How to Choose Your College Classes || My 8 Best Tips!

[@effiee1991]

If you have the option to pick between the better-timed class and the better teacher PICK THE BETTER TEACHER, you'll be more engaged, happier to do the work and less likely to skip i.e. learn more. And don't be scared to ask around if the teacher is any good

[@Katherout]

+Effie E Y E S i feel the exact same way

[@ThePrettiestCommenter]

Omg, same. I took a professor that had HORRIBLE reviews, and I took her anyway. She seriously hated me, and I finished with a C+ in the class. I was miserable!

[@ItzAmyBabi]

I had to choose between better timed class or 7:30am class with a great teacher lol rip me I chose the better timed class

[@EquinoXReZ]

Thanks I was just tryna decide this.

[@willdonohue8294]

Exactly. Choose the professor over when and where the class meets, maybe over what the course topic is if you need to fulfill an elective.

[@rachellynmara]

another tip I have is to register for the maximum amount of classes you can (usually 18 credits) even if you only plan to take 15. that way if you end up hating a class or professor early on you can drop it and you won't need to worry about getting into another class 2 weeks into the year

[@Katherout]

+1dforeverrlr YES good one

[@mmmmmmeghan]

As a second-semester freshman at a fairly large school I'd also suggest checking to see if your school has a Reddit page. Usually there is one that is student-run and super helpful. Just another resource to consider!

[@riyarshah]

This is key, also facebook groups!

[@rachellynmara]

I agree with the 8am thing. it trains you for the real world and some of the best professors I've had were in 8am classes. also, they're the easiest to get into!

[@Katherout]

+1dforeverrlr best of both worlds in many ways!

[@shannon3894]

Another piece of advice that I have is to have a backup plan or a backup schedule that you come up with in case a class that you wanted is full. AND if it is full but you really want it, keep checking up on the class to see if open seats become available because throughout the period of registration, people are adding and dropping classes all the time!

[@Katherout]

+Shannon O WONDERFUL tip that i didn't have time to get into.

[@KiaraMadisen]

yes just what I wanted to see! I register for classes in a few months and I had no idea how it even worked! I love what you had to say about 8ams and I think I might be taking a few of those because then you force yourself to get started and get going which I love! You should make an adise video for the first week of college!

[@Katherout]

+TheKgstyle i have a video about what the first week of college is like but i have no idea if i have good advice for how to make that a better experience!

[@giselleguzman8320]

Ill be an incoming freshman next week actually.. and i'm taking 8am, 9am and 10 am.. i dont want to say im a morning person BUT i like to get on with my day and being productive

[@MollytheMagnificent]

The senior place holder idea is brilliant!

[@SapphireNinja14]

I wish I would have watched this video before I chose my classes for the fall. But I'm pretty satisfied with my schedule. I have one 9:30 class every other Monday. Other than that all my classes are no earlier than 11. I knew that 8am classes my first semester would not work out for me. Maybe I'll try it the second semester. The academic advisers were so helpful and they stopped me from picking unnecessary courses and explained everything clearly.

[@1DYUSOHOT]

I'm so glad that you have the same views of earlier classes! i'm a senior in high school and my first class starts at 8:30 and I swear thats the sweet spot to having a great day for me. I plan to take early classes in college because of it!

[@Connexiss]

Your college major can matter but its not the be all end all. Focus on internships, and work experience as well.

[@Ava-zp4lo]

I am in 8th grade but for some reason I am binge watching college videos and looking up colleges. I am not normal.

[@ThePrettiestCommenter]

Look up annemarie's vlogs or Cindy's (infinity something) and you'll be hooked for life! I am in college though, hehe :) I began watching them my senior year of school.

[@leena8285]

Omg sameee😂😂

[@MinaGlusac]

honey, m2 :'')

[@justbineta7532]

Me grads of 2020🤘🎓

[@SillyMilly]

Same! In September im going to 9th and I already know I want to major in Economics xD Well, better start early then later.!!!! :O xD

[@victoriatrancoso9374]

I found that taking 8ams was really hard but I did find that taking a 9am helped a lot! So if you’re worried about 8ams but still want to start your day early, take a 9am or 10am and you’ll still end up having a lot of time at the end of the day to be productive while still being able to sleep in some!

