Environmental Factors

1. Create a study area with the fewest distractions.
2. Make sure there is adequate lighting for studying.
3. Stock your study area with all your needed supplies.
4. Keep background noise to a minimum. Study without music or TV.
5. Remember the library as a quiet, available space to study.

Personal Factors

1. Schedule your study time on a calendar and commit to it.
2. Focus on one course assignment at a time.
3. Choose manageable study goals, utilizing hour blocks of time.
4. Schedule breaks and move around the room.
5. Prioritize and beware of procrastination.