibilities. You are in charge of your own education.
You are in the drivers seat on the road to
your future!
Scheduling
Your course load will depend on your program, major and degree requirements.
You make your decide on your own course schedule. You will have an advisor to assist you but it will be your responsibility.
You need to take 12 or more credits per semester to be a
full –time student.
The Learning Environment
Your teachers are no longer Mr. or Mrs. . Your new teachers will most likely to be addressed as “Professor” or “”Doctor”.
Your class sizes will be much bigger. The average college class has 50-100 students and will be in lecture form.
You will be required to take notes!
The Learning Environment
Ask Questions!
You will be expected to participate in every class! Participation is often time a large part of your grade.
It will be on you to attend class. Attendance may not always be required. And professors may not take roll.
The Learning Environment
There will be more team/group assignments
and presentations.
There will be more reading and fewer exams. One course may have 2-3
throughout the semester. Each exam will have large
amounts of material.
You may not be reminded of due dates and exam
dates.
The Learning Environment
Professors will NOT tolerate interrupting or talking in
class.
You will be expected to spend 2-3 hours of studying for every one hour of class.
You will receive few homework assignments. They might not be checked or graded but you will still be responsible for the
content.
HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE
Classes meet about an hour a
day for 180 days a year
Classes meet about 3 hours a
week for 15 weeks
In class = 180 hours In class = 45 hours
DIFFERENCE = 135 HOURS PER CLASS IN WHICH YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN LEARNING!
Day-to-Day Life
You will spend less time in class everyday. You will only have some classes 1,2 or 3 times a week.
You might have late night classes.
You may not have back to back classes. You will have hours in-between.
Day-to-Day Life
This will be the first time you will be living on your own.
You might have a job.
You will learn to manage your own finances.
College is expensive.
Roommates
Adapting to life with a roommate/s.
Sharing small space.
Keep you company. You immediately become friends and
each others support system.
Roommates
Communicate with roommate/roommates.
Makes Compromises!Make rules and
agreements early on. Respect each others
spaces.
The Balancing Act
The key to success in college is finding the perfect balance between your academics and your social life.
The Dreaded Freshman Fifteen!
In college cafeterias there are a vide variety of foods to choose from. Some healthy, others not so healthy.
Nutrition Tips
Eat a balanced diet
Limit saturated fat
Eat more fruits, vegetables, and grains
Nutrition Tips
Avoid late night snacks Exercise and stay active
Transition Challenges
• Time Management
• Procrastination
• Note Taking Skills
• Motivation
• Test Anxiety
• Comprehension Issues
College Orientation
Every college may be different but they provide orientation specific to their programs.
Orientation helps you:
• Tour campus
• Bond with classmates
• Explore clubs and organizations
• Makes the transition easier
• Makes you feel comfortable
• Program and degree requirements
Additional Tips
Stay Organized
Buy a planner to schedule your days and assignments Always be prepared for class
and review noted before class
Take good notes
Every college and university have academic, student campus resources and support centers to help their students to succeed.
College Resources
• Student Academic Support Services
• Counseling Center
• Testing Center
• Career Services
• Veteran Services
• Youth Resource Centers
• Services Office for Students with Disabilities
Cheeseman Day, J., & Newburger, E. (2002, July 1). The Big Payoff: Educational Attainment and Synthetic Estimates of Work-Life Earnings. Retrieved February 8, 2015, from http://www.census.gov/prod/2002pubs/p23-210.pdf
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