10 Tips for Nontraditional Students - different ones. Try searching for more too.

There are many tips in this blog. Try using the Search box for more.

#1. Try your best.

#2. Don't get distracted (by TV, parties, even making friends, which is also important...)

#3. Make studying and going to every class your #1 priority.

#4. Take some time to socialize and join groups at school.

#5. Don't feel like you have to ask lots of questions in class. Sit on your hands if you have to, but let others have a chance.

#6. Get relationships going with other people in class, and with your teachers.

#7. Reach out for help if you need it.

#8. If you feel ignored, or if you feel you don't fit in, try #4.

#9. Get a good Calendar. Use it.

#10. Take notes or record your class lectures.

Sound good?

Do you have a tip you want to add? Comment below. :-)

Betsyanne

Get Connected... at your school, or online, in class, with your teachers, more.

Here are some great reasons to get connected as a Nontraditional Student.

#1. It can help you get through school. Feeling connected helps people stay in school, and can make the whole process more fun too.

#2. You can help OTHERS get through too.

#3. You can influence policies in your school if you are involved in a school group.

#4. You won't feel as alone, and can talk out things.

Get connected at school.
You can get connected at your school or college. You can start your own Nontraditional Student group. OR check to see if your school already has a group you can join. Check the Nontraditional Student website and look under your state or country.

Get connected online.  
There are some great groups out there, on Facebook and other places too.
Here is one:
The Nontraditional Facebook page 

Get connected with fellow students in class.
Start a study group.
Talk to other students, meet for coffee or lunch.

Get connected with your teachers or professors.
Ask questions! Share your opinion (but not TOO much!)

Other helpful postings you may like are:
 
Get to know your college professors

Forming a Nontraditional Student group

Nontraditional Students - don't give up!

Think of some other good reasons to Get Connected? List them as a comment.

Betsyanne

Some Nontrad links: The Nontrad site and blog Join Nontrads on Facebook Nontrads on Yahoo Nontrads on Twitter

10 Success Tips for Nontraditional Students in College, Tech School, or GED classes

Going back to school after a break? Try these suggestions.

#1. Talk to a school rep - somebody that can help you reach your goals, and take the classes you need. This could be a School Advisor, or it could be an online Teacher. Try the Advisor first. Then go back at least once a year to make sure you are on track.

#2. Keep a notebook and calendar, and check it daily. Write down all of your assignments, and also spread out large things like reports or papers.

A new Nontraditional student scholarship, ten most popular postings from the blog.

Hello, nontraditional students and everyone who helps them out.

Here are the ten most popular postings here for this week.

#1. Finding Scholarships and Grants

#2. 10 Advantages of Face to Face Classes

#3. The Writing Center - do you have one?

#4. 10 Tips for Doing Well on Final Exams

#5. Are you in a Nontrad Student Group?

#6. Ivy League Schools are Beckoning to Nontraditional Students

#7. Introduction to Law School for Nontraditional Students

#8. Nontraditional Students Tips and Links

#9. Final Project Excitement - Are you Excited? This can help.

#10. Nontraditional Students in the Dorm - - Really??

AND here is a brand-new scholarship just for nontraditional students. I wrote about it on my Find Scholarships and Grants blog today.

Here is that link too: From the Find Scholarships and Grants Blog: A New Scholarship for Nontraditional Students.

Good luck on finals, and have a GREAT summer. Share your nontraditional journey as a comment here. Later!

Betsyanne

And here are more Nontrad links: The Nontrad site and blog Join Nontrads on Facebook Nontrads on Yahoo Nontrads on Twitter