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Let’s face it: your search history is probably filled with queries like “best study techniques” or “how to focus better.” Most of what you find is either too generic or not tailored to your learning style. We’re here to offer something more substantial — a scientifically-backed guide to crafting the best study routine. Let’s dive in!

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Creating an effective study routine isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Here’s a breakdown to help you tailor a study routine to your unique schedule and academic needs.

• Evaluate your schedule: Before building your study routine, closely examine your daily schedule and commitments. When do your classes start and end? Do you have any extracurricular activities? Do you have to work after class? By understanding your daily schedule, you can create a more personalized study routine.
• Set realistic goals: Have you ever told yourself that you’d finish reading 10 chapters of your textbook in a single all-nighter? You’re not alone in falling into this lie countless times. That’s why breaking down larger academic goals into smaller, achievable tasks is a must. You need to be able to set specific and realistic goals for each study session.
• Plan study blocks: After being honest with yourself about your goals, decide how many hours a day you would dedicate to studying. It could be as short or as long as you want — as long as you guarantee that you can maximize your study time. The quality of your learning is more important than the quantity or amount of hours you put into studying!
• Create a distraction-free environment: Spending 10 hours studying is useless if it’s broken up scrolling through social media. Because of this, it is important to minimize distractions during your study sessions. You can do this by finding a quiet, clutter-free space where you can concentrate fully. Turn off your phone and use website blockers like Cold Turkey to maximize productivity.
• Organize your study materials : A well-organized set of resources can save you time and stress. Check out our post on the best Notion templates for students for some inspiration.
• Prioritize sleep and schedule: Studying is important, but so is your physical health! Your cognitive abilities are directly linked to your wellbeing. Make sure you get enough sleep and fit in some physical activity to keep your mind sharp.
• Stay consistent: If you start committing to your planned study schedule as much as possible, it’ll eventually become second nature and make it quicker to dive into a state of deep focus every time.
• Be flexible: Life happens, and things don’t always go as planned — and that’s okay! It just means that your routine might need adjustments from time to time. Don’t be too hard on yourself, and learn to adapt to changes in your schedule. If you accidentally missed a study session, relax and just pick up where you left off.

Sample Study Routines to Follow

Morning & afternoon study routine.

If you’re an early riser who enjoys soaking up the morning sun, a daytime study routine is perfect for you. Studying in the morning has the added advantage of being in line with our natural body clock since alertness is at its peak in the morning and early afternoon.

Here’s a sample schedule that you can follow:

• 5:30 AM – 6:15 AM: Rise and shine! Kick-start your day with a healthy breakfast. You can also try to engage in a short meditation or stretching session to feel more awake.
• 6:15 AM – 6:30 AM: Grab a pen and paper or your digital notepad so that you can set your study goals for the day and specific tasks you need to accomplish.
• 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM: Time to exercise! You can do any form of physical activity, from light cardio (like walking) to lifting weights in the gym.
• 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM: First study block (or attend your classes). Start your timer: 25-minute study with a 5-minute break, repeat 4x, then a long break — or use a timer that automatically does it for you .
• 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Take an extended break. Stretch, grab a snack, and breathe some fresh air. Look away from your screen to minimize eye strain.
• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Second study block (or attend your classes). Start your timer and finish another full Pomodoro session (25-minute study with a 5-minute break, repeat 4x, then a long break).
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch break! This is the perfect time to refuel your body with nourishing food and prep for your afternoon study session.
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM : Third study block (or attend your classes). Don’t forget to use techniques like active recall and mind mapping (more on that below) to reinforce the concepts you learned in the morning.
• 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Time for another extended break. Why not walk to a nearby café for a change of scenery, or go to a virtual café ?
• 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Final study block (or attend your classes). Use this final session to consolidate your learning and list areas requiring further attention.
• 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM: Free time! Reward yourself by unwinding and relaxing after a productive day. Pursue your hobbies, spend time with friends and family, or watch a movie .
• 9:30 PM – 5:30 AM: Get a good night’s rest to feel fully recharged the next day!

Nighttime Study Routine

Not everyone is made for a daytime study routine. You might just feel more productive at night, or maybe you’ve got daytime commitments like a job or other extracurricular activities. If you’re a night owl and not an early riser, give this sample nighttime study routine a whirl:

• 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Boost your energy with a late-day workout. This will help set your mood for your upcoming study session.
• 6:00 PM – 6:15 PM: Grab a pen and paper or your digital notepad to set your study goals for the night and specific tasks you need to accomplish.
• 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM: First study block. Start your timer and finish a full Pomodoro session (25-minute study with a 5-minute break, repeat 4x, then a long break). Try starting with lighter subjects first to ease yourself into the night.
• 8:15 PM – 9:00 PM: Dinner time! Have a nutritious meal to fuel yourself for the long night ahead.
• 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Second study block. Start your timer and finish another full Pomodoro session.
• 11:00 PM – 11:30 PM: Take an extended break. You can even take a power nap if you want to. Just make sure to set an alarm to avoid oversleeping!
• 11:30 PM – 1:30 AM: Third study block. Start your timer and finish another full Pomodoro session. Try switching to a different subject to keep things interesting!
• 1:30 AM – 2:00 AM: Relax and recharge for a while. Don’t forget to stay hydrated and have a light snack if you want to.
• 2:00 AM – 4:00 AM: Final study block. Review the material you studied during the whole night. Why not try to use the Feynman technique to test your learning? (check it out below)
• 4:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Go to bed and make sure you get at least 7-8 hours of sleep. Make sure to turn off your devices and create a relaxing bedtime routine.
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Time to wake up! Sustain your body’s needs by eating your first meal of the day.
• 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Free time! Ideally, you should engage in activities to help unwind and clear your mind. You should also eat your second meal of the day during this period.

With a general framework in place and some sample routines to try, let’s explore some scientifically-backed techniques to enhance your study routine.

Pomodoro Technique

The Pomodoro Technique is a time-tested and community favorite strategy that breaks your study time into 25 minute intervals, followed by short breaks. It helps your brain stay focused and reduces fatigue.

Luckily, you can use dedicated free Pomodoro-focused tools like Flocus to automatically switch between study and break periods instead of winding up a manual timer for each interval.

Don’t know what to do during your study breaks? Here are some Pomodoro break ideas . Also, if you think that the Pomodoro technique isn’t for you, we’ve rounded up some of the best Pomodoro alternatives to try.

Active Recall

Active recall beats passive learning hands down. Instead of simply reading through material, this method challenges you to recall information from memory. In fact, passive learning is considered one of the least effective study methods. Active recall may be challenging to get used to at first, but the amount of retained information you’ll get will make the process worth it! When it comes to active recall, nothing beats the use of flashcards — whether handwritten or created using digital apps such as Anki .

Mind Mapping

If you are visual person, then this strategy is perfect for you. Mind mapping is a visual technique that helps you organize and understand complex information. Basically, it’s creating a map of your thoughts! Start with a central idea and then let it branch out by adding related subtopics and ideas. Feel free to add colors and images to make it even more memorable and effective. Just the process of creating the mind map itself already helps you solidify your understanding of the topic.

Feynman Technique

This technique, inspired by the learning approach of renowned physicist Richard Feynman, involves breaking down complex ideas into simpler terms — as if you’re teaching a concept to a total beginner. While doing this, you’ll probably identify gaps in your knowledge and better understand the topic. Generally, if you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.

Ultimately, the best study routine is the one that fits your unique lifestyle. Experiment with different schedules and see what works best for you. Whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, consistency and dedication are the keys to academic success. Take time to craft your best study routine, and you’ll be acing your exams in no time!

What is the best study routine and schedule for you? Any other study techniques you want to share? Let us know in the comments below!

