There are various reasons students have for wanting to finish college on time or even ahead of schedule. For some it is simply a matter of economics, for others it is part of a personal timetable they had established from as early as high school. Others are simply tired of school and are eager to get on with their lives. For whatever your reasons, if you follow these guidelines you will find your undergraduate experience easily completed within four years.

1. Take the maximum course load allowed by the college Only the most dedicated and organized of students should consider this option. Depending on the major, a full course credit load can be more intense than holding down two jobs.

2. Use ‘life experience’ to get credit hours If you are an older student with years of work experience in your field of study, many colleges allow the substitution of this experience for full credit required courses.

3. Take courses over the summer. If a student is willing to forego their summer vacation, this is a viable option. All colleges offer full credit courses over the summer break. But be advised; summer courses concentrate a full term work load into only several short weeks.

4. Take the maximum course load allowed by the college Only the most dedicated and organized of students should consider this option. Depending on the major, a full course credit load can be more intense than holding down two jobs.

5. Avoid changing majors Declare you major by the end of your sophomore year and stick to it. To avoid costly mistakes, you should start exploring the different options available to you as early as your senior year in high school or your freshman year in college

6. Take courses over the summer. If a student is willing to forego their summer vacation, this is a viable option. All colleges offer full credit courses over the summer break. But be advised; summer courses concentrate a full term work load into only several short weeks.

7. Start your college courses prior to acceptance Obtain college credit while in high school by taking AP (advanced placement) courses. Most of these classes are acceptable for partial or full college credit. Many colleges and universities also offer online courses for credit. Enroll in several of these during your senior year of high school.

8. Avoid changing majors Declare you major by the end of your sophomore year and stick to it. To avoid costly mistakes, you should start exploring the different options available to you as early as your senior year in high school or your freshman year in college

9. Take courses over the summer. If a student is willing to forego their summer vacation, this is a viable option. All colleges offer full credit courses over the summer break. But be advised; summer courses concentrate a full term work load into only several short weeks.

10. Keep aware of your timetable Stay in touch with your faculty advisor. The advisor can lay out a four-year educational plan and can counsel you should any problems arise along the way. Be sure to schedule regular meetings with your advisor to review your progress.

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