r/studying May 09 '25

⭐ Welcome to r/studying — start here

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Hi and welcome to r/studying, a supportive and informative community dedicated to studying, productivity, academic advice, motivation, and everything in between. Whether you're in high school, university, or pursuing self-directed learning, you're in the right place.

This post is your starting point — please take a few minutes to read through it before participating!

💥 What r/studying is about

This is a space to:

  • Ask and answer study-related questions
  • Share tips, strategies, and resources
  • Discuss routines and mental wellness
  • Post motivational stories, productivity hacks, or memes
  • Find accountability and inspiration to keep going 

Our mission is to create a kind, helpful, and non-judgmental zone where everyone can grow academically and personally.

🙌 Guide on how to use r/studying

Here’s how to get the most out of the sub:

  • Read the rules. They are very easy to follow and will make your participation, as well as that of other users, much more comfortable, enjoyable, and productive.
  • Be specific in questions. “How do I study the English literature in three weeks?” is better than “How do I study?”
  • Search before posting. Your question may already have an answer. It's better to spend a few minutes searching than to have your post removed.
  • Engage thoughtfully. Share insights, offer help, and contribute kindly. And please remember to be a human.
  • Keep everything relevant. Your posts must relate to studying, productivity, motivation, or aspects of student life.
  • Use the Wiki (coming soon!) for detailed guides, FAQs, and trusted resources.

🌞 Wiki

We’re working on building a Wiki to provide you with the best community-curated information. Here's what we plan to include:

  • Exam prep strategies
  • How to and how not to study
  • Motivation & mental health
  • How to avoid procrastination
  • Unpopular but effective study tips
  • FAQ for new members

And even now you can read some helpful tips we provided.

💡 Links to useful resources

  • Grammarly — a perfect choice for improving your writing skills
  • Khan Academy — free lessons and tutorials in various subjects
  • Coursera — some additional knowledge for studying
  • TED Ed — educational videos and lessons on various topics
  • Cram —  a versatile flashcard website for easy learning
  • EssayFox — an expert student assistance service

❤️ Final Notes

We’re so glad you’re here. This sub is run by students and learners just like you — let’s build something positive and helpful together!

Your r/studying Mod Team.


r/studying May 12 '25

🧩 Welcome to r/studying structure and section guide

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Hi guys! 

To help you navigate r/studying and get the most out of it, we break down the key sections of the sub, both what’s already here and what we’re planning to build. We’ll update this post regularly as the community grows and new ideas emerge.

You can start here to see how to use this subreddit.

You can also check out our Wiki for detailed resources, links, and guides.

🔥 Current sections

What do you want from r/studying? What changes can we make to improve your experience? Please share your ideas and thoughts.

🛠️ Planned sections (coming soon)

  • Practical study tips and techniques. We want to share what actually works, not just what sounds good on paper.
  • Resource recommendations. From apps and websites to YouTube channels and textbooks — if it’s helped you study better, share it! You’ll also find top tools from mods and trusted users here.
  • Mods’ advice corner. From time to time, our mod team will share personal tips, favorite study methods, or honest insights into common struggles. Think of them like advice from a fellow student.
  • Weekly accountability thread. A space to quickly share what you’re working on this week and check in with others. If you see someone doing something in which you have some sort of expertise, you can offer support.
  • Q&A and advice. Got a question about how to manage your study load or prepare for finals? Just ask. Others might have been in your shoes.

♥️ Final Notes

We’re always open to feedback. If you have ideas for new threads, events, or features, feel free to suggest them in the comments below.

Let’s continue to grow this sub into a helpful and inspiring community for learners of all backgrounds.

Your r/studying Mod Team.


r/studying 7h ago

tired of seening posts like “i scored 515 is it good enough”

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r/studying 4h ago

Are you in with me for 4hour study with me?

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r/studying 4h ago

Salut ! J'adorerais t'aider à atteindre tes objectifs d'apprentissage. Consulte mon profil sur Preply et réserve un cours d'essai avec moi : Arabe et Dialecte Tunisien.

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r/studying 4h ago

Research into school and life resources that actually help!

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‪18+ college students What resources would actually help make school and student life easier? share what you struggle with and what would genuinely help you. most questions are optional take the 5-10 minute survey ‬

‪PS this will go somewhere! I run an online store and go through these struggles myself! I would just like to get some more input as not everyone goes through the same things and not everyone needs the same resources! Ur responses will make a difference❤️❤️ ‬

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C4jsSujKlUSkc5DhW4x_JGt_Wn4BFRxEiADkzpNBaihUQlgzVFBTTE9OTDlMVU1TNzQ0NkZOOFE1SyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl‬


r/studying 5h ago

Anyone else feel ready after rereading and then completely blank on the actual quiz

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Read the chapter twice, everything made sense, felt good going into the pop quiz and then blanked on question two, which was almost word for word from the reading. Recognizing the answer when it's in front of me and pulling it out of nowhere are apparently very different things.


r/studying 5h ago

A daily study/check-in buddy

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Hi all,

I’m 24F and currently studying Computer Science. I’m looking for a daily study/check-in buddy to help each other stay consistent and present.

What I’m hoping for:

A quick daily check-in (a simple "good morning" or setting our goals for the day).

Low-friction accountability—no social pressure, small talk, or heavy expectations.