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This article was co-authored by Ronitte Libedinsky, MS . Ronitte Libedinsky is an Academic Tutor and the Founder of Brighter Minds SF, a San Francisco, California based company that provides one-on-one and small group tutoring. Specializing in tutoring mathematics (pre-algebra, algebra I/II, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus) and science (chemistry, biology), Ronitte has over 10 years of experience tutoring to middle school, high school, and college students. She also tutors in SSAT, Terra Nova, HSPT, SAT, and ACT test prep. Ronitte holds a BS in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, and an MS in Chemistry from Tel Aviv University. There are 7 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. wikiHow marks an article as reader-approved once it receives enough positive feedback. In this case, 91% of readers who voted found the article helpful, earning it our reader-approved status. This article has been viewed 479,070 times.

It feels like homework never stops getting piled on, and keeping track of it all can feel a little chaotic. That’s where a homework schedule comes in. With a good schedule, you won’t have to worry about missing homework assignments or not having enough time to finish them, and it’s surprisingly easy to put one together. Not sure where to start? Don’t worry—we’ll walk you through what to do step-by-step below!

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Understanding What Needs To Get Done

• The subject or course in which the work is assigned (for example, Spanish , algebra , French or English )
• Know what you're expected to hand in or do and ask if you do not understand (for example, turn in an essay , develop a PowerPoint presentation, or take a test.)
• The details of your assignments (for example, double-spaced or single-spaced, blue ink or black).
• Page numbers (which pages you need to read, study, or refer to complete your assignment.)
• Due date of the assignment.

Getting All of Your Homework Done

• To solve this problem, if you cannot meet all the deadlines, use a static priority rate-monotonic policy. Find the course that releases new homework the most frequently, and list it the highest (do the work first), and so forth. This is mathematically optimal among all static-priority scheduling policies. In other words, if ANY static priority scheme can meet all the deadlines, the rate-monotonic static priority scheme will meet all the deadlines, too. When the static priority scheme misses deadlines, it is deterministic - the lowest priority class assignments will be skipped, so it behaves predictably when you are overloaded. If certain assignments have the same due date, then start with the one(s) that are hardest or will take the longest.

• If you have a five-page English paper due on Friday, evenly spread the total amount of hours you believe it is going to take to complete the paper between each day.
• If you have multiple assignments to complete in one night, it may be helpful to start with the most challenging on and leave the easier ones for later.
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• Avoid distractions such as TV, video games, phone conversation, or surfing the internet. You must fully devote your schedule to doing this. That means turning off all electronics except your lamp , clock , and room light, and, if needed, your computer. You may even want to turn off your phone. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0

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• Try writing reminders on sticky-notes about your assignment due dates or important information you really need to remember. Put these sticky notes in a place you regularly go to in your house (such as your homework area, bedroom, or closet), so that you'll see them and be reminded.
• If you're having a really hard time concentrating, take a short break (even if it isn't your schedule break time). Even taking a walk outside for ten minutes or grabbing a quick snack from the kitchen can help you reset.
• If music with lyrics distracts you, don't try to listen to it while you do homework. Consider playing white noise or instrumental music instead to help you focus.

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Everyone struggles with homework sometimes, but if getting your homework done has become a chronic issue for you, then you may need a little extra help. That’s why we’ve written this article all about how to do homework. Once you’re finished reading it, you’ll know how to do homework (and have tons of new ways to motivate yourself to do homework)!

We’ve broken this article down into a few major sections. You’ll find:

• A diagnostic test to help you figure out why you’re struggling with homework
• A discussion of the four major homework problems students face, along with expert tips for addressing them
• A bonus section with tips for how to do homework fast

By the end of this article, you’ll be prepared to tackle whatever homework assignments your teachers throw at you .

So let’s get started!

How to Do Homework: Figure Out Your Struggles 

Sometimes it feels like everything is standing between you and getting your homework done. But the truth is, most people only have one or two major roadblocks that are keeping them from getting their homework done well and on time. 

The best way to figure out how to get motivated to do homework starts with pinpointing the issues that are affecting your ability to get your assignments done. That’s why we’ve developed a short quiz to help you identify the areas where you’re struggling. 

Take the quiz below and record your answers on your phone or on a scrap piece of paper. Keep in mind there are no wrong answers! 

1. You’ve just been assigned an essay in your English class that’s due at the end of the week. What’s the first thing you do?

A. Keep it in mind, even though you won’t start it until the day before it’s due  B. Open up your planner. You’ve got to figure out when you’ll write your paper since you have band practice, a speech tournament, and your little sister’s dance recital this week, too.  C. Groan out loud. Another essay? You could barely get yourself to write the last one!  D. Start thinking about your essay topic, which makes you think about your art project that’s due the same day, which reminds you that your favorite artist might have just posted to Instagram...so you better check your feed right now. 

2. Your mom asked you to pick up your room before she gets home from work. You’ve just gotten home from school. You decide you’ll tackle your chores: 

A. Five minutes before your mom walks through the front door. As long as it gets done, who cares when you start?  B. As soon as you get home from your shift at the local grocery store.  C. After you give yourself a 15-minute pep talk about how you need to get to work.  D. You won’t get it done. Between texts from your friends, trying to watch your favorite Netflix show, and playing with your dog, you just lost track of time! 

3. You’ve signed up to wash dogs at the Humane Society to help earn money for your senior class trip. You: 

A. Show up ten minutes late. You put off leaving your house until the last minute, then got stuck in unexpected traffic on the way to the shelter.  B. Have to call and cancel at the last minute. You forgot you’d already agreed to babysit your cousin and bake cupcakes for tomorrow’s bake sale.  C. Actually arrive fifteen minutes early with extra brushes and bandanas you picked up at the store. You’re passionate about animals, so you’re excited to help out! D. Show up on time, but only get three dogs washed. You couldn’t help it: you just kept getting distracted by how cute they were!

4. You have an hour of downtime, so you decide you’re going to watch an episode of The Great British Baking Show. You: 

A. Scroll through your social media feeds for twenty minutes before hitting play, which means you’re not able to finish the whole episode. Ugh! You really wanted to see who was sent home!  B. Watch fifteen minutes until you remember you’re supposed to pick up your sister from band practice before heading to your part-time job. No GBBO for you!  C. You finish one episode, then decide to watch another even though you’ve got SAT studying to do. It’s just more fun to watch people make scones.  D. Start the episode, but only catch bits and pieces of it because you’re reading Twitter, cleaning out your backpack, and eating a snack at the same time.

5. Your teacher asks you to stay after class because you’ve missed turning in two homework assignments in a row. When she asks you what’s wrong, you say: 

A. You planned to do your assignments during lunch, but you ran out of time. You decided it would be better to turn in nothing at all than submit unfinished work.  B. You really wanted to get the assignments done, but between your extracurriculars, family commitments, and your part-time job, your homework fell through the cracks.  C. You have a hard time psyching yourself to tackle the assignments. You just can’t seem to find the motivation to work on them once you get home.  D. You tried to do them, but you had a hard time focusing. By the time you realized you hadn’t gotten anything done, it was already time to turn them in. 

Like we said earlier, there are no right or wrong answers to this quiz (though your results will be better if you answered as honestly as possible). Here’s how your answers break down: 

• If your answers were mostly As, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is procrastination. 
• If your answers were mostly Bs, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is time management. 
• If your answers were mostly Cs, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is motivation. 
• If your answers were mostly Ds, then your biggest struggle with doing homework is getting distracted. 

Now that you’ve identified why you’re having a hard time getting your homework done, we can help you figure out how to fix it! Scroll down to find your core problem area to learn more about how you can start to address it. 

And one more thing: you’re really struggling with homework, it’s a good idea to read through every section below. You may find some additional tips that will help make homework less intimidating. 

How to Do Homework When You’re a Procrastinator  

Merriam Webster defines “procrastinate” as “to put off intentionally and habitually.” In other words, procrastination is when you choose to do something at the last minute on a regular basis. If you’ve ever found yourself pulling an all-nighter, trying to finish an assignment between periods, or sprinting to turn in a paper minutes before a deadline, you’ve experienced the effects of procrastination. 

