I had some really big BAD stuff going on in my high school years, I couldn't focus on my studies. I was barely able to go to school.
I had a 2.5 GPA and an SAT score of 1400 (new SAT). I think I can do better if I take it again because I was so slow, I missed about 30% of the question. I think I can get 1600 if I take it again.
I wanna get into any four-year college. I wanna major in biology. I really don't want to a community college (don't ask why). Do you think it's my only choice?
2007-03-28 16:46:57 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I would've done my best if my life was normal in high school. I just had so many family and health issues that I didn't even go to school every week.
2007-03-28 16:58:55 · update #1
one way to find out is to ask their requirements. i'm sorry that you're finding out the hard way that high school studies matter. i was fortunate that i was a nerd.
2007-03-28 16:55:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't know what state you reside but 4-year universities normally publish their eligibility index which is normally a combination of GPA and SAT scores. Also how did you come up with your overall GPA? Depending on the university, they may not count your freshman grades. If you know some universities near where you live, you should check out the admissions website. Also your counselor at school should help you out too. I remember when I was applying, my first question was, "what's my name?" because I've used two different names in the past.
2007-03-29 04:01:44 · answer #2 · answered by gradjimbo 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are making a lot of excuses. what is the matter with going to community college for 2 years? Not only is it cheaper, it gives you all the basic courses. You could get all your basics out of the way so when you transfer to a 4 year college you can take all the high level courses there. It will also be a fostering environment for you to bring up your GPA
2007-03-29 00:05:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you really want to go to a 4-year college, keep trying to get in. You may have to settle for a smaller school. But remember, you can always transfer somewhere else.
There is nothing wrong with community college. I went to community college for my first 2 years on a transfer program, and I am now finishing up my junior year at a 4-year University. There's nothing wrong with that. Plus you will save A LOT of money.
Some community colleges even offer University courses from schools that they are partners with that will transfer to a 4-year school. Ask your guidance counselor about that. You may need to pay additional fees but it can be worth it.
Most Universities want you to complete at least 60 credits (about 4 semesters) from a 4-year school, and your last year should be at their school in order to get the degree. I'm doing a 2+2 thing where I did 2 years at Community College (Parkland College, Champaign, IL) and now 2 years at the school where I am getting my degree (University of Illinois, Champaign, IL).
There are a lot of ways to go about it. You don't have to spend 4 years at one school. Just be sure and keep your grades up when you start college. When you want to transfer to a University, the admissions people will mostly look at your academic record at the school you're transfering from, and your letter saying why you should be accepted. They will not care too much about your ACT/SAT or High School transcript anymore.
2007-03-29 00:04:57 · answer #4 · answered by The Real Deal 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No it's not. A lot of ppl with different abilities get into universities. Just do a little research on what kinds of GPAs and test scores the schools require for admission. They usually have that information posted on the websites in the Admissions sections.
2007-03-28 23:52:49 · answer #5 · answered by shanna 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can go strait to a 4 yr. college if you can afford it . but if you go to a comm.college it will help you make the adjustment you need to get your scores up and you GPA I know successfull people who started in Comm. college and later transferred to a 4 yr. college.
2007-03-29 00:03:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
well apply to a 4 yr college. They usually have an essay where you can explain if you had extenuating circumstances that would interfere with your ability to perform better.
But if you don't get it in, don't let that discourage you. a community college is better than no school at all.
2007-03-28 23:52:34 · answer #7 · answered by trin 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