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College
I'm a junior in high school, and to tell you the truth, I want to get through college as quickly and easily as possible, mainly because 1 I have a job and 2 I want to really start my life. In order to do this, what kind of classes should I take? What kind of college should I go to? Any other tips?
*I am not made of money so don't recommend top universities or anything please
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You know you don't have to pay money just to go to a good school. There are several methods of financial aid...loans, scholarships, etc. So don't knock it just because it's expensive, especially if you want to have the best education possible. Personally I think you're making a mistake by rushing, but then again it is your life. Check out any and every college you can find, and VISIT it. You never really know anything until you've visited a school. I can't really give you any specific schools (I don't think many colleges like to say that they're quick and easy), that's something you need to figure out on your own.
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While you're in high school, try to take as many upper level courses as you can handle. If your school offers AP classes, take them as well. If you score high enough on the AP exam, colleges will usually accept it as credit for a class. I was able to get credit for freshman english and US history from AP classes in high school.
If you don't already, try to get involved in some community activities or volunteer work. These look great on a college application. Also some community service organizations offer scholarships to members so it might mean more money for college.
Also, see if your school offers dual credit if you take classes at the community college while in high school. I took college level biology at the community college while I was in high school. I got college and high school credit for it. It might be something to look into. If you're worried about cost, some community colleges waive class fees for high school students. My local college did and all I had to pay for was my textbooks for the class and the gas driving to and from class.
As far as colleges after high school, it depends on what you wish to major in. Community colleges can offer many programs. They also tend to be a lot cheaper as far as tuition. Most community colleges do not offer dorms so you can also save on housing fees if you live at home. The only problem with community colleges is that they're sometimes limited on the classes they offer.
To help save on college costs, I recommend staying in the state you live in. Out-of-state tuition is generally much higher. Also, talk to your school guidance counselor about scholarships you might apply for and contests for college funds. I'm giving you a couple links to scholarship listings as well so you can start looking.
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When you get ready to apply to college, make sure to fill out the FAFSA (Federal Application For Student Aid). Your guidance counselor can give you this or you can do it online at the link below. This will help colleges determine what financial aid you're eligible for. Make sure to have current year taxes handy when you go to fill it out as they will request information from them.
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Good luck.
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I think what you're looking for is a community college. Community colleges usually have the lowest tuition. Go to the two year community college that's closest to where you live as a liberal arts major. If it's possible for you to commute, you will save a lot on college living expenses and it will be easier for you to have a part time job. Lastly, talk to your guidance counselor about this. You'll get a lot of help from there. Your guidance counselor will know you a little more personally than us and will have a much better idea of exactly where you should go to college and what for. It's such a great thing that you have made the decision to attend college. It makes a world of difference. I wish you the best of luck in everything.
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Hey. Well it's important to take your REQUIRED classes, I don't know where you live or what district your school belongs to but in mine it's 2 years of mathematics (Algebra 1 and Geometry), 2 years of science (Biology and Chesmitry), three years of English (Enlgish 9, 10, and American Lietarutre), and three years of history (World History, U.S. History, and Govermnet and Economics), and 1 technical art, 1 visual art, and 2 years of physical education. That sounds about right but I may be mistaken. If you have already completed these classes then just focus on getting enough credits. The best way to do this is to take classes outside of school. Whether it is adult school after school or evening classes or Saturday classes or classes during the break. Talk to your counselor and ask about the classes you can take to get more credits or finish your requirements so you can be ahead. OR, to get over with high school probably much quicker, you can take you GED test and get a GED (graduate equivalent diploma). Well good luck.
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