If you’re a chronic procrastinator, you’re in good company. In fact, one study found that 70% to 95% of undergraduate students procrastinate when it comes to doing their homework. Unfortunately, procrastination can negatively impact your grades. Researchers have found that procrastination can lower your grade on an assignment by as much as five points ...which might not sound serious until you realize that can mean the difference between a B- and a C+. 

Procrastination can also negatively affect your health by increasing your stress levels , which can lead to other health conditions like insomnia, a weakened immune system, and even heart conditions. Getting a handle on procrastination can not only improve your grades, it can make you feel better, too! 

The big thing to understand about procrastination is that it’s not the result of laziness. Laziness is defined as being “disinclined to activity or exertion.” In other words, being lazy is all about doing nothing. But a s this Psychology Today article explains , procrastinators don’t put things off because they don’t want to work. Instead, procrastinators tend to postpone tasks they don’t want to do in favor of tasks that they perceive as either more important or more fun. Put another way, procrastinators want to do things...as long as it’s not their homework! 

3 Tips f or Conquering Procrastination 

Because putting off doing homework is a common problem, there are lots of good tactics for addressing procrastination. Keep reading for our three expert tips that will get your homework habits back on track in no time. 

#1: Create a Reward System

Like we mentioned earlier, procrastination happens when you prioritize other activities over getting your homework done. Many times, this happens because homework...well, just isn’t enjoyable. But you can add some fun back into the process by rewarding yourself for getting your work done. 

Here’s what we mean: let’s say you decide that every time you get your homework done before the day it’s due, you’ll give yourself a point. For every five points you earn, you’ll treat yourself to your favorite dessert: a chocolate cupcake! Now you have an extra (delicious!) incentive to motivate you to leave procrastination in the dust. 

If you’re not into cupcakes, don’t worry. Your reward can be anything that motivates you . Maybe it’s hanging out with your best friend or an extra ten minutes of video game time. As long as you’re choosing something that makes homework worth doing, you’ll be successful. 

#2: Have a Homework Accountability Partner 

If you’re having trouble getting yourself to start your homework ahead of time, it may be a good idea to call in reinforcements . Find a friend or classmate you can trust and explain to them that you’re trying to change your homework habits. Ask them if they’d be willing to text you to make sure you’re doing your homework and check in with you once a week to see if you’re meeting your anti-procrastination goals. 

Sharing your goals can make them feel more real, and an accountability partner can help hold you responsible for your decisions. For example, let’s say you’re tempted to put off your science lab write-up until the morning before it’s due. But you know that your accountability partner is going to text you about it tomorrow...and you don’t want to fess up that you haven’t started your assignment. A homework accountability partner can give you the extra support and incentive you need to keep your homework habits on track. 

#3: Create Your Own Due Dates 

If you’re a life-long procrastinator, you might find that changing the habit is harder than you expected. In that case, you might try using procrastination to your advantage! If you just can’t seem to stop doing your work at the last minute, try setting your own due dates for assignments that range from a day to a week before the assignment is actually due. 

Here’s what we mean. Let’s say you have a math worksheet that’s been assigned on Tuesday and is due on Friday. In your planner, you can write down the due date as Thursday instead. You may still put off your homework assignment until the last minute...but in this case, the “last minute” is a day before the assignment’s real due date . This little hack can trick your procrastination-addicted brain into planning ahead! 

If you feel like Kevin Hart in this meme, then our tips for doing homework when you're busy are for you. 

How to Do Homework When You’re too Busy

If you’re aiming to go to a top-tier college , you’re going to have a full plate. Because college admissions is getting more competitive, it’s important that you’re maintaining your grades , studying hard for your standardized tests , and participating in extracurriculars so your application stands out. A packed schedule can get even more hectic once you add family obligations or a part-time job to the mix. 

If you feel like you’re being pulled in a million directions at once, you’re not alone. Recent research has found that stress—and more severe stress-related conditions like anxiety and depression— are a major problem for high school students . In fact, one study from the American Psychological Association found that during the school year, students’ stress levels are higher than those of the adults around them. 

For students, homework is a major contributor to their overall stress levels . Many high schoolers have multiple hours of homework every night , and figuring out how to fit it into an already-packed schedule can seem impossible. 

3 Tips for Fitting Homework Into Your Busy Schedule

While it might feel like you have literally no time left in your schedule, there are still ways to make sure you’re able to get your homework done and meet your other commitments. Here are our expert homework tips for even the busiest of students. 

#1: Make a Prioritized To-Do List 

You probably already have a to-do list to keep yourself on track. The next step is to prioritize the items on your to-do list so you can see what items need your attention right away. 

Here’s how it works: at the beginning of each day, sit down and make a list of all the items you need to get done before you go to bed. This includes your homework, but it should also take into account any practices, chores, events, or job shifts you may have. Once you get everything listed out, it’s time to prioritize them using the labels A, B, and C. Here’s what those labels mean:

• A Tasks : tasks that have to get done—like showing up at work or turning in an assignment—get an A. 
• B Tasks : these are tasks that you would like to get done by the end of the day but aren’t as time sensitive. For example, studying for a test you have next week could be a B-level task. It’s still important, but it doesn’t have to be done right away.
• C Tasks: these are tasks that aren’t very important and/or have no real consequences if you don’t get them done immediately. For instance, if you’re hoping to clean out your closet but it’s not an assigned chore from your parents, you could label that to-do item with a C.

Prioritizing your to-do list helps you visualize which items need your immediate attention, and which items you can leave for later. A prioritized to-do list ensures that you’re spending your time efficiently and effectively, which helps you make room in your schedule for homework. So even though you might really want to start making decorations for Homecoming (a B task), you’ll know that finishing your reading log (an A task) is more important. 

#2: Use a Planner With Time Labels

Your planner is probably packed with notes, events, and assignments already. (And if you’re not using a planner, it’s time to start!) But planners can do more for you than just remind you when an assignment is due. If you’re using a planner with time labels, it can help you visualize how you need to spend your day.

A planner with time labels breaks your day down into chunks, and you assign tasks to each chunk of time. For example, you can make a note of your class schedule with assignments, block out time to study, and make sure you know when you need to be at practice. Once you know which tasks take priority, you can add them to any empty spaces in your day. 

Planning out how you spend your time not only helps you use it wisely, it can help you feel less overwhelmed, too . We’re big fans of planners that include a task list ( like this one ) or have room for notes ( like this one ). 

#3: Set Reminders on Your Phone 

If you need a little extra nudge to make sure you’re getting your homework done on time, it’s a good idea to set some reminders on your phone. You don’t need a fancy app, either. You can use your alarm app to have it go off at specific times throughout the day to remind you to do your homework. This works especially well if you have a set homework time scheduled. So if you’ve decided you’re doing homework at 6:00 pm, you can set an alarm to remind you to bust out your books and get to work. 

If you use your phone as your planner, you may have the option to add alerts, emails, or notifications to scheduled events . Many calendar apps, including the one that comes with your phone, have built-in reminders that you can customize to meet your needs. So if you block off time to do your homework from 4:30 to 6:00 pm, you can set a reminder that will pop up on your phone when it’s time to get started. 

This dog isn't judging your lack of motivation...but your teacher might. Keep reading for tips to help you motivate yourself to do your homework.

How to Do Homework When You’re Unmotivated 

At first glance, it may seem like procrastination and being unmotivated are the same thing. After all, both of these issues usually result in you putting off your homework until the very last minute. 

But there’s one key difference: many procrastinators are working, they’re just prioritizing work differently. They know they’re going to start their homework...they’re just going to do it later. 

Conversely, people who are unmotivated to do homework just can’t find the willpower to tackle their assignments. Procrastinators know they’ll at least attempt the homework at the last minute, whereas people who are unmotivated struggle with convincing themselves to do it at a ll. For procrastinators, the stress comes from the inevitable time crunch. For unmotivated people, the stress comes from trying to convince themselves to do something they don’t want to do in the first place. 

