I am in my second year of college. I am an English major minoring in secondary education. MY QUESTION IS, why do I have to take so many courses that have nothing to do with my major in order to graduate; Intro to music, history of rock & roll, kinesiology, philosophy, etc. It drives me crazy knowing these classes I do not want to take and have nothing to do with my major will have an effect on my GPA.
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particularly in the US, college is not just about training you for a future job - it's about making you a more well-rounded person.  I am very glad I took the "useless" classes that I did, becauase I frequently find something about them turned out to be useful after all.  Understanding why beer was such a major part of American history helped me form an opinion on current politics that deal with alcohol and regulations, for example, and basic logic in philosophy still helps me notice when someone's argument is faulty.
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I am in AP Economics and I went into the class because I like that stuff.  If you dont like history then why are you taking it?  Make it look good on your HS transcript?  So I would which into a diffrent class, say, AP English or an AP math class something that will keep your interest.  Dont take a class because it will look good for college.  If you fail or are close to failing it affects your GPA as well as colleges seeing that when you send out your final transcript.
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In your freshman year in college, you will be taking general education.  You are required to complete a list of general education courses regardless if you are declared or not.  It will typically take you about two or three years to complete all the requirements, and you will usually start your major program during your Junior year.\n\nThe first courses you will more than likely take is: English, Math, Science, and some type of art course.\n\nEnglish and Math will be your top two classes you need to take, and the other two may vary.  Typically, full-time students take about four (12 units) to five classes (15 units).\n\nGood luck in college!
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The second-level classes that you tend to take in Junior and Serior year are harder and more specialized. Unless you took all the requirements already and all you have left are the joke electives. But the advantage is that you won't be having to take all those general-education classes like physics, so if business is easier for you, you might find it easier.\n\nI think people coming from community college are at a disadvantage because community colleges usually (***but not always; there are exceptions***) have a lower quality of teaching. They may be slightly behind the university students.
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It truly depends on two things: 1) Is it a class for your major? 2) If you decide to retake it, will it fit into your schedule?\n\nIf it is a class for your major, I would highly recommend you retake the class. If it isn't, and the lost credits won't affect your strategy for graduation, forget it.\n\nIf the class won't fit into next semester's schedule, then it may not be a good option to go back and take it.\n\nHope that helps!
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Of course you can take more classes after you get you Bachelor's Degree.  My advice is graduate in the Spring.  If you have an interest in taking more classes -- take them.  Don't worry about whether or not you can get the official minor.\n\nWhether you can then get an official Minor is dependent on the school you go to (my university did not have minors -- so your plan wouldn't work).\n\nYou may want to ask yourself why you are doing this.  No one cares about Minors -- especially if they are in History or Spanish.  It isn't like having an official minor will get you a better job or get you into graduate school.
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Boy, some answers sure are mean!\n\nCongratulations on graduating!\n\nIf you did not fill out any applications then you should get started now. You won't make it in time for Fall semester, but you are ahead of the game for the next year.  That gives you some time to really investigate schools and decide your major. Lucky you!\n\nIf you are in a hurry to get started, you can go to your local community college and try to take some of the basics that will transfer on to your University of choice.\n\nGoing to college helps you to grow in so many ways, and helps to secure a decent future. It's a great idea, so don't let anyone slow you down or get in your way!
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Well, my freshman year of college I was an insturmental perfromance major in a music conservatory because they gave me a good scholarship. It was the wrong reason to go school, and I hated it. I ended up transferring (which is a horrible process) and I'm now a history major, which I love. When I decided to choose my major, I decided on something I was very interested in (history) and that required skills I have... reading, writing, research, etc. Making lists might help you- but chances are you know what you're good at. \n\nIf you are really undecided about what to major in, as in you don't even know what interests you, take curriculum made of up of general education credits- all liberal arts schools require a certain amount of "gen-ed" credit, and it allows you to take a wide variety of classes on different topics. You might find something that really interests you, and then you can look into futher pursuing it. Don't feel pressured to choose a major right away. Most people end up changing theirs at least once during college, if not more.\n\nIf you DO have an idea of what you might like to do, take a few entry level classes in that topic and see if it's still something you're into. Ask yourself "Can I handle the level of math/english/science I will need for this major? Am I interested in devoting the amount of time necessary in these areas to be successful, or would I rather spend my time on other interests?" \n\nIt is also useful to have a plan of what you might like to do after school. Do you want to go to grad school and continue your education? Do you want a job right out of school? This plan doesn't have to be hugely detailed, but it is good to have an ultimate goal as to what you want to do with your education. \n\nI hope that was helpful. I remember what a stressful time it was applying to schools as  senior. It sounds like you already have a good start by listing things, but don't feel like you have to be locked into one major for the entire duration of college.
