I am starting College in the fall, I did private correspondence all through high school, so I really dont know the basic supplies I will need starting out. I know that every class has their own things they want you to buy for their class, but is there anything that you suggest for me to buy right now, any certain supplies that have really helped you get through college that might be helpful to me as well? I am only taking math,science,history etc classes, none of the classes I will need for my major.
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I highly recommend getting a day planner to keep track of assignments.  I am writing what worked for me here.\n\nGet a different binder for each class you are in (they don't have to be huge).  And some dividers.  I would seperate my notes from my homework.  I kept everything because a lot of the time if you study lecture notes and homework you will do well on exams.\n\nHighlighters are good things.  I used them to highlight my notes so I would know where new sections started and in my text books.  Don't sell back your book unless you have too.  I kept all of my chem and bio books and I actually use them at work.  I'd highlight theories and laws to make them easier to find.\n\nPens and pencils and paper.  Folders are nice to have too handouts.  And the little sticky flags are good for keeping track of where you are in a book or of the sections you need to study.  Post it notes were a lifesaver.  I could leave myself notes in my book or binders so when I went to study I could remind myself if I had problems or was looking for clarificaiton.\n\nGood luck in College!
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I have taken many online courses. They are a bit more challenging than in class. If you have a question for the teacher, you have to email and wait for the answer. Most teachers have answered pretty quickly though. But you have to do your work early just for that reason. You also have to have a good Internet connection especially during tests. If you go offline during a test, some teachers request that you show proof from your provider. You still have to buy books. Your best bet is to go through Barnes and Nobles, since they have used books and they are cheaper. You can also get them through the school that you are using to go online. They will send them by mail. But make sure you get them early too. I don’t know anything about getting them shipped to India. I’m not even sure how the school would handle that. You would probably have to get your books through a bookstore and I’m not sure if they would even send them out of the country. I just don’t know….The work depends on the subject. English was all essays. History was assignments (answering questions) and essays. The only true/false/fill in the blanks/ choose the best answer were on the tests. Make sure that the school is nationally accredited since some accredited schools may be accredited locally. If you want to pursue a higher degree, you want to make sure that those credits are going to transfer. This is SO IMPORTANT!
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Actually, perhaps you need to blaze your own way. The university that I did my undergrad at had a "make your own" degree program. You still had to satisfy basic requirements, but you could actually make your own, with approval from the college whose umbrella it fell under. Also, I suggest that NO ONE declares a major until their sophomore or even junior year. Get your core out of the way. The point of core classes is to introduce you to new things. It is NOT to teach you the basics; you should have gotten that in gradeschool. That is why you have to take things like history, art, sociology, science, math, english, foreign language, etc. for your core. It is to introduce you to new and useful fields that you might find appetizing.
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you need to apply for a major credit card-like discover, visa, mc. These are fairly easy to get if you are in school or planning on it. i think discover has a student card. You pretty much need a major card to get other types of credit started, like store cards etc.be careful how you use your credit!
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Boy, some answers sure are mean!\n\nCongratulations on graduating!\n\nIf you did not fill out any applications then you should get started now. You won't make it in time for Fall semester, but you are ahead of the game for the next year.  That gives you some time to really investigate schools and decide your major. Lucky you!\n\nIf you are in a hurry to get started, you can go to your local community college and try to take some of the basics that will transfer on to your University of choice.\n\nGoing to college helps you to grow in so many ways, and helps to secure a decent future. It's a great idea, so don't let anyone slow you down or get in your way!
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You can definitely do college.  I hate math too and I just finished my Master's Degree and have been accepted to start a Ph.D. in fall.  I majored in linguistics, which doesn't involve much math.  Many colleges do have some math requirements, but a lot of times you can take Logic instead of math.  Don't be afraid to use your professors' office hours if you have any questions.  They have to be there for them, so you might as well take advantage of them.