Here are some common reasons students are unmotivated in doing homework : 

• Assignments are too easy, too hard, or seemingly pointless 
• Students aren’t interested in (or passionate about) the subject matter
• Students are intimidated by the work and/or feels like they don’t understand the assignment 
• Homework isn’t fun, and students would rather spend their time on things that they enjoy 

To sum it up: people who lack motivation to do their homework are more likely to not do it at all, or to spend more time worrying about doing their homework than...well, actually doing it.

3 Tips for How to Get Motivated to Do Homework

The key to getting homework done when you’re unmotivated is to figure out what does motivate you, then apply those things to homework. It sounds tricky...but it’s pretty simple once you get the hang of it! Here are our three expert tips for motivating yourself to do your homework. 

#1: Use Incremental Incentives

When you’re not motivated, it’s important to give yourself small rewards to stay focused on finishing the task at hand. The trick is to keep the incentives small and to reward yourself often. For example, maybe you’re reading a good book in your free time. For every ten minutes you spend on your homework, you get to read five pages of your book. Like we mentioned earlier, make sure you’re choosing a reward that works for you! 

So why does this technique work? Using small rewards more often allows you to experience small wins for getting your work done. Every time you make it to one of your tiny reward points, you get to celebrate your success, which gives your brain a boost of dopamine . Dopamine helps you stay motivated and also creates a feeling of satisfaction when you complete your homework !  

#2: Form a Homework Group 

If you’re having trouble motivating yourself, it’s okay to turn to others for support. Creating a homework group can help with this. Bring together a group of your friends or classmates, and pick one time a week where you meet and work on homework together. You don’t have to be in the same class, or even taking the same subjects— the goal is to encourage one another to start (and finish!) your assignments. 

Another added benefit of a homework group is that you can help one another if you’re struggling to understand the material covered in your classes. This is especially helpful if your lack of motivation comes from being intimidated by your assignments. Asking your friends for help may feel less scary than talking to your teacher...and once you get a handle on the material, your homework may become less frightening, too. 

#3: Change Up Your Environment 

If you find that you’re totally unmotivated, it may help if you find a new place to do your homework. For example, if you’ve been struggling to get your homework done at home, try spending an extra hour in the library after school instead. The change of scenery can limit your distractions and give you the energy you need to get your work done. 

If you’re stuck doing homework at home, you can still use this tip. For instance, maybe you’ve always done your homework sitting on your bed. Try relocating somewhere else, like your kitchen table, for a few weeks. You may find that setting up a new “homework spot” in your house gives you a motivational lift and helps you get your work done. 

Social media can be a huge problem when it comes to doing homework. We have advice for helping you unplug and regain focus.

How to Do Homework When You’re Easily Distracted

We live in an always-on world, and there are tons of things clamoring for our attention. From friends and family to pop culture and social media, it seems like there’s always something (or someone!) distracting us from the things we need to do.

The 24/7 world we live in has affected our ability to focus on tasks for prolonged periods of time. Research has shown that over the past decade, an average person’s attention span has gone from 12 seconds to eight seconds . And when we do lose focus, i t takes people a long time to get back on task . One study found that it can take as long as 23 minutes to get back to work once we’ve been distracte d. No wonder it can take hours to get your homework done! 

3 Tips to Improve Your Focus

If you have a hard time focusing when you’re doing your homework, it’s a good idea to try and eliminate as many distractions as possible. Here are three expert tips for blocking out the noise so you can focus on getting your homework done. 

#1: Create a Distraction-Free Environment

Pick a place where you’ll do your homework every day, and make it as distraction-free as possible. Try to find a location where there won’t be tons of noise, and limit your access to screens while you’re doing your homework. Put together a focus-oriented playlist (or choose one on your favorite streaming service), and put your headphones on while you work. 

You may find that other people, like your friends and family, are your biggest distraction. If that’s the case, try setting up some homework boundaries. Let them know when you’ll be working on homework every day, and ask them if they’ll help you keep a quiet environment. They’ll be happy to lend a hand! 

#2: Limit Your Access to Technology 

We know, we know...this tip isn’t fun, but it does work. For homework that doesn’t require a computer, like handouts or worksheets, it’s best to put all your technology away . Turn off your television, put your phone and laptop in your backpack, and silence notifications on any wearable tech you may be sporting. If you listen to music while you work, that’s fine...but make sure you have a playlist set up so you’re not shuffling through songs once you get started on your homework. 

If your homework requires your laptop or tablet, it can be harder to limit your access to distractions. But it’s not impossible! T here are apps you can download that will block certain websites while you’re working so that you’re not tempted to scroll through Twitter or check your Facebook feed. Silence notifications and text messages on your computer, and don’t open your email account unless you absolutely have to. And if you don’t need access to the internet to complete your assignments, turn off your WiFi. Cutting out the online chatter is a great way to make sure you’re getting your homework done. 

#3: Set a Timer (the Pomodoro Technique)

Have you ever heard of the Pomodoro technique ? It’s a productivity hack that uses a timer to help you focus!

Here’s how it works: first, set a timer for 25 minutes. This is going to be your work time. During this 25 minutes, all you can do is work on whatever homework assignment you have in front of you. No email, no text messaging, no phone calls—just homework. When that timer goes off, you get to take a 5 minute break. Every time you go through one of these cycles, it’s called a “pomodoro.” For every four pomodoros you complete, you can take a longer break of 15 to 30 minutes.

The pomodoro technique works through a combination of boundary setting and rewards. First, it gives you a finite amount of time to focus, so you know that you only have to work really hard for 25 minutes. Once you’ve done that, you’re rewarded with a short break where you can do whatever you want. Additionally, tracking how many pomodoros you complete can help you see how long you’re really working on your homework. (Once you start using our focus tips, you may find it doesn’t take as long as you thought!)

Two Bonus Tips for How to Do Homework Fast

Even if you’re doing everything right, there will be times when you just need to get your homework done as fast as possible. (Why do teachers always have projects due in the same week? The world may never know.)

The problem with speeding through homework is that it’s easy to make mistakes. While turning in an assignment is always better than not submitting anything at all, you want to make sure that you’re not compromising quality for speed. Simply put, the goal is to get your homework done quickly and still make a good grade on the assignment! 

Here are our two bonus tips for getting a decent grade on your homework assignments , even when you’re in a time crunch. 

#1: Do the Easy Parts First 

This is especially true if you’re working on a handout with multiple questions. Before you start working on the assignment, read through all the questions and problems. As you do, make a mark beside the questions you think are “easy” to answer . 

Once you’ve finished going through the whole assignment, you can answer these questions first. Getting the easy questions out of the way as quickly as possible lets you spend more time on the trickier portions of your homework, which will maximize your assignment grade. 

(Quick note: this is also a good strategy to use on timed assignments and tests, like the SAT and the ACT !) 

#2: Pay Attention in Class 

Homework gets a lot easier when you’re actively learning the material. Teachers aren’t giving you homework because they’re mean or trying to ruin your weekend... it’s because they want you to really understand the course material. Homework is designed to reinforce what you’re already learning in class so you’ll be ready to tackle harder concepts later.

When you pay attention in class, ask questions, and take good notes, you’re absorbing the information you’ll need to succeed on your homework assignments. (You’re stuck in class anyway, so you might as well make the most of it!) Not only will paying attention in class make your homework less confusing, it will also help it go much faster, too.

What’s Next?

If you’re looking to improve your productivity beyond homework, a good place to begin is with time management. After all, we only have so much time in a day...so it’s important to get the most out of it! To get you started, check out this list of the 12 best time management techniques that you can start using today.

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How many times have you become frustrated when you had to pay for your favorite study app or when access to your most relied-upon website became paid-only?

Once? Twice? Dozens of times?

It’s time to say no to such frustrations. Because here at IvyPanda, we’ve gathered the best study services and apps for college students that are entirely free.

