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College 101 is a simplified class made to give future students insight on problems that you may have to deal with in College. College 101 is broken down into four sections Campus Resources, Distractions, Residential living and adopting to a new learning environment I hope this guide can help prepare you for your college career.
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According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2017–2018 school year was $38,770 at private colleges, $9,970 for state residents at public colleges, and $28,620 for out-of-state residents attending public universities.
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Distractions
College is the most expensive distraction you could ever pay for.
Instead of drinking because they were part of a low-status social group, students used binge drinking as a tool to feel included in campus life.
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, About 599,000 receive unintentional injuries while under the influence of alcohol.
Many college students use drugs or drink heavily to reduce stress. Combine that with easy access to various substances and it can be very easy for students to develop drug dependence.
There are a lot of distractions you may run into while in college. You have to be mindful of your main goals and not let temptation dig you a hole you cannot climb out of.
There is a ton of resources provided for you on campus to help better your college experience
On every campus there is a health center that is avaible to assist students with any illness they may encounter.
Moving away from home can be tough and making friends can be tougher, but that is where campus organizations comes into play.
Just because you are in college doesn't mean you have no help academically, there our tutoring services and writing centers on campus to help you.
Campus Resources
Every student is assigned an academic advisor that will assist you throughout your college career. You are not just a file in a cabinet. You meet with your advisor at a minimum twice a year, and as needed.
Some students are unable to afford computers there first year. This is not a problem, on most campuses you are able to rent lap tops or use on campus computer labs.
Learning how to adjust, and transition to college level course work can be tough. You have to study and prepare yourself for upcoming papers as well as exams.
Adapting to learning environment
Staying organized and knwoing when assignments are due is crucial in College.
There will be a lot of late nights and early mornings. Students are the most sleep deprived people in the United States.
For the average student, you can expect 4-6 hours of time studying daily. If the course is primarily an activity course (creation of art, theatre, music performance or student teaching) you may find most of your "study" time is actually doing the activity.
Living on campus is not the same as living at home. You may be independant in college but you still have to eat, clean and learn to live with new people
For recreational purposes there is a gym on campus that is provided for the students.
Every student has a ID card. This card will give you access to your dorm, dinning hall and gym.
On campus if you are looking for a bite to eat there are dinning halls and other franchise restaurants present for students.
Residential Living
Not getting along with your roommate? Having issues with your neighbors? Living with a roommate or on a hall full of different personalities can get a little difficult to handle. There is a residential advisor on every hall to help with any difficulties.
Make sure you prepare yourself to do your own laundry. It may not be much but the quarters can add up.