[@JD22733]

Thanks for the college advice! I am going to Wofford College in SC, I got $40,000 in merit and financial aid. Thanks for your help

[@Katherout]

+TFM congratulations!!

[@Atm_Made_It]

Jim what did you go to school for im looking for some financial aid help

[@SmileSquad.Comedy]

Great video, thanks for the help!

[@Katherout]

+Markian my pleasure! best of luck at orientation this summer!

[@Autograph03]

Don't forget you need to eat I had a friend that blocked class from 9-3 and then 4-6 one day and it was awful because she never had time to really eat

[@ThePrettiestCommenter]

I took classes 9:30 am to 3:45 pm so I only had classes Mondays and Wednesdays. I did fine without eating, but chips became my crutch every day lol. I just ate a bag or two on my way to my next class and I was fine. Your body adjusts really fast. Then again, I've never been like food/health obsessed and I'm not a breakfast eater so :p

[@maddieroxx4eva]

I'm a joint major and I find that one of the most helpful things to do in order to manage all of your requirements is to make a tentative plan for your entire college career that lists the requirements for your major(s) and then the classes you have taken and plan to take in future years in order to ensure you're actually meeting the requirements as you graduate. I also agree about professors. I do better in classes with tough professors because when you know there's no chance of an extension or late penalty on an assignment, you get it done in time.

[@Katherout]

+Madison More super thorough! thank you

[@Jaybrd1198]

You're such an inspiration

[@Katherout]

+JayLynnTheDragonHunter of course! refer back to this at any time~

[@simplymaci]

I am about to register for classes in a couple days and this is REALLY helpful 🙌🏼💛

[@Anonymous-cv8uh]

I just made my schedule for college as an engineering freshman. Penn State is so big that you take a shot in the dark with professors.

[@ronron1255]

Love your college series videos!

[@Katherout]

+Veronika.C thanks, veronika!

[@piperanthony8803]

I literally just paused this video in order to go change my schedule. You just helped so much! I had completely forgotten about scheduling around one of the clubs/organizations I attend, and so i just switched one of my classes for an earlier time slot. Thanks a lot!

[@irmogirl123]

I completely agree with your comment about 8ams! I had two semesters in a row where I managed to only have one class on Thursdays, but it was an 8. I found myself feeling more accomplished. Now, I have pretty much all afternoon classes and I hate it!

[@Katherout]

+Leanne L YES thank you for agreeing

[@faheyyou]

This was so helpful, thanks Katherine! Two things: 1. Your earrings are amazing especially with that top/hair and 2. Finding a club related to what I want to do (applied stats) will be a bit tricky!

[@Katherout]

+Naomi G. yes but as soon as you're in a class with people in your major you can hopefully build a lil network that way

[@alexnicole5448]

My sister had the choice to join a Facebook group chat with other incoming freshman and even scheduled a time to meet up when they need to go to campus for a meeting. She's still not in college yet and she already has a group of friends she can talk to and rely on, if you have the choice to do that, TAKE IT!!!

[@graceouabo9817]

Thank you for your tips. They are very helpful.

[@mia_moore98]

Katherine, you have no idea how much this helped me! I am in the middle of choosing classes for the fall and am going out of my mind and double guessing myself. Thank you!

[@Katherout]

+Mia Moore agh it's always stressful but hopefully this will help you cateogorize and organize everything!

[@pinkpoet14]

I love 8 a.m. classes. I feel sooo productive!

[@Katherout]

+pinkpoet1412 same!

[@johnnymoranchel694]

pinkpoet1412 not the first two weeks but it’s a getting used to process

[@ThePrettiestCommenter]

Great tips!! Ratemyprofessor has ALWAYS been helpful for me. I swear by it. I love morning classes! I take 9:30 classes every semester and I've always loved them. The academic advisor tip is really good as well! I really wish I had upperclassmen friends, but I'm an education student and most people at my school are in engineering or the education people are in their 30s with families lol. Anyway, great tips! ALSO: how many credit hours do you recommend? I've been taking 15 and they're so hard to keep up with.

[@elizabethliu8731]

I'm a sophomore Social Work major and 15 credits at my college is five courses. I've found anything beyond five classes is hard to do because it may not seem like a normal amount of work during the semester but you'll be killing yourself around finals week. But you also have to make sure you have enough credits to graduate! At my school i need a total off 122.

