I am 26 now, and I just started taking basics at a community college. I want to desperately attend a great university like, University of Texas or Texas A&M but don't want to get my hopes high. I'm doing well in my community college w/a 3.8 GPA, but I'm afraid my past will catch up with me. I've been to jail a couple times and recieved probation twice. Although this was years ago it's still there.I've changed my life since. The charges were not drug related or fellonies. Can someone fill me in? Thanks.
2007-12-24 15:27:16 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Yes, you should be able to get accepted to a university even with the convictions- as long as they were not sex crimes or other violent crimes. Even people with a drug charge can get accepted if they have completed a rehabilitation program- same as alcohol related offenses.
All you can do is apply and then wait and see. If it comes up in an interview process, be honest, and then just express to them how you have changed and offer to let them interview your probation officer for his/her input on the situation and whether or not s/he feels you would be a good candidate now.
2007-12-24 15:36:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Stop trying to win. THere are no winners in this. If you go to court, explain the situation (be sure you have your own attorney) and maybe they will get you and your mom counseling. Next time she hits you, reach for the phone and get the police there while you still have a mark on you. You don't say what makes her mad at you, but you might see if you can change some of that. You shouldn't skip school. If you have a dream, getting the education (which means showing up, not just doing the homework) is important. And being in school keeps you away from home. You should, as soon as school starts up again, talk to a school counselor. Call child services as well, you shouldn't have to live in such a situation. Try reading the books by Dave Pelzer, starting with A Child Called It. He is someone who has overcome a very abusive childhood and gotten somewhere. That's to give you hope.
2016-05-26 04:17:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First - make sure that you've got your life turned around. To me, that means holding a job at the same employer for at least a year, or being a full-time student for that time, or working part-time while going to school, at least. Also, you shouldn't have had ANY run-ins with the law in that time. No speeding tickets, no noise violations, no suspicions of shoplifting, drug use, associating with criminals, etc. Any bench warrants or other outstanding issues should be dealt with, also. Any bills should be paid, or at least be current.
The idea of all of this is to show that you HAVE turned your life around, not that you just can talk a good game. Once you can do that, make an appointment with an adviser or admissions officer at UT or T A&M and ask them. These are the people who are the gate keepers there, and they are the ones who will let you in or leave you on the street. You have to convince them. You'll do that by demonstrating that you've changed completely from your old life.
2007-12-24 15:37:08 · answer #3 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Past is past my friend. the only thing that i could advice you is that you should try to apply to those colleges no matter what. you will not lose anything. show them that you are a changed man now. if they reject you then try again until you find the right school for you.
And your GPA is good that is an enough proof.
keep up the good work
2007-12-24 15:57:10 · answer #4 · answered by bigdom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd think it would depend on your degree. If you were going to medical school, then yes, a conviction could be a problem. But for most degrees? I wouldn't think so. What they will really look at is your transcripts.
Best of success! A&M and UT are good schools. :)
2007-12-24 15:37:22 · answer #5 · answered by Chantal G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think a non-felony conviction will affect your admittance to college. They usually don't ask nor do a criminal back ground check to go to a university. Where it might affect you is if you try to get financial aid. Certain felonies disqualify you from Federal aid.
2007-12-24 16:28:55 · answer #6 · answered by hmmmm 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you definately can! Especially if you write about your experience in your personal statement and how you have changed since. They like to see pepole who have taken control of their lives and would be more than willing to accept you.
2007-12-24 16:26:08 · answer #7 · answered by cutie144 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
going with dr. w on this one...
it's supply and demand..... look at it from this point of view....some young admissions counselor has a quota to fill...and you are it....
try to apply for an "off-season spot" not for the fall....winter or spring admission....
I thought I once heard that you become ineligible for federal loans if you are a convicted felon? better check that bud....
2007-12-24 15:39:04 · answer #8 · answered by bluesbrother74 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on what you were charged with. for example, if you were charged with theft, that could be a problem
2007-12-24 15:30:18 · answer #9 · answered by Lunachit 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as you pay your tuition.
2007-12-24 15:31:48 · answer #10 · answered by DR W 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