I don’t know about you but fall semester was pretty rough, and spring semester ain’t getting any prettier. Not to mention that we'll all have the urge to plan our spring break vacation during class and just give up on our homework. Well have no fear, wether you're taking 3 hours to 17 hours, this guide is for you!

1. Plan all the way to May

Get yourself some sort of planner, whether it be on your phone or one from Target, look at all of your syllabuses, and write down everything. That way you can expect everything, even the little quizzes that you sometimes forget to do and then end up screwing up your grade.

2. Look around for used books and notes

Instead of spending loads of money on bookstore textbooks, or even going on chegg, ask people you know that took your class last semester and see if they can lend (or donate) their book to you. If you're terrible shy like me then you can always post on YikYak or Facebook. Same goes for useful class notes.

3. Go to tutoring sessions

Seriously. Best thing ever. And you’ll get to meet some cool people from class that will help you out in the long run.

4. Find a time to Netflix and chill

You think I’m kidding but on my free time between classes, I buy myself some Starbucks, find a cozy couch in the library, and just chill out while I watch something to ease my mind. Just make sure its not getting in the way of some important studying.

5. Make time for yourself

In between classes and friends and studying, try to find some zen time and treat yo self to some take out (or ramen).

6. Get some sleep

Try to fit some z’s into your schedule as well. But if you're absolutely busy (or couldn't stop watching Netflix at 3 am), then there's no shame in sleeping in your car or on a bench at school (we've all done it). Just DONT SKIP CLASS.

7. Make some new friends

College isn't like high school where after two weeks everyone had a clique. Join a new club, take a gym class or just talk to people in your new classes.