Characteristics of Successful Students
1. They attend class regularly and on time.
2. They do extra credit assignments when they are available.
3. Their assignments are done neatly.
4. If they feel they need extra help, they let their teacher know.
5. They turn in all assignments.
6. They pay attention in class and are courteous and polite.
7. They speak up in class.
8. They learn to identify what needs to be studied in greatest detail.
9. They set short-term and long-term goals.
10. They see their teachers before and after class.
11. They learn to schedule enough for homework.
12. They enjoy being successful students.
13. If they do have to miss classes, they find out what they missed and make sure they understand all
that was covered.
14. They know they are responsible for their own success.
Dr. James L. Warner
Bainbridge College