233 Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
A collection of uplifting and motivating quotes tailored to inspire and empower college students on their journey of growth and success.
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- Quotes for Students on Why Hard Work is not Optional
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Best Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
Don’t say you don’t have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michaelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson, and Albert Einstein. Jackson Brown Jr.
There are no shortcuts to any place worth going. Beverly Sills
Procrastination is the art of keeping up with yesterday. Don Marquis Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
Go into the world and do well. But more importantly, go into the world and do good. Minor Myers Jr.
Goal setting is the secret to a compelling future. Tony Robbins
Procrastination is like a credit card: it’s a lot of fun until you get the bill. Christopher Parker
You get in life what you have the courage to ask for. Oprah Winfrey
Begin while others are procrastinating. Work while others are wishing. William Arthur Ward
The purpose of human life is to serve and to show compassion and the will to help others. Albert Schweitzer
If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place. Nora Roberts
Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. Mark Twain
There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind. C.S. Lewis
To be an overachiever you have to be an over-believer. Dabo Swinney
Indeed, the challenge of the new millennium is surely to find ways to achieve international – or better, intercommunity – cooperation wherein human diversity is acknowledged and the rights of all are respected. The Dalai Lama
How long should you try? Until. Jim Rohn
We need to accept that we won’t always make the right decisions, that we’ll screw up royally sometimes – understanding that failure is not the opposite of success, it’s part of success. Ariana Huffington
Don’t do anything that will put your future at risk. Unknown
People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily. Zig Ziglar
You have to believe it before you see it. Unknown
Rule no.1 is, don’t sweat the small stuff. Rule no. 2 is, it’s all small stuff. Robert Eliot
If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude. Don’t complain. Maya Angelou
The best way to gain self-confidence is to do what you are afraid to do. Swati Sharma
Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma, which is living the result of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown your own inner voice. Steve Jobs
All progress takes place outside of your comfort zone. Michael John Bobak
We were not born with the unhealthy habits we carry. We had to learn them. So we can unlearn them, and help others do the same. Riane Eisler
Outwardly express confidence even if you don’t feel it. Unknown
Your biggest risk isn’t failing, it’s getting too comfortable. Drew Houston
We owe it to ourselves and to the next generation to conserve the environment so that we can bequeath our children a sustainable world that benefits all. Dr. Wangari Maathai
You’ve got to get up every morning with determination if you’re going to go to bed with satisfaction. George Lorimer
The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem. Do you understand? Captain Jack Sparrow
Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying ‘I will try again tomorrow’. Mary Anne Radmacher
If you join a fight for social justice you may win or lose, but just by being part of the struggle, you win, and your life will be better for it. Howard Zinn
Change your thoughts and you will change your world. Norman Vincent Peale
Be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity. Horace Mann
Worry gives a small thing a big shadow. Swedish Proverb
So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable. Christopher Reeve
Procrastination makes easy things hard and hard things harder. Mason Cooley
Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day. Dalai Lama
Never do tomorrow what you can do today. Unknown
Procrastination is the thief of time. Charles Dickens
I think I can. I think I can. I think I can. I know I can. Watty Piper (The Little Engine That Could)
More Wise Advice for College Students
You lose nothing when fighting for a cause… In my mind the losers are those who don’t have a cause they care about. Muhammad Ali
My biggest regret could be summed up in one word, and that’s procrastination. Ron Cooper
Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you are right. Henry Ford
Don’t let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. John Wooden
How wonderful it is that nobody needs to wait a single moment before starting to improve the world. Anne Frank
If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be. Maya Angelou
Everything’s always ending. But everything’s always beginning, too. Patrick Ness Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright
Take control of your life. The instant you take control, interesting things will come to you. Douglas Adams
If you don’t build your dreams, someone will hire you to help build theirs. Tony Gaskin
