Notion Templates for students
Introduction
If school feels like a juggling act—classes, assignments, club meetings, side hustles—then Notion can be your calm control center. Think of it as a friendly digital binder where you can plan your week, track grades, revise smarter, and keep all your notes in one clean space. In this post I’ll walk you, like a friend, through the exact Notion templates that help students stay organized without spending the whole day organizing.
We’ll build a simple student dashboard, plug in assignment and class databases, add a revision planner that actually sticks, and finish with extras like a habit tracker, budget page, and internship/job application tracker. Everything here is beginner-friendly, mobile-ready, and easy to customize—so you can focus on learning, not wrestling with tools.
Student Dashboard (Home Hub)
What it is
Your dashboard is a single page that shows today’s classes, upcoming deadlines, a quick view of your week, and links to your most used pages (Notes, Assignments, Budget, etc.).
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Core blocks to include
- “Today” board: class schedule for the day + due tasks.
- Quick Links: buttons to Notes, Assignments, Calendar, and Study Timer.
- Focus widget: one priority for the day, 3 must-do tasks.
- Mood/energy check-in: optional, but helps you plan realistic study sessions.
Pro tip: keep the dashboard simple. If it takes more than 3 seconds to see what matters, it’s doing too much.
Class Database (Courses, Schedules, Syllabi)
Create a database called Classes with properties like: Semester, Instructor, Credits, Location, Days/Time, and Syllabus (file/url). Each class page can store lecture notes, reading lists, and grade breakdowns.
Recommended properties
- Course Code / Title
- Semester (Fall 2025, etc.)
- Meeting Days (M/W/F etc.) and Time
- Instructor + contact
- Syllabus (upload PDF or link)
- Link to Assignments (relation)
View ideas: Table by semester, Board by day of week, Calendar of exam dates.
Assignments & Deadlines Tracker
This is your stress reducer. A database called Assignments linked to Classes with due dates, status, and weight. Add a formula for urgency so you always see what to start first.
Key properties
- Assignment name
- Class (relation)
- Due Date (with reminder)
- Status (Not Started / In Progress / Submitted / Graded)
- Weight (percentage of course grade)
- Estimated Time (hrs)
Views: Calendar of due dates, Board by status, “This Week” filter, and “Overdue”.
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Revision Planner (Spaced Repetition)
Studying once is not enough. Use a small database called Revisions with a review schedule (1d, 3d, 7d, 14d…). Each card links back to a Note or Assignment. When you mark a review complete, the next date auto-moves forward.
Suggested properties
- Topic / Chapter
- Linked Note (relation)
- Next Review (date)
- Interval (1, 3, 7, 14, 30)
- Confidence (Low/Med/High)
Why it works: you revise before forgetting kicks in, which saves hours before exams.
Notes System (Linked, Searchable)
Keep one database called Notes. Each note should belong to a Class, and use consistent headings (Summary → Key Ideas → Examples → Questions). Tag notes by exam/topic so revision views are one click.
- Use callouts for formulas and definitions.
- Link related notes and assignments for context.
- Clip web pages into Notion with the browser extension (save citation).
GPA & Grade Calculator
Build a simple Grades database or add properties inside Classes: assessment names, weight, score, and a formula to calculate current grade. A semester-level rollup can estimate your GPA so there are no surprises.
- Use Weight (%) × Score (%) for course total.
- Roll up course grades to a Semester GPA page.
- Color-code: green ≥ 85, amber 70–84, red < 70 so you spot risks early.
Weekly Planner & Time Blocking
A weekly board with columns Mon–Sun helps you block classes, study sessions, gym, and rest. Drag tasks from Assignments into specific time blocks so you always know what to do next.
- Set a default study block: 50 minutes focus + 10 minutes break.
- Pin recurring routines: review, readings, problem sets.
- Create a “Backlog” column for ideas that can wait.
Habit & Routine Tracker
Small habits power big semesters. Track sleep, water, exercise, reading, and deep work. Don’t try to track everything—choose 3–5 habits that move grades or health.
- Use a monthly view to spot streaks.
- Pair habits with time blocks (e.g., 9am library = deep work).
- Celebrate streaks with a simple progress bar.
Budget & Expense Page
Money stress drains focus. A tiny budget page keeps you in control: monthly income, fixed costs, flex spending, and savings goals. Add tags for categories (food, transport, books) and a chart view to see where cash goes.
- Set weekly limits for food/transport and review every Sunday.
- Track textbook resales or tutoring income.
- Add a wish list with prices so purchases are intentional.
Project & Group Work Space
Use a Projects database with tasks, owners, and deadlines. Each project page holds resources, meeting notes, and a decision log so no one asks, “where is that file?” again.
- Kanban view by status: To Do → Doing → Done.
- Timeline/Gantt for long assignments.
- Assign teammates and @mention inside notes to keep accountability.
Internship & Job Application Tracker
Create a tracker with company, role, source, deadline, status, and contact. Store resumes/cover letters per application and log interview questions as they happen.
- Status stages: To Research → Applied → Interview → Offer.
- Record feedback and networking notes (who helped, when to follow up).
- Rollups: number applied this month, interviews scheduled, offers.
Final Thoughts
Notion works best when it’s simple. Start with the Student Dashboard, Assignments, and Notes. Use them for one full week, then add the Revision Planner and Weekly Board. In two weeks you’ll feel calmer, more prepared, and more consistent—because your system finally matches your real life.
FAQs
Is Notion free for students?
Yes. The free plan is enough for everything in this guide. You can upgrade later if you want more file uploads or advanced features.
How many templates do I really need?
Three to start: Student Dashboard, Assignments, and Notes. Add others only when the habit is stable.
Can I use these templates on my phone?
Absolutely. Keep dashboards minimal and use database views (Today, This Week) so mobile stays quick and readable.
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