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Strategies for Academic Success

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Many students face academic challenges that make them question their ability to succeed. But, with the right strategies and support, turning your academic experience around is entirely possible.

Use Academic Advising

Academic advisors can help you make informed decisions about your course load, choose majors and minors, and plan your path to graduation. Their guidance is crucial, especially when navigating academic challenges or exploring career options.

Attend Office Hours

Meet your professors and TAs during their office hours. Take advantage of this one-on-one time to deepen your understanding of course material, discuss feedback on assignments, and build a positive relationship with your professors which can also help you with future career opportunities.

Join Study Groups

Studying alongside classmates can keep you accountable, introduce you to different study skills and formats, and help you feel more confident about the material. Encourage accountability, offer diverse perspectives, and assist in clarifying doubts.

Seek Out Tutoring Services

Many colleges offer free tutoring for a variety of subjects. These services can provide you with personalized attention and assist you in overcoming academic challenges.

Make the Most of the Library

Your college library is not just a place to study quietly. It provides access to academic journals, books, and databases that can support your research and learning. Librarians can also help guide you to resources relevant to your courses.

With these strategies and the support resources available to you, academic success is not just a possibility; it's within your reach. Embrace the challenge with an open mind and a proactive attitude. Remember, your ReUp Success Coach is on standby to listen and provide the support you need.

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Help Topics > Motivation

Deciding when—or whether—to go back to college as a working adult can be tough. Here are some questions to help you make the right choice for you.

Why do you want to earn your degree?
How will you juggle coursework with work and family?
Can you learn and grow without returning to college?
Can you afford it?

Consider your responses to the above questions about your motivation, time, energy, flexibility at work, finances, and learning preferences. Are you in a place with those resources that make school realistic for you right now? Think also about whether you have your ducks in a row at school, such as unblocking any holds on your student account and a clear sense of which requirements you’d need to meet to graduate. Then, ask yourself whether you have what you need to succeed or whether you still have work to do. This can help you determine your timeline on returning.

Reach out to a ReUp Coach via the sidebar on your dashboard if you ever need help deciding when a return to school would be best for you.

This depends on how many credits you have remaining and whether or not you'd like to return part-time or full-time. Reaching out to your school to discuss this with an admissions counselor or your academic advisor will provide you with the most accurate timeline that works best for you.

This depends on your previous major and the progress you've made during your previous attendance. This would also be a great question to ask your admissions counselor or your academic advisor.