im 16 yrs old and planing what to do after high school?

Question

i will be the first one to actually go to college in my family so i am wonder what would i have to do to know what college to go to and from there what education can i take to become successfull in my future even if im not the best student i really want to go to college but i have no one in my family that has gone so can someone help me please!

Answer 1

See your school's counselor. He/she should help you with what you need to know, especially because you plan to be the first in your family.

Best of luck to you!

Answer 2

Yes! Asking the question is a start -- then take yourself into your High School, and ask that same question of your guidance counselor!

Ask if they have any career interest surveys available that they can let you take and do these career interest surveys. Is there an Internship program in your school?

I would also suggest you talk to the Military Recruiter -- it costs nothing and you have no obligation to the Military when you take the ASVAB Test (it is very much a career interest survey -- and can help guide you into some interesting possibilities based on your scores -- interestingly enough -- the higher scores on the tech sections have been females -- and females are the LEAST likely to explore any tech career.

Go these routes right now -- you should be about at your Junior Year in High School, so this is the time to start making your college Plans.

Also -- ask your guidance counselor if there are any state scholarships that you may qualify for -- and if they require you to volunteer for community service -- then go do it!

I would suggest that at 1st, you explore going to the local community college. The classes are usually less expensive at these local community colleges, the classes can be smaller than at the big university, and by going locally, you can find yourself more willing and able to successfully finish your 1st few semesters because you have the support and comfort of being in a familiar environment.

So go for it -- and start with the Career Interest Surveys and the ASVAB. It does not hurt at all to explore these options, and DO take a visit to your local community college this year as well too. Get their information, get the handbooks for students, find out costs and make your decisions.

Hint: The 1st 2 years of most programs are very similar -- for all degree programs (like in High School), you will have to take a certain amount of English Courses, Social Studies, Math, Science, etc -- so that is also important information you need to know.

Answer 3

You must dig deep to first figure out what you like. Some people discover this early, and some people I know in their 40's - still have no idea why they were put on this earth.

Personally, I suggest Communications. You will learn to 'communicate' better with all kinds of people, you'll learn to write better, you'll be able to 'see through the smoke of the media' better, and finally, you'll be a highly 'in demand' individual, thanks to your articulate social skills.

When choosing a college or University, here are some things to consider. a) The cost - is this reasonably affordable? b) How far is the location of the school away from family? If its too far, it might be a problem when you're going back for those winter holidays. c) Is the schools reputation solid? 'Cause if it isn't - don't waste you're time. d) YOU MUST SEE THE CAMPUS - do you love it?? If the answer is 'hmmm...I'm not sure' - then pass! I believe in love at first sight on this subject. e) Are the professors you met during your visit pleasant? If yes, then this is a good sign. f) How are the students on the campus? Do they seem happy? Overworked? over partied? Is this one of those 'let's get some beer and drink all day & night' campus? or are the students concerned about their work, and studies.

These are some of things you should think about.

good luck:)

Answer 4

your first question to yourself should be "what am i intersted in?". i went to college majoring in marine biology because thats what i loved. you can change once you are there. i went in fl becuase it was a good place for that. i actually ended up changing to psychology cause after i took a few classes i found thats what i liked the best. pick up one of the books at the book store naming every college in the country and stats. do you want to go to a big or small school:

differences:
small: smaller classes, more one on one attention, can't fade into the backround... which is both good and bad
big:in classes so large you fade in and the prof doesn't know you personlly, etc. etc.

both have good and bad qualities depending on what kind of student you are.

find out the amenities. study groups, class sizes, student to teacher ratio, what teh area around the college has (because that will be important), and more.

i also highly recommend visiting the campus' you are extremely interested in. i fell in love with my school the second i saw it (i wans't even on campus yet) and i loved it all the way through. also, don't panic... you can always transfer.

also... a big thing that high school students don't often think about and make sure to ASK... is greek life big or sports, etc? if so, decide if that is what your interested in. because if its huge at that school and you want nothing to do with it, it may not be the scool for you.

now that i have babbled a lot i hope at least a little bit of that helped. good luck!

Answer 5

One good thing about college is that you do not have to plan out your entire life before you get there. If you have some idea of what you want to do, great. If not, use the time to explore. Take classes in subjects you are ready for but know nothing about. You do not have to feel bad because you do not take the hardest classes, but you should not close interesting doors the first year by your choices.

College is a time for discovery. Keep asking people about their experiences, but if you come into it with an open mind, ready to work and determined to finish, you'll have a blast!!

Answer 6

Maybe if you are not such a good student a good thing to do could be to start off at a JC and doing this can cut the cost of a university in half. then after you get your AA you CAN transfer to a university. If money is a problem than you can apply for fafsa and get a loan if you dont qualify for a scholarship. but the upside is that everry citizen of USA can get financial aid that does not have to be paid till after college.



Also you should look into taking college classes at a local JC, cause its free for highschool students. Also summer enrichment programs can bring lots of benefit.

Answer 7

There are all sorts of colleges and not all of them are for the best students. Does your school have counselors? If they do go and talk to them. If not check out any local colleges and see if you can meet with a counselor. A community college for the first couple of years might be a good fit for you. Talk to your teachers as well. Good luck and go for it.

Answer 8

The fact that you WANT to go to college means you deserve congrats!!! GOOD FOR YOU!!! You are sixteen, you have all kinds of time to decide what you want to do. Your grades will decide where you go. Even if you start with community college, you can transfer your credits to a better college, but you have to have good grades and a clear idea on what you want to major in. PLEASE talk to your guidance counselor at school, they are the best people to help you! Not there to judge, they want to help! You tell them what you want, and they will help get you there! GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 9

you should always talk to your counselor. theres usually a test to see what skills are your best and whatnot. i dont remember the site but ask your school counselor im sure he or she has all the answers to college questions.

Answer 10

it all depends on your grades, act scores, if you can quailfy for finacial aid etc, how much your parents are willing to fork out. It would be helpful to meet with your guidance counselor to see if they could set you up with scholarship info good luck!