Longitudinal associations between self-efficacy and drinking outcomes among college students

College student drinking impacts academic success and planning. Positive self-efficacy has been associated with less negative drinking outcomes. Longitudinal associations were examined between self-efficacy, drinking, and academic consequences among college students during their first two semesters (N=2024; M(SD)age=18.18(.39); 56% female). First semester self-efficacy was associated with significantly less second semester drinking and academic consequences (p < .05). Drinking interventions that emphasize self-efficacy could reduce risky drinking behaviors and increase academic success among college students.