TIPS FOR SUCCEEDING IN COLLEGE

College is very different from high school and you will need to be more independent and self-directed. DSPS and other campus services are here to assist you but it will now be your responsibilityto see that your needs are met and you get what you want from your educational experience. Below are some of the skills you will need to help you succeed and get the most from your college education.

ACADEMIC SKILLS

I need to:

• establish personal and educational goals to help me get to where I want to be.
• take study skills and guidance classes to help improve my ability to study, to take notes and exams.
• improve my reading, writing and math skills.
• work on time management and self-management skills to make the most efficient use of my time.
• develop computer skills, especially if my disability requires specialized adapted computer knowledge.
• develop and improve strategies to compensate for my disability. attend all classes, be on time, complete all homework and meet with my counselor on a regular basis.

SELF-ADVOACY SKILLS

I need to:

• learn how to explain my disability and needs to others.
• identifymy strengths and weaknesses.
• learn what reasonable accommodations I require and how to ask for them.
• learn that it is OK to ask for assistance before it is too late to do so.
• understand my disabilityand learn ways to compensate and manage my condition.
• learn about the health benefits of proper nutrition and exercise.
• develop mature social and personal skills.
• realize that success or failure is up to me.

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Revised: December 2007