Is college only for certain people?

[Anonymous]

In high school I made decent grades i had some c's and d's in those four years but overall i did good. i love going to school but ever since I've been in college i have struggled to get my work done i can go the whole semester and barely get anything done which is insane because ill still go to class. It feels like its a monkey on my back and i try and try. i even take summer classes to make up for my mistakes or maybe get ahead but getting the work done and sometimes getting up for class makes me feel so heavy hearted but i dont give up. though i dont give up i keep repeating the same cycle over and over. im still struggling and im a sophomore majoring in nursing, im no near where i need to be. its not only like that with school but other tasks i may need to do as well so is it that school isn't for me or is it anxiety, depression weighing me down?

[abc3643]

You have to treat college as a full-time job in which you have to work between 50 and 60 hours / week. You go to classes. After that, you do homework or otherwise study. Even if you are not officially studying, if you go out to have fun, talk to your friends about classes your share and, in particular, the subject matter.

Yes, the transition to college from high school can be rather traumatic. I really didn't "learn how to learn" until I was in my 4th semester. After that, I was a machine.

Something you can do which is what we did before the Internet and smart phones was write a "crib sheet". A crib sheet was something we were allowed to bring into a test, but we had to make our own. A crib sheet is a way to record the important essential facts that you need to know for the test. The best thing about a crib sheet is that it actually forces you to study without you realizing it. I didn't realize this at first when I was an undergraduate, but I realized it when I started to teach college as a graduate student.

Here's some additional advice: Try to relax. If you let fear creep in, you may fail. So, imagine, for instance, that you want to clean your room and get it organized. You look at the room, ponder where everything should go and how you might make things better. Your mind stops being emotional but becomes more focused. Cleaning and organizing your room is a "problem" that you solve, step by step, by planning how you will do it and then doing it in pieces.

The same can be said about any large problem and that includes studying. Focus on a small part of the material and study that. Often, the subject matter is sequential so if you've mastered the earlier stuff, then the later material is easier to master.

Let me know if you have any questions including about any specific classes you are in.

[Pterodon]

School wasn’t my thing at all. You couldn’t drag me kicking and screaming into a college. I did my dream job for my dream company without a GED and proved everyone wrong

[Anonymous]

Yes especially nowadays when it's more concerned with profit and politics than actual education. If you do go to college, go into a program where there's a guaranteed career when you get out. Colleges should not be selling art history and philosophy programs to young people who do not realize they will not be able to make money when they get out.

[Anonymous]

College is not just for certain people, but it can be challenging for anyone, regardless of their academic background or previous success in school. It's normal to experience struggles and setbacks in college, especially when faced with the demands of rigorous coursework and the pressures of transitioning to a new environment and lifestyle.

It's possible that your struggles with getting work done and attending classes may be related to anxiety or depression, which can make it difficult to focus and stay motivated. It may be helpful to talk to a mental health professional or counselor about your concerns, and to develop strategies for managing your symptoms and improving your overall well-being.

It's also important to remember that college is not the only path to success, and that there are many different career paths and opportunities available outside of traditional higher education. If you're feeling overwhelmed or discouraged by your college experience, it may be worth exploring alternative options, such as vocational training or apprenticeships, that may be better suited to your strengths and interests.

Ultimately, it's important to be kind to yourself and to recognize that struggles and setbacks are a natural part of the learning process. With patience, perseverance, and support, you can overcome these challenges and achieve your goals, whether in college or beyond.

[In_Trance]

yes it is