Sign up for classes ASAP, makes it a lot easier for you to creating a schedule that works for you

Be actively engaged in your education, talk with teachers, get help if you are struggling. There are many support services offered on campus which students fail to utilize. Being active on campus is also important, join a club or volunteer - it really helps in the long run if staff and teachers get to know you.

To new students, do not be afraid to ask for HELP. Approach your professors, staff or fellow studen, they do not bite, and ask what you can do or who to see improve your grades. Remember, in the computor lab, the techs are there to help you, ask them form help as well. Apply for FAFSA as soon as possible, because the sooner you do the more money you will be eiligible for.

CCCC is different from conventional colleges. Be prepared to sit in a class a wide variety of people from all ages, and from all corners of the world.

Make sure you are willing to make the commute to the school and be smart with choosing classes.