What commitments do you have in addition to school?
In life it's best to strive for balance. You are going to have
commitments outside of school that will compete for your time. Some of
these commitments, like hobbies, are going to be your choice; some,
like commuting may leave you little choice.
Do you need to work?
Working more than 15 hours a week when
you are taking a full-time course load significantly reduces the amount
of time you have to devote to your studies and can have a negative
impact on your grades. Working more than 15 hours may also lead you to
choose to take fewer credits thereby taking more time to graduate. This
costs you more money in tuition and fees and delays your entry to the
workforce, which can have a negative impact on your potential earnings. To learn more about the costs of attending school more than four years, visit The Real Cost of Education.
Are you taking advantage of learning outside of the classroom?
There are many student groups on campus that can help you round out
your education. When it comes time to look for work after college,
students benefit from having volunteer and internship experience on
their resume.
To learn more about student groups, visit the University's web site on student life. To find out how to get volunteer or internship experience, visit the Career and Community Learning Center.
Are you preparing for graduate school?
Preparing for tests, such
as the MCAT, GRE, and LSAT, can be time-consuming. You might even
consider your study time for one of these tests a class in itself.
What commitments do you have in your personal life?
Although
it may not seem like it sometimes, there is more to life than school.
You may have family commitments, a partner or spouse, and friends. And
don't forget that you always need to eat, sleep, and wash the
occasional load of laundry. Do you need personal time for hobbies,
exercise, and whatever you do for yourself?
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