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I am not a very smart person, but I try hard to learn as much as I can. I learn and learn, but every once in a while, i seem to mess up my grades. I always screw up my good average. I would love to go to Oxford University.When I say love, I mean LOVE!! My life would be complete if I were to actually get in. What could I possibly do to make it into Oxford?
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First, talk to your guidance counselor about this. That's what they're there for! Your guidance counselor will definitely be able to help you. I don't know that much about Oxford in particular, but I do know a thing or two about colleges in general. My advice would be to go there for an interview. Make a contact. When a college can put a face and a personality with a name it helps a lot. Another thing that you should concentrate a lot on is your application essay. You'll have to send in an essay with your application that will be read and reviewed and could help your case very much. If an essay really stands out to Admissions, they will consider letting you in even if your grades aren't quite up to par. Try to think of something really interesting or different about yourself and capitalize on that. Even if you don't think that you've had a very interesting life, everyone is unique. Try to think of a defining moment in your life, a person that has inspired you, something you've accomplished, why you are so interested in Oxford, or what you see in your future and how Oxford can help you get there. Even if you don't make it into Oxford, you can go to another school for a year and try to transfer into Oxford. You should have a better chance of getting in and will have a year of college under your belt so you'll have a better idea of what you want to do and what to expect. Again, talk to your guidance counselor about all of this. I wish you the best of luck with everything and I hope that you get into Oxford!
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First, start with your study habits. Is the area free of distractions (TV, telephone, etc)? Do you have everything you need (books, pen or pencil, notepad) while you're studying? Try to set aside time each day to study.
Second, if you're having trouble understanding what you're learning, don't be afraid to ask for help. Many teachers will give you more individualized attention if you just let them know you don't understand. Hiring a tutor might be another option to explore.
While grades are an important part of what colleges look for, they're not all of it. They usually look at your extracurricular activites and have you write an essay as well. Try to make sure your extracurricular activities are well-rounded. If you don't do so already, consider doing some volunteer work in the community. Try your local hospital or nursing home to find opportunities. When I applied to college, the admissions officer told me that one of the things that impressed her is the fact that I had done a lot of volunteer work.
If you have to write an essay, make sure to proofread it for errors and comprehension several times. Ask others to look it over as well. My English teacher was a great resource to me when I was writing essays because she was always willing to look them over and offer suggestions.
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