Things No One Told You About Online College
Posted: April 01, 2022 | Author: Sayre Davis | Read Time: 3 minutes
Like anything in life, when you attend online college, you have to be prepared for a few things that no one may have told you. Here are four things you should know before enrolling in an online degree program.
You'll need to be organized and stay on top of your work if you want to succeed
One of the best tips we can offer our students is to be organized and stay on top of your work. It is important to keep yourself organized and there are tips to help you do just this. One of the most helpful ways to do this is to use the Canvas App and make sure you know your way around it. You can add events directly to your phone's calendar and so much more. This will keep you organized, which will help you stay on top of your workload.
It's important to find a good balance between socializing and studying
School can be difficult for anyone to traverse, and that's why it is important to keep track of socializing and studying. There are many things that can distract and make it feel overwhelming when attending school and limiting these can be a big help. Make sure you make time to tackle the education part of college and dominate in your classes. However, to do this, one must also find time to wind down from stressful days. Socializing can be one of the best ways to find time for yourself and relieve yourself from some stresses of college. Just make sure you find a good balance between the two.
You'll make friends with people from all over the world
Another great experience that one may not expect is meeting people from around the world. College is one of the greatest networking opportunities that one can have in their life. It will group you with like-minded individuals that are pursuing a similar career. Even when one is taking online courses, there are more and more ways to become friends with several individuals. Whether it's through Canvas or Skype, connecting has become easier and easier.
There's always someone who will help and offer advice
The last thing that may be news to you but is the most helpful thing to know is that no matter the circumstance, there is always help within reach. SUU prides itself on being a student-focused university and within this, we make sure that all students have help within arm’s reach. You will have your advisor, tutors, professors, and other students to be at your disposal to help you succeed.
In short, online college is a great way to make friends from all over the world, get help when you need it, and find a good balance between socializing and studying. However, there are a few things no one tells you about going to school online. The most important thing to remember is that everyone is in the same boat; we’re all trying to juggle work, family life, and education. If you ever feel overwhelmed or like you can’t do it alone, know that there are always people who will help. And finally, don’t forget to take some time for yourself!
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