Keep reading!

• The Best Time Management Apps for Students
• The Best Online Collaboration Tools for Students
• Critical Thinking Tools
• Homework Apps and Websites
• Digital Storytelling Tools and Websites
• Citation Tools
• Note Taking & Word Editors
• The Best Apps For Students

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Use your time wisely: the best time management apps for students.

First and foremost, every student should learn how to manage their time efficiently . You take a lot of classes and have tons of homework and perhaps even a full-time or part-time job, which together may take up all of your time.

You may ask…

How can you possibly keep a study-life and work-life balance?

It is not as hard as it may seem because there are plenty of helpful time management apps for college students:

• Google Calendar

This is probably one of the most popular time management products. Google Calendar has a traditional interface and may very well be a must-have app for every student. It is available on both Android and iOS platforms as well as online. Make your class schedule, plan your meetings, and share upcoming events with your friends.

Even better:

You can add descriptions, attach pictures or files to events, and set reminders.

Available on: iOS, Android, web

• My Study Life

My Study Life is another cross-platform student planner that will help you organize your college schedule. The app supports both a traditional timetable and day/week rotation.

By the way…

Did we mention that it’s free?

Available on: iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Windows 8, web

• Focus Booster

Have you ever procrastinated when doing your homework? If so, you should try the Pomodoro Technique for your studies. All you have to do is break your task into short time blocks (around 20 – 25 minutes each) and focus on your work. The Focus Booster app will help you keep your attention on the assignment, track the time, and create useful reports.

There is no Stop button!

The free version of the app allows for 20 sessions/month, including time tracking, the Pomodoro timer, and reporting.

Available on: iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, web

How much time do you spend surfing distracting websites instead of doing your writing assignment? RescueTime may become an indispensable app for you. Use its free version to better understand how you spend your time:

• Keep an eye on the websites and applications you use while doing homework
• Get a weekly report of your activity

There is also a premium pricing plan available for only $9/month, which will block distracting sites, keep a log of your accomplishments, and allow for the creation of detailed filters and reports.

Available on: Android, Windows, Mac, Linux

Keep an eye on all your tasks with this simple cross-platform tool. Todoist is a free online planner for students and anyone else who wants to stay organized. Use this tool to set up, track, and review your daily and weekly tasks.

Available on: Android, Windows, Mac, iOS, web

Collaborate With Your Classmates: The Best Online Collaboration Tools for Students

Teamwork and the ability to communicate with others are some of the most essential skills for your future.

You may be wondering: why are they so important?

And here is the deal…

Being able to work in a group gives you these benefits:

• Improving your communication skills. To work on any problem, you have to communicate. You must be able to hear others’ opinions. This collaborative learning will become the perfect foundation for your future job, especially for teamwork with people of different backgrounds, religious beliefs, ethnicities, etc.
• Learning how to trust others. When working on a group project, you have to collaborate with others. Of course, you may work without trusting your classmates. But if you want to finish your task quickly and efficiently, you have to learn how to trust your colleagues.
• Immersing yourself in learning. Being heard in a small group gives you a feeling of value and prominence. Because your study experience will become more pleasant, you’ll be more eager to get more information on the topic at hand. Another way of acheving this benefit would be through visiting a database of college essay examples . Try it some time to get an extra source of inspiration.
• Learning something new from your classmates. Two heads are better than one, so when working together, you will see different points of view on the raised question.
• Becoming more confident. While working on a group project, you will get team support and be able to express yourself.

Why don’t you try one of these free tools for students for your next group project?

This tool allows you to create boards when working on group projects. On these boards, you can add comments, links, photos, audio files, and videos. And don’t forget to share them with your friends and classmates!

Available on: Chrome, iOS, Android, Kindle, web

Imagine that you have your own online library. You can create bookmarks and tag saved websites, and you can add text, notes, and reminders directly to any web page. And, of course, you can share it all with your mates!

Slack will take your group projects to the next level. Communicate with others, upload images and documents, and search through an archive of your team’s decisions, conversations, and work. 5 GB of file storage is included in the free version.

Available on: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Windows Phone

It does not matter how big your project may be. Now you can forget about tons of sticky notes, dozens of emails, and the dreaded lost flash drive (the one with your completed group assignment). Trello is among the best study apps because it allows you to create a board, invite your friends, and add comments and attachments to Trello cards. This cross-platform tool is also great for brainstorming.

Available on: Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Windows Phone, web

WeTransfer allows you to share your files with others. All you have to do is upload a document, video, audio file, etc., and then send the link to your friends. The free version allows you to upload files up to 2 GB, with a link that expires in a week.

Available on: Mac, iOS, Android, web

Think Out of the Box: Critical Thinking Tools

Nowadays you have to deal with lots of information. Therefore, you should not be just a passive recipient of facts and news but rather an active learner.

In essence, you must be able to observe, analyze, evaluate, and solve problems using a systematic approach, not just your instinct or intuition.

Critical thinking involves a lot of skills: attention, analysis, evaluation, reflection, assumption, decision making, and problem-solving.

Check out these critical thinking apps:

Xmind is one of the best mind mapping apps. You can use it when working on any assignment to create a diagram and build out the logic of the project. The free plan allows you to create all kinds of charts. You can also get access to extended features with the Pro version for only $129.

Available on: Windows, Mac, Linux

Coggle is another great mental map app that allows you to create diagrams, take notes, analyze gathered information, and brainstorm your ideas. The free plan allows you to create unlimited public charts and image uploads, download your project as a PDF or image file, and share it with your classmates.

Available on: web

One of the elements of critical thinking according to the Bloom’s Taxonomy matrix is evaluation. When writing an assignment, you have to review a lot of sources. SciCheck will help you avoid misleading scientific facts. And all you need to use this tool is a browser!

Elevate is an Android app that will help you increase your brain’s processing speed, improve your speaking and math skills, and boost your memory and attention. You will find 40+ games for your brain along with a performance tracker, workout calendar, and more!

Available on: Android

Ace Your Assignments: Homework Apps and Websites

If you’re like almost every other student, there will be a moment in your life when you ask yourself:

“How on earth will I be able to complete all these assignments?”

Studying in college involves a lot of homework. That’s why there are plenty of helpful apps for students to deal with all those assignments.

You may want to try some of these tools:

Forget about struggling with your homework. Try Photomath, one of the coolest math apps for college students. Merely scan math problems with your smartphone and get an immediate answer.

Available on: iOS, Android

Socratic is a digital tutoring app for your smartphone. Get homework help from teachers and other students. Just ask your question, and you will get an answer!

Supported subjects:

• Anatomy & Physiology
• Astrophysics
• Earth Science
• English Grammar
• Environmental Science
• Organic Chemistry
• Pre-Algebra
• Pre-Calculus
• Trigonometry
• U.S. History
• World History

Ace your studies by creating diagrams and flashcards or by exploring those made by other users. You can master your knowledge on any subject using the tool’s online version or download it to your phone.

• Office Lens

Time to digitize all your notes! Use Office Lens from Microsoft and convert your notes, recipes, and even blackboard scribbles to Word, PowerPoint, or PDF.

Available on: Windows, Windows Mobile, Windows Phone, iOS, Android

• Merriam-Webster Dictionary

An extended vocabulary is essential for every student, no matter whether you are studying Humanities or Sciences. Learn new words, search for synonyms, and master your vocabulary using your smartphone or the dictionary’s browser version.

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Tell Your Story: Digital Storytelling Tools and Websites

Every day we tell stories to our relatives, acquaintances, and friends. Even essay writing for a class means storytelling.

So let’s take a closer look at digital storytelling and see what skills it will help you develop.

First of all, storytelling is about leadership. By participating in a digital storytelling project, you will learn how to engage, motivate, and convince your audience.

It also develops your technical competency. Creating presentations and making videos requires a decent understanding of various interfaces and tools.

