As you prepare for the final week of studies for this semester, it is important to remember that Finals is the last chance for you to prove compentency. Several Professors today drop the lowest grade to help their students achieve total academic success…while there are those that don’t!
A C- is the lowest grade you should have because you may be asked to test or repeat the course depending on your learning institution. It is always great to aspire to get an A in all coursework. Therefore, you have a goal and will work towards it. When stating, “I just want to pass!”, your grade will normally reflect such thoughts.
While finals are right around the corner and already here for some of us, remember to do your best! Your academic success says who you are, and is a show of the effort your put into your work!
Good luck with finals!
Spring Break can be confusing for students. It can be even more confusing for the adult student, or mom taking classes. While spring break is a break from the first 6 or 8 weeks of the Spring Semester, it too is a chance to acknowledge the week areas and get some extra studying and/or tutoring. In addition to studying, and tutoring you can use this time to get ahead of the class depending on whether you are taking online classes. Most online classes are blackboard based and allow you to post discussion questions and assignments at your leisure. Just be sure your Professor allows posting ahead of time. I’m sure they won’t mind getting assignments in earlier than expected, but you may run into issues with discussion as dialog between students is a requirement of online learning.
Most importantly, “Enjoy your break!”
The Summer consisting of 8-10 weeks is one of the most anticipated breaks for students. But for some students, this is considered the opportunity to enroll in courses as short as 4-6 weeks in duration. Students today are more eager than ever to get to the next step.
Find out how many sessions are offered during the summer semester and plan to take a course or two and use the remaining time to schedule some much needed time off. If you decide that Summer courses aren’t for you; opt for a mid-semester course during the fall or accelerated learning possibly consisting of weekend courses to accommodate for the extra course work you weren’t able to complete during the summer.
Vacation isn’t wrong and you shouldn’t feel guilty if you decide to take a break. School isn’t a cake walk and shouldn’t be treated as such. You know your body and mind better than anyone else and in the end it comes down to being physically and mentally capable of completing the requirements.
Deciding your major is major business. This is the area many students find themselves having problems with. While you can attend school undecided or “without major” it isn’t always a wise choice. One reason you should decide a major as soon as you possibly can is to have a set of courses in which are part of a bigger plan. When you decide a major, the coursework that follows is all part of a great plan and shows that you have one. While taking your initial courses you can find out what works for you and what doesn’t. High School students today are provided tools many adults haven’t. The Myer Briggs assessments one of many tools being used in High Schools in the U.S. that decides what formula type, type description and career choices. This is just one of many human metrics that you can use to aid you in your decision making process.
Next, there is the good ol’ fashioned Advisor. You should always meet with an advisor after applying and being accepted into college, and before registering/ registration of any courses. Your advisor is your friend. The advisor is there to provide you with the much needed information several students are unaware of. Prior Learning Experience, CLEP options, submitting you portfolio, transferring credits earned at previous institutions are all a part of the information that your advisor will have available for you. During your initial conversation, you will be asked a series of questions to provide the Advisor insight of your personal and professional goals and where you see yourself at the end of 2 or 4 years. This is normally the time frame for graduating, although depending on major and enrollment status this can vary. Part-time status is considered any credits under half-time which is about 9 credits and normally are 6 or less credits; while full-time status is 12 or more credits. What course load you can afford to take, what courses to take, and qualifying for additional funds, and/or credits are all questions you can discuss with your advisor.
Lastly, once you have decided on a major it is down to major business! Remove all distractions, and prioritize your time and yourself. Visit your bookstore, cafeteria, financial aid office if you haven’t already, and come up with an overall plan of success for the semester and beyond! By getting acclamated to your campus you are deciding to take a step forward tothe future and all the possibilities it possesses. A great deal of students gain valuable advise from other students while waiting for the bus, studying, getting a quick bite or speaking with faculty members. Gather your sources and use them wisely! You’ll get the hang of it in no time.
Deciding your major is important because it saves you money, and valuable time you would otherwise waste taking courses outside of your Major’s Curriculum. Once you have decided on a major you are on your path. Your plans both immediate and future are based on the knowledge you have acquired to date and that you will acquire throughout the semester(s). Here’s to your future!
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This new link provides valuable information that may not be available on other sites regarding Financial Aid in the form of grants to specific schools such as Wellesley, Spelman, Barnard, and Agnes Scott to name a few.
Pay a visit and send me a quick note and let me know if you were able to use any of the information to your benefit!
You’ve probably already filed your taxes by now, and if you haven’t there is still time to file your Financial Aid application. Your financial aid application leads to a report known as SAR or Student Aid Report . This is critical for those seeking financial aid whether in the form of student loans, state grants, loans, and work study opportunities. The student aid report also makes the applicant/ student aware of additional funds or out of pocket or expected contribution.
Deadlines vary by state and you can check your state’s deadline or file an application by visiting http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/.
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