[@andreapurser9250]

Thanks for the advice. I register for classes next week at the University of Texas in Tyler and gonna be working on my prereqs for pharmacy...lots of science lol

[@katdrinkard3271]

Yes!! I need all the college advice I can get because I'm going to college in August. You always express things so eloquently!

[@Katherout]

+Kat D thank you! i appreciate that

[@KatiePrescott]

Wow, the American system is so different to that in the UK - we don't get to pick many modules (and those we do we only have a limited list of options) and the exams are more centrally set, so your grade doesn't depend on how nice a particular lecturer is. Your system seems a lot more flexible (but complicated!)

[@Katherout]

+Katie P complicated is definitely the operative word!

[@shakiras5679]

GIRL your outfit and your jewelry is KILLIN IT

[@Katherout]

+Shakira Stowers T H A N K Y O U

[@weezydai]

I'm coming to USC this fall, totally committed, and I couldn't be more excited!! :) Your college videos have been so helpful and I'm obsessed with watching them!

[@Katherout]

+Louisa Tori awwwww can't wait to have you on campus very soon!

[@murdermonkeys]

Your eyes are amazing , Thankyou for the tips

[@Manasvita]

I LITERALLY LOVEE YOUR CONTENT!

[@Goobian]

I am starting college later in life. What you said about wanting a professor that is more strict resonated with me. Thank you.

[@YourPsychicGirlfriend]

Going into my senior year of high school in August. Bittersweet, but I'm really looking forward to college! #classof2018 #SEN18R

[@montgomerryward551]

SENI8R makes no goddamn sense. Sounds a lot more like "Senator" than anything.

[@crystalgreen1443]

Hey thank you for your video I'm taking 3 classes for the spring semester

[@juliamatuszek7252]

Hey Katherine, I was wondering if you could make a video on how you know what you should major in! Thanks, love your videos

[@effiee1991]

+Julia Matuszek volunteer and shadow professions

[@Katherout]

+Julia Matuszek wish i had a process for doing that! i could maybe ask my undecided friends to help

[@joshiyonnahayes6016]

I'm in high school (10th grade) and I just love binge watching college tips videos just to prepare myself 😊💕

[@melissamcnair-lz2uw]

Should I take 8 am classes? I would rather get up earlier and get out earlier so I can do my homework earlier and go to sleep earlier. Opinions?

[@bobtinklesnews]

Are you a morning person? the question isn't do you want to be a morning person, because unless you REALLY are one, don't do it. But, if you are, go for it!

[@SunnySimmer80]

I think it’s a good idea. You might be a little sleepy, but it’s good real world training.

[@elainem8591]

Really great advice! I'll use it when I register for classes this fall. And your eyes are gorgeous by the way!

[@trinakaranja3023]

These tips were really good especially the last one!

[@HannahFoster1]

This video is so helpful. One of the reason I love your videos so much, they really benefit the viewer.

[@Katherout]

+Hannah Foster it's what i aim to do!

[@mariaramos9111]

THIS IS SO HELPFUL, Keep these videos up! They are great! Im a junior in highschool and i know ill be needing these videos in the near future! 😊

[@kylenoe2234]

I'm restarting school in a little while and these tips are very helpful. Thank you.

[@c.w.r.794]

Signed up for three college classes today: English, Writing and Theatre Appreciation.

[@chocolot888]

Thank you for this! So informational I can't believe there aren't more videos on this specific college subject!

[@Katherout]

+candycupcake exactly why i thought to make one!

[@crystaldong9670]

I love these types of videos! Gurllllll, those earrings though!! Looks great on you :)

[@Katherout]

+crystal dong thank you!!

[@bobbyswanson3498]

as a highschool senior about to finish, 8 or 9 am’s dont scare me that much because you can schedule those days to not even have other classes after them, and if you find a really good professor for the 8 am you might even be happy to go to it.

[@mirajkillingsworth1194]

This video was just in time. I have my orientation and register for classes this saturday!

[@Katherout]

+Miraj Killingsworth best of lucky! hope it went well

[@Helen-ki9gg]

Wow this video was so great like I didn't expect any of the advice u gave I thought u were gonna say like generic stuff people always say about college but this is the real deal thank you!