When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us. Alexander Graham Bell
It may be scary to take the road less traveled, but it will lead you to the best rewards. Unknown
Procrastination is opportunity’s assassin. Victor Kiam
You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have. Maya Angelou
I learned from my father that you can fail at what you don’t want, so you might as well take a chance on doing what you love. Jim Carrey
Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars. Les Brown
Don’t go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first. Mark Twain
Do not make your goal to be the best. The best is a label. It’s something someone else decides for you. ‘Better’ is more personal. Baryshnikov
If we are peaceful, if we are happy, we can blossom like a flower, and everyone in our family, our entire society, will benefit from peace. Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Your life is your story, and the adventure ahead of you is the journey to fulfill your own purpose and potential. Kerry Washington
Take it all one day at a time and enjoy the journey. Kristi Barlett
Life is an improvisation. You have no idea what’s going to happen next and you are mostly just making things up as you go along. Stephen Colbert
A man’s mind, stretched by new ideas, may never return to its original dimensions. Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
It never gets easier. You just get better. Jordan Hoechlin
Do something now; your future self will thank you for later. Unknown
If you put off everything till you’re sure of it, you’ll never get anything done. Norman Vincent Peale
Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world. Howard Zinn
I think it’s possible for ordinary people to choose to be extraordinary. Elon Musk
Follow your passion. It will lead you to your purpose. Oprah
Procrastination is the thief of time. Edward Young
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who want to get things done and those who don’t want to make mistakes. John Maxwell
Being busy doesn’t mean you are accomplishing anything. Unknown
People may look different or be dressed differently or may have a different education or position. But they are all the same. They are all people to be loved. Mother Teresa
Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve. Mary Kay Ash
It always seems impossible until it’s done. Nelson Mandela
I pay no attention whatsoever to anybody’s praise or blame. I simply follow my own feelings. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot, but make it hot by striking. William Butler Yeats
There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self. Ernest Hemingway
Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. Ferris Bueller
Trust yourself, you know more than you think you do. Benjamin Spock
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Short Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
A little progress each day adds up to big results. Satya Nani
Accept failure as part of the process. Unknown
Be so good they can’t ignore you. Steve Martin
Be the person your dog thinks you are. J.W. Stephens
Believing in something makes it tangible. Unknown
Courage is the drive to do what you want. Unknown
Don’t let others tell you how to live your life. Unknown
Don’t let worry stop you from doing something. Unknown
Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better. Jim Rohn
Life is short. Enjoy every moment. Unknown
Every expert was once a beginner. Helen Hayes Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
Every little thing does not warrant panic. Unknown
Excellence is not a skill. It is an attitude. Ralph Marston
Focus on being productive instead of busy. Unknown
In a gentle way, you can shake the world. Mahatma Gandhi
In a world where you can be anything, be kind. Jennifer Dukes Lee
It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves. Edmund Hillary
Limit your ‘always’ and your ‘nevers.’ Amy Poehler
Only you can hold yourself back. Unknown
Persist. Persist. Persist. Unknown
Strive for progress, not perfection. Unknown
The expert in anything was once a beginner. Helen Hayes
The purpose of our lives is to be happy. Dalai Lama
You can always be better. Tiger Woods
You may fail, but is it really failing? Unknown
Reality is wrong. Dreams are for real. Tupac Shakur
Quotes for Students on Why Hard Work is not Optional
I do not know anyone who has got to the top without hard work. That is the recipe. It will not always get you to the top, but it should get you pretty near. Margaret Thatcher
If people knew how hard I worked to achieve my mastery, it wouldn’t seem so wonderful after all. Michelangelo
If you work hard enough and assert yourself, and use your mind and imagination, you can shape the world to your desires. Malcolm Gladwell Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
GladwellIt’s not about perfect. It’s about effort. Jillian Michaels
Skill is only developed by hours and hours of work. Usain Bolt
Striving for success without hard work is like trying to harvest when you haven’t planted. David Bly
Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work. Stephen King
When you become too comfortable, you aren’t pushing yourself.
Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did. Newt Gingrich
Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did. Newt Gingrich
Self-belief and hard work will always earn you success. Virat Kohli
Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do. Pelé
Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose. G.K. Nielson
The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand. Vince Lombardi
There is no secret to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure. Colin Powell
Inspiring Quotes on Never Giving up for College Students
A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him. David Brinkley
I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. Michael Jordan
A winner is just a loser who tried one more time. George Augustus Moore
By perseverance, the snail reached the ark. Charles Spurgeon
Challenges are what make life interesting. Overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. Joshua J. Marine
Determination is doing what needs to be done even when you don’t feel like doing it. Unknown
Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success. Dale Carnegie
Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better. Maya Angelou
Failure is less painful when you enjoy what you do. Unknown
Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again. This time more intelligently. Henry Ford
Failure isn’t final. In fact, it can be a powerful tool for growth and progress. Unknown
A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new. Albert Einstein
Fall seven times, stand up eight. Japanese Proverb
Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration. Thomas Edison
Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny. C.S. Lewis
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been given a no. Only to find that a better, brighter, bigger yes was right around the corner. Arlan Hamilton
I don’t measure a man’s success by how high he climbs, but by how high he bounces when he hits the bottom. George S. Patton
Instead of looking at the hundred reasons to quit, look at the thousand reasons not to give up. Unknown
It took me fifteen years to discover I had no talent for writing, but I couldn’t give it up because by then I was too famous. Robert Benchley
It’s the pain and failure that teaches you the best lesson in life and motivates you to rebuild yourself and stand again with a robust faith. Priti Chaubey
Just remember, you can do anything you set your mind to, but it takes action, perseverance, and facing your fears. Gillian Anderson
Little minds are tamed and subdued by misfortune; but great minds rise above it. Washington Irving
Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up. Thomas Edison
Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all. Dale Carnegie
Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn. Harriet Beecher Stowe
Never let the fear of striking out get in your way. Babe Ruth
Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time. Thomas Edison
Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish. John Quincy Adams
Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding on the 20th. Julie Andrews
Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other. Walter Elliot
Real difficulties can be overcome; it is only the imaginary ones that are unconquerable. Theodore N. Vail
Sometimes people get upset that others are so positive, but your positivity keeps you going. Unknown
Sometimes your first plan doesn’t work. That just means you will find a better way. Unknown
That which we persist in doing becomes easier for us to do; not that the nature of the thing itself is changed, but that our power to do is increased. Ralph Waldo Emerson
The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones. Confucius
The most difficult thing is the decision to act; the rest is merely tenacity. Amelia Earhart
Use all your efforts, even when the possibilities play against you. Arnold Palmer
While one may encounter many defeats, one must not be defeated. Maya Angelou
You don’t drown by falling in the water; you drown by staying there. Ed Cole
Dream big and dare to fail. Norman Vaughan
Inspirational Quotes on Lifelong Education
The man who does not read books has no advantage over the one who cannot read them. Mark Twain
Be a student as long as you still have something to learn, and this will mean all your life. Henry Doherty
I hear, and I forget. I see, and I remember. I do, and I understand. Chinese Proverb
Learning is the only thing the mind never exhausts, never fears, and never regrets. Leonardo da Vinci
Education is something we have to keep pursuing day after day. Brian Gallant
Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. Henry Ford
Learning without thinking is useless. Think without learning, dangerous. Confucius
Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary. Jim Rohn Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
Education is the gift that keeps on giving. Hold that gift close to their hearts. Unknown
A college degree is not a sign of a finished product but an indication a person is prepared for life. Edward Malloy
Education means emancipation. It means light and liberty. It means the uplifting of the soul of man into the glorious light of truth, the light by which men can only be made free. Frederick Douglass
Be patient with yourself. Self-growth is tender; it’s holy ground. There’s no greater investment. Stephen Covey
I am always doing what I cannot do yet, in order to learn how to do it. Vincent Van Gogh
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Nelson Mandela
An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. Benjamin Franklin
Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other. John F. Kennedy
Education is the best provision for life’s journey. Aristotle
Do your thing and don’t care if they like it. Tina Fey
College has given me the confidence I need to fail. Jarod Klintz
Educating yourself does not mean you were stupid in the first place, it means that you are intelligent enough to know that there is plenty left to learn. Melanie Joy
College inspired me to think differently. It’s like no other time in your life. Lara Oleynik
Life itself is your teacher, and you are in a state of constant learning. Bruce Lee
Instruction ends in the schoolroom, but education ends only with life. Frederick W. Robertson
The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice. Brian Herbert
The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you. B.B. King
Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today. Malcolm X
Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever. Mahatma Gandhi
Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. Joseph Addison
He who asks a question is a fool for five minutes; he who does not ask a question remains a fool forever. Chinese Proverb
Education is not to reform students or amuse them or to make them expert technicians. It is to unsettle their minds, widen their horizons, inflame their intellects, teach them to think straight, if possible. Robert M. Hutchins
Books are dangerous. The best ones should be labeled with This could change your life. Helen Exley
A book is like a garden that can be carried in your pocket. Chinese Proverb
Inspirational Quotes on Self Belief for Students in College
You have to believe in yourself when no one else does. Serena Williams
Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle. Christian D. Larson
Be strong, be fearless, be beautiful, and believe that anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you. Misty Copeland
If you have no confidence in self, you are twice defeated in the race of life. Marcus Garvey Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
Working hard is important, but there is something that matters even more: Believing in yourself. Harry Potter
Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. Karim Seddiki
Believe in yourself, take on your challenges, and dig deep within yourself to conquer fears. Never let anyone bring you down. You got to keep going. Chantal Sutherland
Believing in yourself is the biggest factor in success.
