In high school, I had the misconception that all professors in college would be strict and unforgiving when it came to late work. However, my experience in college has shown me that many professors understand the balance between personal and academic life. They are often willing to provide extensions when necessary. Another thing that I was surprised to find out is that some classes have a smaller, more quiet setting similar to high school classrooms. This has been less stressful for me compared to large lecture rooms. While I do have one class with around 110 students, overall, I appreciate the smaller class sizes in college.
The workload in college compared to high school is a topic on which I kind of agree. Yes, it may be overwhelming at times and a little stressful, but it’s not at all what I had in mind. I imagined myself continuously studying at home and never having any free time. Sometimes I have to give up hanging out with friends because of my schoolwork, but I’ve learned that it’s necessary to say no sometimes and prioritize my education. I’ve learned that having a calendar with my schedule and assignments due each day also significantly improves my time management. Overall, college is completely different from what I anticipated, but there are many positive aspects, and lately, I’ve been enjoying it.
