GPA crisis

Autobot777
Mon, 20 May 2013 16:14:59 +0000

To fellow WashU students…

Hi, I’m new to CC but it seems like a really good way to get feedback/advice. I know I’m probably going to sound like one of those people who complain about their GPA and how hard the school is but I would really appreciate some help…

I am an eng major and am struggling tremendously in classes. I have a GPA higher than 3.1, but it’s not great, and definitely not at all where I want it to be…I go to class, take notes, go to help sessions and office hours, read the book ,do the problems, but I’ve never really been a good test taker - when there is the pressure of time, memorization sort of fails me, or I tend to over think things. I’ve talked to advisors, profs, and friends…

Can anyone suggest study methods or strategies I can try?

Please and thanks!