College is definitely harder than high school. New students who just graduated from there need to spend more time studying and preparing for the classes. If you don't understand a class or you think you are behind, seek tutoring help from the students services center.

Classes can become full very quickly. Do not give up trying to get into classes and utilize the waitlist system. When you are on the waitlist for a class check your student email EVERY DAY. I have had the unfortunate experience of being dropped twice from classes I got into because I didn't check my email often enough. Even if the waitlist is full, trying petitioning classes by going on the first day, even first two weeks to see if the teacher will add you into the class. Some teachers will let many people in and some won't, It all depends on the teacher.

Take summer class. Register early because classes in here are very hard to get in to.

Get to school early to avoid parking Meet with a counselor so you don't take classes that you don't need Apply for financial aid to see you if you qualify

Register on time or you will not get in to the classes you need.