Going To College With A GED

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.

Unfortunately, not having a high school diploma can come with serious side effects. Even with a GED, there are several things you will have to make up for. But it can be done! It will just take hard work, a little sacrifice, some dedication, and determination.

It is important to spend most of your time on your schoolwork because you are in school in order to prepare to get a full-time job. Sometimes people attend school just for the sake of learning, but most people attend school so that they can get a degree that will help them get the job of their choice.

Treating school like work shouldn't be difficult. All you have to do is try. Here are a few examples of how you can treat school like work. You must show up on time to class, and attend every class.

Some may thing that this may mean taking on less work overall, but those who plan for interruptions through the day will actually be able to focus on their projects for longer. And when interruptions are planned on but do not happen it leaves even more time for the worker to complete their tasks, thereby allowing them to complete even more.

However, if you choose to go to a community college, make sure your college of choice transfers credits to 4-year colleges. Some are not set up or do not meet requirements that allow you to transfer to other colleges. Do your research before applying to a community college and make sure they offer what you need. Academic councilors or the admissions office can answer all your questions.

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.

Show them that you have respect for them, that you have a genuine interest to learn and improve, and ask their advice on how you can do better. Sincerity, not brown nosing, will get you to higher places.

Push yourself, but don't push yourself too hard. This can be a difficult balance to achieve, but you have your whole college career to try to figure it out. Cheyenne colleges are known for pushing their students extra hard because they know how well they can do. By attending one of the Cheyenne colleges, you will pushed in healthy ways so you are able to achieve your full potential.




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