When working on a digital project, you will develop your critical thinking skills as you make a lot of decisions. You will have to think about your audience, how to persuade them in a limited amount of time, and so on.

You may want to try out one of these digital storytelling tools for students:

• Storyboarder

This online storyboard generator from the Australian Center of Moving Images allows you to create your own video and share it with your friends. You can also check out the organization’s video library and download a free video for your project.

You can even learn from professionals! Watch video advice from Australia’s best screen professionals.

• Make Beliefs Comix

Why not try to tell your story as a comic strip? Who says that digital storytelling has to be dull?

You can create your own story in a fun way. Also, you can find tons of ideas for your strips, writing prompts, and even some free ebooks. Make Beliefs Comix should definitely be listed among the most useful apps for students!

• Adobe Spark

Are you searching for an outstanding tool to visualize your story? Try Adobe Spark. This app allows you to develop gorgeous web pages, custom graphics, and videos. All your projects will sync across your desktop, iPad, and iPhone.

Available on: iOS, web

WeVideo is another simple but powerful digital storytelling tool for creating your videos. The app is available in both free and paid versions. The free version allows you create 5-minute videos with 480p resolution and 1 GB of file storage.

Available on: Chromebook, iOS, Android, web

With ShowMe, you can now create your own whiteboard, record a video, and share it with your friends. Moreover, you may want to check out their tutorial videos on the following subjects:

• Art History
• Contemporary Art
• Music Theory
• Musical Notes
• Renaissance Art

Available on: Chromebook, iOS, Android

Don’t Steal, Cite: Citation Tools

Nobody wants to be accused of plagiarism. To avoid this, you should always cite your sources.

You may argue…

There are a lot of citation styles. How can I even remember them all?

Fortunately, you don’t have to! Use one of the citation builder apps or websites below:

• Cite This For Me

Cite This For Me is a former RefMe app that allows you to create a citation in Harvard, APA, MLA, and several other styles simply by using your phone’s camera. All you have to do is scan a book’s barcode.

• Mendeley Reference Manager

Mendeley is another completely free reference generator that is available on all platforms. Imagine having a whole library in your pocket. You can create citations in various styles with just a few clicks. Mendeley also offers a citation plugin that is compatible with Microsoft Word and LibreOffice. And you can access Mendeley from any web browser or mobile device.

Available on: Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, web

Zotero is among the must-have education apps for students. Like Mendeley, it has a plugin compatible with Word and LibreOffice.

Zotero supports over 8,000 citation styles!

Available on: Windows, Mac, Linux, web

OttoBib is a clear and straightforward citation generator. Enter a book’s ISBN and get a citation. This app only supports the following citation styles: APA, MLA, Chicago, Wikipedia, and BibTeX.

• Citation Machine

Citation Machine is a powerful yet easy-to-use online app. It supports various citation styles. Choose the necessary style, adjust your search results, edit the information, and make a proper reference for your assignment.

Jazz Up Your Writing: Note Taking & Word Editors

A good note-taking app or word processor is a must-have for every student. It will help you concentrate on your studies instead of searching for a pen or piece of paper to write your ideas down.

And, of course, there is a plethora of digital tools for writing, both free and paid.

Choose from the best note taking apps and word processors:

GoogleDocs is a simple but powerful word editor for all your needs. As you work on your text, all changes will be saved automatically. If your Internet connection is suddenly lost, you can still find the file in your Google Drive account.

Available on: web, iOS, Android

• LibreOffice

LibreOffice is a free alternative to the Microsoft Office Suite. Create documents, spreadsheets, presentations, diagrams, and charts on your computer or mobile device. LibreOffice is compatible with most popular document formats.

Available on: Linux, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android

If you are seeking the best apps for college students, you should try Evernote. You can use this tool to keep all your notes in one place or to serve as your handy assignment tracker―it syncs with your Google Calendar. You can also search among previous records and share them with your friends.

Available on: Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, web

What do you need to start writing?

Only your ideas and a text editor. ZenPen is one of the most minimalistic online text editors. No distractions—just you and your writing. By the way, you can also set a target word count to keep yourself on track.

TalkTyper is another online text editor. You don’t even need to type! Just plug in your mic and start dictating. TalkTyper allows you to edit, print, share, email, and translate text. The app supports 37 languages.

Store Your Files Safely: The Best Apps For Students

How many times have you lost your flash drive or had your hard drive suddenly crash? Now is the time to take care of your files like you always meant to. You should try these apps and tools for file storage:

• Google Drive

Start uploading your files to Google Drive with 15 GB of free storage. Among this tool’s many features, it is worth noting the integration with Google Docs, Gmail, and Google+, which makes it one of the most useful apps for college students. Also, you may backup files from your computer or mobile device.

Over 100 million users have chosen Dropbox as their primary cloud storage provider. Dropbox integrates into your computer’s operating system and creates a folder with the same name. When you place any file in this folder, it is automatically uploaded to the cloud server.

In fact, you do not even need a web interface! 2 GB of free online storage is provided.

You can create public links that are available to everyone, whether they are Dropbox users or not.

iCloud is an exclusive cloud storage service for Apple users, whether they use the iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, or Mac.

The service saves your content and provides access to photos, calendars, contacts, and files on any device. Each new user gets 5 GB of disk space upon registering.

Available on: Mac, iOS, web

OneDrive is not just cloud storage. It supports a vast number of formats, and the service is integrated into a lot of applications. Needless to mention Office Online, which is one of the best online office packages.

5 GB of free storage space is available. You can also purchase additional space.

When you purchase certain devices or pay for a subscription to Microsoft Office 365, you’ll also get up to 5 TB of cloud space for free.

IDrive is another file storage service. Get 5 GB of free file storage under the free basic pricing plan. You can access your files from any device and share your docs to email, social networks, and SMS.

No student would refuse additional funding or financial aid, right? Billions of dollars in grants and scholarships are available to future and current students.

You don’t even have to be an outstanding scientist or sports star to apply. All you need is to spend some time on research.

Take a closer look at one of these websites to get started:

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If you have ever dreamed about pursuing your education abroad, you should check out this website. Here you will find a lot of available scholarships and grants from both governments and institutions all over the world. No registration required.

Only a few steps separate you from 1.5 million scholarships. Every year, colleges throughout the United States offer thousands of scholarships for students that may cover all or part of your tuition and fees.

Register to get access to financial aid worth over $3.4 billion. Be prepared to get a lot of emails with scholarships you qualify for.

Use Niche to explore thousands of available scholarships. You may apply filters for states, majors, minorities, and more to narrow your search.

More than $10 billion in scholarships is waiting for your application. A lot of universities, colleges, foundations, and private companies are ready to pay for your education. All you have to do is fill out your profile on Cappex and find the scholarship that matches you best.

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Paying for college can put you in serious debt. Don’t spend your own money—search for an award instead. Whether you’re only finishing up high school or are a current college student seeking a grant or financial aid, just complete a profile on Scholarships.com and apply for your perfect match.

Searching among millions of student-specific, merit-based, career-based, and other types of grants and scholarships has never been easier. You may browse a full list of awards or use the scholarship search available on Unigo.

Have you found your next summer internship? Or are you perhaps searching for one of your first student jobs ?

Then why don’t you check out these sites?

• Internships.com

This website offers thousands of student internships. Filter the search results by a particular field, city, company, etc. and apply to your preferred firm.

Indeed is a great search engine where you can find your first work experience, internship, or even full-time job. All you need to do to start is fill in two fields. Moreover, you may upload your CV so that interested employers can contact you directly.

This is another cool website to explore internship and job opportunities in startups around the world. You can browse positions by state or role.

Start your career with The Muse, where hundreds of employers are waiting for you. You can filter the search results by role, location, job level, and company size.

• Go Overseas

If you’re looking for a summer internship abroad, you should check this website first. Here you can find tons of internships, guides, information about international studies, and more. Furthermore, if you have questions about a particular program, you may ask travelers who have already participated in it.

