Starting University: Quotes to inspire

Getting the most out of University starts with knowing what you want to achieve and why it matters. University can be a fantastic experience where you can meet lifelong friends, make life-lasting experiences, and get a degree that will help set you up for a great job.  Here are 10 motivational quotes for new students to feel inspired! 

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney 

“Whatever you are, be a good one.” – Abraham Lincoln 

“Just remember, you can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger

“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.” – William Shakespeare 

“I think it’s possible for ordinary people to choose to be extraordinary.” – Elon Musk 

“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 

“Skill is only developed by hours and hours of work.” – Usain Bolt

“A lot of hard work is hidden behind nice things.” – Ralph Lauren

“Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill



This list barely scratches the surface of the ocean of inspiring motivational quotes to help students out there, but we hope we have managed to motivate you enough to start your journey and work towards your dreams. Ultimately, the inspiration also has to come from within you!