Help for First-Time College Students

Getting into college is certainly a challenge, but you have many more challenges ahead of you. If you're one of the millions of students heading off to your first semester of college in the coming days, make sure you get off to a good start. My About.com colleague Kelci Lynn Lucier has you covered on the college life front. Check out some of her most popular articles for new college students:

• What to Pack When Heading to College
• What to Expect on Move-In Day
• Common Freshman Fears and How to Conquer Them
• The Ultimate To-Do List for Heading to College
• 10 Tips for a Good Roommate Relationship

I'll add just one small item to Kelci's packing list -- ear plugs. I had the nicest roommate in the world one year, yet I wanted to throttle him every night as I lay awake listening to his thunderous snoring. Sometimes the simplest things can help make college a lot more enjoyable.

Have a great first semester! You're at the beginning of an amazing journey!