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will it be easy to apply to college if i did online school and graduate a year early from actual highschool grade ?
im an upcoming junior and i was wondering if it will be easy to apply to college if i were to do online school and finish it a year early. Will there be a disadvantage, how will i do a college essay? Im very new and need more details.
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Jerome’s Answer
As others have shared, there are a lot of variables that go into answering your question. I did an online program and while I enjoyed it, I do feel like I got more out of the degree. I achieve while going to a traditional school. Depending on your goals, some junior colleges have partnerships with other schools where if you get a certain GPA and meet other requirements, they will automatically accept you.
I recommend doing some research on the college you want to attend and if there are any pathway programs.
I recommend doing some research on the college you want to attend and if there are any pathway programs.
I appreciate this, thank you for the advice.
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Leslie’s Answer
Hello. I’m not sure how New York, NY works, but in the state of Georgia, we have a similar option / program called dual enrollment. It allows students to take college courses on campus while in high school. I don’t know if online is an option. These are college courses that you can receive college credits for that count towards the degree program that you’re striving to achieve. Please be sure to inquire about the equivalent program to dual enrollment in NYC.
Thank you so much, Leslie!
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Connie’s Answer
My daughter graduated high school in her junior year and the pandemic caused her to start college online. She had the option to go in person and decided to finish out online. There are pros and cons to it. Lots of flexibility in her time but the social piece was not part of the academics. She has learned an incredible amount though by managing her studies, PT job and social life. A few questions and steps for you to consider:
1. Which schools do you want to go to and how many offer solid online programs? You have an opportunity to expand your search throughout the U.S. which is a benefit.
2. Do you have the discipline and focus for online versus in person?
3. Have you done a pros/cons list of being in person versus online to better understand if it is right for you? Nothing is ever just easy so you will need to determine which of your pros outweigh the cons.
Good luck with it. And the college essay is a college essay whether it is for in person or online.
1. Which schools do you want to go to and how many offer solid online programs? You have an opportunity to expand your search throughout the U.S. which is a benefit.
2. Do you have the discipline and focus for online versus in person?
3. Have you done a pros/cons list of being in person versus online to better understand if it is right for you? Nothing is ever just easy so you will need to determine which of your pros outweigh the cons.
Good luck with it. And the college essay is a college essay whether it is for in person or online.
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Phill’s Answer
Hey faida,
College applications can be a length and time consuming process, but it is good to hear you are considering things early. If you have the GPA there is a possible chance certain schools will allow you to start online classes, as some highschools even have classes that would count towards college credits. Be sure to reach out to the schools you are considering before applying so that you do not waste your time applying if they would not allow it. If you are doing HS and a college course at the same time, it might be a slightly heavier work load, but this can be a good thing as it can prepare you for the full workload of college. When writing your college essay, be sure to emphasis your eagerness and why you want to attend that school. It can be good to share a life experience that you found challenging and how you overcame it. Some schools will give you a direct prompt to follow. It might also be good to reach out the admin, professors, and students to ask why it might be worth attending.
Best of luck on your journey!
College applications can be a length and time consuming process, but it is good to hear you are considering things early. If you have the GPA there is a possible chance certain schools will allow you to start online classes, as some highschools even have classes that would count towards college credits. Be sure to reach out to the schools you are considering before applying so that you do not waste your time applying if they would not allow it. If you are doing HS and a college course at the same time, it might be a slightly heavier work load, but this can be a good thing as it can prepare you for the full workload of college. When writing your college essay, be sure to emphasis your eagerness and why you want to attend that school. It can be good to share a life experience that you found challenging and how you overcame it. Some schools will give you a direct prompt to follow. It might also be good to reach out the admin, professors, and students to ask why it might be worth attending.
Best of luck on your journey!
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Faida !
I would be happy to give you some advice but you'd have to consult as well with your School District Office as well as the college you intend to enroll in as there are guidelines at both ends for this. Many decades ago, I, as a New York State high school student at that time, graduated early and there was no problem going to college, even with a semester gap. I am sure college would love to have you ! There's some information that you do need to know, however.
