As an incoming college freshman, you probably have a lot of preconceived ideas about what college will be like. AP courses, college advising, television, your peers, and the internet probably have given you a good idea of what to expect on your first day of classes. Although all these sources may be a good foundation, here are some common misconceptions about college courses we have debunked.

When choosing courses for the upcoming semester, know which version of the course meeting is best for you. Most universities offer multiple ways to take courses, whether in person (also known as face-to-face) or online - when all class meetings and assignments are 100 percent virtual.

Art careers provide an opportunity to express oneself while also being a potentially lucrative career. Fine Arts majors can pursue their creative interests, learn new mediums, and improve their technical skills.

If you want to succeed freshman year, then you will need to develop effective habits and strategies to enable you make the most of your assigned readings.