Lots of students dream of finishing college early and starting their careers sooner.

Graduating early is a way to save time and money, but it takes a fair share of planning and effort.

In this article, we’ll share a few tips and recommendations from former students to help you understand how to graduate college early and what you can expect from such a scenario. From picking a major that’s right for you and taking advantage of summer and winter classes to earning college credits while you’re still in high school—there are several things you need to consider if your goal is to graduate early.