Now let me clarify some things I'm 19 and a freshman in college and my parents think I should have to go to summer school, which will suck and it will be a hassle because I'll have to stay in a different dorm. I don't want to go to summer school, my parents think I have to but I've taken the 12-13 credits so far and passed everything, and I know for a fact that is enough credits. Shouldn't I have a choice at 19 about this?
2007-01-07 08:49:53 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Not if they're paying for it. Then you're under their thumb.
2007-01-07 08:53:16 · answer #1 · answered by redebeth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some states, like Florida, require a certain number of credit hours be taken during the summer before you can graduate.
As for the decision making part, it depends who is footing the bills and where you're living. If you still live at home, like for the summer, it is going to be a lot harder to defy their will.
Even at 19 you're not a wholly independent adult until you start paying your own bills and taking care of yourself completely. Sorry.
Try real logic in defending you wanting to not go to summer school.
2007-01-07 17:00:32 · answer #2 · answered by DEFHALEN1 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If your parents are paying for your education, it would be wise to do as they wish; besides, you'll get your degree that much faster!
On the other hand, if you had substantial plans for your summer break, they might be more understanding. A few months of volunteer work related to your educational major or travel with a purpose to learn something during your trips could be just as worthwhile in making you a well-rounded person as your usual college studies.
2007-01-07 16:59:59 · answer #3 · answered by Pseud O. Nym 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you parents foot the bill? If so, this gives them a big say. If you want to discuss it with them, you're going to have to give a clear explanation for what you want to do instead (work, volunteer, work on the Great American Novel, etc.). Basically, you can't claim "I'm an adult, I can make my own decisions" and also say "And my decision is to lay around and do nothing all summer."
If you (or loans or scholarships, etc.) are paying the university bills, then I say it's all up to you.
2007-01-07 16:53:44 · answer #4 · answered by Qwyrx 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing about it, you will graduate sooner if you look at it this way. If you think you do not want to graduate sooner, then tell you parents you need the break.
2007-01-07 16:52:22 · answer #5 · answered by Sparkles 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