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what is the best way to get a good college degree?

If I don't get a good college degree my mom will be mad at me.
pls help me

ps. I'm a real person so don't even ask

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Savyata’s Answer

Hi Miles,

Here's your guide to securing a top-notch college degree:

Opt for a high-demand major
Key majors currently in high demand encompass fields like business, healthcare administration, mathematics and statistics, nursing, medical assisting, information technology, and computer science.

Weigh the return on investment
Among the most profitable degrees in the U.S. are those in engineering, computer and information sciences, mathematics, and engineering technician fields.

Secure a spot in a reputable college
Admission processes in colleges usually prioritize grades and the difficulty of classes. High SAT/ACT scores can also make a strong impression on admissions committees.

Speed up your graduation
You can fast-track your graduation by opting for an accelerated program, taking classes during summer, using transfer credits, leveraging dual-enrollment programs, and crafting a personalized degree plan.

Maintain your drive
Establish a rigorous study timetable, employ time management tools, form study groups, make use of professor office hours, and always keep your career aspirations in sight.
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Annah’s Answer

Miles, this depends on what you mean by a "good" degree. I am also curious about you- what do you enjoy studying? What do you enjoy outside of school? What are your interests, strengths, and values? There are numerous good schools, but they may not all offer the degree you want to pursue. Also, a quality education does not guarantee a student's success in school and in life. It is truly up to you- your own motivation and hard work. If you have not done so already, talking with your mom about her ideas to see if they match with your own. Perhaps also meeting together with a guidance counselor for some direction. Some programs lead directly into a career, such as being a dental hygienist, pastry chef, or paralegal. Other programs will provide more of a foundation that will lead into additional, graduate studies- for instance law school, licensed social worker, or psychiatric nurse. Things to consider- the cost of school and the length of time you want to attend school. I am going to assume a "good" degree might lead into a stable career with opportunities for advancement. Most career paths in the medical field are considered stable and you can live almost anywhere and find gainful employment. But don't forget that you will likely want to excel at your work and find it engaging and useful. This is your life, so your input is essential! Taking time to figure this out will pay off; it is definitely a productive use of your time.
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Esther’s Answer

Hi Miles. It's good to hear that you are thinking about going to college!!! Picking a good college major degree will depend on your personal interests and what kind of work you want to do after you graduate. Your school counselor can help guide you toward a field of study but you don't have to make your final decision on your college major until you finish your first year of college - so there's no pressure to decide right now.

What I think most parents worry about is how to pay for your college degree - which can be expensive. That's why going to college and majoring in something that doesn't help you find a job to help pay for your college loans is a real concern. One way to help your parents (and yourself) with paying for college is by choosing to go a 2-year community college first. Community colleges are easier to get into and are way cheaper than regular 4 year colleges. And it will give you time to figure out what you want to major in without the pressuring of paying for an expensive school. After you decide what you want to study, you can then transfer to the 4 year college you really wanted to go to and get your degree from that college.

This strategy works really well if you want to go to a college out of state because after your first year at a community college you become a resident of that state. So when you transfer to a 4 year college in that state, you pay resident tuition fees instead of out of state tuition fees.

Good luck in your quest to go to college. It's a goal that will definitely pay off. I'm very excited for you!!!

Esther recommends the following next steps:

Meet with your school counselor to determine a college field of study
Meet with your school counselor & family to determine colleges you'd like to go to (and community colleges in those areas)
Talk with people who are working in the field of study you are interested in to see if it's something you'd like to pursue
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Lora’s Answer

Miles,

Ultimately, the decision on whether to attend college and your future is up to you. Have you spoken to your mom about learning a trade and going to a trade school? There are many two-year programs for the trades; check your local junior colleges. Junior college or community college is also a great way to help to determine if that sort of study is right for you. It's so much more inexpensive to attend a JC or a CC!

Lora recommends the following next steps:

Talk to your mom about trade school
Look into local junior and community colleges
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Beverly’s Answer

Hi Miles,

Good question, but first, if you are going to get a college degree or do anything in life you need to want it rather than seeking something to please your mom or others.
If you do want to go to college you will need to look inside yourself and see what you would study and how you would set a goal to start and complete your college degree.
Best wishes to you and I hope the steps below inspire you to advance.
Beverly

Beverly recommends the following next steps:

Which high school classes do you like and do you find challenging, yet have a desire to learn more? This could steer you in a direction.
Speak with your teachers and guidance counselor about opportunites to further your education . Find out about colleges that may suit you.
Attend college fairs, financial aid programs and career fairs at your school or in your town.
Visit your local community college and local 4-year colleges during open house events and look into admission when you are a senior in high school. Ask which classes will prepare you for college.
Speak with students in college now or those who graduated. Ask questions about how they went about the process of learning what to study and how to do so.
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