Should I drop out of university to go to community college?

Even if you no longer have your sights set on a bachelor’s degree, community college may still be a good investment. You can generally make more money with an associate degree than with no college degree at all. There are also some fields with high salary potential for those with an associate degree.

Why do community college students drop?

These students typically dropped out – some with a significant amount of debt and no degree to help them. One possible reason for the difference is that many minority students in the California public school system find themselves in overcrowded classrooms with less access to qualified teachers and counselors.

What should I do with my life instead of college?

No matter your reasons, here are some practical alternatives to consider if you’re undecided about college.

• Vocational education and trade schools.
• Self-paced free and paid resources.
• Travel career.
• Apprenticeship.
• Military.
• Online college.
• Entrepreneurship.
• Work your way up.

Does your GPA reset when you transfer to a university from a community college?

In short, no. Transfer credits will not affect your GPA. Colleges and universities have varied rules on grade requirements, which is why the GPA or grade does not carry over any more than a PASS/FAIL. The good news is that your GPA basically starts fresh in your first semester at your new school.

How do I decline admission to a college after being accepted?

Give admissions staff a reason why you’re declining admission to the school after you’ve already accepted, and be honest about that reason. Admissions staff will be more willing to work with you if you’re straightforward with them. In some cases, being honest about your reasons may open up other options for you.

What to do if you no longer want to go to college?

Contact the admissions office. As soon as possible after you decide you no longer want to go to a school, you should talk to someone in admissions directly. The sooner you contact them, the more options you’ll have.

What happens if I change my mind about going to college?

You might accept admission to a college and later get a more attractive offer, or a change in life circumstances may mean you have to put off college for a while. Whatever the reason, if you change your mind about going to a particular college or university after you’ve accepted, contact the admissions office as soon as possible.

Is Community College a better option than four-year university?

When weighing the pros and cons, it is really up to each individual student as to whether community college is a better option. The reason for going to community college instead of a four-year university may be financial, academic, or career-oriented.