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Constantly up-to-date details about your grades in every class, a breakdown of your progress, and insight into which classes you're acing and what could use improvement.

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Enter due date and textbook details, add notes to remember later, set a priority level, and record grades when complete.

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Maintain a list and details of the supplies, books, technology, and equipment you'll need to pick up to be ready for class each semester and each day.

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Sort assignments by class, priority level, due date, materials needed, etc. for an easy way to structure your study time and plan your approach to mastering your courses.

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Don't worry about trying to remember every homework assignment, project, or test— use that brainpower to ace your classes and let Helium whip your schedule into shape! Easily organize and color-coordinate your schedule and schoolwork, capture details about every assignment, and plan your study schedule. Keep track of the details of your class, put together your necessary supplies, and catalog things like teacher contact info and class location.

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With at-a-glance overviews of your past and present terms and classes, a quick sketch of your schedule is always handy. Categorize your assignments, set up grading scales, and enter details about teachers, room location, schedules, credits, and more!

Grade Analysis. The Bottom Line.

Tired of always wondering how you're doing in a class? Frustrated by trying to calculate your own grades? Record grades as you get them, and Helium takes care of the rest! A full workup of your progress is always just a click away, with constantly up-to-date details about your grades in every class, a breakdown of your progression through the term, and insight into which classes you're acing and what could use improvement. We'll crunch the numbers for you!

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Everything you need for every class in one place! Helium will maintain a list of the supplies, books, technology, and equipment you'll need to pick up to be ready for class each semester and each day. Make textbook resale a snap by recording details about each book, such as seller, price, and condition.

Filtered Lists. The Nuts & Bolts.

In addition to viewing your assignments and events in the calendar, manage your schedule in List View for a concise snapshot of your assignment lineup. Sort assignments by class, priority level, due date, materials needed, etc. for an easy way to structure your study time and plan your approach to mastering your courses.

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How to Get Your Homework Done in College

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In contrast to the academic requirements of high school, college courses present a much heavier, more consistent workload. And with everything else that college students have to manage -- jobs, personal life, relationships, physical health, cocurricular obligations -- it can sometimes seem like getting your homework done is an impossible feat. At the same time, however,  not  getting your work done is a recipe for disaster. So, what tips and tricks can you use to get your homework done in college?

Tips for Successfully Doing College Homework

Use these tips to create a process that works for you and your personal study style.

Use a Time Management System

Put all major assignments and their due dates in your time management system . A key part of staying on top of your homework is knowing what's coming; no one, after all, wants to realize on Tuesday that they have a major midterm on Thursday. To avoid surprising yourself, make sure all of your major homework assignments and their due dates are documented in your calendar. That way, you won't inadvertently sabotage your own success simply because you've mismanaged your time.

Schedule Homework Time

Schedule times to do homework each week, and keep those appointments. Without designated time for addressing your to-dos, you're more likely to cram at the last minute, which adds to your anxiety levels.

By putting homework on your calendar, you'll have the time allocated in your already-too-busy schedule, you'll reduce your stress by knowing when, exactly, your homework will be done, and you'll be better able to enjoy whatever else you have planned since you'll know your homework is already taken care of.

Sneak in Your Homework

Use small increments of time whenever possible. You know that 20-minute bus ride you have to and from campus every day? Well, that's 40 minutes a day, 5 days a week which means that if you did some reading during the ride, you'd get more than 3 hours of homework done during your commute.

Those little increments can add up: 30 minutes between classes here, 10 minutes waiting for a friend there. Be smart about sneaking in small bits of homework so that you can conquer the bigger assignments piece by piece.

You Can't Always Get It All Done

Understand that you can't always get all your homework done. One of the biggest skills to learn in college is how to gauge what you  can't  get done. Because sometimes, there really is only so many hours in a day, and the basic laws of physics mean you can't accomplish everything on your to-do list.

If you just can't get all your homework done, make some smart decisions about how to choose what to do and what to leave behind. Are you doing great in one of your classes, and skipping the reading one week shouldn't hurt too much? Are you failing another and definitely need to focus your efforts there?

Hit the Reset Button

Don't get caught up in the get-caught-up trap. If you fall behind on your homework , it's easy to think -- and hope -- that you'll be able to catch up. So you'll set a plan to catch up, but the more you try to catch up, the more you fall behind. If you're falling behind on your reading and are feeling overwhelmed, give yourself permission to start anew.

Figure out what you need to get done for your next assignment or class, and get it done. It's easier to cover the material you missed when you're studying for an exam in the future than it is to fall further and further behind right now.

Use Your Resources

Use class and other resources to help make doing your homework more productive and efficient. You might, for example, think that you don't need to go to class because the professor only covers what's already been addressed in the reading. Not true.

You should always go to class -- for a variety of reasons -- and doing so can make your homework load lighter. You'll better understand the material, be better able to absorb the work you do out of class, be better prepared for upcoming exams (thereby saving you studying time and improving your academic performance), and overall just have a better mastery of the material. Additionally, use your professor's office hours or time in an academic support center to reinforce what you've learned through your homework assignments. Doing homework shouldn't just be a to-do item on your list; it should be an essential part of your college academic experience.

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How to Create the Perfect College Class Schedule

In college, our lives revolve around our class schedule. After all, it can affect when you sleep, when you eat, when you work, and how much studying time you have. In fact, your schedule can be the catalyst for new habits and routines in college, which can last up to graduation and beyond. In order to have the best habits, routines, and (of course) time management possible, you need to have the best schedule. My own mistakes and successes in creating class schedules have given me a first-hand experience on what works and what doesn’t; this list puts together everything I’ve learned on how to create the perfect class schedule for college.

• Schedule Classes ASAP
• Avoid Early Morning/Late Night Classes
• Leave Time in Your Schedule for Meals
• Finish Your Classes Early in the Day
• Balance the Levels of Difficulty
• Create a Mock Schedule Beforehand
• Use Rate My Professors

Final Thoughts on How to Create the Perfect Class Schedule

1) schedule classes asap.

When it comes to scheduling your college classes, try to schedule them ASAP. Classes fill up quickly and if you’re not one of the first people to register, it’s possible that you won’t be able to get into all the classes you need or want.

For example, my college hosted several freshmen orientations throughout the summer in which freshmen would visit campus and sign up for classes. I signed up for one of the last orientations and (as a result) was one of the last students to create a class schedule. It took me forever to do because so many of the classes I needed were already filled up; some of the students sitting next to me couldn’t even get into classes in their major!

Since I had the last picks of classes, my schedule also wasn’t cohesive. My classes were scheduled at awkward times throughout the day, which made the day much longer then it needed to be; even worse, the amount of time between classes was too small to get any actual work done so I was left with a pile of homework at the end of the day.

In my second semester, however, I was one of the first students to schedule classes and ended up with the perfect schedule!

These different schedules impacted my semester and routines so much and it’s amazing the differences I felt between the two semesters. That’s why it’s important to schedule classes as early as possible so that you can get the classes you need at the times you prefer.

2) Avoid Early Morning/Late Night Classes

These are sometimes impossible to avoid, but if you have the chance, then try to avoid early morning and late-night classes in your schedule. Many students find these hard to handle, as they’re usually tired from late-night study and work sessions the night before or already have a full load of classes throughout the day. Even more, most night classes only meet 1 time a week for an entire 3-hour session!

If you know you won’t be able to handle classes that meet early or late in the day, don’t pressure yourself into taking them to “save” time; you will thank yourself later.

(However, late night or early morning classes are sometimes unavoidable. If you do happen to be stuck in them, be sure to check out my tips on how to survive long college classes as well as 5 tips to survive early morning commuter life .)

3) Leave Time in Your Schedule for Meals

If at all possible, leave time for meals in your schedule. College classes are hard and stressful; skipping lunch (or any other meal, for that matter) can make them even more so.

