By Franklin Skribbit


So you didn't finish high school...whoops. That might have been your fault, but it might not have been. Now, it doesn't really matter. What does matter is that you went back and got your GED and want to go to college. That is commendable. College will open so many doors to you and you will feel yourself expand, improve, and excel.

You should try to do this because basically, your time in school is like a full time job. It should take up most of your time and you should dedicate most of your time and energy on it.

If your goal is to get into a 4-year college, you might need to take a detour along the way. 4-year colleges usually require additional test scores (ACT or SAT), minimum GPAs, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and leadership experience. Without these, it will be difficult to be admitted directly into a 4-year college or university.

By planning for the interruption a professional allows for buffer time to be placed in between duties and activities. These buffer times will act as a cushion for the daily interruptions to fall on, leaving the worker with the time necessary to complete task.

At a community college, you will be able to gain current academic experience, build relationships with professors and/or councilors, get the feel for college-level work, and strengthen your GPA. The experiences you gain at a community college will also help you build important skills (writing, meeting deadlines, stress management, etc.) that are essential for success at a regular 4-year college.

Think of your deadlines for your schoolwork like a deadline for your job. If you miss a deadline, you will be "dead." You could get in trouble with your company, and you could even be fired. It is important that you are serious about doing a good job in your schoolwork all the time.

If you choose to attend a community college in Cheyenne, build strong relationships with your academic councilor and a handful of professors. You can do this by stopping by their office, sending them e-mails, or talking to them after class. Be courteous when approaching your professors and set up appointments whenever possible rather than popping in unannounced.

It will take a lot out of you, but you will be able to do it. When you graduate with an excellent record, you will be able to look back on your college career and be proud of all of the hard work you put into earning your degree. You will definitely want to take a little time for you, however. If you work yourself too hard, you will burn out and then not be able to do any schoolwork at all.

If community college is not the way for you, or if a traditional 4-year college is not your ultimate goal, you can also consider getting an online degree. These are easy to apply to, flexible, and accessible. If you are currently working and need to take college at a slower pace, an online program might be the ideal option for you.




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