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Get ready to get off to a great start in graduate school. You can prepare right now to succeed while in graduate school. There are five simple ways to begin preparing for graduate school right now. These tips and secrets will keep you headed in the right direction as you near your first day of class.
1. Find a Mentor
Getting a mentor as you may start graduate school may sound a little crazy, but its important, particularly if you are going to be getting your doctorate or you are a returning student. If possible, find a professor in your program or a former graduate of the program to mentor you. They can offer true encouragement through the rough times, and more importantly, theyll have a working knowledge of the program that will be priceless during your time in graduate school.
Celebrating Five years of the Washington State Acheivers ::
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2. Understand How You Learn
Although its one of the most beneficial things any student can do to improve study skills and raise grades, most of us have never taken any type of learning assessment. Before classes even begin, preferably about a month in advance, visit the career center and ask them to give you several learning assessments.
After you have taken the assessments, either score it yourself or let the counselor score it. Then you can go over the results together. The counselor should provide you with study strategies that fit your learning style. You can also search Google for more study styles and strategies. All schools have someone who provides this service, almost always for free, and they tend to be part of the career counseling office.
3. Create a Comprehensive Calendar
When you start back to school, you will need to have a comprehensive calendar. This calendar should list all your assignments and when theyre due so that you dont get behind or forget a project - the ultimate bad day. If possible, begin trying out different calendars before you start school so that you can find a calendar that will really meet your needs and help you keep up with events in all areas of your life.
4. Wait to Buy Your Books
I know, I know, this isnt exactly the same as all my other advice, but it really is important. Many students, particularly returning students, dont know this very important rule. Instead, they rush out to buy all the books they need as soon as possible. The truth, though, is that most classes either dont use the recommended books or your teacher may never test from the required book. Wait until you start the class to find out what you really need, or at least talk to someone who has already taken the class first. Theres no need to waste money on books you dont need, and if you can find them on www.half.com, youll save a lot of money.
5. Relax
I saved the best, and most important, for last. Before starting graduate school, especially if youre going to go full time, take a short vacation. Even if its only a weekend away to rest, find a way to relax and rejuvenate. Graduate school can be tough, and it may be a while before you have another chance to take some significant time for yourself to relax, particularly if you are getting your doctorate. Do it now and youll be fully prepared for graduate school.
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