I dread it.  Is it because it seems unfamiliar and confusing? If so, go to the page on learning methods.

I am easily distracted by other things I need or want to do (chores, errands, family matters, TV, friends, etc).  In this case you must learn the rule, "First things, first: Do your activities in the order of their priority--not what you feel like at the moment." Meet your study goals for the day BEFORE you do anything else. Following that rule will give you self-control over your life and all the external distractions.  It will not only affect your grades, but your success in your career and all aspects of life.

I don't really have time to study, there is not enough time in my schedule for it.  If you want to succeed in college, you must make a practical schedule. (Or perhaps you don't really have a written schedule--only a vague one in your head.) Schedule at least 1-2 hours outside of class for study for every hour in class (and study effectively then) to make good grades. If your combined class hours, work hours, and study hours are over 50-60 hours, then cut back on your number of units or your work hours.  Go to time management page.

I am bored with my classes.  I am taking required classes I'm not that interested in (and there are much more interesting things to do in my life).  Many college students feel that way (and many don't).  Some of the complete college with good grades and some don't.  Which do you want to be?  It is the ones who find a way to get their work done by making it a priority that succeed.  One thing that works for many students is to think of it as a job.  How much do you enjoy most jobs that you have had? You may not enjoy going to work, but you work 8-5 anyway so that you can be paid.  Try setting up a 40 hour (or whatever it takes) 8-5 (9-6 or whatever) schedule for school.  That means you are either in class or studying from 8-5 every day.  After 5 you are free to work, play, do errands or chores, or whatever you want.

I don't know what I want to major in and have little motivation in my classes.  Make it a priority to choose a major and potential career.  Start now. Go to our career decision page.

I just don't have much motivation for college.  Why are you in college? Is it to please someone else or yourself?  To find motivation, you must decide that you want to be in college for yourself so that it will make your life happier by learning, developing yourself, and being successful in the career that you want.  Perhaps you would benefit from seeing a counselor (see below).