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Common Struggle and Obstacles to Overcome Among College Students

The transfer to college is an exciting and fresh experience for the majority of students.

It's also filled with personal hurdles that make each person's path unique. Many students look

to their high school experiences and education to aid in their transition to college because

they lay the foundation for what is to come. Some students may find it difficult to acclimate

to their new surroundings due to concerns such as commuting, juggling school and part-time

work, or coping with campus food. Other students may not be troubled by these items, but

they may be overworked. Among the obstacles, students confront include time management

problems, increasing difficulty with homework, losing a support system from their former

school, and even making new acquaintances and meeting new people. While each student's

problems and experiences are unique, all kids have in common is that they all encounter

obstacles. Their success in college and life will be determined by how successfully they

handle these problems.

Time management is a very critical issue that many college students face. Despite

spending less time in the classroom, the workload per class is higher. You must complete

twelve credits to be considered a full-time college student. Most of the students in college

spend time in class, but they have a heavier workload per class, between the hours of twelve

and eighteen. The average time spent in the classroom in high school and other tertiary

schools is thirty to thirty-five hours. College students spend roughly half as much time in the

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classroom as they did in high school. The amount of work required outside of the classroom

is much more significant. I struggle with finding time outside of class to devote to

schoolwork while avoiding the temptation to fill it with a part-time job or extracurriculars.

Regarding prioritization and time management, the ideal student works as much as he learns;

striking the right balance between work and play is critical to a productive academic session

(Cofer).

As a result, when I’m tired, I find it difficult to concentrate. This statement is entirely

accurate. With a full-time job and a heavy workload, the only time for homework is late in

hours of the night. Most of the time, I am working late and arrive at school early to get

enough shut-eye. This can have a significant impact on a student's academic performance.

When it comes to time management, I freely admit that I am a slacker. I work two part-time

jobs and am in a committed relationship while studying full-time. Finding time for everything

is difficult for me. I wish the day was longer and had more hours in it. This is because not

everything has a set start and end time, and it isn't easy to estimate how long each task will

take in practice. Working on campus allows you to save money on transportation and

concentrate more on your studies.

According to Cofer, Judith Ortiz, and in comparison, in my experience,

procrastination time management is the most difficult challenge that I face as a student. One

of my flaws is that I put off assignments until the very last minute. However, I speak for the

vast majority of students when I say this. Each project is given more time in college, and

students are expected to finish them. One way to deal with this common problem among

college students is to understand your limits (Cofer, 337).

Understanding my limits has been very important in helping me schedule my work

and studies. I have reduced the workload that I usually take at school, which has helped

reduce my stress levels. Further, I have scheduled time for activities unrelated to work or

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school, which help me unwind. This method has been very effective in helping me overcome

my procrastination habit. Understanding my limits has also helped me learn how to prioritize,

and thus I have been able to avoid overburdening myself.

I might give to others facing similar experiences as mine. If 18 credits in one semester

are too much for you, take 15 instead. Although it is evident that the primary objective of

attending college is to gain as much knowledge, constant study is not required. To keep your

mind fresh and clear, it's critical to schedule time for fun and to take breaks. This study habits

guide has more suggestions for dealing with academic stress.

In my own experience, emotional stress affects everyone, whether caused by personal

issues, school obligations, or family obligations. I was concerned about my family's financial

situation throughout my senior year of high school. Even though it meant putting my passions

and dreams on hold, I took it upon myself to get my first job to assist. The prioritization of

my work has improved over time, but there are still some ups and downs. The mindset

required to transition from high school to college must become more alert, relaxed, aspiring,

and optimistic. I learned from my own mistakes and experiences as I grew older. Outside of

high school, there is a real world. To advance to the next level of becoming a successful

college student, I learned that you must learn to buckle down and hit the books. My decisions

in the past and present have influenced my future. I learned to make the right decisions while

maintaining good morals and understanding due to my mentality.

Work Cited

Cofer, Judith Ortiz. "The Myth of the Latin Woman." Race, Class, and Gender: An

Anthology (2004): 337.

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