Quick Guide for Studying

Common Study Mistakes

• Procrastination/Cramming

• Studying in the wrong environment

  • Loud or messy environments can be very distracting

• Over Studying

• Leaning on Notes only for Exams

• Focusing on one subject

• Studying with the wrong people

Getting Organized

• Create a weekly schedule

• Track all deadlines and any important reminders in one place

• Stop storing too many files and only keep what is important study material

• Use a Task Organizer

How much time should be dedicated to studying?

• 1 course= 6-9 hours of studying per week

  • For every hour you spend in class, it is recommended that students dedicate 3 hours outside of class studying for that specific course.

Study Methods

•  Speak out loud

  • 50% more likely to remember things you repeat out loud.

• Teach what you have learned

  • Test your knowledge by teaching out to someone else.

• Draw Diagrams

  • Helps with visualizing information that can be difficult to describe.

• Develop Flashcards

  • Test your knowledge of important information

  • Use Concept Cards

• Study in a Group

  • Understand the subject better by engaging and learning material together.