Maybe college is not for me?

Question

I failed two classes last semester. I'm almost failing the two classes I'm taking right now.

Even If I keep repeating classes, I failed those classes, some career will see that I failed those classes and repeat it just to pass so I won't get a job. Why waste my time?

Answer 1

If you want to get a college degree, nothing can stop you-- not even a couple of failed classes. There are many reasons why people fail a class. Maybe they have some family emergency or health issue. Maybe they are working a job while going to school, and do not get enough time to study well. If you repeat the class, this just shows that you did not give up.

That is what a college degree tells employers, anyway. It tells them that you started something and finished it. College takes commitment and persevence, but it is definitely worth it. I couldn't imagine what my life would be like without my college degree. Every job I have ever had has depended upon my education. I have never made minimum wage and have been hired even when the job market was poor. Don't give up this opportunity. If you quit college over this, you may grow to resent it. If you rebound after this bump in the road, employers will see that you have what it takes to succeed with them.

I have 2 classes on my transcript that have a recorded grade as "E", because I didn't withdraw before the deadline. I had never attended the classes, but the grades were recorded anyway. I managed to return to school and get my teaching certificate and endorsement, nonetheless. I was hired immediately after I finished my certification and have never had a difficult time due to my "bad grades". Please, believe in yourself, and try again.

Answer 2

Listen now, the level of course work in your first and second year generally isn't that difficult. That being said, I don't care what other people say about the "reasons you are failing"...the fact is, you are. It's not because you're stupid...it's because you're not studying like you should...whether you're lazy and irresponsible, or just don't know how to study. It's probably the first because you probably wouldn't have gotten into college if you didn't know how to study or were really stupid.

Ok, so where are we? Yes...either you put it in the work and stick it out, or you don't put out the effort and quit. It's that simple. If you're paying for your own college (or your parents are), you'd sure better figure out if you're capable or not quickly. College only gets harder and more involved as you go...you have to WANT to be there to do well. You've got the wrong attitude all together...how about this...since you're AT college, you ought to resolve to do well so you don't end up "wasting your time." You ARE wasting your time right now...you're idling, and probably not even trying. Since you're already there anyways, make the most of it.

Answer 3

That depends on why you are failing. Are you failing because you are partying all the time or because of personal issues? Maybe you just need some time to get your stuff together. If you don't have a goals or dreams, get some NOW. You sound like a copy of me a couple of years ago. Just find something that motivates you and chase after it. I was failing classes in college and I was suspended from school. I set my goals after that and now I am making a living as a independent contractor. Maybe that isn't what you want to do, but decide what it is that you want and do it.

Answer 4

It might be time to ask yourself why you are failing. Are you losing focus? Are there outside factors that are distracting you from studying? Are you trying to work and go to school at the same time? Have you spoken to a counselor? Have you been to your campus's "Students with Disabilities Services" office? (I am profoundly dyslexic and am not coming at you from some pedestal here) Have you conferenced with your professors and found out where you are coming up short?

Six months after you drop out, the loans start coming due, whether you graduate or not. You would be much better off doing a little detective work now, so when you get that first job, you have a much better chance of paying off those loans. You aren't the only one who gets hurt if you don't graduate. The college is not at all interested in allowing you to become a less than favorable statistic and most counselors are willing to meet you at least halfway if you are sincerely looking for help. At least give it a shot.

Answer 5

well just examine your lifestyle. are you hanging out with friends instead of studying? are you going to parties a week before a test? do you just "chill" after class?

if you do any of that, then those things you can change and eventually pass. it takes a bit of work and sacrifice but yeah you can probably do it. however, it may not be that you're not suited for college, but that you're not suited for that career (be it medical, poli-sci, bio you know the typical freshman choices that they end up regretting later). those are hard to begin with and if you don't have a knack for it, then it will be difficult to grasp and pass.

other than that you can do the whole college thing, but my personal belief is this: yeah, college is a waste. you really learn nothing that can be put to practical use, only theories. going to a trade school to learn a trade would be much more useful to learn and effective in instilling what it takes to be a professional of that trade. unlike becoming a doctor or a psychologist you don't learn that until after college unless you overachieve which is difficult for some to do, like me.

Answer 6

First question is: why are you failing? Not studying? Don't care? Not attending class?

Or if you are honestly making an attempt, are the courses too difficult? Are your abilities not matched well to the course expectations? Is there a learning/processing/reading/hearing issue that is hindering your ability to master the information? Have you talked to the professor about your grades and asked for suggestions about improving them?

If you fail and learn from it, and then go on to make good choices and to succeed in school, I doubt anyone is going to look down on you for a couple mistakes or failures--especially if you can say and prove that you learned from them.

Answer 7

Just because you arent doing too well does not mean college is not for you. Maybe you can try different studying habits, find out about study groups, or ask someone who seems to know what they are doing for help. Or you can try a tutor? Dont give up, just try and stay positive :)

Answer 8

well there are alot of factors hat play into this. first, how many credit hours are you taking? are you working more than one job and are you putting social relationships in front of your college career right now? You need to change up your studying habits or the environment that your in and see if that helps.

Answer 9

Don't be so hard on yourself.
Get a tutor.....it helps a lot !


Maybe take time off next semester to figure out if you still really want college....

Answer 10

maybe you should just focus on working on your classes right now and go ask for help. You can probably go to a community college to help you out with your classes..