Q&A for How to Maintain a High GPA in College

Return to Full Article

Coming soon

Add New Question

Question

Is it bad to ask for extensions?

Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed.
Educational Consultant
Alexander Ruiz is an Educational Consultant and the Educational Director of Link Educational Institute, a tutoring business based in Claremont, California that provides customizable educational plans, subject and test prep tutoring, and college application consulting. With over a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander coaches students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence while achieving skills and the goal of achieving skills and higher education. He holds a BA in Psychology from Florida International University and an MA in Education from Georgia Southern University.

Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed.

Educational Consultant

Expert Answer

Not necessarily! It really depends on what your end goal is. You should have a good reason for asking for an extension, such as not understanding the material or wanting more time to complete the assignment more precisely.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 1
Question

How can I be a good online student?

Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed.
Educational Consultant
Alexander Ruiz is an Educational Consultant and the Educational Director of Link Educational Institute, a tutoring business based in Claremont, California that provides customizable educational plans, subject and test prep tutoring, and college application consulting. With over a decade and a half of experience in the education industry, Alexander coaches students to increase their self-awareness and emotional intelligence while achieving skills and the goal of achieving skills and higher education. He holds a BA in Psychology from Florida International University and an MA in Education from Georgia Southern University.

Alexander Ruiz, M.Ed.

Educational Consultant

Expert Answer

Stay engaged during your online classes. Turn on your webcam during class so your teacher knows that you're paying attention, and resist the temptation to zone out and get distracted.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 1
Question

How can I be less confused in classes?

Donagan

Top Answerer

You have to keep asking questions until you're no longer confused. You may even have to ask to the point of embarrassing yourself, but if it's important enough to you, that may be what you have to do. Keep in mind that there are probably other students who are confused, too. They are probably grateful that you're asking questions.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 3 Helpful 14
Question

Can I get a good timetable schedule for six subjects?

Community Answer

Constructing a timetable for six subjects is not easy. Spend four hours per day revising two modules (2 hours each, depending on how difficult the module/course is). Gradually as it gets closer to finals, keep updating it by adding a few more hours. If you have day(s) in the week that cause you to get home late and may have to leave out early in the morning, then take those nights to rest.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 7 Helpful 23
Question

What should I do if I don't want to study but want to score a 4.0 GPA?

Community Answer

It would be very hard to maintain a 4.0 GPA without studying, but with paying more attention during lectures and attending every class you might have a shot at it.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 12 Helpful 36
Question

What can I do to ease my son's stress over maintaining a high GPA to retain his scholarship?

Community Answer

You should remind him that his value as a human being is not defined by a GPA, and he should just do the absolute best he can. Let him know that you'll be proud of him no matter what, and that happiness is more important than academic accolades.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 15 Helpful 38
Question

Will having a mentor help me keep my grades up?

Community Answer

Yes, having a mentor can be incredibly helpful if you're struggling with your grades. Not only can they help you study (or find resources for help), but they can offer you emotional support and guidance.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 11