Student Checklist

Student template is a 'to do list' for you to stay focused on your educational goals. Use this Student Checklist to figure out if a college is really right for you, have a good freshman experience and be effective and efficient student.
Research:
ð Check if you really want to be a student.
Is your education a priority right now?
ð Check if the school's reputation meet your requirements.
ð Consider your choices of where to live.
At home, in a nearby apartment, in dormitories on campus, in campus apartments
ð Check if financial aid is available.
Will the school let you pay your tuition and fees with the financial aid?
ð Check if scholarships are available at the school.
ð Find out what is the time period for getting a degree (or certificate)
ð Consider how much your college experience will cost.
ð Start researching individual schools and see if they meet your requirements.
ð Narrow your list down to five, visit the campuses and talk to students.

Admission:
ð Apply for admission and financial aid
ð Make arrangements for housing, food service, meal plans, etc., if necessary.
ð Look through the schedule
ð Post the Important Dates and Deadlines on bulletin
ð Meet with advisor and register for classes
ð Pay deposit or full fees by the date on the registration invoice
ð Get Zip card, PIN, Parking Permit, Student Health Insurance, renters insurance, etc.
ð Buy books and supplies
ð Find your classrooms.
ð Plan your Transportation.
Review public transportation options. Do you really need a car?
ð Plan your Extracurricular Activities.

Study:
ð Identify your goals and priorities.
What you want out of school and what you must do to get it?
ð Analyze how you're spending your time.
Is there anything you'll have to give up in order to complete your course work?
ð Make a schedule and try to stick to it.
Avoid procrastinating. Maintain self-discipline. Don't "put it off" or wait until the last minute to do your home work.
ð Think of a place where you can study so that you're not disturbed or interrupted frequently.
If there is no such a place wait until your colleagues, friends, and family go off and have fun.
ð Learn about the many activities available on campus by visiting Clubs and Organizations and join the ones you like.
ð Communicate effectively with teachers, ask as many questions as you have.
ð Try to apply everything you find out and learn,
Trying "teaching" it to someone else will help you remember the information more easily.
ð CELEBRATE when you pass all exams!

Education Checklists
Whether you are a student, lector, or person who's going to enter an educational institution, you need to be ready to face some problems and troubles that may occur any time. The education checklists of this section will help you be prepared for cases during your studies and training.
· Student Checklist
· Off-To-College Checklist
· Lessons Learnt Template
· First Day Checklist