I am homeschooling and in my senior year, but I still don't feel up to par in my own knowledge. I want to give myself about 6 months after graduating HS to assess my intelligence and see where I really want to take it. I'm well aware that I should have done this during my school years, but certain situations and the lack of proper guidance prevented me from focusing on my future goals. I wanted to know whether it would affect my success if I were to enter college a little later then most and how exactly could it affect my chances of getting into college?
2006-06-26 12:08:16 · 10 answers · asked by MMQuiteContrary 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
I was homeschooled, and went to high school at different points, yeah it was a little bit messed up but hey it's my life, I took some time off after I graduated ( I was at HighSchool at that point and did graduate with my class) but I wasn't sure what I wanted to do with my life. After some soul searching I started and finished an associate in Architecture, and am now working towards a Bachelors of Business Administration in Management and both of my majors are things i am interested in too. I found that having had the HomeSchool background makes it easier for me to take online classes b/c I know how to time manage and do things independantly. Where I am at in life right now is, I am married, a stay at home mom that goes to college part time, and I also have my own business selling Mary Kay. Life is always changing, if you want to take some time off follow your heart, if you aren't sure you want to take a break but you don't know if you can cut it(you can and will) or what you want to go for yet, go to a community (or junior) college and talk to an advisor, they will tell you which classes are those that are general and everyone has to take for any degree, that will at least get your college education off on the right foot and really those general classes are sooo easy, you'll be suprised how you just breeze thru them!
2006-06-27 09:34:10 · answer #1 · answered by lily 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you start college when you are the most prepared, you will do much better. I went right away because I thought that was what I was supposed to do. I did terrible my first year. It wasn't until some real soul searching that I decided that I wanted to go to school for and from that point, I did really well. It sounds like you are really thinking a lot about your future goals and that is the best possible thing you could do before you start tossing thousands of dollars into a college education. Thinking things out and being active in the process will help you realize how important it is to do well and take it serious when you do start.
My only advice would be not to wait too long...the longer you are out of school, the harder it is to get back into the routine. Best of Luck!
2006-06-26 20:21:40 · answer #2 · answered by Renee' 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest going to school part time, or taking some really easy classes. That might help you better transition into the college life and see if you are up to par. If you still doubt yourself, colleges usually have some classes that can bring you up to par with the rest of your class. Because no everyone has the same HS education and a lot of people need help!! But if you take 6 months off make sure it doesn't turn into years!! Once you're done with school it's hard to go back!!
2006-06-26 13:37:56 · answer #3 · answered by Jacci 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I waited 10 years between being home schooled (badly) and going to college. The more time you take and the more maturity you gain the meantime, the better equipped you'll be once you do enter a college setting. So, take your time. As far as affecting your chances, most schools lap up OTA (older-than-average) students because it helps them appear more accessible, not to mention that there are more financial programs out there the longer you wait. 'Course, you're probably not planning on waiting until you're almost 30, like I did, but just fyi...
2006-06-26 12:44:25 · answer #4 · answered by salihe66 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with another person who responded. Take 1 or 2 classes that interest you. In college, if you plan on a 4 year institution, you will be required to take courses outside of major fields of study. For example, my freshman year I took a dance class and music appreciation. They were simple but still gave me credit.
I'm sure if you took time off it wouldn't hurt you either. I can tell that you have had a good education in English. Just know that you can take simple classes like I did until you are ready to declare a major.
2006-06-26 15:59:44 · answer #5 · answered by jen12121980 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it would affect your success if you went to college later. Lots of people wait to go to college, some take off a year to travel, some don't have the money, I waited 6 months before I went to college... and it did not affect me. It depends all on yourself, and how you feel about the situation. Do what you think is best for yourself.
2006-06-26 12:15:06 · answer #6 · answered by ncosloane 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You take your time, Sweetie. Work for a while, maybe try an entry level position in a field you think you may be interested in furthering your education. Decide what you want to do with the rest of your life. Then, run up the student loans. I have $80,000 in loans and no real marketable skills! Don't follow my example!
2006-06-26 12:13:14 · answer #7 · answered by Gabby_Gabby_Purrsalot 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all, I would definitely take some time off after high school. It won't affect your chances but you would probably want to apply for the spring term while your on vacation. I took a break after graduating and it didin't do me a bit of harm.
2006-06-26 14:54:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it's fine. Actually you will prob be better prepared if you go into it with focus rather than not.
2006-06-26 12:12:49 · answer #9 · answered by daisy519 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-06-26 16:56:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