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How to Maintain a High GPA inCollegeEdited by Rob S, Glutted, Brandywine, Maniac and 14 others

College can be tough. But you want to have impressive grades so you can

get a good job or go to graduate school. Here is how to maintain a 4.0 in

college.

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You have to want it.This is the most important step. If a 4.0 is your

number one priority, you will get it. This means you will be ready to sacrifice

things such as going out with friends, keeping up with your favoritetelevision shows, and sometimes sleep.

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2Always show up for class.If attendance is part of the grade always show

up. You should attend class regularly regardless if attendance is required.
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3Remember that studying is similar to working out--it's done best in

shorter periods regularly.This means study consistently (it may be daily)

and don't crash study. Learning to study for long periods of time is an

important skill as well. It may be hard or impossible at first, but it can be

mastered.


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4Make college your priority.Only go out when you don't have work to do.


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5Get organized-make sure that you know when tests are and exactly

what you have to study.


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6Having a full-time job may keep you on track and make sure NO time

is wasted.However, if you are at a point where you are not sleeping

regularly, a job may be a good thing to cut out. I recommend finding a job

where you can study like university library or secretary position.


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7Take a full course load but level it out.Take a hard class or two with two

easy classes. Don't take chemistry, calculus, zoology and trig all in the

same semester. Be careful of the tricky 1 or 2 credit courses. They can be

very time consuming, even more so than a 3 or 4 credit class. Sometimes,

you will have to take a full course (generally after higher level major classes

have started and gen eds have ended), and a study schedule becomes

critical.


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8And lastly remember why you are in college.You are there to learn so

don't moan about going to class -- see it as an opportunity to improve

yourself. Take pride in your commitment to your studies. However, do not

neglect the fact that you will become depressed and have no friends if all

you ever do is study. Staying sane is half the battle, and having friends

should remain a priority.

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Pay attention in class.
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Keep an eye on your grades. See a counselor if you find yourself becoming depressed.

Stay on track with your amount of absences. Those also count against yourgrade!

Pick a major that plays to your strengths. For example, a chemistry majorwho loves that field of study may work a lot less and be more successful

than other students who chose the major for different reasons.

Learn to work with perfectionism. Make sure your professors stick with the grading terms they gave on the

syllabus. Contact the appropriate authorities if they don't follow the terms

they set. However, if it is not the end of the year do not alienate your

professor.

Join a study group. Balance fun and studying! Being stressed out all the time is not healthy. Utilize the school library. Study rooms will isolate you from the world's

distractions and allow you to better focus on your assignments. One hour of

work completed in the library is the equivalent of three hours in the dorm

room.

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Don't overwork. If you are stressed it will make it more difficult to study. DO NOT pull anall nighter.Know that you will be able to critically think

better and be more productive the day of if you sleep.

Don't push one class off to the side for too long.
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How to Maintain a 4.0 GPAEdited by Cheese319, Teresa, Maluniu, Lillian May and 47 others

Want to get good grades in middle school and high school? It isn't as hard

as you think it is. Just follow along with these steps,and through hard workand dedication you'll be on your way!

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1Decide to do what is necessary to bring your grades up to a possible

A+, if you have not already done that.Don't worry, you don't have to

memorize your textbooks, but:
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Put the subject matter in your own words by making an outline or

flashcards;

Draw and learn the timeline/history of topical events, such as how and

when knowledge increased, learn maps, tables and charts;

Turn in your homework, essays and term research paper on time;

Pay attention in class, and try to know and totally understand material

that may be on tests.

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Get organized.Stay current. Get a binder and notebook for each subject.

Get rid of old papers or assignments unless you think you'll refer back to

them. Stay ahead, being informed. Scan and then read ahead. Get anotebook or planner to write your daily assignments, such as homework.

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3Take solid notes,and don't forget to revise them. Use the notes you take

in class as rough drafts, and rewrite them when you get home. Ask your

teacher, if you have any doubts or questions about lectures, extra readings

and assigned work (don't be too shy or afraid).
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4Do all your homeworkand read the pages for the next session. Studying

and practicing skills beyond the homework is an easy way to keep your

grade up. Homework generally covers material you've already been taught

and should then learn, so if youpay attention,it should be pretty easy.
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5.

5Burn the midnight oil, on weekends, holidays and vacations for

advanced school and college courses such as calculus and beyond

(understand and derive the math proofs), math and theory of physics,

in-depth history timeline.

Assimilate and use the intricate terminology in biology, complex formulas

and theories such as in chemistry, or music theory, develop techniques of

arts and contrast and compare genres of literature. Such topics

are notlearned until you do the advanced readings, inculcate the love of

learning and exhaustive practice, learn detailed processes, learn the labs

and understand the derivations of concepts and how the terminology


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developed (the flow of the timeline of advances in knowledge and

applications in each subject). Avid learners can choose the "harder"

teachers and challenging subjects, insisting on having their studies

validated in their lives, imbued with virtues including the love of knowledgeand being well-grounded, not getting-by on rote memory and drill, or by

taking easy (give-me a grade) courses.

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6Study your subjects.Next to homework, it's the most important thing you

can do out of class. Make sure you devote enough time to each subject that

you can have a good grasp on what you're learning.
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7.

7Do extra credit.It's not as bad as you might think. It's just a bit more work

for a boost in your grade. After all, it's not like your grade can go down after

doing it, right?
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8Don't ditch.You can't get 100%, if you don't show up and don't do the

work. If you absolutely have to miss class, bring in a note so you get

excused for the absence.


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9Be persistent.Once you have an A, keep studying and doing your

assignments. Repetition is key.


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10Improve your work habit at school, remembering that these steps are

not guaranteed to get you a 4.0 grade point average, but rather to

achieve your best.


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11Get a good night's sleep.Don't be sleepy at school. It has been proven

that sleeping helps the mind relax and go through your problems, so that

you can understand them on your tests.


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12Eat a plentiful, healthy breakfast.Studies show that breakfast stimulates

the brain.


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while telling yourself that you'll "do it later". Start sooner, and take as much

time as you need.

Stay healthy. Get at least 8 hours of sleep a night. Also, drink lots of water. Study using flash cards, which are easy to organize, add more, and set

aside cards that are well understood, or use outlines that have all the key

issues and even check footnotes and do some advanced exercises in math

and such.

If you are having trouble with the class material, ask the teacher, professoror teaching assistant for clarification of difficult concepts. This seems like a

no brainer, but many students feel embarrassed and never get the help

they need. This simple tip will save you precious study time, and show the

professor how determined you are in doing well in his/her course.

Make sure that you keep a positive attitude. Finish homework early so you aren't stressed out.

Try to avoid getting in trouble. Follow rules. Be respectful and honorable.Be prompt to class (never tardy).

Refer back to your work when studying for assessments. If your parents are available to help, ask them!

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EditWarnings

Don't overwork yourself. Take breaks, and get plenty of sleep.

EditThings You'll Need

Pencils/Pens
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Notebooks

A Binder for each subject

High-lighters

Index cards for taking notes

Dividers and paper for binder

A planner

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