With finals over and winter break in full swing, it can be easy for college students to hold themselves up in their rooms and do nothing but binge-watch Netflix for an entire month. However, there are much more productive ways to spend those empty days than in front of a computer in pajamas. Here are a few ways to make winter break as productive as possible... while still relaxing of course:

1. Start your internship search.

Although it may seem like summer is far away, the end of the school year is approaching faster than you may believe. Use time away from school and classes to get a jump start on all of those applications. Take it one step at a time and you are sure to put yourself ahead of the game.

2. Read a book for fun.

During the semester, it is almost impossible to find time to read a book of your choosing. Without the pressure to finish reading for your classes, you have plenty of time to curl up on your couch and keep your brain working with a fun winter read. It's never a bad idea to transport yourself to a new world, even if it's only for a little while.

3. Organize for the spring semester.

So much to do, so little time. The fall semester may only be a few days behind you, but it is never too early to organize for the semester to come. Order your textbooks, finalize your schedule, and get your supplies in advance. This way, everything will be ready for you when classes begin in the spring.

4. Make some extra money.

It's no secret that all college students could use a few extra dollars. Take advantage of free days and reach out for babysitting jobs. Anything counts when you are preparing for another semester away from home.

5. Catch up with family and friends from home.

After four months away from family and home friends, break is the perfect time to reconnect with the people you don't get to see in the fall. That little taste of home is exactly what you need after many stressful, sleepless nights during finals.

6. Sleep.

Perhaps the most important of these activities, sleep is a necessary part of winter break for all college students. Contrary to what your parents may say, you need a little down time after four months of non-stop work and extracurriculars. Trust me, you're going to need it once classes start in the spring.