[@Katherout]

+Helen Matz so so appreciate you saying that. i really try not to give basic school advice. my videos may be longer because of it but it's because i try to make them more comprehensive

[@haliefaith35]

I have one class that has to happen at 9 AM (because Corona caused all other classes for this subject to be online) and I was really nervous about it being early because due to having off periods senior year I have only been waking up at 9, but your tip about the 8 AMs really calmed my nerves about that

[@9hanniee5]

I didn't take any 8ams for my first year of college and it turns out to be my favorite time to have class because I can be so productive afterward!

[@Katherout]

+Hannah Michelle EXACTLY bless your heart for understanding

[@ickygamerboy8267]

I've been waiting for this video!! Thank you so much.

[@Katherout]

+Nyla Mae you are so welcome!

[@LeahElizabeth240]

completely agree with all of your advice!

[@ericamast4810]

Thank you so much for making this! I'm starting at SC this fall and have orientation in just a few weeks so this is really helpful

[@Katherout]

+Erica Mast ah don't worry about a thing you're gonna kill it on campus

[@niki12g]

Yayy!!!! More college 101 videos :) awesome

[@Katherout]

+Nicki Panayotou of course!!

[@Yahir_97]

Amazing tips I have my nsc in a couple of days GIG'EM !!

[@IsleyAndraia]

Howdy! My NSC is tomorrow. #GigEm

[@loveandlilacs]

I love your college videos!

[@duality3173]

I appreciate your videos so much!! Thank you!

[@sarahetinsley]

I love your videos! Love you girl

[@Katherout]

+Sarah Tinsley (Sarah-Bear)

[@soccerruben1]

Thanks for the tips! I'm gonna start college at the end of August!

[@manijosefa7088]

I love ur college videos I am addicted!

[@SkippyJon15]

Thank you so much for these videos! Graduating from high school decently soon and looking at playing trumpet in marching band! Hoping to end up at a top 20 university in the nation :)))))

[@Katherout]

+Sage Dolohov YAY TRUMPET

[@emmapanzica]

One tip I would give is if you find you have late registration and all the good professors are taken. Take the class with the not so great professor as it's better to take the class with a not so great professor to get it out of the way then to wait and be behind in credits. Especially if you are in a major that requires you to take classes before others or has clinical's. For example, I am in education which has clinical periods and in order to do clinical's you have to take specific classes first in order to get into your clinical classes. Also those professors you can still do well in the class even if they are not as good at teaching the subjects.

[@DanishFranks]

perfect timing girl!! i'm enrolling in u miami this fall for business and polisci- they just sent an email that registration opens may 16th

[@Katherout]

+Dana Renee ahhh congrats have the best time! registration is stressful but once you're on campus it'll all be worth it

[@djaynaztyyyy305]

I don't anything about college but am excited

[@nancyherrera7715]

You give the best college advise!! 💕💕

[@Katherout]

+Nancy Herrera

[@TRCindie]

Thank you so much this was so helpful!

[@SuperKewl12]

You give the best college advice! ❤️

[@Katherout]

+Haley B thank you!

[@whatwhat8524]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@farin2034]

thanks for best advice

[@heyheyitsJoanna]

Y'all BE CAREFUL about the "holding classes for other people" strategy. At my college, this is against the rules and if you're found to have done it, the honor council will review your case and pass punishment. Check the rules and ask around before you do that. I know it sounds odd that they'd suspend you or something for trying to take a class, but that's just how it works.

[@shamelleism]

I'm using my friends account but i really love this video i am applying to Stanford and i really hope i get in. i love your video❤ thanks for the advice 😀

[@lianegiago5443]

hippyhayls don't get your hopes up too high

[@clarissaroe]

exactly what i needed!

[@lovedove8746]

great advice! could you do a video about graduating early?

[@itsjennyzhu]

I'm going to USC this fall! Hope to run into you one day :D

[@emmamac6056]

The syllabus tip was great! I'm stuck between two sets of two classes so that will help me in deciding which ones to take 😂

[@nicolekawa1265]

Take classes that meet multiple general requirements.

