I really hate college, I hated it last year and I hate it this year too. What would you do?

Question

I hated college last year, and I hate it this year.
Its rubbish, I like nothing about it.
Its nothing like the teachers at my secondary school made it out to be.

I wanted to leave all of last year, but stuck it out to the end.
All I got was C,C,U,U (U=Fail)
I didnt want to go back after the summer, but my tutor talked me around.

But I hate it still, I keep arguing with my tutor and teachers. I hate everything about it, i dont really have any friends there.

I just feel im wasting my time, but I dont just want to walk out only to realise in 5 years what a screw up I made. But theres only one way to find out if things screw up as a result.

The thing is, I dont need results... I have no ambitions in life to get any particular career.

So i was wondering, anyone felt like this before, what did you do?
Any regrets?
Any advice for moi?

Thanks in advance!
x

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thank you to everyone for their answers, with the exception of the few people who just couldnt care less and seem to get a thrill out of mocking others.
About time they grew up and got themselves a life.
I didnt want you to tell me what to do, i wanted to hear peoples experiences and thank you to those who did give me them with advice.

And for the record, I dont do drugs. Simple as.

Thanks to all

Answer 1

Since the human brain continues to grow until you are 29 year old, I would suggest that you take a break from college and find something that you really love doing. If you are doing something you love then it isn't work and right now you are not in love with school.

College is not for everyone nor should everyone pursue a college education. Some of the smartest people in history never went to college. Learn what you are interested in and go from there.

I didn't go to college for the first 10 years after HS. Going to a HS reunion opened my eyes. I found the students that went to college right after HS and got a degree didn't know any more than I did, (some less). I took different jobs until I found the one thing that I wanted to do. I then went back to community college at 30 and found that I wasn't crazy about what they taught but that I could deal with it because I knew that 2 years of community college and then 2 years at the university would get me to where I wanted to go. But I was working and supporting 2 children so my 4 year degree took 6years but was worth it, because now I am not working at a job, I am having fun with students......you see I am a teacher. :-)

Answer 2

College can be stressful. Maybe the college you're in just isn't a good fit. Do a little research online and see what kinds of reputations other colleges have.
I didn't know what to do until I was 35, but up until that point I was usually flat broke and usually had to take the first job that became available, whether I wanted it or not, just to keep a roof over my head.
The Department of Labor puts out a big book every 3-4 years with a list and description of every kind of legal occupation in the country, with explanations about education needed, wages, and expected demand in the near future. The health care field is constantly expanding, for example. This book is available in every public library.
Try something simple for awhile - try being a bartender. The training is minimal and the work pays well. Good luck!

Answer 3

Here's my advice..

First, know what you want to achieve in life. List the things you like/enjoy doing, who are the people you admire and their careers.

Second, plan on how you will reach/attain the things you've listed you want to achieve in life. Chances are it includes going to college. (This is the reason I think why you've asked this question. You know (deep in your heart) that a college diploma will help you have a great future.)

If this is the case, you should assess the reasons why you hate school so much. If you hate the professors, you can trying studying hard and preparing for their classes to outsmart them or show them that you are smarter than they think. If other students annoy you, avoid sitting next to them and focus more on the class discussions.

Also, find things to enjoy and do at school. Join organizations/clubs that share your interest. This way, you will have new friends and a support group as well.

You seems like a very intelligent person. The only reason I can think of why fail or get low grades is that you keep on looking at the negative side of going to college, instilling in your mind that you hate college.

I have experienced what you are experiencing right now. I used to hate attending classes. Now, I'm just sharing with you what I have done. I now have a college diploma and a wonderful career.

Just be optimistic. Look at the brighter side of things, always have goals and try to achieve them. Goodluck!!!

Answer 4

If I were you, I would transfer to a Community College or something a little more low key. You can at least get a two-year degree or learn a trade.

If you really have no motivation or desire to do anything with your life, then drop out. I don't recommend this because it's a quick fix to how you're feeling now. When you're fifty something and you have been making a low wage your entire life and have nothing to show for, you'll regret it.

This is the biggest opportunity you'll have in your life! Go to college now, whether it's a trade school, or a community college, or just a different school that's a better fit for you. Take classes you're interested in or at least put in a little effort.

Do you really want to have a hard time moving up and getting paid crap your whole life?

Answer 5

Though i had different reasons to hate my college, i totally understand you. First of all you have to find our why you hate it in the first place.I guess you have more than one problem, so make up a list. I'm sure it's not because you are lazy. Most of the time people hate what they study. Sometimes parents force us into odd professions which they like but we have no idea of or incompetent at. some people go after their friends, some listen to their teacher's advice and some just ashamed to not go when everybody else does.
That's why young people need at least one year after school to think and decide. You can find a job during this time and earn your living so that noone could bother you with "you know what".
But education is very important, you could really regret it in future if you drop it. Just think of what you would love to study!
Best of luck!

Answer 6

Wish I'd had the opportunity to go to college, I was brought up in care, didn't know what an O level was and was pretty much illiterate when I left aged 15 to start my working life.
I'm a bit of a maverick and have so far got by pretty much all right in life, but I've often wished that I'd learned the discipline of study. Also, I've always thought I missed out on social and networking and girls by not having an educational opportunity.
I can't really advise you from a peer perspective, but it sounds to me like you might lack motivation or enthusiasm. Maybe stop smoking spliff, work out, focus on winning, study harder, party, enjoy the moment and go for it, life is a buzz. You create your own reality, enjoying something or not is something you decide in your own head, it's a state of mind. You might be suffering depression, try some prozac for a couple of months, it's weird trippy stuff, but it works gives you a PG, ups your mood and alters perspective. Wouldn't recommend it as a long term solution, but to bounce you out of a downer, if thats what you are on.

Answer 7

I understand how you feel. I am in college and I don't really care for it either. However, I dropped out of college before and I regretted it which is why I am back there now. If you are failing classes and you feel like you are wasting your time I wouldn't advise you to stay. College isn't for everyone and besides, I know you do not want to waste your money paying for classes you're not receiving credit for if you fail them. Maybe this is not the right time for you to be in college. I took a 5 year hiatus before I returned to college. Perhaps you need to step away from it for now to evaluate your life and figure out which direction you want to go in and whether or not college is a necessary step in achieving any goals you may discover that you have. I wish you the best!

Answer 8

Take some time off from college. Get a job. Maybe being in the so called "real" world will help you figure out if college is meant for you. It isn't meant for everyone. I went to college at 17 for my basics and didn't go back till I was 24. By then I knew what I wanted. I now have a Bachelors Degree in Communication with a Minor in Spanish.

Answer 9

I know exactly what you are talking about but let me ask you why did you choose college life when you really are not interested,Maybe you have released later or maybe something else who cares .But the matter is you don't want it anymore!Right!
My suggestion is to not give up now.Later you will come to know that you would make another wrong step in your life by just simply giving up.
Try to find some sort of profession which you really like and start it along with your studies .
Always think positive.Life is a long way to go in a really short time !
;-)

Answer 10

You can quit and get a job, however most people get paid quite a bit more with a college education. I quit college after a year and a half and did physical labor for 32 years, and retired at the age of 52 after 28 years with UPS--I make a good retirement and live pretty well, but my hips and knees and back aren't too good after all those years of hard work. I quit college because I didnt know what I wanted to do for the rest of my life--its hard to decide when you are young. All you can do is lots of job research, ask people you know if they like their jobs and if they would recommend it to someone else. Pick a job then set your sights on it.