When setting up your class schedule, also try to align your mealtimes with your friends’. It’s a great opportunity to de-stress, socialize, and lift your mood before your return to your classes.

4) Finish Your Classes Early in the Day

While having gaps between classes can be a relief, that time gradually adds up throughout the day. Would you rather have 45 minutes between each class (when you probably won’t spend that time doing anything besides playing on your phone) or would you rather have your classes back-to-back, with an extra 2-3 hours at the end of the day?

The choice is obvious to me! I’d rather get my classes over with all at once so that I could do more later on, like dinner with friends or catching up on my favorite TV show.

5) Balance the Levels of Difficulty

If you’re a high school student reading this, then know that it doesn’t matter how well you balanced those 7 or 8 classes in high school, it’s different in college. The workloads are much more intense and some classes are going to demand much more time than others. Don’t rush into college with a bunch of high-difficulty classes, “just to get them over with.”

Instead, create a schedule with both hard and easy classes. This will give you time outside of class to do things besides homework and studying, as well as help you not feel as overwhelmed. College is all about learning to balance everything, which includes your class schedule.

6) Create a Mock Schedule Beforehand

When scheduling your classes, you should already have a good idea of what classes you want to sign up for. Your academic advisor should help you with this in an advising session, but you should also double-check by looking at the general education requirements you haven’t completed yet and (more importantly) the classes for your major.

You also need to be aware whether any of the classes in your major aren’t offered in certain semesters, as that can also affect your schedule.

All schools display their schedule of classes before registration; take advantage of this by looking at what classes are available, when, and create a “mock” schedule before registration. Going into a scheduling session already knowing what classes you want to sign up for makes scheduling your classes 100x times easier.

7) Use Rate My Professors

When scheduling classes, use Rate My Professors to learn more about the professor teaching the class and what to expect from the semester.

However, I do advise you to use it with caution as some students’ reviews might be misleading and may only pertain to that student. Instead, look at what the majority of students say about that professor and their teaching style, then pick the professor (and therefore the class) that will be taught in a way that you will learn the best. This will help you avoid any added stress by taking a class that is taught in a way you find hard to understand.

I’ve seen and lived through great and terrible college schedules so I can vouch how important these tips are for making the perfect schedule possible for your college classes. Hopefully, you will find them useful as I do!

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Templates are extremely useful for business documents, but for students they can be lifesavers.

You have enough to think about during the school year, so using a template can save a ton of time. Put your mind on your classes and use these helpful checklist and planning templates for the rest.

1. Homework Checklist

For a plain and simple homework checklist, this template from TeacherVision is great for younger students, but can work for any age. Each subject is in its own spot with days of the week and check boxes to mark off as you complete assignments.

2. Printable Homework Planner

This next homework planner from TidyForm lets you easily plan your assignments for each day of the week and even the weekend. Instead of listing out the subjects, you can enter them yourself for the day and include details with due dates for each.

Note: you will need a PDF editor to make changes to the template on your computer.

3. Homework Schedule

Another planner from TidyForm breaks down your days into time blocks. Each hour slot is along the left side of the sheet with the seven days of the week across the top. This one is great for assignments, but you could use it for class schedules or work shifts to plan your entire week ahead of time.

It is a basic template, but a useful one.

4. Class Schedule and Planner

If you need a more detailed planner, this schedule is intended for classes. However, it can also be used for more. It uses time blocks like the TidyForm planner, but breaks them down into increments that you choose. Adjust the start time and interval minutes and the sheet automatically updates. You can add your classes, pop in your homework time, and add shifts for work all in one place.

5. Assignment Schedule

This template from Vertex42 is another with time blocks in 30-minute increments. And, this one has even more detail. On one side of the template, you can list out classes with assignments, dates, and times.

On the other side, you can add your class schedule or plan your homework and projects. The workbook also includes a Homeschool tab for parents homeschooling their children. Overall, it's a good dual-purpose option.

6. Multiple-Task Planner

If you are a OneNote user, check out this option from OneNoteGem. You can quickly fill out subjects and assignments for five days of the week. This is ideal for classes that have many tasks on the same day.

For example, you may need to work on a group project, research a paper, and finish an assignment in one day. The template has a good amount of room for those to-dos.

7. Student Notebook

Also, for OneNote you can download an entire student notebook template. Just scroll further down on the OneNoteGem templates page for this option.

What's nice about this template is that the notebook includes sections for planners, five classes, and research along with note-taking tips.

8. Class Schedule

For a neat and flexible class schedule template, this one is available for Excel, OpenOffice, and Google Sheets. It is basic with time slots broken into 15-minute increments on one tab and 30-minute increments on another. Plus, it includes seven days of the week, unlike many others. For college students, this is a terrific class schedule template.

9. Student Planner

With a student planner that lists your subjects by week, you can stay on track every single day. Vertex42 has two templates to pick from that offer different layouts.

One option has the subjects down the left side with days of the week across the top. The other template is the reverse of that. Each has spots for to-dos and notes and is available for either Excel or as a PDF.

10. All-in-One Schedule and Budget

For an all-in-one workbook for college, this Excel template has sheets for classes per term, course credits, a college budget, and textbooks. You can keep everything in one place. You can also track your overall progress and your current GPA.

11. Student Calendar

Another planner from Microsoft Office is this 12-month student calendar. There is a tab for each month, spots for a weekly schedule, and a section for assignments. The year cell is editable making it reusable for your entire college career.

This template makes planning study time and homework a breeze.

12. Dorm Room Checklist

If you are heading to a dorm room for college, there is no better way to make sure you have everything than with this checklist template. You can add box numbers for packing and checks when you pack the items.

The template gives you sections such as kitchen supplies, electronics, computer equipment, safety items, and more.

13. Back to School Checklist

For parents with kids in elementary or middle school, this checklist is perfect for back-to-school time. One column has tasks to take care of like verifying immunizations and obtaining a school supply list. The second column has items to purchase from clothes and a backpack to school supplies.

If you have a youngster getting ready for a new school year, this is the template for you.

14. College Budget

When you need to keep an eye on your college budget, this template is just for it. The top section is for your funding and income with the bottom for your expenses. The most common types of college-related items are included, making this a convenient template for college students.

15. Monthly College Budget

This monthly budget tracker from Microsoft Office gives you a simple way to view your cash flow. You can glance at the pie charts at the top to get an overview of your income and expenses by month. Change the values below to add your items and the charts change automatically.

It's one simple sheet with everything you need to budget each month.

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For classes, assignments, budgeting, supplies, course credits, and all that goes with these things, make sure you are prepared when the bell rings or classroom door closes. Now that you have these 15 awesome template options, you are on your way to starting the school year off right.

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The 2024 college football season will be here before we know it.

It's never too early to start preparing for the games.

And the first week of the season includes some interesting ones.

There are seven games currently scheduled for "Zero Week" in college football on Saturday, Aug. 24 (the vast majority of teams start play in Week 1 the next week).

The most intriguing is Florida State vs. Georgia Tech in Dublin, Ireland, the first of the seven games currently scheduled.

But there are some other games worth watching, too.

Here's the complete college football Week Zero schedule with dates, times, television and streaming information to start your preparations for the return of college football. All times MST.

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Saturday, Aug. 24 college football schedule

• Florida State vs. Georgia Tech (Dublin, Ireland), 9 a.m., ESPN ( stream with free trial from FUBO )
• McNeese at Tarleton, 12:30 p.m., ESPN2 ( stream with free trial from FUBO )
• Montana State at New Mexico, 1 p.m., FS1 ( stream with free trial from FUBO )
• North Alabama vs. SEMO, 4 p.m. ESPN ( stream with free trial from FUBO )
• Florida A&M vs. Norfolk State, 4:30 p.m., ABC ( stream with free trial from FUBO )
• SMU at Nevada, 5 p.m., CBSSN ( stream with free trial from FUBO )
• Delaware State at Hawaii, TBD, CBS ( stream with free trial from FUBO )

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