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Top 5 Apps for Busy College Students

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Akron chapter.

The semester is never more busy than in the weeks leading up to finals.

With project and paper deadlines looming, staying on top of your game as you take one step closer to the end of the semester is more crucial than ever. For that reason, and for countless others working to benefit your experience, keeping yourself organized and productive is the best way to cruise through the chaos of the last few weeks of school.

Since many of us already spend a significant amount of time on our phones, why not make the most of that time by downloading and using the following apps intended to help you find success no matter what the semester might throw at you!

1. Duolingo

This language learning app allows students to practice their foreign language skills through gaming techniques aimed at making the process enjoyable and fun. With over 30 languages to choose from, the different speaking, listening, and translation challenges will help you brush up on everything from nouns to verb conjugations in no time.

 

2. Exam Countdown Lite

Great for keeping track of schedules, this app will allow students to have access to final exam times and other deadlines as basically a virtually calendar or planner. You can even customize the colors and icons used for each subject!

 

3. Wunderlist

Wunderlist allows you to create to-do lists, and even share them with friends. Taking the place of endless Sticky Notes that can easily get lost, this app is key for managing projects and staying organized. 

 

4. DropBox

Many students may have practice with submitting their assignments online, so transitioning to DropBox will be no problem. As a file sharing app that allows users to store files on the cloud, DropBox guarantees your assignments will be safe. No last-minute stresses with this one!

 

5. Headspace

Finally, there’s nothing more important than maintaining your mental health and well-being, no matter how busy you might be. Take a few minutes practice meditation and positive thinking so that you are in the best position to finish the semester on a strong note.

Abbey is an Ohio native currently caught between the charm of the Midwest and the lure of the big city. She loves all things politics and pop culture, and is always ready to discuss the intersections of both. Her favorite season is awards season and she is a tireless advocate of the Oxford Comma. Abbey will take a cup of lemon tea over coffee any day and believes that she can convince you to do the same. As a former English major, she holds the power of words near and dear.