I am 15 years old. I have carefully reviewed and verified with my parents about dropping out when I turn 16 and taking my GED test. Therefore starting college early (schoolcraft community) and getting a jump on everyone. See in highschool I dont get very good grades because I dont do my work because i just cant stand school and waking up it just isnt the thing for me, but im smart enough to get a 4.0 if I tryed. I know I'd be able to pass the test for the GED. So I was just wondering what is your guy's take one this.
2007-02-12 18:10:18 · 10 answers · asked by Bojangles 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
After going to community college I'd want to transfer to Lake Superior State. Would i be able to get in if i did pretty good in a community college. www.lssu.edu
2007-02-12 18:19:05 · update #1
Also..sorry about adding all this, but i also do do extra curriculars. I play hockey, football, and baseball.
2007-02-12 18:21:39 · update #2
Have you considered entering the community college early and getting your high school equivalency along with your associate degree?
This would not require you to 'quit' high school, and you could pass exemption tests.
That way, you can start your plan without any pejoratives at all.
I'm including a sample below. Ask at the local community colleges which one will let you enroll early, and complete high school there.
2007-02-14 14:15:30 · answer #1 · answered by nora22000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not drop school instead try taking another challenges. You think you may be able to pass the GED but that is not everything GED is just the bottom knowledge of general education. You can try by taking some college classes; you would need your parent authorization for that.
Math would be a good challenge. Keep your self busy, do your homework and give your teachers a little more than they expect . In addition, think that high school is a great place to participate in different activities that college would not grant you because of your age. Study hard and have fun.
2007-02-12 18:28:57 · answer #2 · answered by Miguel D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say stay in High School, graduate, then go to college. Pass the test or not, If you don't have good grades because you don't do your work, what makes you think college will be any different? Especially since in college there is usually a lot more homework than in high school. Besides the fact that it always looks better "on paper" that you graduated, rather than got your GED. It may sound like the easy route, but I don't think it is a good idea. Stay in school, learn to do your work, and get good grades, graduate, then go to college. Good luck, take care. I hope this helps.
2007-02-12 18:18:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A diploma is better, but the GED will work. I graduated with a GED in 1995 ... top 2% in the nation. I missed out on high school, and that sucks. I would recommend staying in the public school system, graduating, and then pursuing college full-force that fall. But, ultimately you have to make the decision for yourself. I just know that there were so many things I missed that I can never experience because I went into home schooling, and high school does help prepare you for college. I wouldn't recommend dropping.
2007-02-12 18:16:38 · answer #4 · answered by Kristi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"TRIED"
(are you sure you want to drop out?)
Anywhoo, If you are serious about starting school early, before you drop out, why not take the LSAT or the ACT (college admissions exams) to see how you do and if you could qualify to get in based on your score.
If you do then get your GED and move forward if that is what you want to do!
My personal thought is that I dont think that you are ready for college.
In life you are going to have to do things that you don't want to do. It does not sound as if you are mature enough to grasp that concept since 'waking up' isn't the THING for you.
I also cannot understand who you are getting a 'jump' on.
Do you think that when you go to college that NO one is going to be there?
Sure you *MIGHT* have an edge on your current peers but there will be PLENTY of people in college competing with you and your age won't give you much of an advantage.
My understanding of a GED is that it measures the BASICS of what you should have learned in school.
Your peers will be in school taking the higher level math and english classes for a smooth transaction into college.
You will could quite possibly have to take the same classes (that they are taking in the senior year for free) when you get to college but this time for NO credit if you dont score high enough.
2007-02-12 18:20:41 · answer #5 · answered by lisa s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
GED might not be sufficient for an eventual 4 year college. With Universities being more and more competitive these days, they not only look at GPA, but rather the whole high school picture- clubs and activities, community service, social work, contributions to your school. They are looking for a well rounded individual who can prove accomplishments in there high school years.
Also, in life, there is no "easy" route. A very small percentage "get lucky". All others have to work hard to make it.
Good luck to you.
2007-02-13 05:09:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you are being unrealistic. You act as though all the sudden when you get into college you are suddenly going to want to actively obtain good grades. How are you so sure that you can get a 4.0 in high school? Even if you do take the GED most colleges are going to want to see a transcript of the grades that you got in high school. You need to get more motivated. College is a whole nother world and each student must fend for himself.
2007-02-12 18:33:15 · answer #7 · answered by Jaigurl 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you're smart enough to get a 4.0 but you don't have a 4.0 because you just don't try, how smart are you really? Furthermore, if you can't muster up enough discipline in H.S. when you have parents and teachers reminding you about assignments and actively trying to motivate you, how are you going to do well in college? Your profs. won't care if you hand in assignments-they won't even know your name. Stay in school. Take all of that 4.0 ability and apply it now, not when you get to college-if you get to college.
2007-02-12 18:17:51 · answer #8 · answered by Jay K 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The college won't care whether it is a GED or diploma. Do which ever works best for you. Just don't go so fast that you forget to live your life. You will still have to do school work if you go to college.
2007-02-12 18:13:40 · answer #9 · answered by Chloe 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you can ace the GED test, then I say go for it.
BTW, you spelled "tried" wrong. You might be able to pass the test, but if you get a bad score then it's not worth it.
2007-02-12 18:14:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