60+ Tips for Freshman To Help You Survive College

College is a time for you to explore your independence and living without people looking over your shoulder but it’s not worth screwing up little things, especially when there are guides like these online giving free tips for first-year college students.

I have gathered the best tips and tricks from my fellow classmates and what I have personally learned. Each experience can be different but keep these in mind!

If you are worried about making friends, read our guide here on the best ways to make friends as a first year in college.

60 Plus Tips For College that Every Freshman Should Know

Twitter for your school is a lifesaver. Most colleges post the most relevant and recent information on their Twitter.
Get a jug of Detergent (pods are a money waste).
Do not be afraid to read out to your college professors. Most of the time they are extremely willing to help.
Put your phone down and be present in life.
Do not limit yourself to one friend group.
Go to the dining hall everyone minds their own business.
Check your local thrift store for things like microwaves, mini-fridges, etc.
Trust me, get snacks.
Read the syllabus. Some professors offer extra credit that you can only find in the syllabus.
Do not bring all of your clothes to college.
Check your school email, it will have a lot of important information.
Trust your gut, if something is not feeling right, it is for a reason.
Make sure at least one person has your location when you go out.
Take advantage of your student discount. (Amazon, Spotify, HBO, etc)
Buy an umbrella, walking to class in the rain is not fun.
Another great tip for college is to invest in a good winter coat.
The book store is your last option for buying books. Use Facebook groups that resell books or befriend older classmates.
Do not depend on your advisor. Keep a copy of your catalog and always go by the one for your first year in college.
USE ratemyprofessor.com
Be social. Connections will get you opportunities in and outside of college.
Turn on notifications for your school email on your phone.
Check your email DAILY.
Go to the library at least once a week it helps you get work done after and you will focus better.
Pack bathing suits just in case.
Everyone on campus is looking for friends. Don’t be afraid to reach out.
If you normally sleep through your alarms, use Alarmy. Tips For College.
Use fast food apps when you go out. Those points will come in handy when you are broke.
Dollar Tree. Dollar Tree. Dollar Tree.
Research neighborhoods by your school. Know your surroundings.
Bring a power cord.
Bring shower shoes.
Fill out FASFA as soon as it opens. You are more likely to receive more aid.
Learn to be comfortable with yourself. Not everyone will have free time when you do.
Bring a fan.
Actively participate in your classes, especially the harder ones. Professors will see this and most likely help your grade when needed.
Always ask questions if you are confused, you are literally paying for it.
Give yourself an “allowance” once you are on campus. You will spend all of your money if you do not.
Continue applying for scholarships throughout the year and as you continue in college.
Bring a vacuum and broom.
When you go out, ask if they offer student discounts. Many places offer them.
If someone makes a group chat for your class, join it. So helpful if you miss a class, potential study groups, etc.
Establish a cleaning schedule. This helps avoid arguments with roommates.
Be conscious of how you treat people, you never know where you will see them again.
Parties will come and go. Study to go out to parties.
Introduce yourself to your professor. It may be scary but it will help you stand out and let your professor put a face to a name.
Go to class, the first couple of times, to understand how the professor teaches and their expectations. You may be able to complete the class from your bedroom.
Do not be afraid to withdraw from a class.
Everyone fails a course, do not be discouraged.
Do not be afraid to change majors.
Use Google Calendar.
Join Clubs at your University.
Do not buy anything extra for a class until the professor tells you to do so.
Rent not buy books. Look at FaceBook for books from previous students at your university.
Know your limits and what you are not willing to do.
Take pictures to remember the memory but not enough to miss the moment.
Be selfish with your time.
Go to events your school throws. You can find these at the universities student center or on their Twitter account.
Try not to be hard on yourself. You are young and are going to mess up, it is normal.
Remember what you are working towards.
Stay true to yourself, but don’t be afraid of change.
Find hobbies that you enjoy. It helps if it’s outside of University.
Limit the amount of time you are on social media if it is affecting your studies or mental health.
Invest in your mental health.
Don’t waste money on clothes to fit a theme (either for a frat party or college event).
Don’t be afraid to reach out to your family members when you miss them. Being ‘home-sick’ is very real and very common.
Look into Chegg.
Utilize your school’s tutoring resources. Tips for college.

