How early should I be as a commuter. To ensure I'm in class on time

Marlyse,

This sort of depends on the time of day and the traffic patterns for your area. There can always be a major accident that sets you back an hour. If you are driving during rush hour, or through New Orleans, there's no telling! I would plan to be real early, that way you are not stressed when you get there! It gives you time to review your material before class, work on homework , grab a snack, visit with friends, etc. I was commuting last year during the evening rush hour. I had 45 miles (mostly interstate), 3 train tracks, and a university that was doing major construction. Just getting to the parking lot once I got to campus was the worst part of it all! I usually made it in an hour, but allowed myself two. It was perfect! The important thing is to make good use of your time. And to keep your car in good running condition, of course!