Author : David Richards
College education is a big step for anybody to take. Many
young people are overwhelmed when they are standing on that
threshold. However, there are some tips you can follow that
will help you along. If you follow them precisely they can
become your keys to success in your higher education !It is wise to start up with the planning early. In fact,
it's never to soon to think about what you want to do with
your college education. A question like 'What do you want
to do with your life?' can be pretty Scary, huh? But as a
matter of fact, it shouldn't be. Since planning has to do
with questions like What I will be doing ten years from
now, it should be a fun and exciting session to look
forward toBut getting into the right school and getting where you
need to go is tough. The competition is stiff. Everybody
is trying to get into the most coveted schools, so you have
to think about your strengths.Unfortunately, those SAT and ACT scores are important. I
know, that's no accurate test of what a brilliant and
creative and deserving individual you are. But, that's the
way the system works. Do you want to be admitted into a
top-notch Ivy League school? Then you have to get those
scores as high as you can. Actually, it's good to do that
no matter where you are applying.What else makes a difference? Your whole academic record
will help you get into the school of your choosing. Watch
you attendance and grades. Those will all be factors.
Last year, the admissions boards had the toughest time
choosing applicants. The stakes are being raised, and you
don't want to get left behind. So, don't blow off those
easy classes or settle for second best when it comes to
grades; it matters in the end.Test scores are important, and they are getting higher
every year. What this means, is that you will have a
tougher time than those before you. The competition is
high. One reason for this is the wide availability of
study guides to help you crack the tests. Everyone is
buying these and studying, and it's paying off with high
test scores. This is why it's more important than ever to
blow those scores away.Public high schools are increasingly cracking down on
disciplinary problems. If you are planning on a lucrative
college career, watch what you do in high school. Remember
how everybody always says, 'This will go on your permanent
record?' Well, this will go on your permanent record.
It's always best to keep on the safe side and stay out of
trouble. A little trouble today can cause you a lot of
trouble tomorrow.Many parents are getting non-traditional educations for
their kids, or sending them to private schools. This is
one way to ensure the quality of their education. These
kids have a distinct advantage over those who attend
regular public schools. Once again, the bar is rising. It
has been shown that home schooled kids usually have test
scores comparable with those who attend private schools.
This means that they are not just doing what it takes, but
going above and beyond what is expected.We have seen that the more active parents are in helping
their kids with their studies, the more it will pay off.
All parents wish the best for their children and if your
parents seem pushy about grades and overbearing, remember
that they're just looking out for your best interests for
the next few years. With a good college education, you can
find a great job and make good money. The process starts
in high school, and what you put into it is what you get
out of it.If you think all this sound intimidating, you probably
should re-think it: it's not reallyintimidating at all.
Just hit your books and take your studies seriously. Don't
blow it off, be patient and try to get the highest scores
you can. Rest assured that the future is in your hands.David Richards is a sociologist and web publisher who writes Self Improvement Articles. You can read more at Self Improvement.
Keyword : keys to success
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