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You might need to take a few undergraduate courses to meet admissions requirements but there should be no need get another bachelors.  Just check with the school you want to go to.
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Don't pick a minor yet.. just be thankful you know what you want to major in already! Many college students don't know that much when they first start. (I've changed mine twice and I;m a junior!) Just take basic freshman classes and English classes.. as you start taking basic classes like History, Psych, foreign language, etc, you will find what you like best.  I am a Spanish minor and I love it, by the way~! (just an idea;-)  well good luck!! have fun at college
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You only get a degree on the subject you are majoring in. You can get a degree in the "minor" that you have chosen, if you had earned enough credits on that subject. but then, that wouldn't be your "minor" anymore, would it?\n\nto answer your question, minor, i guess, is to show off how diversified your education has been. some people minor a language to get better chance to be employed in foreign companies or MNCs as well.\n\nim from hong kong btw. but education system is not so different as far as major/minor is concerned...i guess
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Academics are your first priority in school. Like it or not. Even at the college level, I had to keep a 3.0 minimum grade point average. If you can't dedicate yourself to your studies, then what is there to make the coaches think that you're going to dedicate yourself to your sport? Remember too that people who are on school teams are representing that school in all aspects, not just for the sport.
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Why don't you go talk to your advisor first to make sure you don't lose any of your credits you have taken in the first two years. I imagine you have been taking core classes which would apply to most majors. Secondly, why don't you look at a double major as a possibility. You can't have too much education. Remember that the "stuff" you watch on television such as "Sex in the City" is Hollywood made up stuff. It is not all that glorified and glamourour. We do need great reporters and writers but do NOT use Sex in the City for a guideline. You would be better off talking to a real journalist as to what to expect in your newly chosen major. Good luck to you and stay in College no matter what and get some sort of degree.
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A minor does not have to be related to the major at all.  It is a choice to have a minor, so you don't have to have one.  Having a minor is going to require that you have a certain number of credits in the field that you choose for your minor.  It generally looks good on job applications if your minor also relates to the job, but it isn't necessary.\n\nYou will want to check with the department at the school that you are going to to see if they have a minor available.  Most departments do, but not all.  They also vary with how many credits they require and what specific classes you will need to take, so be sure to look into that too.  \n\nAnother option is the double major, which can make more sense sometimes if there isn't much of a difference in the credits you need for the minor or for the major.  That looks good on an application and probably gives you a little more flexibility when choosing what field to go in after school.  Good luck.
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jesus christ, is that how you think?  i can't understand a thing you just said.  you may as well forget getting any A's in college unless you're a phys ed. major.  get ready to walk everywhere, pal.
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Hey,\n\nFirst of all, teaching is the greatest job in the world.  Despite the stresses that go with it, you're rewarded for your efforts every single day.  \n\nWhen I went through university, I did a double major with a minor.  My majors were Social Studies and English and my minor was History.  I currently teach English but, I'm finding it really easy to make my lessons cross-curricular.  This basically means that many of my English lesson plans have a historic background.  For example, I'm currently teaching "Julius Caesar".  It would be pretty difficult to teach "Caesar" without giving the students the background material and the history of Roman politics.  This also lends well to current political debates.  The key is to reinforce material they're learning in other subjects and I find that English class is an excellent place to do that .  Good luck.
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The way I understand it is you may take part in the graduation ceremony but you don't get a diploma or degree untill you have enough credits. You don't graduate early.\nWalking in the graduation ceremony doesn't mean you graduate early.How many people would finish the course if they already had a degree?