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Sam
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How can I go to college if I graduate early?
Could I be able to move away to college if I graduate High School at least 2 years early? And what kind of college could I apply to?
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Candy Hipp
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You should go to a Junior College first if you don't know what you want to do professionally when you are older. Get your Geneal Education out of the way then transfer to a 4 year college. You will save money that way. You might also look into a trade school. We do need more information on the path you want to take in order to assist you more.
Great job.
Great job.
Karissa Helton
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Yes, with a high school diploma you can go to college. You will probably have to go to college in your hometown. It would be very difficult to leave your parents home before you are 18. A bachelors degree requires 2 years of "core" classes. This is Math, Science, Social Studies and English. These classes can be taken at a community college then you can move away to attend the university of your choice.
Michelle M.
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Hello, Sam !
Wow, it's a very rare occurrence that someone graduates two years early from high school and if that's what you are doing, I congratulate you ! If it is something that you are just considering and haven't situated it yet, it is good that you are reaching out for advice about it. It would mean that you'd be age 15 upon high school graduation.
Enrollment in college has little or nothing to do with graduating early. As long as you have your High School Diploma and some colleges would accept a GED instead of a High School Diploma. It's all going to depend on which college you go to. College is most times not a general protocol. You will have to interact with the specific college you plan to apply to and see what their guidelines are for age (which shouldn't be an issue) and they will want your transcripts and copy of your Diploma or GED on application to the college.
What "kind" of college you apply to is totally up to you. You can choose a two year college for an Associates degree or start your freshman year at a four year university for a Bachelors Degree. You can get your Associates at the two year college and then transfer to the four year college for your Bachelors Degree. It all depends on what you really want to do, what your major is, if you'll stay at a local school or relocate. Moving to a different state will cost out of state tuition. You certainly can move but you'll need the financial means to do so because rents are enormously high right now no matter what state we're talking about. So the one major factor in whether or not you can move is not when you've graduated high school, rather whether or not you have the financial means to do so.
When you find one or more colleges to apply to, review their admissions requirements and see that you qualify for enrollment. Apply to the colleges. It is very important that you consult with your high school guidance counselor about this as well as the counselor can tell you about specifics regarding your town, city, state or nearby states where you may plan to relocate. It will take a lot of first hand research on your part.
You hadn't mentioned if you plan to enroll in college/relocate right after graduation, wait a couple of years and then move, or if your parents will be going along with you or if you'd have roommates to share the cost of housing. These are some important elements that can help you plan as being out on your own for the first time will require a very strong support system. Do ask more specific questions about this because we would be happy to address your specific plans and questions.
Best wishes going forward with your plans !
Wow, it's a very rare occurrence that someone graduates two years early from high school and if that's what you are doing, I congratulate you ! If it is something that you are just considering and haven't situated it yet, it is good that you are reaching out for advice about it. It would mean that you'd be age 15 upon high school graduation.
Enrollment in college has little or nothing to do with graduating early. As long as you have your High School Diploma and some colleges would accept a GED instead of a High School Diploma. It's all going to depend on which college you go to. College is most times not a general protocol. You will have to interact with the specific college you plan to apply to and see what their guidelines are for age (which shouldn't be an issue) and they will want your transcripts and copy of your Diploma or GED on application to the college.
What "kind" of college you apply to is totally up to you. You can choose a two year college for an Associates degree or start your freshman year at a four year university for a Bachelors Degree. You can get your Associates at the two year college and then transfer to the four year college for your Bachelors Degree. It all depends on what you really want to do, what your major is, if you'll stay at a local school or relocate. Moving to a different state will cost out of state tuition. You certainly can move but you'll need the financial means to do so because rents are enormously high right now no matter what state we're talking about. So the one major factor in whether or not you can move is not when you've graduated high school, rather whether or not you have the financial means to do so.
When you find one or more colleges to apply to, review their admissions requirements and see that you qualify for enrollment. Apply to the colleges. It is very important that you consult with your high school guidance counselor about this as well as the counselor can tell you about specifics regarding your town, city, state or nearby states where you may plan to relocate. It will take a lot of first hand research on your part.
You hadn't mentioned if you plan to enroll in college/relocate right after graduation, wait a couple of years and then move, or if your parents will be going along with you or if you'd have roommates to share the cost of housing. These are some important elements that can help you plan as being out on your own for the first time will require a very strong support system. Do ask more specific questions about this because we would be happy to address your specific plans and questions.
Best wishes going forward with your plans !
Rebecca Rubino
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Hi Sam - Congratulations on finishing your high school coursework early. As a mother of three, I would strongly recommend seeking out college credit coursework at your high school. This would allow you to be challenged at a low cost while still having the ability to live at home. Another option would be to enroll in a local community college and continue to live at home and save on college housing expense. More than likely, the community course credits would transfer to a four-year university saving you a great deal in tuition costs until you are a little older and would enjoy moving away to college. Enjoy school and don't rush it!