Strategies for Success
Areas of study
- 28% enrolled in BA/BA Hons., 18% in BSc/BSc Hons., 12% in BCom/BBA, 10% in BEd
- 59% of current students took more than 10 courses in the past 3 semesters
- 60% rate self as “highly motivated”
- 73% describe self as “able to cope with most problems”
- Support of one or more professors (60%)
- Peer study groups (35%)
- University library (38%)
- Online tools or websites (38%)
- Academic advisors (25%)
- Quiet place to think and study (70%)
- More understanding from professors (56%)
- Encouragement from family and friends (51%)
- Talking with peers in course (51%)
- Attend all your classes, take good notes, and study in an regularly scheduled way
- Manage your time effectively
- Build relationships with professors and friends
- Expect to work hard
- Don’t be afraid to get help if you need it
- Make time to relax
- Be confident in yourself
- Make friends
- Use the student services and other resources
- Participate in student organizations that support racial, cultural/ethnic groups