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I am an independent college counselor. Here is what I tell my clients.\n\nFirst, the most important thing you should be doing right now, as a sophomore, is getting the best grades possible. That really is the number one thing that colleges and universities want to see in applicants. \n\nSecond, don't start by asking how you can prepare the best application -- start by asking what types of colleges might be the best fit for your needs and goals. Honestly, the students who have the MOST success in applying to colleges are those who have thought about who they are and what they want out of a college experience, and then developed a college list that matches those qualities but that also includes colleges in a range of selectivities.\n\nThere are over 2500 four year colleges in the U.S. alone, but there is not a single school (even those "name brand" schools everyone knows) that are right for every single student. So, begin by thinking about YOU. Some questions to consider:\n\nWhat do you like about your high school that you'd like to find in a college? What do you dislike about your high school that you'd like to avoid in a college? How do you learn best - do you like classes where there's lots of discussion or classes where the teacher does much of the talking? Do you have a clear career or major in mind, or do you want to explore before making a commitment? What is your group of friends like? Do you want to be around similar people in college, or very different types of people? How would your friends describe you? How would your teachers describe you? How would YOU describe you? What do you think your biggest strengths and weaknesses, both academically and socially are, and what types of colleges would be best for someone with those strengths and weaknesses? \n\nNext, learn about the different types of colleges out there -- don't just think "Gee, I've heard of Harvard, so Harvard must be a good place for me." Find out the differences between a liberal arts college, a research university, a master's level university, a private college, a public university, a specialized college. As a sophomore, visit one of each type in your state or local area. These don't have to be the schools you ultimately apply to - at this point you should  just try to get a sense of what makes each type different and unique, and what they each have to offer you. \n\nAs you begin your research, keep your options open, but ask a lot of questions. What makes a good college? What's it like to go to a large school, a small school, a medium sized school? What's it like to go to a school that has a large number of people in frats or sororities? What's it like to go to a religiously-affiliated school? A school in a major city? A school in a small city? A school in a rural area? A school in the midwest, the northeast, the south...etc., etc.\n\nAs you answer these questions, try to find colleges that fit with you -- both your grades, your interests, your desires. Keep your options open!! Do not narrow your list of possibilities down too early (really, senior year is plenty of time!).\n\nAside from the above, specific things sophomore might consider doing this year: Take the SAT Subject exam in June if you are taking AP bio, AP chem, or AP US History AND have good grades. Talk to your counselor about your grades and course schedule to see if he/she has any suggestions for how you might improve them compared to other people in your school. Find two or three activities outside of the classroom that you enjoy and find meaningful, and get involved. But don't just join a bunch of clubs or do community service because you think colleges might like it on your application --- figure out what you enjoy and pursue it. Colleges want depth, not quantity, and they want to see people who are excited and enjoy what they are doing. \n\nNext year, as a junior, take the PSAT and plan out your SAT schedule (prep as h
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Your first semester will be the most difficult.....it's a big adjustment.  Not everyone arrives at college with the same background/level of knowledge.  Once you get thru your initial classes you should be on a more level playing ground with your fellow students.\n\nIf you work, consider cutting back your hours.  Or consider withdrawing from the course that either requires most of your time or that you are doing the worst in.  You may be overextended.  You are only one person, and there are only 24 hours in a day.  \n\nBut before you withdraw from any classes, first check to see that if you repeat a class the old grade will be removed from your GPA.  Also, check to see if there is a limit on the number of classes you can withdraw from.  \n\nStudy groups are THE best way to get thru a difficult class.  Also see if there is any free tutoring.  DO NOT BE EMBARRASSED TO ASK FOR HELP.  \n\nBefore every test make an appointment with the teacher, explain you are having trouble, and ask if there is anything you should concentrate on during your studying.  Sometimes in this way you get hints as to what will be on the tests.
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You should be able to talk to your financial aid rep at school and look for additional funding. I am just finishing school and I was able to do many things like that to help pay for textbooks, etc. The school by law is supposed to return any unused financial aid to you unless you tell them you don't want it returned to you so I have never had trouble getting enough to cover all necessary expenses.
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There's always the "Idiot's guide" and "guides for dummies" books. They sound condescending, but I've owned a few and they're really pretty good. They also come in almost every subject. Some college bookstores have little fold out pages with formulas, rules, tips and summaries for all the subjects too.
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I really liked getting a set of tools.  You might check out what the hot book in his field of study is.  That could be useful for his next steps.
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What types of things do you need?  Since I do not know I am just going to list things I bought when I moved out on my own.\n\nFurniture\nDishes\nBath Towels & Washclothes\nDish Towels & Washclothes\nVacume Cleaner\nStorage Items\nCleaning Supplies\nBathroom Accessorys\nKitchen Accessories\nJust go room by room and think of what type of items you still need for those rooms.\nPut these items on your gift registry.\nHope this helps.  Congrats!
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5 yrs off from going off to college... like not even in high school yet? You really shouldn't be that worried at all, not yet anyway...lol If you really wanna worry I guess you can start your sophomore year, first just decide if you're gonna go into humanities or science, then you can narrow it down eventually. Remember most ppl change their majors in college a couple times and do fine. In most cases the first year in college will consist of core courses anyway, so you'll have to take most of them regardless of your major.
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College is quite a bit different then highschool.\n\nFirst nobody CARES if you show up for class or not.\nNobody CARES if you PASS or FAIL.\n\nYes... you can take courses not related to your major, but they will likely delay the time it takes you to graduate with a degree.\n\nwhat else can I help you with?
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Don't pick a minor yet.. just be thankful you know what you want to major in already! Many college students don't know that much when they first start. (I've changed mine twice and I;m a junior!) Just take basic freshman classes and English classes.. as you start taking basic classes like History, Psych, foreign language, etc, you will find what you like best.  I am a Spanish minor and I love it, by the way~! (just an idea;-)  well good luck!! have fun at college
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Are you sure you're in the right major?  That's generally the number one problem I see in students that are having trouble motivating themselves to study - they're just not interested enough in the material.  If you're still a freshman or a sophomore and struggling with your lib ed requirements, that's understandable - but, if you're also having trouble studying for the classes in your major, then you may want to reassess.  I was in the same boat as you about 5 years ago.  Every time I tried to sit down and study, this wave of lethargy would sweep over me, making me very tired.  I've never napped so much as I did those first couple years of college.  I finally realized that I had less than no interest in the classes I was supposed to be really interested in, and took some time off to figure things out.  I'm not saying you necessarily need to stop going to school, but if your classes aren't exciting you, perhaps you should go talk to one of the academic advisors for undecided students.  They're trained to help you figure out what you're really interested in.  Good luck!