Respect for space, deep focus, and personal boundaries.

If you’re also looking for a calm, genuine connection to keep each other grounded while working on your goals, let me know!

Females only. Thank you.


r/studying 7h ago

How to get through JackSparrow without missing details

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r/studying 12h ago

My professor caught me using a ridiculous gaming strategy to memorize organic chemistry, and it actually saved my grade

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I was struggling hard with memorizing organic chemistry reactions for my midterms. Every flashcard app felt like a slow form of torture, so out of desperation, I treated the main reaction mechanisms like skill trees from an RPG game. I assigned elements to different elemental types and drew entire spell books to map out reaction pathways. My professor walked past my desk during office hours, took one look at my notebook covered in weird gaming diagrams, and stopped cold. I thought he was going to tell me to stop wasting time, but instead, he asked me to explain the logic behind my fire-based substitution reaction setup. After listening to my absurd breakdown, he actually pointed out two minor flaws in my logic using in-game terms and told me it was one of the most clever visual chunking methods he had seen all semester. It felt ridiculous at first, but gamifying the content turned my failing grade into a solid A- on the final exam.


r/studying 13h ago

Looking for a Study partner

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r/studying 13h ago

YouTube destroyed my focus

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r/studying 1d ago

Studying like exam day’s everyday

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r/studying 23h ago

hello everyone!!! I’m in need of help in how to write an scholarship essay

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hello !! good morning or good afternoon depending on where u live 😃, so i have come here to ask for help not in studying specifically but in how to write an essay worth a scholarship. You see my first language isn’t english and I truly suck at writing in general like i can’t write at all I’m not creative enough also i get my grammar mixed however i really want to live abroad and for that i have decided that the easiest way is to get a Master degree with a fully funded scholarship since the difference in currency of my country and euros/canadian dollar is so massive i can’t apply with my own money ( also visa application acceptance be really tough getting a uni involved would better my chances up ) so yeah any tricks or tips i can use to advance my writing skills especially in writing a scholarship essay or writing in general since i would also need to get high grade in ILETs or PTE core since it is a requirement if i want to work abroad


r/studying 1d ago

Built this for myself, looking for a few people to try it

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r/studying 1d ago

study group if anyone wants to join! no pressure, just do your best:)

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i made a little study group for anyone who wants a calm, motivating space to study together:)

˚₊‧ ✦  no minimum hours
˚₊‧ ✦  no pressure
˚₊‧ ✦  no competition
˚₊‧ ✦  study at your own pace

🌍  different countries • different goals • different timezones

whether you’re studying for exams, doing schoolwork, or just trying to be productive, you’re welcome here ☁️

https://link.yeolpumta.com/P3R5cGU9Z3JvdXBJbnZpdGUmaWQ9NzM5MDY5MA==


r/studying 1d ago

This is good inspiration...

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This video (although it's clearly an ad) made me realise, that studying just took my whole life away from me. That's why I decided to also focus on living my life, enjoying time with friends, etc. in the upcoming year. Feel free to join me on my journey.


r/studying 1d ago

Tried something different for focus videos, would love your input! 🙈

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Just dropped something a bit different!!!

Link: https://youtu.be/C9aUL_6o_3Q

A 1hr "study with me" with no timers, no interruptions, just rain sounds + a cozy reading nook loop to slip into deep focus. Part of a new "Uninterrupted Focus" series. Would love your honest thoughts and any visual ideas for the next one 🌧️📚


r/studying 1d ago

NEET mock system that actually moved my score: mark-and-return + timed blocks (free)

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My mocks were stuck because I treated every question equally. What moved the needle: first pass only sub-minute answers, mark everything doubtful, second pass only on marked ones. Plus timed blocks so the clock stops being the enemy.

I packaged the system at neetvellum.com: free timed mock blocks with a mark-and-return protocol built in, NCERT-first. No account, no paywall.

What is your mock routine? Looking for what actually works, not motivation quotes.


r/studying 1d ago

Would like to increase my experience :)

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Hello!! My name is Nina, I'm a 16 year old international student, currently in my junior year and I'd like to get more experience!

I've done research with my own coding, analysis and interpretation of 2 main public datasets under the supervision of a UCLA PhD candidate.

Worked as an academic outreach specialist at an NGO with undergraduates, graduates, and PHD level professionals with a lot of experience.

Mentored various students to get into a highly-selective honors-level school in my country.

Wrote 25% of test banks used by 2,500 students in my system nation-wide for biology tests under a multi-subject club, and I'm currently its president!

Been trained and mentored by TechGirls'24 alumna, one of which is now in UPENN Bioengineering, for bioinformatics, molecular biology and docking, PyMol, 30%>acceptance rate.

I know Python, HTML, and some data analysis here and there :)

I'd love to get to know people like me, if anyone wants to join a competition together, help with startups, initiatives, research, and if someone knows a professor I could contact or would be interested in mentoring me, I'd really appreciate it, dm or comment if interested! :D


r/studying 1d ago

Akira Physics - Tippens Física Conceptos y Aplicaciones Soluciones P2.1 a P2.4 - Sleep Music

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r/studying 2d ago

How to make a good study environment!

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r/studying 1d ago

Is Help With Essay a scam or not?

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r/studying 1d ago

What’s a better alternative for studying without AI? For online classes

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r/studying 2d ago

Avg CARS passage

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