60 Plus Tips For College that Every Freshman Should Know

Twitter for your school is a lifesaver. Most colleges post the most relevant and recent information on their Twitter.

Get a jug of Detergent (pods are a money waste).

Do not be afraid to read out to your college professors. Most of the time they are extremely willing to help.

Put your phone down and be present in life.

Do not limit yourself to one friend group.

Go to the dining hall everyone minds their own business.

Check your local thrift store for things like microwaves, mini-fridges, etc.

Trust me, get snacks.

Read the syllabus. Some professors offer extra credit that you can only find in the syllabus.

Do not bring all of your clothes to college.

Check your school email, it will have a lot of important information.

Trust your gut, if something is not feeling right, it is for a reason.

Make sure at least one person has your location when you go out.

Take advantage of your student discount. (Amazon, Spotify, HBO, etc)

Buy an umbrella, walking to class in the rain is not fun.

Another great tip for college is to invest in a good winter coat.

The book store is your last option for buying books. Use Facebook groups that resell books or befriend older classmates.

Do not depend on your advisor. Keep a copy of your catalog and always go by the one for your first year in college.

USE ratemyprofessor.com

Be social. Connections will get you opportunities in and outside of college.

Turn on notifications for your school email on your phone.

Check your email DAILY.

Go to the library at least once a week it helps you get work done after and you will focus better.

Pack bathing suits just in case.

Everyone on campus is looking for friends. Don’t be afraid to reach out.

If you normally sleep through your alarms, use Alarmy. Tips For College.

Use fast food apps when you go out. Those points will come in handy when you are broke.

Dollar Tree. Dollar Tree. Dollar Tree.

Research neighborhoods by your school. Know your surroundings.

Bring a power cord.

Bring shower shoes.

Fill out FASFA as soon as it opens. You are more likely to receive more aid.

Learn to be comfortable with yourself. Not everyone will have free time when you do.

Bring a fan.

Actively participate in your classes, especially the harder ones. Professors will see this and most likely help your grade when needed.

Always ask questions if you are confused, you are literally paying for it.

Give yourself an “allowance” once you are on campus. You will spend all of your money if you do not.

Continue applying for scholarships throughout the year and as you continue in college.

Bring a vacuum and broom.

When you go out, ask if they offer student discounts. Many places offer them.

If someone makes a group chat for your class, join it. So helpful if you miss a class, potential study groups, etc.

Establish a cleaning schedule. This helps avoid arguments with roommates.

Be conscious of how you treat people, you never know where you will see them again.

Parties will come and go. Study to go out to parties.

Introduce yourself to your professor. It may be scary but it will help you stand out and let your professor put a face to a name.

Go to class, the first couple of times, to understand how the professor teaches and their expectations. You may be able to complete the class from your bedroom.

Do not be afraid to withdraw from a class.

Everyone fails a course, do not be discouraged.

Do not be afraid to change majors.

Use Google Calendar.

Join Clubs at your University.

Do not buy anything extra for a class until the professor tells you to do so.

Rent not buy books. Look at FaceBook for books from previous students at your university.

Know your limits and what you are not willing to do.

Take pictures to remember the memory but not enough to miss the moment.

Be selfish with your time.

Go to events your school throws. You can find these at the universities student center or on their Twitter account.

Try not to be hard on yourself. You are young and are going to mess up, it is normal.

Remember what you are working towards.

Stay true to yourself, but don’t be afraid of change.

Find hobbies that you enjoy. It helps if it’s outside of University.

Limit the amount of time you are on social media if it is affecting your studies or mental health.

Invest in your mental health.

Don’t waste money on clothes to fit a theme (either for a frat party or college event).

Don’t be afraid to reach out to your family members when you miss them. Being ‘home-sick’ is very real and very common.

Look into Chegg.

Utilize your school’s tutoring resources. Tips for college.

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