[@samplautz5586]

My college is a smaller one in louisville and because of that each course usually just ha la one professor that teaches it so you're stuck with them

[@brahminiravi4717]

I'm in 11th grade and I'm super excited for college!!

[@brahminiravi4717]

Tomorrow is the last day of highschool. Super excited for college

[@zeroday7878]

lol

[@august8132]

I'll be an incoming freshman at USC this year, so thanks for the super helpful video 😊❤️💛

[@crystalwaters8710]

how much is the tuition?

[@Katherout]

+august FIGHT ON CAN'T WAIT TO HAVE YOU ON CAMPUS

[@reachforthesky6336]

There is no bluer eyes then Yours. :)

[@vipersproductions8998]

this is amazing info

[@moreclothesthansense]

Great tips!

[@djaynaztyyyy305]

Do I have to pay for my classes too 😩I have so many questions

[@SavySaysTV]

Thank you for always giving college tips! Currently I am trying to decide between two schools and they are completely different! Do you have any tips on choosing a school?

[@effiee1991]

+SavySaysTV pro and con list, visit, look up reviews, pick your top 5 important things about what you want in a college and then rate each whoever gets the highest score wins, flip a coin and if you're happy go with the school if you're disappointed go with the other one

[@SkippyJon15]

I'm in the same position. Make a list of what matters most to you in a college (for me, 1 was campus/environment, 2 was ranking/reputation, and 3 was major options) then pick the one that is better for your number(s) on the top of the list

[@DearSparklesTV]

+SavySaysTV if they're really truly equally as good to you, choose the cheaper option. You can always transfer.

[@emmamac6056]

I think your choice is entirely dependant on what your post-grad plans are. For me personally I was stuck between two schools because one had a really good program that gave me the option to not have to do post-grad studies, but the other was all about the student life. I'm planning on doing law school post-grad so I picked the school I was confident I would be happy at, rather than a school I was unsure about being happy at for the sake of the program. If you're unsure of your post-grad plans, I would stick with the program so if you know at least you'll come out after four years with a good degree rarer than an okay degree and some good party stories;)

[@emmamac6056]

+Emma MacCuaig *rather

[@Jennifer-wq2bl]

I'm a senior and didn't even know people held classes lol

[@Katherout]

+Jennifer l m a o depends how desirable certain classes are

[@gabriellemartinezdijohn4885]

How did you balance marching band and school? I am an incoming freshman majoring in Business Admin and i plan on doing marching band but I have no support from my family. I've always been a studious student and earned either B's or A's while balancing sports and band. Im more nervous for actually trying out.. any tips. i know im all over the place, sorry.

[@ColleenMcArdle789]

my school has a program that if you meet your an advisor once a semester you can make sure you graduate in 4 years otherwise they pay for any extra classes

[@virginiacastiglione8879]

Don't kid yourself if you are not a morning person and sign up for afternoon classes already!! I tortured myself my first three years with 8 am classes for nothing, and not trying to get a personality change in order to make it to class makes all the difference in the world.

[@Katherout]

+Virginia Castiglione that's why i made a point to say if you really don't want 8AMs, don't take em. but a lot of us never even give ourselves the opportunity to take a single 8AM~

[@afribulan5118]

Hey, I’m business major too

[@djaynaztyyyy305]

When I go to college which is JROTC, art, music, and French so I could learn my language since I am Haitian😊

[@kimberlynguyen809]

I am go to college and I want know how to get your perfect schedule in college

[@xxChantexx.]

I still have few years until I go to college, but my career prep teacher is making us soon-to-be 10th graders look up colleges. I want to go to USC but my safety college is UCF.

[@electricpenguin32]

At my school you can't really hold a registration spot for someone. There's registering and there's waitlisting, so if someone registered to hold a spot and then dropped, the first person on the waitlist would get in. So you could maybe do it, but only if you're the first person on the waitlist.

[@Katherout]

+electricpenguin32 good point -- every registration system is different but in your case, you're right.

[@electricpenguin32]

+Katherout It's interesting to hear about other schools processes and experiences though! Love the college series videos (:

[@librarian4485]

This system is very overwhelming for someone who’s never studied in the US :( i’m so used to enrolling and having your class schedule sent to you.

[@MorganBlem]

My registration is in an hour and I still have no clue what to pick for my last elective