What happens if you drop out of high school?

Question

I mean I dont want to, so i dont need you to advise me against it, its just circumstances might make it necessary. I mean if things go like i think they will I am going to have to earn enough to support myself, so i dont know if ill be able to go back to school in the fall.

so my question is, I am sure that level of education will deter from me getting good jobs in the future so is there any way of me making up for it? I know i could take a GED but is the considered the same? would i be able to get into a college with that?
Is there a way i could finish high school at night or something
and if i dont will it severely limit job possibilities?

Thanks...

Answer 1

If you drop out of high school you become what society refers to as a LOSER!

Answer 2

If that extreme becomes necessary first look into any alternative schools in the area. They will allow you to come to school or just a few hours a week but you have to find time for the work.
Most GED programs now adays offer diploma's as well. If you are a good student and attend the night classes, I've seen students graduate earlier than thay would have at the regular high school. You might also be interested in a federal program for 16-24 year olds. It is the Job Corps and they help you get the high school diploma or GED and then teach you a trade of your choice such as welding or all sorts of other jobs. They also help you interview and find a job. This is a free government program!

http://jobcorps.dol.gov/

If it does come to a GED it will not deter future college plans. What counts is an ACT/SAT score. You would attend a community college for an associates (2 year) degree, or just do your required courses like English, Maths, Sciences and Histories. Make good grades to transfer to a four year college.
Further, If you have been home with parents their income would count towards financial aid - bad for you. If you are out of the home for a year you are counted as independent and can get federal aid based on your own income. When I did this 10 years ago the govt actually paid me more than my tuition and books and that helped with household expenses.
Talk to a counselor at any of the schools I mentioned for more specifics.

Answer 3

I am supposed to tell you "stay in school"

I don't know what your circumstances are - so I can't advise, however, statistically, those who drop out, few will go and acheive the GED you speak of, but some do. I did.

I also went to college, but a technical college. I was approved after taking an entrance exam.

I have learned in life that education is the key to a good income. Without education, there are sever limits to you chances of making a fair living.

If you drop out, you MUST be one of the few that actually go and get your GED (very important) and you must TRY to get some other training or technical skills or you will always regret not doing so.

I don't know you, but I want you to understand that you MUST not ever give in or settle for less than what you can be. Education is very important - so you need to make it part of your plan.....

If you don't think your strong enough to go back and get your GED later or attend some sort of technical training later, then you should stay in school at least until you graduate.

Only you know what to do in your situation.

Answer 4

You should definitely get your GED (they ought to have classes at a community college) if you can't get a diploma. Life will suck without it- the only jobs you'll qualify for will pay minimum wage. You can barely support yourself on that, much less a family. Doing both school and work will be grueling, but well worth it. If you get a GED and go through community college (they're less selective and definitely take GEDs), then to a university, you're as golden as any high school graduate.

Answer 5

First of all, without a highschool diploma, your employability is severly limited. Because of this, your future earnings will be severely limited. Don't think you can work for yourself and start your own business.... it will take far more energy than working for someone else.

Yes, you an make up for it. You can go to almost any community college and enroll into adult education courses tailored to getting a GED. Once you get it, you are considered a highschool graduate.

In some communities, you have more than one option (community college) to get GED preparation courses, but in almost all communities, CC will provide you with what is needed.

Yes, it will be hard working and going to school at the same time. Yes, your personal "fun" time will be severely limited. But, YES, it will be worth your time. You have to make a choice.

Good luck.

Answer 6

not finishing high school and not getting an equivalent degree will limit job possibilities, and the income you will receive. i would definitely try as hard as possible to stay in school, and before making any definite decisions, check out the g.e.d. or night school options in your area. i would also recommend contacting your counselor/advisor at your high school because they would probably know about the different options in your area. they also might be able to find a way to keep you in school, or work out a part time arrangement. as far as college afterwards, you will be able to get into one with your ged and if you wind up dropping out of high school you should go to college because that will help reopen the job market for you. good luck!

Answer 7

I'm sorry to hear that you might be faced with such a tough situation. I'm honestly not sure if you can make it up at night..but there must be. You can't be the only one going through a situation like this so I'm sure there are resources available for people like in your circumstance. Why not ask counsellors at your current school what your options are? I hope everything works out for you. Believe.

Answer 8

If your situations require you to drop out, I am so sorry. I recommend getting your GED IMMEDIATELY after. You don't have to wait. Then if you can, try to take some classes at your local community colleges or university sot that you can have a trade or profession. If you have circumstances that prevent you from being a traditional students, many places will respect that as long as they see that you are motivated and responsible. Best of luck.

Answer 9

It will make it very difficult to get a good job later on. All colleges will take you with a GED but they always seem to try to get you to take under collage level classes because they think you need them. Check into job core and other agency that pays you to stay in school and you might not have to get a job right now. If you do maybe just part time. Talk to a school counselor they should all the information that you need.

Answer 10

You can get a GED, but no matter what anyone tells you -- employers do not consider it the same as a HS diploma. They may tell you they do, but given a choice between someone with a diploma and a GED (all things being equal), the GED will lose every time.

I believe there are generally options that would let you do HS at night and get a regular diploma (there are in NY, at least). I strongly suggest you try that before going to the GED route.

Answer 11

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