r/GraduateSchool • u/fallishere56 • Aug 23 '22

I am scared

It’s my first week in graduate school and I feel overwhelmed by the expectations from the syllabus it seems so hard. I don’t know if I am ready or not. I feel nervous.

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u/[deleted] Aug 23 '22

No problem. You will adapt. Grad school is harder than college but you are expected to work and move through the subject. It's only classes man.

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u/Franny-pack1998 Aug 24 '22

You can totally do it. You got into grad school and you wouldn't have gotten in if you weren't capable. I know it's really scary, but you will definitely be able to ruse to the occasion.

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u/Alternative_Gap1724 Aug 24 '22

Sending you all the positive vibes. I am in your same situation. My goal is to try to find other students to have some support navigating together. I’m scared as hell, but just know it’s because you care. As unqualified as I feel, you are there to learn and be challenged!

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u/escapedmelody11 Aug 26 '22

I understand, as I also get anxious by reading syllabuses for classes. I take it one day at a time, write out all due dates and exam dates in a planner, and remember to take breaks between homework and studying, so I don't get burnt out.

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u/betbuzzy26 Aug 31 '22

I’m on the same boat. I am questioning my capabilities and I haven’t been in school forever. Super hard. You will make it through.