anyone else find university life tough?
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Everyone finds parts of uni life tough -that's at least one of the things you're going to have in common with almost everyone else.\n\nIt's fine if you didn't immediately find people you're completely comfortable with -but you will make friends if you stick with it!\nRemember it's still early days, so try to focus on the work until you're more comfortable with people in your year.
478236
When you're completely unfamiliar with it, the thought can be overwhelming.  Just a hint, though.  Usually the ones who find finals so terrifying are the ones that spent a majority of their time partying!  That doesn't mean that you have to be chained to a desk and chair.  In fact, you should get plenty of exercise and engage in fun activities.  But, always read your assignments carefully.  If you're having any problems, consult with professors or teaching assistants before you get too far behind.  \n\nIf you have the right study attitude, you'll not only succeed but have a marvelous time!
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Me too! But over the last few days, I forced myself to do the routine things which I usually do. Wash stuff, drive around, and do work in office and try not to check Y!A. \n\nI must say its really hard, cos I am back now :) hehehe Perhaps as long as you do not let yourself neglect other more important priorities in your life, you should be fine (this applies to me too).
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College is all about time management. It's really hard for some and easy for others.\n\nWhat helped me was to make a daily schedule blocking out times that I was busy (class, work). Then the empty or "non-busy" times was free for studying. But of course, you must make room for your social life. You'll learn to balance it... hopefully.
733407
It sounds like you are a Rutgers Engineering student.  I went to Rutgers and the Engineers had the hardest time of anyone.  If you aren't from Rutgers at least you know you are not alone.
547236
yes its pretty hard to manage two things. but if u want u can go for it
338594
No. It is understandable. Just prepared to work hard. Set up a study schedule for yourself. Stay organized. Do whatever you need to do not to get behind in your classes. Learn how to get through your reading quickly. Set up some study groups. Make some good friends. College is a blast!!!
199196
Because life after school is harder.
625316
Yeah I do, im a commuter so kant tell you bout the night life but i hear its pretty good. on the other hand i think my course is a bag of shite sometimes
630803
I'm glad to hear that you're enjoying your life, even thought it may be challenging to do some of the things you're doing!\nMost of the time it is really hard to face life's challenges up ahead since we don't really know what to do, or how it will turn out... i normally cower from them and try to avoid making any changes in my life, but eventually they must happen..  However, there are many "great teachers" in present day life, who can help us through any challenges or problems we have.
857283
I am the same way.  Its like the only thing that anyone wants to talk to me about is the homework.  I didnt make any good friends in community college.  But now I am at the university level, and it does seem a little better.  Just everyone is so busy with their own lives and so I am; so its hard to find a good friend.  I hope it gets better when I start my career.
589213
i was a bit scared of going to university because i had certain expectations and i thought i would not fit in-since being there i have learnt a lot not just education-wise but about different kinds of people made some great friends too!\nGo for it i say!
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No, if it is something you like it shouldn't be difficult. It should be exciting. Make sure you get internships and start building a resume with some experience. Try to learn a second language if you don't have one already and try to travel as much as you can or learn about other cultures. Become active in international clubs and organizations at your university. And last but not least it's important to choose to go to college in a metropolitan location where you will have more job opportunities after you graduate.
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it's hard and stressful but can be very rewarding.
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My daught was in the same predicament and finally chose by looking on their web sites and deciding where she would feel most comfortable.\nTry also analysing what particular aspects of their courses you most like, not every University has the same content in a Degree.
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Yes it is.  It is very challenging and very hard academically to get into.  You have to have very, very good grades in very hard subjects, and if you get in, there are very, very smart people with you and the coursework is quite rigorous and requires total committment and hard work.  And it is not just the first 2 years.
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college has been alot harder but i have grown in so many ways tha i never could in high school