In this manual for minority students in higher education, advice is provided on the following topics: (1) methods of self personality assessment, including lists, questions, and flow charts; (2) suggestions for budgeting study time in an individual schedule; (3) relaxation techniques to combat anxiety; (4) methods of self-management in cases of mild depression; (5) management of interpersonal problems and ways of developing assertiveness; and (6) techniques for making decisions about future careers and graduate study. Numerous scales, checklists and self-evaluation quizzes accompany each topic. A directory of information sources about graduate study and financial aid is included. (WI)