If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. Vincent Van Gogh
If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. Vincent Van Gogh
Accept and acknowledge your own brilliance. Stop waiting for others to tell you how great you are! Believe it for yourself and about yourself. Iyanla Vanzant
If we did all the things we are capable of, we would be amazed. Thomas Edison
Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t pretend that you do and, at some point, you will. Venus Williams
Inspirational Quotes on Success for Students in College
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. Albert Schweitzer
Ninety-nine percent of the failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses. George Washington Carver
The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus. Bruce Lee
Being a good person is better than only being a successful person.
Try not to become a person of success. Rather become a person of value. Albert Einstein
Try not to become a person of success. Rather become a person of value. Albert Einstein
To those of you who received honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done. And to the C students, I say you too may one day be president of the United States. George W. Bush
Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day-in, and day-out. Robert Collier
If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary. Jim Rohn
The secret of success is to do the common things uncommonly well. John D. Rockefeller
The elevator to success is out of order. You’ll have to use the stairs, one step at a time. Joe Girard
Successful and unsuccessful people do not vary greatly in their abilities. They vary in their desires to reach their potential. John C. Maxwell
Our greatest fear should not be of failure, but of succeeding at things in life that don’t really matter. Francis Chan
Successful people begin where failures leave off. Never settle for ‘just getting the job done.’ Excel! Tom Hopkins Inspirational Quotes for Students in College
Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort. Paul J. Meyer
It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things. Leonardo da Vinci
Quality is never an accident, it is always the result of an effort of intelligence. John Ruskin
Opportunities don’t happen. You create them. Chris Grosser
Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. Winston Churchill
The secret of your success is determined by your daily agenda. John C. Maxwell
Everybody can be great because everybody can serve. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Sometimes you succeed where you least expect it. Unknown
Good things come to people who wait, but better things come to those who go out and get them. Unknown
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. Mohandas Gandhi
The most successful people are those who are good at plan B. James Yorke
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. Winston Churchill
Success doesn’t come to you, you’ve got to go to it. Marva Collins
Summary
Succeeding as a college student requires a unique blend of qualities, habits, and strategies that pave the way for personal and academic achievements. In this fast-paced and demanding environment, students must cultivate a mindset of determination, discipline, and resilience to overcome challenges and make the most of their educational experience.
First and foremost, successful college students possess clear goals and a strong sense of purpose. They have a vision of what they want to achieve and understand the value of their education. Setting both short-term and long-term goals allows them to stay focused and motivated throughout their academic journey.
Effective time management is another crucial skill for college success. Students must learn to prioritize tasks, establish a study schedule, and avoid procrastination. By allocating time wisely, they can maintain a healthy balance between academic responsibilities, extracurricular activities, and personal well-being.
Furthermore, successful students actively engage in their coursework. They attend classes regularly, take thorough notes, and participate in discussions. They approach assignments and projects with enthusiasm and strive for excellence in their academic pursuits. By staying engaged, they not only deepen their understanding of the subject matter but also build strong relationships with professors and peers.
In addition to academic engagement, successful college students are proactive in seeking support and resources. They take advantage of office hours, tutoring services, and study groups to enhance their learning experience. They are not afraid to ask questions or seek clarification when needed. Recognizing that asking for help is a sign of strength, they actively seek opportunities for growth and improvement.
Another key aspect of college success is maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Successful students prioritize self-care by getting enough sleep, eating nutritious meals, and engaging in regular physical activity. They understand the importance of managing stress and finding healthy outlets for relaxation, such as practicing mindfulness, pursuing hobbies, or connecting with friends and family.
Effective communication skills are also essential for success in college. Students who can express their thoughts clearly, both in writing and verbally, are better equipped to succeed academically and professionally. They actively participate in class discussions, seek feedback on their work, and collaborate effectively with classmates.
Successful college students embrace a growth mindset. They view challenges as opportunities for learning and development, rather than setbacks. They persevere through obstacles, learn from failures, and adapt their strategies when necessary. They understand that success is not always immediate and that hard work and dedication are essential for long-term achievements.
Succeeding as a college student requires a combination of qualities, habits, and strategies. By cultivating determination, discipline, and resilience, setting clear goals, managing time effectively, engaging in coursework, seeking support, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, honing communication skills, and embracing a growth mindset, students can unlock their full potential and thrive academically and personally in the college environment.
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