any suggestions for a college prep program for a young man not quite ready for the college experience?
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I didn't know what I wanted to do with college So I went to community college for a couple years, gave me a chance to work, to see if I could motivate myself to go to class without being forced, let me save a little money, and figure out what type of program I wanted to do.
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Actually, perhaps you need to blaze your own way. The university that I did my undergrad at had a "make your own" degree program. You still had to satisfy basic requirements, but you could actually make your own, with approval from the college whose umbrella it fell under. Also, I suggest that NO ONE declares a major until their sophomore or even junior year. Get your core out of the way. The point of core classes is to introduce you to new things. It is NOT to teach you the basics; you should have gotten that in gradeschool. That is why you have to take things like history, art, sociology, science, math, english, foreign language, etc. for your core. It is to introduce you to new and useful fields that you might find appetizing.
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Good luck to you - I tried out for the Junior Eagles and made it - just couldn't take time off for college, etc. I highly recommend getting in touch with your local Men's club for sponsorship or search for a nearby club for sposorship. I was sponsored for tryouts by Saranac Lake Mountaineers.\n\nMost guys at that level have money and are impressed with someone going for it. Seriously - contact your local men's club.
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I am not in college yet.
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Does your school offer something like taking classes at a college near you?  The schools here have a program that lets students take classes in areas where they have exhausted the school's ability to offer classes in those areas.  The school district even pays for their tuition and books.  One of my kids took art and history classes a couple hours a day during his last year of high school. He got to go to three different colleges and had a good idea of the strengths and weaknesses of each of them when it was time to pick a college to go to.  A friend of his took computer courses and got a head start on college that way.\n\nIf your school doesn't have this program, you might try signing up for an independent study class with a faculty member at your school.  That can be a lot less structured than a regular class and you can go in the direction of your interest with someone who will guide you and may enjoy the experience with you.  You can probably help decide what your final project will be and you can make it something you're really excited about learning.\n\nOr take an evening class at a college near you--see if your school will give you credit for it.  If not, too bad, but you'll still get to infuse your intellectual life with some new energy.\n\nIs there some way to get experience in things you don't do as easily as learning at your school?  How about leadership skills, or exploring career areas through mentorships or job shadowing?  Volunteering to help less able students might challenge you more than learning does, but life skills are even more important than intellectual ones in the long run.\n\nYou really have a long time coming in that life you don't want to waste any of.  I understand how you feel, truly I do, but you should take a long, wise view here.  Unless you can demonstrate to your school district that you know it all already or you can convince a college to offer you entrance without a high school diploma (which might be an option, actually), or you're wealthy enough to live without getting a job, you're stuck in school.  \n\nYou do have my sympathy.  I know it's no easier for very talented students to make it through school than it is for intellectually challenged ones.  In both cases, special education options are needed.
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With a "teenager" just out of high school and one going into the 9th grade, I would have to say that in my area, the schools have a great college prep program, but the prep is only as good as the kids make it!  It's like a horse, you can lead it to water but you can't make it drink.  Schools are only a small part in preparing kids for college.  The parents are just as important if not more and outside influences.  But mainly it all falls on the kids and what they do with what is offered to them.
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Perhaps you should change your major to a related field, one that doesn't require heavy math/science ability.\n\nTalk to a school advisor.  That's what they are there for.
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Take a deep breath and enjoy the summer.  You are obviously a driven individual.  The classes you are taking are good as wellas your involvement in sports.  Maybe spend some time this summer developing a community service resume.  Don't be scattered in your approach.  Find one item that you can work with and get in depth knowledge.  Use this knowledge on your college essay.\n\nAlso, whether you get into these schools or not will not matter or not many years from now.  Sometimes when God closes a door he opens a window.  My son did not get into his first choice.  He went to a fine small liberal arts school and studied religion and history (instead of the "big name" school where he would have studied business).  He had a wonderful 4 years, met many nice people, was able to continue to play Div 3 sports all 4 years and graduated with a history honorarium.  Also has a job if he wants but I think he'll continue and get a masters degree.\n\nHis small school was located in Ohio and many students go there as pre med or pre dentist.  \n\nThere is a place for everyone and life's too wonderful to stress over this.  Senior year will be long enough.  Do apply early decision to get the waiting over with!!
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Hello,,\n     I had the same question a year ago...  I have few suggestions if you like that I tried on myself. Why don't you do a career program that will be completed in few months ,, may be 8 and then you can have a job.. you can do medical assistance or office assistance or something that take less than a year ... yo will have a job and become independent.... and when you have a job and are settled then you can go for bachelors online because online classes are cheaper and easier .. you can sit on your bed and do your homework and only spend 2 to 3 hours daily .... This can be best with your job and some companies offer tuition refund .... This is just a suggestion and if you do not like it never mind ...
