How to be a successful college student.

To be a successful college student today requires hard work, time, and patience. In my opinion there are three elements that are essential to rising to the top of the class. Those elements are showing up for class, effective study habits, and maintaining good physical health. Without these there is not a solid foundation to build on. A strong foundation is needed to withstand the vast amount of challenges that will entail a student’s life.
First, a student that does not show up for class does not give themselves a level playing field compared with students that attend the majority of classes. A research study conducted by Lindgren (1969) found that 84% of successful students (B average and above) always or almost always attended class. On the other hand, 45% of unsuccessful students (C- average or below) were often absent from class. Students can receive a portion of their grade based upon...