2006-11-09 14:13:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Does it have anything to do with their inability to pay for your college education? Are they trying to discourage you because they see no way for them or you to handle the financial burden?
Find out why they are so negative about you attending college. Then address each issue carefully and thoughtfully. If it all boils down to a money issue then start applying for grants, scholarships then loans if necessary. Also get a job and start seriously saving money...college is not cheap...and unless you are serious and ready to attend you should wait a year or so.
It is VERY different than high school, there is a ton more work involved for each class and you are responsible to do the work on your own. High school does not prepare you for the different course loads or the accelerated pace of the classes. Some will tell you to plan on two hours of study for every one hour spent in the classroom....trust me when I say it takes a lot more than that in some classes...and your professors do not care about any class but their own. If you are ready for the challenge and have the finances in place, go for it....otherwise take a year off and save and decide what you want to study. Good luck.
2006-11-09 14:31:26 · answer #1 · answered by Barbiq 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What grade are you in? Have either one of your parents completed college? The finances might be the reason they're being negative.
I would ask them why they seem to be so negative about you going to college. It could very well be that they look at you and dont' see you being mature enough. The only way you'll find out is if you ask. Then come back and let us know what they say.
Good luck.
2006-11-09 22:25:40 · answer #2 · answered by bmotivated2change 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try sitting down with them in a calm manner and in a non-threatening way and asking them to explain their position. Most parents aren't arbitrary and have good reasons for their opnions.
In the end, though, remember that it is your life and you have to make decisions that are in your best interests even if it does go against other's wishes. Your parents can only advise you, they cannot tell you once you are an adult.
PS: I have three daughters.
2006-11-09 22:23:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That it's a great investment for them.
If it's a financial problem, look for scholarships to help persuade them. Whatever it is they find, you should find something to counter it to help them see that it really is beneficial, for you and for them.
2006-11-10 05:30:23 · answer #4 · answered by Gim 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
trust them. they may know something about you that you're not willing to admit right now. it doesn't mean that you won't ever be ready. maybe just not right now.
2006-11-09 22:16:40 · answer #5 · answered by Cutie 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