Things to do before joining University

Wish you knew these things before joining

The few weeks before you join college is exciting and nerve-racking. You would have the case of cold feet, but don't worry about it, it's just a feeling of excitement. Here are things you must complete before you finish packing your bags and off to your destination.

Accommodation:

When traveling to another place for your education, it is better to arrange your accommodation in advance. Usually, the University's help with housing facilities within the campus or recommend areas one can find housing. Booking in advance can save money, and you have more variety to choose your accommodation.

Health checkup:

Before starting college, it is vital to get an overall body checkup. Even a few countries require you to take a medical exam to obtain a visa. The cost of preventive is expensive in other countries without insurance. 

Sorting out ailments before you move helps fight fresher's flu; this is usually due to change in routine, sleep cycle, and eating habits.

Finances:

To sail smoothly in college, plan your finances. Many apps help keep track of your spending. A handy app that 99% of college-goers have is Splitwise; it helps in tracking who you owe money to and vise-versa. 

Plan your finances before the freshers week. This may not seem as exciting a task when preparing for University, but it's one of the most important.

Set up a student bank account in the country you plan to study. Many banks offer these with added incentives but look for the bank with the best overdraft facilities. Some will make daily charges if you enter your overdraft, so be wary of these and always read the small print.

Prepping for classes:

Many universities add reading lists online weeks before their courses begin, or will send the details via email. Preparing gives you an idea of what to expect from your workload and gives a head start on your classes. 

Once you start reading and prepping, you will realize that you don't need to buy all the prescribed books. Usually, with the university groups, the online copy of the books are available as books at University cost more than 500$, which is quite expensive. The resale value of the book is hardly 100$, making it difficult to sell after the academic year.

Facilities available:

Before you start college, learn about the facilities available. University students have ample of facilities that are free or at subsidized rates. You will have sports and fitness facilities, along with student discounts available in many brands. You can buy concert tickets at concessional prices also visit museums for free with your student Id.

So, learn about the facilities available and make efficient use of them.

To Sum Up…

Enjoy college to the fullest

Don’t stress about the university and things to do. Make a plan and stick to it! You will complete all this in no time! 

Planet Education wishes you all the best for your future endeavors! If you need help or counseling in case things are too overwhelming visit Planet Education and book a free ONLINE session!