I'm a planner kind of person. I like to prepare everything in advance and I always stress out when I feel I haven't got enough time for a certain project, task or event. I'm a firm believer that when you plan things carefully your are more productive and efficient.
Planning is important in any stage in your life, but when you are a student being organized isn't only a must - it's a great way to prepare yourself for the life ahead of you, to learn and discover what works best for you.
Being on top of your course load during graduate school, for example, is imperative to succeed. Graduate-level classes are highly involved and often include extensive reading and homework, and graduate students are expected to be highly self-motivated and skilled in time management.
To help you stay organized for the upcoming semester, we’ve included in this post a variety of printable planners from USAHS to make it easier than ever to stay on top of your course load.
Daily Planner
This daily planner is perfect for filling out the night before to give you a snapshot of your day-to-day activities. You are able to break down your schedule by hour including classes, labs, workouts, study time, meals, and more!
Weekly Planner
If you like to plan a little more in advance, this is perfect for you. At the end of your week, sit down and prepare your schedule by listing out classes, work, and more. There is also a to-do list to help you keep track of errands and appointments.
Monthly Planner
A monthly planner is a staple for all graduate students. With the expedited pace of graduate-level coursework, being able to see a breakdown of your upcoming month is paramount to stay on top of your schedule. Print and fill out the planner at the end of each month and use the notes section to write down any important goals.
Self-Care Checklist
When in graduate school, many people overwork themselves and end up burnt out. Making time for your mental health is just as important as studying, and using this weekly self-care checklist can help you balance your hectic schedule with some well deserved “me time”.
Tips for Staying Organized
- Make a study schedule. Planning out when you are going to study for exams helps you avoid the late-night cramming session.
- Schedule your week ahead of time. Make time at the end of each week to make a detailed schedule including deadlines, tests, clinicals, and more.
- Network. Having a study buddy or mentor can be paramount to succeeding in certain classes.
- Focus on time management. Learning time management is essential in grad school. Using a daily planner can help you effectively schedule your blocks of time during the day.
Whether you attend graduate school full time or are juggling work along with school, staying organized is crucial to success. Downloading these planners can help you balance your coursework, personal life, work, and other daily tasks. Click here to access the download pages.
Happy Wednesday!
This post was written in partnership with USAHS. Images and recipes were supplied them and as such are not owned by me, nor am I responsible for their content.
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