Is it good to graduate from high school early and get a head start into college?

Answer 1

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I am a 17 year old in my freshman year of college right now. I agree that it depends on the maturity and readiness of the person. Honestly, you won't know that until you get there. But be warned that there are certain downsides to being a minor in college (especially if you're out-of-state.) Here are a couple of challenges I have run across: 1) Did you know that in many states, you can't buy medicine if you're under 18? I'm out of state, so my parents aren't around to do it for me. 2) It's sort of up in the air whether I can get a lease for an apartment next year, because of state laws here. 3) OK, so this isn't a problem that I've personally run into, but if you get in trouble as a minor, YOU GET IN TROUBLE. Not to mention all of the official "adults" around you...

I don't regret getting a head start on college at all. It was one of the best choices that I've ever made. But be warned, if you don't handle it in a mature, responsible way... it can completely backfire on you.

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If a person possesses the necessary maturity to attend university, then yes, it's a good idea. The sooner he (or she) starts college, the sooner he will graduate and enter the work force, which is one extra year of earning power. If the student will be living away at school, consider the maturity factor carefully.

Answer 2

That's entirely an opinion. If you think you can be successful doing that and you think it's what you're called to do, then you should do that. If you're smart enough to also. But if you're being pressured and it's not what you think you'd be able to handle, it's your choice.

Answer 3

Probably not. It's a big part of your education, it's where you choose the path you will take for the rest of your life.

Some people have but that is very rare.

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Yes you can (sorry to the posts above.. but they are wrong). You don't have to go to high school you just need a high school diploma. Getting a GED qualifies you for that. Though I will admit it will be harder to get into college that way but there are schools that are willing to take in any students. If you just want to escape from high school because to some people high school is a horribly immature place, there is always community college.

I have a friend who, instead of going to high school because she was bullied, just got homeschooled and in her last years of high school went to community college. If you go through community college this will not only look more impressive in a way (because you are taking college level courses) it will also transfer so when you do transfer to a better college.

Some community colleges have programs with local high schools that will just allow you to complete your high school credits in community college instead. This allows you to escape high school and also get a high school diploma plus some transfer credits.

All the men in my family have learned more out of school in a week than any school can teach in a year. When I applied for my current job there were 5 other applicants with degrees that made them perfectly educated for the position. I had a bachelors in administration. The perfect degrees for my job would have been general physics, theoretic physics, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, and electrical engineering. I have a high paying job with a degree that has nothing to do with my job.

Answer 4

A student most always has the opportunity to finish a program of study earlier than prescribed by the institution. Whether it is prudent to pursue this type of approach should be of a concern to you. I am not saying you cannot finish faster and in good form, and I realize that at times individuals have an urgency to get out into the work force quickly, however; take warning.

In order to jump one giant step forward, many students put themselves at risk and fall two giant steps backward. If you have not been to college before, take your time until you have a full understanding of what is expected in terms of course load, study time, and overall commitment. If you are coming in as a first-time freshmen, I always recommend the minimum full-time course load, so that the adjustment and transition is easier. After you are there you will get a pretty good idea of what's expected, and what you will need to realize successful outcomes. Then if you what to handle more, you can do so. In addition, besides the regular semesters, there are summer sessions and interim sessions where you can accumulate more credits toward graduation. Remember, the kind of program of study will also be a determining factor on finishing early.

Do not put yourself in a position - as many students do - and jump in too fast, taking on too much, and thus wind up discouraged. Start slow, finish strong!

Answer 5

yes it will cause life is important and graduating too early is bad!!!!!!!!!!!!!