This document provides 8 study tips for having a strong semester from students at an unnamed institution. The tips are to take notes in class, manage your time by making a schedule, minimize distractions by selecting important information, rewrite notes to simplify studying, get enough rest as sleep deprivation causes stress and lower test scores, eat a balanced breakfast and take snack breaks, reward yourself for hard work as exams are stressful, and succeed on exams by taking a deep breath and having confidence in yourself. Following these tips will help ensure your grades reflect your effort.