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Ava
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Does attendance really matter in highschool to colleges? If so, how much do they care?
Hello! I'd like to start off by saying, I have UC (Ulcerative Colitis) which means I have a lot of appointments and days where I'm in a lot of pain. It also takes a bit of a toll on my mental health. That all causes me to miss a decent amount of days in school. I'm starting to get worried that because my attendance is starting to get bad, that I won't be able to live out my dream in college. Will I actually be impacted by this?
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Denise Heffron, PSM, PMI-ACP, PMP
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Hi Ava,
First off I'd like to say I'm so sorry to hear about your condition, I have friends who have UC and know it can be very painful.
Attendance in high school can be an important factor for academic success and is often considered in the context of a student's overall performance. While regular attendance is generally associated with better grades and a deeper understanding of the material, colleges typically focus more on a student's academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, personal essays, and standardized test scores rather than attendance records alone.
When it comes to severe illnesses like ulcerative colitis, colleges are generally understanding and take such circumstances into account during the admissions process. Most colleges have a holistic review process that considers the context of a student's performance, including any significant health challenges they may have faced. Students are often encouraged to address these issues in their application essays or through recommendation letters, providing context to any potential discrepancies in their academic record.
Additionally, high schools can provide accommodations or support for students with serious medical conditions, such as individualized education plans (IEPs) or 504 plans, which can help manage attendance and academic requirements.
If you or someone you know is dealing with such a situation, it might be helpful to communicate with school counselors and college admissions offices to ensure they understand the circumstances and can provide the necessary support or considerations.
Best of luck to you in your future academic career!
First off I'd like to say I'm so sorry to hear about your condition, I have friends who have UC and know it can be very painful.
Attendance in high school can be an important factor for academic success and is often considered in the context of a student's overall performance. While regular attendance is generally associated with better grades and a deeper understanding of the material, colleges typically focus more on a student's academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, personal essays, and standardized test scores rather than attendance records alone.
When it comes to severe illnesses like ulcerative colitis, colleges are generally understanding and take such circumstances into account during the admissions process. Most colleges have a holistic review process that considers the context of a student's performance, including any significant health challenges they may have faced. Students are often encouraged to address these issues in their application essays or through recommendation letters, providing context to any potential discrepancies in their academic record.
Additionally, high schools can provide accommodations or support for students with serious medical conditions, such as individualized education plans (IEPs) or 504 plans, which can help manage attendance and academic requirements.
If you or someone you know is dealing with such a situation, it might be helpful to communicate with school counselors and college admissions offices to ensure they understand the circumstances and can provide the necessary support or considerations.
Best of luck to you in your future academic career!