Because so much research has been done on first-year students like you, we can confidently tell you that successful completion of this course is a good predictor for overall success in college. When you finish any of your college courses, take some time to step back, think, ask yourself the following questions, and perhaps even record your answers:
Whether you are finishing this course at the end of your first term or first year in college, you have learned many success strategies that can help you throughout your entire college experience.
For many students, the first year is by far the most challenging, especially in terms of adjusting or readjusting to college life. Once you complete your first year, you will have many decisions and opportunities, and you need a set of strategies to succeed beyond the first year.