They use several credit cards so they don’t have to worry about finances until after graduation.

They have few friends, because social relationships distract one from academics.

They eat fast food so they have more time for studying.

They develop their writing skills.

They avoid talking with their instructors, so they can remain anonymous.

They know how to speed-read so they don’t have to underline or highlight in their textbooks.

They know better than to try to think on their own.

They don’t need to schedule study periods because they study at every available moment every day.

They know how to stay motivated.

Are you a “traditional” or “returning” student? List an important advantage you have as a result of being in this classification:

Do you now or have you worked full time?

Are you married or living with a partner? Do you have children?

Have you spent most of your life in a country other than the United States?

Are you the first person in your family to attend college?

Is English your first language?

Are you a full-time student?

Are you attending college directly from high school or within a year of graduation

Most college graduates later look back on their college years as one of the best times in their lives.

To do well in college, you basically have to give up everything else in life for a while.

If you sit back, wait patiently, and stick it out long enough, success in college will inevitably come to you.

Attitude is one of the most important factors affecting college success.

Life in college usually differs in many ways from one’s previous life in high school or in the workforce. What are the biggest changes you are experiencing now or anticipate experiencing this term?

What do you value that will be richer in your future life because you will have a college education?

What do you value that will be richer in your future life because you will have a college education?

Which of the following are benefits of a college education?

Participating in clubs, organized activities

Going to parties

Talking on the telephone, texting, e-mail

Attending classes

Cleaning house

Volunteering your time for a good cause

Setting your own schedule

Engaging in your hobbies

Having a positive romantic relationship

Being your own boss

Exercising, being physically active

Eating nice meals out

Going to movies or entertainments

Meeting new people

Looking good, personal hygiene

Working your job

Getting out in nature

Enjoying time alone

Watching television

Having nice clothing

Studying and reading textbooks 0

Being liked by others

Online social networking

Traveling to new places

Reading a good book

Sleeping

Shopping

Cooking

Playing computer or video games

Hanging out with friends

Playing sports

Staying current with the news

Having intelligent conversations

Having a nice car

Learning new things about your interests

Having good friends

Making a good income

Are you confident you will be able to overcome any possible difficulties in completing college?

What do you anticipate will be the most difficult part of completing college?

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