What is Study Hacks?

Have you ever noticed that some college students make it all look too easy? They never seem to study, yet they earn fantastic grades. They always seem relaxed, yet they keep knocking out head-turning accomplishments.

Study Hacks seeks to demystify their success. Based on the philosophy described in my two popular advice guides How to Become a Straight-A Student (Random House, 2006) and How to Win at College (Random House, 2005), this blog presents tested strategies for getting more out of the college experience and life in general.

Where Did You Come From?

I started Study Hacks during the summer of 2007. Since then, it has grown to become one of the largest academic productivity blogs on the web. It won the 2007 Readers Choice Award for Best Education Blog in the Performancing Blog Awards, and has been featured, among other places, on Life Hacker, Life Hack, and Dumb Little Man.

Who Runs Study Hacks?

Study Hacks is run by me (aka. Cal Newport). Here’s all you need to know: I went to Dartmouth, I’m currently a fourth year PhD student at MIT, and I’ve published two books about doing well at college. (If you want a more braggy, self-promotional bio, click here. But don’t say I didn’t warn you.)

How Do I Contact You?

You can e-mail me: author [at] calnewport.com

I love to hear from students about what’s going in their life or what problems they’re facing. I try to answer every e-mail — though I don’t always succeed. Be forewarned, however, that your question might end up in one of my regular Q & A posts (anonymously, of course).

Do You Do Talks or Media Appearances?

Yes. Sometimes. Here’s my experience: I’ve appeared as a college expert on ABC, CBS, NBC, and on over 50 radio programs. I’ve also given talks at high schools and universities. I’m always happy to discuss opportunities. You can reach me at the e-mail address given above.