Studying is easy for me. I organize my time wisely and give myself at least an hour every day devoted to my books. It wasn’t always that easy, though.

When I first started my degree, I studied very little or not at all. I believed the best way to pass the big test was to keep the information fresh: wait until the day of the test and cram as much information in as I could.

I quickly learned this was a great way to forget everything I had studied.

Now, as soon as I know there’s a test coming, I’m all over it! As soon as the test is announced, I begin studying an hour each day specifically for it. And, I’ve found it’s good to find the right time of day to study. The best two times of day for me to study is right after class and again after my children go to bed. I grab my books, my cup of coffee and get to work.

As I got better at studying, I also came up with new ways to learn the harder stuff. Now, when I struggle with a question, I make a flashcard for it. Then, on test days, I review only those cards before entering class.

If you have bad study habits, your first goal should be to break them! Set a study plan and stick to it! You will see improvements not just in your grades but you may also feel more confident in class and reduce your stress levels.