Have a Successful First Year of College

Being a little nervous and anxious before starting college is all completely normal. Having fears just means that you are invested in doing well and are eager to succeed, which, while scary feeling, actually means you're already doing everything right.

Going somewhere, by yourself, where you may or may not know a single person, just might be the bravest thing you've ever done. With so many ways to meet people, though, finding connections is easier than you may think.

You've waited a long time to start college. Now that you're officially a college student, how do you make sure that you set yourself up for success during the first few months?

The infamous "Freshman 15": the rumored fifteen pounds every freshman gains during their first year in college. These fifteen tips, however, provide you with quick and easy ways to make sure you stay healthy as you adjust to eating away from home.

You may have heard a lot about websites that rate college professors. How exactly do they work, and is their information helpful or just unregulated gossip?

Stress is inevitable for anyone attending college. Learn 10 tips to help keep it under control so you can focus on the more enjoyable parts of your college experience!

There will by many occasions when you will need or want to write to a college official, a coach, a potential reference writer, or a potential employer. Since it is easy and accessible to nearly everybody, you may be tempted to contact your person of interest by email. Email etiquette is essential!

There are a few terms you should know as you prepare for your college experience. A syllabus is a document, written by a professor, that outlines a college course.

Choosing an appropriate dorm meal plan for your college student can save you hundreds of dollars on college dorm costs.

College life brings many unique stressors with it. Find healthy ways to manage the stress of college life, and develop lifelong habits that will help you achieve success in whatever you do.

Many students deal with stress in college -- which can be a significant factor in the dreaded Freshman 15. Learn about the causes of stress in college, and find resources for dealing with college stress!

How do you stay healthy in college without having someone around to do everything for you? If you are a college student or the parent of a college student, share your tips for staying healthy in college.

There are many tips out there for avoiding cold and flu germs. Many are proven to help and others are not. Do you have some of your own ideas and routines that help keep you healthy? Share your tips and get some ideas from others that you may not have tried before.

Going off to college means more freedom from parents, a first chance to live on your own and learning to be responsible for yourself and your own choices. Part of personal responsibility is making sure you take care of yourself and stay as healthy as you can. These tips should help you, or your college student, maintain your health in college.

College student homesickness is more common that most students in school want to admit. Get information on why you might have it, how to deal with it -- and why it's perfectly normal.

These days, students aren't the only ones to go to college orientation. Parents and younger sibs do too. Here's what to expect during college orientation, including pros and cons on the timing.