In New York State, some High Schools formally have developed an online high school program for there district for which you do get a real High School Diploma. Is this the path you are taking right now, through your district high school ? Or are you homeschooling freelance - this makes a huge difference in the advice I can give you, but I'll assume the first version I've mentioned. If it's home school not connected to your district high school, post a new question indicating that. This topic is detailed oriented.
Okay, so New York is funny. Although you do need in general 22 High School credits to get a high school diploma, those credits are not directly tied to enrolling in college. College admissions will typically depend on factors such as GPA, standardized test scores, and coursework, rather than the number of high school credits earned. So make sure that you take the SAT Exam at your local High School this year. You'll need the score for college admissions. I do not believe that you will have any obstacles applying to college because you are doing online school and or graduating early.
But if you are homeschooling with self-curriculum, you still can go to college but there's lengthy information about that. If you are using your high school's online protocol, consult with them about the question you've asked. If you are using a web based company to get a high school diploma, as long as you get the credits needed they will issue a high school diploma to you - but ask them. This question is highly circumstance based and cannot be advised with general assumptions. In a nutshell, to apply to colleges, you will need a High School Diploma or a GED, your SAT Scores, your GPA, the transcripts from the high school coursework you've done and possibly many colleges ask for a personal statement essay. There is a way to get that no matter what high school path you are taking. No disadvantages at all for what you want to do but you need to be well informed as well as keep up your enthusiasm for higher education.
Do not worry about the college essay for admissions. The college will give you a topic or question to write about and most times it's based on your own life experience, so you'll be able to write it. You'd be writing about you.
So despite my advice, you're going to have to contact the place that directs and coordinates the program you are using and they will give you details about your specific circumstances. I hope this was informative for a start and I wish you all the best !
I would be happy to give you some advice but you'd have to consult as well with your School District Office as well as the college you intend to enroll in as there are guidelines at both ends for this. Many decades ago, I, as a New York State high school student at that time, graduated early and there was no problem going to college, even with a semester gap. I am sure college would love to have you ! There's some information that you do need to know, however.
In New York State, some High Schools formally have developed an online high school program for there district for which you do get a real High School Diploma. Is this the path you are taking right now, through your district high school ? Or are you homeschooling freelance - this makes a huge difference in the advice I can give you, but I'll assume the first version I've mentioned. If it's home school not connected to your district high school, post a new question indicating that. This topic is detailed oriented.
Okay, so New York is funny. Although you do need in general 22 High School credits to get a high school diploma, those credits are not directly tied to enrolling in college. College admissions will typically depend on factors such as GPA, standardized test scores, and coursework, rather than the number of high school credits earned. So make sure that you take the SAT Exam at your local High School this year. You'll need the score for college admissions. I do not believe that you will have any obstacles applying to college because you are doing online school and or graduating early.
But if you are homeschooling with self-curriculum, you still can go to college but there's lengthy information about that. If you are using your high school's online protocol, consult with them about the question you've asked. If you are using a web based company to get a high school diploma, as long as you get the credits needed they will issue a high school diploma to you - but ask them. This question is highly circumstance based and cannot be advised with general assumptions. In a nutshell, to apply to colleges, you will need a High School Diploma or a GED, your SAT Scores, your GPA, the transcripts from the high school coursework you've done and possibly many colleges ask for a personal statement essay. There is a way to get that no matter what high school path you are taking. No disadvantages at all for what you want to do but you need to be well informed as well as keep up your enthusiasm for higher education.
Do not worry about the college essay for admissions. The college will give you a topic or question to write about and most times it's based on your own life experience, so you'll be able to write it. You'd be writing about you.
So despite my advice, you're going to have to contact the place that directs and coordinates the program you are using and they will give you details about your specific circumstances. I hope this was informative for a start and I wish you all the best !
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