Strong semester finish

Overview

You're heading into the final stretch of first semester! These grades are the last ones included in your UC/CSU GPA calculation and will appear on your applications.

Final Push Strategies

• Calculate what grades you need on finals to achieve your target semester grades
• Create a study schedule for finals week — prioritize strategically
• Attend any review sessions your teachers offer
• Form study groups with classmates
• Ask teachers about any last opportunities to improve grades

Self-Care During Finals

• Get 7-8 hours of sleep before exams — cramming all night actually hurts performance
• Eat balanced meals
• Take breaks when studying
• Stay hydrated

Grade Thresholds to Aim For

• Mostly As and Bs in challenging courses
• Avoid any grade below B- if possible

After Finals

Review your semester grades and reflect on what worked and what didn't. These insights help you start second semester even stronger!

Encouraging Perspective

You've worked hard all semester. Finals are just one more step, and then you get a well-deserved break!