The last opportunity college students have to influence the outcome of a test is the night before they take it. It’s the perfect time to do certain things that work for them, calm down their nerves and get a lot of rest.

By following a couple of ultimate tips and tricks, you can ensure that you are confident and ready for anything that comes up on the exam.

1.    Play It Safe

It’s not the right moment to experiment with a new memorization technique, work routines or medicines you haven’t tried before. Stick to your regular revision and study methods and do whatever puts you in the best frame of mind, boosts your concentration and productivity. Some college students like to change their study location every hour when others prefer to add some background tunes to their study routine.

2.    Work with a Study Buddy

Getting together with a similarly motivated study partner can also be a great idea to maximize revision results. Create questions from the material that you think could be on the test and schedule a Q&A review with your classmate early in the evening. Going over your weak areas and studying them one more time will definitely improve your score. Don’t forget to write down some quick facts, important dates or even mnemonic devices on a sheet of paper, so you can read it over in the morning before the exam.

3.    Don’t Drink a Ton of Coffee

While caffeine can give you a temporary energy boost and elevates your mood when you study, it will possibly leave you fatigued, dehydrated and jittery later. Avoid drinking coffee after midday so your body can get rid of the caffeine and allow you to get some rest that night. Instead, stay hydrated by drinking water, fruit juice or herbal tea and bring a water bottle into the exam.

4.    Make a Morning Pre-Exam Plan

List the things you need to do before the exam and pack everything into your backpack in advance. This may include your test authorization letter, photo ID, pens and any other necessary paperwork. Ensure you set an alarm, allowing yourself plenty of time for a nutritious and healthy breakfast, and to get to your exam destination beforehand. Feeling prepared for the morning will ease your tension considerably.

5.    Give Your Brain a Break

Take some time before bed to put away your study notes and relax, whether that is having a bubble bath or painting your toenails. You might want to try some meditation or breathing exercises too, to calm your mind and relieve yourself from the panicked thoughts. This will help you wind down before bed, making it easier to get a good night’s sleep so your brain can process the information you spent the evening reviewing.

We hope these study hacks were helpful for you. Good luck on your test!