It’s never too early to start thinking about preparing for college. This has been developed through many years of attending conferences, listening to college admission professionals, and touring a variety of colleges and universities around the U.S. The biggest adjustment for college students is the increase of personal responsibility. New college students find themselves with a tremendous amount of freedom with a lot less external structure. There are no set study times, no required meal times, no one to tell them when to sleep or get them up, an increase in their academic workload, a greater need to multi-task and balance and a myriad of new social opportunities and challenges. The following are skills that will help students develop their own internal structure and be successful in college.
Collaboration is imperative for college-bound students to function efficiently and appropriately in groups, collaborate on projects and accept constructive criticism when working with others. People who succeed only when working alone will struggle in college and beyond, as the majority of careers require collaboration.
Students can develop the skills necessary to effectively work with others in numerous ways, including participating in athletics and extracurricular activities. They can also opt to complete team-based projects such as service activities during their later years in high school.
Communication and interpersonal skills is a common complaint among employers is that young people do not know how to effectively carry on a conversation and are unable to do things like ask questions, listen actively and maintain eye contact.
The current prevalence of electronic devices has connected young individuals to one another, but many argue it has also lessened their ability to communicate face-to-face or via telephone. These skills will again be important not only in college, where students must engage with professors to gain references and recommendations for future endeavors, but beyond as well.
An inability to employ these skills effectively translates poorly in college and job interviews, for instance. High school students can improve these traits by conversing with their teachers in one-to-one settings. This is also excellent training for speaking with college professors. Obtaining an internship in a professional setting is also a wonderful method to enhance communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving is Students will be faced with a number of unexpected challenges in life and receive little or no aid in overcoming them. They must be able to solve problems in creative ways and to determine solutions to issues with no prescribed formula.
Students who are accustomed to learned processes, and who cannot occasionally veer off-course, will struggle to handle unanticipated setbacks. Students can improve problem-solving abilities by enrolling in classes that use experiential learning rather than rote memorization. Students should also try new pursuits that place them in unfamiliar and even uncomfortable situations, such as debate club or Science Olympiad.
Time Management The key to success in college is time management. It is important to prepare a weekly schedule that includes time in class, studying, activities, work, meals, study and time with friends. Being a college student is like having a full-time job. There are several hours of studying and preparation expected for each class.
Stress Management Regular exercise, adequate rest, good nutrition, prayer and/or meditation are all suggested ways of engaging in self-care that reduces stress. Finding ways to increase coping resources will help students decrease the stress that life will throw their way.
Study Skills Even some of the best high school students have not always developed good study skills. Knowing how to read a text book, take notes in class, use the library and take multiple choice tests are all areas that will help students be more successful in the classroom.
Money Management is important that students have experience in independently handling money, balancing a check book, using an ATM, reading a bank statement and learning to make responsible decisions about living on a budget.
Assertiveness Skills is important that students be able to speak up for themselves in an assertive manner that is not aggressive or passively allowing others to take advantage of them. Assertiveness skills are helpful in roommate communication, study groups, teams and conflict resolution. They also involve learning and practicing healthy boundaries.
Well-Developed Self Care Skills Students need to learn to develop bedtimes based on physical need and health. Adequate sleep and a healthy diet can improve mood, athletic and classroom performance and coping strategies for stress. Exercise, relaxation, and good hygiene are also important aspects of self-care.
Keeping Safe and Avoiding Risky Behaviors Staying safe means learning to advocate for your well being. It means making smart and low-risk choices and planning for the “what ifs” in life.
Seeking Assistance When Needed is a big part of students advocating for themselves is knowing when to ask for help. The college years are a time for learning new information, new life skills, and a new way of relating with our world. Seeking help when we need it is a sign of strength and integrity, rather than an admission of failure.
Respecting the Rules and Policies every community has rules and policies and a college campus is no different. Our rules and policies apply to safety and fostering a positive community where students are respectful of themselves, others and the environment.
The successful college student makes studying a habit
Collaboration is imperative for college-bound students to function efficiently and appropriately in groups, collaborate on projects and accept constructive criticism when working with others. People who succeed only when working alone will struggle in college and beyond, as the majority of careers require collaboration.
Students can develop the skills necessary to effectively work with others in numerous ways, including participating in athletics and extracurricular activities. They can also opt to complete team-based projects such as service activities during their later years in high school.
Communication and interpersonal skills is a common complaint among employers is that young people do not know how to effectively carry on a conversation and are unable to do things like ask questions, listen actively and maintain eye contact.
The current prevalence of electronic devices has connected young individuals to one another, but many argue it has also lessened their ability to communicate face-to-face or via telephone. These skills will again be important not only in college, where students must engage with professors to gain references and recommendations for future endeavors, but beyond as well.
An inability to employ these skills effectively translates poorly in college and job interviews, for instance. High school students can improve these traits by conversing with their teachers in one-to-one settings. This is also excellent training for speaking with college professors. Obtaining an internship in a professional setting is also a wonderful method to enhance communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving is Students will be faced with a number of unexpected challenges in life and receive little or no aid in overcoming them. They must be able to solve problems in creative ways and to determine solutions to issues with no prescribed formula.
Students who are accustomed to learned processes, and who cannot occasionally veer off-course, will struggle to handle unanticipated setbacks. Students can improve problem-solving abilities by enrolling in classes that use experiential learning rather than rote memorization. Students should also try new pursuits that place them in unfamiliar and even uncomfortable situations, such as debate club or Science Olympiad.
Time Management The key to success in college is time management. It is important to prepare a weekly schedule that includes time in class, studying, activities, work, meals, study and time with friends. Being a college student is like having a full-time job. There are several hours of studying and preparation expected for each class.
Stress Management Regular exercise, adequate rest, good nutrition, prayer and/or meditation are all suggested ways of engaging in self-care that reduces stress. Finding ways to increase coping resources will help students decrease the stress that life will throw their way.
Study Skills Even some of the best high school students have not always developed good study skills. Knowing how to read a text book, take notes in class, use the library and take multiple choice tests are all areas that will help students be more successful in the classroom.
Money Management is important that students have experience in independently handling money, balancing a check book, using an ATM, reading a bank statement and learning to make responsible decisions about living on a budget.
Assertiveness Skills is important that students be able to speak up for themselves in an assertive manner that is not aggressive or passively allowing others to take advantage of them. Assertiveness skills are helpful in roommate communication, study groups, teams and conflict resolution. They also involve learning and practicing healthy boundaries.
Well-Developed Self Care Skills Students need to learn to develop bedtimes based on physical need and health. Adequate sleep and a healthy diet can improve mood, athletic and classroom performance and coping strategies for stress. Exercise, relaxation, and good hygiene are also important aspects of self-care.
Keeping Safe and Avoiding Risky Behaviors Staying safe means learning to advocate for your well being. It means making smart and low-risk choices and planning for the “what ifs” in life.
Seeking Assistance When Needed is a big part of students advocating for themselves is knowing when to ask for help. The college years are a time for learning new information, new life skills, and a new way of relating with our world. Seeking help when we need it is a sign of strength and integrity, rather than an admission of failure.
Respecting the Rules and Policies every community has rules and policies and a college campus is no different. Our rules and policies apply to safety and fostering a positive community where students are respectful of themselves, others and the environment.
The successful college student makes studying a habit
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