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How many hours a day should you study?

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As a general rule, plan to study 2-3 hours for every hour you spend in class. So, for instance, if you are taking 5 courses that each meet for 3 hours per week (15 credits), you would ideally study for around 5-6 hours per day.

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How do I plan my study?

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Be consistent, if possible. Create a routine and find a quiet place that allows you to focus. Take short breaks when you need them.

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Which time is best for study?

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This varies based on a number of factors. Find a consistent time of day where you can remain focused in a quiet place.

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How can I do well in my studies?

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Create and maintain a consistent study schedule, form a relationship with your professors, and find ways to take a genuine interest in what you are learning.

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What is the best study routine for effective studying?

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It depends on the individual. Some people really need their sleep and may do better with a late start when studying. Others love getting up early, so they're going to do better with an early start to get all of their studying out of the way. Try to find a schedule that works for you.

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How do I avoid getting headaches or getting sleepy or bored while studying?

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First off, make sure you get plenty of sleep every night and eat well during the school day so you still have enough energy to work when you get home. Try having a healthy snack before you start studying so you don't feel hungry later on. If the work is overbearing, divide a big project into smaller parts so it becomes easier to tackle, and instead of studying a lot of things for a long period of time, break your study sessions into little chunks and work on one subject at a time. I suggest using the Pomodoro technique, it's very helpful and there are many apps and websites you can use such as mytomatoes.com.

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How do I stop overthinking while studying?

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If you feel like you're getting distracted, try 5 minutes of meditation in which you only focus on the moment (mindfulness meditation). This will help you clear your mind. After you study for about 45 minutes, you can reward yourself with a short break and get some fresh air, some tea, etc. Once you start studying again, your mind will get on track and you will stop overthinking.

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How do I stop daydreaming and remember everything I study?

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I find that listening to music (without lyrics) or white noise (like rain) helps me to focus better, since I get less distracted. I tend to space out more in quieter rooms, so having background noise helps me. As far as remembering things, there's no trick to it, you just have to go over the information over and over again until it's lodged in your brain.

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