How to Get the Most Out of College

127 Ways to Make Connections, Make it Work for You, and Make a Difference

 
 

★★★★★ “Well organized, amazingly complete, and tremendously insightful, worthy reading for anyone planning to attend college… or their parents!” –Scott D.

Are you OVERWHELMED by the thought of COLLEGE: managing your time, choosing the right major, & having it actually pay off? Do you DREAD the social challenges, homesickness, & responsibility that come with college life?

If so, this life-changing book is exactly what you need!
In Elliot Felix's comprehensive handbook, you'll learn how to get in, get ahead, make the most of your college experience, and create your dream future. The essential guide for every college-bound student to navigate these common challenges & fears with ease, for the tools & confidence you need to thrive in your academic journey.

So why do 65% of college students struggle with a sense of belonging? And 20% drop out in their first year?

Based on Elliot’s experience as an educational consultant working with over 100 colleges, data from 100s of research studies and insights from surveys, focus groups, & student interviews, this indispensable guidebook will help you unlock your full potential, find your tribe & turn your college years into a launchpad for success.

Full of hidden gems, we’ll show you how to identify & maximize opportunities that others may not even know exist. Not only will you learn incredible proven strategies for getting the most out of university & standing out, we'll empower you with practical info, insider tips, & time-sensitive actionable advice.

With specific suggestions for Underrepresented Student Populations, who often face unique challenges to navigate college and find support & belonging:
✓ First-generation Students
✓ Students with Children
✓ Students with Disabilities
✓ LGBTQ+ students
✓ Students of color
✓ International students
✓ Transfer students
✓ Veterans
✓ Student Athletes

In today's increasingly competitive academic landscape, the stakes have never been higher. Our comprehensive guide will help you overcome the most pressing concerns college students face:

  1. Unravel the Financial Maze: Master your finances with our step-by-step guidance on budgeting, scholarships, & student loans, maximizing resources and minimizing debt.

  2. The Perfect Major Blueprint: Discover the secrets to selecting your ideal major, thriving academically w/ proven study techniques, time management strategies, & tips to maintain a stellar GPA while balancing coursework, extracurriculars, & social life.

  3. Social Success: Unlock the keys to forming meaningful connections and navigating diverse social environments with ease, ensuring a fulfilling & well-rounded college experience & practicing self-care.

  4. Mental Health Matters: Prioritize your mental wellbeing with our expert guidance on managing stress, anxiety, & depression, for a healthy & resilient college journey.

  5. Fast-Track Your Career: Get ahead in today's competitive job market with our insider tips on internships, networking, and landing your dream job after graduation.

  6. Build Skills & Relationships for Success: Use intentional design for long-term success through skill-building and relationship development.

Get your copy NOW & start living an unforgettable college life!

★★★★★“... the tips for how to make college work are real, practical, and engaging. Kudos to the author for not only doing the important legwork in the research and interviews, but for presenting a wide range of tips in a human and relatable way.” –Joel C.

If you liked the “Fiske Guide to Colleges” or “The Naked Roommate”, you’ll love “How To Get The Most Out Of College”. The perfect birthday or high school graduation gift & an essential dorm room companion to help start college off right!

 

  • "Usually, books like this are obvious and useless. But <em>How to Get the Most Out of College</em> is uniquely savvy, insightful, and research-based, on both finding the right college and thriving once you're there."

    - John Katzman, Founder of The Princeton Review, 2U, and Noodle

  • "This is the book I wish my daughter had when she went to school. It invites readers to take hold of their lives as students with a friendly tone and a format that’s easy to read and easy to use. Felix has done his research and is able to engage readers around serious issues but with a relatable style."

    – Marybeth Gasman, Distinguished Professor, Rutgers University, Graduate School of Education and Executive Director, Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute for Leadership, Equity, & Justice & Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions

  • "This is a well-researched “Insider’s guide” to college that will empower students and their support structures to prepare, develop a sense of belonging, and be successful."

    – Cedric Howard, Vice President of Student Affairs, University of Northern Colorado

  • "Who wouldn't benefit from a roadmap for the college search AND what to do on campus? This book offers students – both those students who may not have a family member guiding them AND those who think they already know it all – a series of suggestions to find and benefit from institutions that value students in the co-creation of their education. A great read to inspire your selection process."

    – Tom Ellett, Chief Experience Officer (CXO), Quinnipiac University

  • "This book provides students with a superb blueprint to shape their own educational experience and empowers them to get the most out of college. From technology to relationships to career paths, this book covers tremendous ground with information that is lucid, practical and written with conviction. A must read for any college student."

    – Sanjit Sethi, President, Minneapolis College of Art and Design

  • "Empowering students to design their own experience is so important to their success. This book is a great resource to help all students make use of the campus, technology, and support services to help them succeed."

    –Sukhwant Jhaj, Vice Provost for Academic Innovation and Student Achievement, Arizona State University

  • "This book is full of great suggestions on everything from finding support to managing your time to making an impact. It will help students try things out, question things, and make the most of their time in college."

    – Ayman Siam, Student, New York University

  • "College was a big adjustment for me and this is the book I wish I had a few years ago to help me do everything from choosing a school and navigating finances, to finding my people and taking risks. It’s a great resource that every incoming student should have."

    – Abby Anderson, Student, University of Minnesota

  • "This book has answers to so many of the questions you have in college. How to explore and use the campus? Where and how to get all kinds of help? What to do to adjust to new places and cultures? How to make what you are learning feel more useful and hopeful?"

    - Annie Phan, Student, University of Minnesota

  • "Instead of an old-school guide explaining exactly what the right way to "do" college is, this innovative book let’s readers take the information they want and mold it into exactly what works for them."

    - Natalie Passov, recent graduate of UMass Amherst

  • "I wasn't sure what to expect in college. This book is a resource that can help incoming students know what to look forward to in their experience. It has an inviting approach that’s easy to read and questions that help you think, whether it’s about understanding your strengths, working with your professors, exploring different paths, or changing course – and knowing this is okay."

    – Catherine Chattergoon, Student, Pratt Institute

Looking for an overview of the book? This 7 minute video tells the story of How to Get the Most Out of College so that you can think not just about where to go to college but how to go to college – and get practical tips on making the everyday decisions about class projects, support services, and community that help you succeed.

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