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The important feature of college for someone that likes\n   a sport, a skill, an art, is that they can qualify for the full U plan.\n   Each company that contributes; reports many openings to the\n   plans that are available.  General idea is that you must do well\n   enough to sustain your grades, suspend private activities, like\n   more children, or travel generous options include that good\n   decision making sense is fully applied when in campus study.\n   If you can contact the chamber of commerce training officer\n   in your area to make some scheduel information. Be complete\n   in your choice of what studies,  try to be respectful of the new\n    learning process,  the professional you can become is good.
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I was in the same position as you. I was the first member of my immediate family to graduate high school and go on to finish college. There are a few things you can do. Have one of your parents go with you to a college fair. They hold them at large convention centers and many different colleges send people to pass out information and talk with people about the college and some of their programs. If you're interested in looking into all 3 of those areas, I would recommend a liberal arts college. You could take class in art, writing, and communications. Once you narrow down your search and have found a few colleges that have strong programs in one or two areas of your interest, contact the Admissions Office and set up a time to visit the colleges with your parents to experience what life on campus is like. Spend the night with one of their student hosts if you can. Being a former tour guide, I recommend trying to do this in the autumn or mid spring. (Unless you're looking at colleges somewhere warm.) While you’re on campus, sit in on a class, meet with a counselor to discuss financial aid/awards, the programs you're interested in, and how you could go about molding your college experience to fit your needs. If you're not sure about the size of college you're looking for, tour a big one and one smaller one. Each school will have a different personality, and this also will differ with size. There are perks to both. Make sure to take notes after your visit to remember impressions and thoughts of your tours. One of the best things you can do is open yourself to letting your parents aid you in your decision. They will remember things that people said, and help you keep track of everything you've seen. You will feel very overwhelmed throughout this process and it's good to share this with your parents. They have it in their best interest to help you make the best decision you can. You will end up applying for multiple schools, so be sure to keep track of your due dates for applications and essays and such. If you narrow down your search to 2 schools, go back and visit a few more times if you can. Meet with professors you would be working with. I know in studying the arts you sometimes have to turn in a portfolio of work before being accepted into the program. This sometimes results in an in-person interview with faculty members. Know what to expect and keep in contact with the Admission Offices if you have any questions. \n\nAnd don't be afraid to take a year off if you're already in your senior year and need more time to find a good place to go. Take classes at a community college and pick up a part time job or travel or something while you take the time you need to find the right fit for you! \n\nGood luck! Email me if I could be of any more help!
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Dude, you don't need to go to college to do that.  Why not try for a more challenging and rewarding career that takes actual skill and aptitude, like say middle school janitor or jizzz mopper at the local XXX theatre.  Seriously, though, all you have to do is pass a simple test an illiterate mongoloid with down syndrome could pass.  Good Luck!
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No. It is understandable. Just prepared to work hard. Set up a study schedule for yourself. Stay organized. Do whatever you need to do not to get behind in your classes. Learn how to get through your reading quickly. Set up some study groups. Make some good friends. College is a blast!!!
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Do things that no one wants to do. Mow a lawn, paint someone's room (wall, bathroom, etc.), run errands, etc.\n\nIf you r really smart, tutor students that r in a low math level and that r taking summer school.\n\nBest thing to do at your age, though is community service. It will look really good on you college application
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Ok, if you REALLY insist on dealing with school and college. \n\nFirst, make sure you do actually like reading and learning, could be anything. If not, pump gas or something.\n\nIf you DO like it, then force yourself to sit and look at the books. A few hours a day maybe. No matter how boring it is. Then get at least Bs and try. Then when you get to College it will be pleasant to be able to choose more what you sit and stare at for those few hours. Also, you will know how to do boring memorization and math when you have to. Those are the main skils you need in College. The more you lie what you have to learn, the easier it is. Its good discipline to be able to learn whatever you have to. Like eating only rice for week or so.
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Hello,\n\nWell there are different types of programs, and the shortest program is a combined BS and MD program.\nGraduating early may not be to your benifit if you are interested in this program.\nE-mail me at \nadmissioncounseling@yahoo.com\nif you have any questions, I am a college counselor with over 13 years of field experience
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I'm an independent education consultant specializing in undergraduate admissions and the first thing  I tell my clients is that the path to higher education doesn't always involve a traditional  "college"; however, you do need to realize that if you expect to work in an industry that will provide you with a long-term career, as opposed to a job, then you will need to prepare yourself to pursue SOMETHING beyond high school.\n\nDepending on your life objective, a suitable path to higher education could involve:  military service, vocational/technical training, community/junior college, traditional college/univerity, or professional school.  \n\nYou might consider  sitting  down with your high school counselor to evaluate where you might want to go with your life.  Or, visiting with an education consultant or workforce specialist.\n\nBest of luck to you!