how much harder if any is college as opposed to high school???
371119
Academically, college is not much harder than high school, and the social atmosphere is usually more casual. The main difference is that you MUST use self discipline to get your work accomplished. There are no teachers looking over your shoulder--the responsibility of meeting the expectations of your classes is yours alone. Informal figures say that up to 25% of any freshman class will be in danger of flunking out within the first quarter. That is not because the curriculum is significantly more difficult, instead, it is because students have a hard time concentrating on studies when there is no monitor on when and how hard they will study. The personal freedom to choose your actions (and not having Mom riding you to get your homework done) can be a challenge!
647688
that depends on 3 things:\n1. the country in which you studied high school and the country you'd be transferring to to study college\n2. both schools and the whether or not they let their students be in control of their work load and stuff like that; how they operate...\n3. yourself...if you really like what you're studying in college, and if you know yourself enough to give you just the right amoung of work load then you won't be having a hard time in college
430682
It can be done, life does not end with high school. ;)\n\nYou'll have to set a certain amount of time aside for each subject (study & homework), play only one sport (each season) because more than that will not give you time for anything else.  \n\nYou may, or may not, have homework on weekends.  Either way, before going to hang out, do some studying (each weekend has 48+ hours minus sleep).  \n\nYou are feeling overwhelmed now because it IS the end of the year - and there is a lot of pressure associated with that.  \n\nYou'll be fine, many others have managed to juggle their studies, their chores, sports, family and friends, and you will too!\n\nCongratulations on your up-coming graduation.
90095
I think colleges tend to be more private, more focused on a particular form and discipline of study, where universities are generalized to many study programs.  Some colleges tend to be smaller, while university tends to be quite large.\n\nI think your analogy runs true in the US as well
582021
The hardest years of school is 11th grade, its the most important if you want to go to college.
318598
College is awesome. Don't get scared. It's nothing like High School. There is more freedom to do things(depending on school selection). I'm sure you'll find people who like the same things you do. I hardly ever see anyone who I went to High School with, but it's in college where you will find colleges and friends for life. You are around people who are over the age of 18 (not like high school, where majority of them are under 18 and immature.) You'll do fine. However, there are some people who get homesick if they are away from their hometown. But I wouldn't know that feeling, b/c I was out of my parents house the weekend I turned 18. I started college at the age of 22, and was out on my own anyway. Keep focused on your school, college rocks and there is usually parties all the time. Be paticular about who you choose as your peers. Be strong, if you can't make it through the life of college...you won't ever make a good paycheck....just kidding, but seriously...life will be harder if you can't even survive college. You will go through a lot and exerience a lot, and depending on how much you have already been exposed too....you will see and meet new and interesting people and maybe even a soul mate. Good Luck!
103355
Average time would be 4 to 5 years after high school.  Faster than that would be very difficult unless you are a super student and devote all your time to it and have no other life.
7296
The most difficult thing about attending school in the USA is the peer pressure to do other things besides the actual schoolwork.  If you can overcome that, the schools are excellent and you should have no trouble getting a degree.  If you'd rather go out with your friends and drink, versus study for that exam, then your grades will likely reflect that choice.
917488
I would say it would be easier to just sign up and take the ged in your area.  if you're worried you won't remember all the math and stuff you need to know, then your local bookstore should have a ged prep book.  that way you can brush up without having to actually go to the ged classes.  i'm not sure how the at home high school diplomas work, but each state has different requirements for high school graduation so i wouldn't trust it.  if you are thinking of going onto a community or technical college neither one would give you an advantage over another and at a 4 yr school the ged might actually help you qualify for more schloarships for "non traditional" students.  good luck
399256
College is not harder, it's just more freeform.  Instead of focusing your whole time just trying to make grades, homework, and exams, you're pretty much on your own.  Instead of having 'getting into college X' by taking courses A, B, C in a set path, you choose your courses and your direction in life.  Instead of having a counselor plan everything out for you, you must find inner motivation to succeed and find your place in life.  It's more job oriented and you'll meet people with different tastes, backgrounds, and cultures than your old neighborhood.\n\nWhy might this be harder you ask?\nBluntly put, it's your LAST CHANCE to make mistakes and use some trial and error, because after this you're getting sent to the REAL WORLD.\n\nWhat classes you take doesn't change much, if you go to a good college you'll be challenged regardless.
113755
It depends.  If you have financial contraints to go to college, you might have to work before going to college.  If you can afford it and want to go to college, it's better to go straight to college from high school so you're not distracted by anything else.  Procrastination can prevent you from finishing college.
607326
There's really nothing to be worried about, friend. It's more a learning experience outside of the classroom than inside. As long as you're not afraid of learning you have nothing to fear from college. Just keep an open (but discerning) head on your shoulders and you'll do great. I should know, I've been in 'college' for almost ten years now.
1005511
Middles school isn't that hard....your a little young for a boryfriend..(i'm turning 15 in July and my mom STILL won't let me have a boyfriend)...kinda ridiculous, but 12's a lil young...As for the school part, middle school isn't that hard. That hard crap starts in highschool.
467781
I took  both AP and honors  classes all through school  and no it  dosent help at all.  The  work in college is easier but its the challege of mangeing your life ooutside of the classroom  and  the sheer volume of course work you have to do in college that makes it so hard.  The only thing that really helps is  good time mangment skills.
309168
When you say adult school, do you mean to get your GED? cause there is a big difference between a GED and High school diploma. Finishing highschool would definitely be a plus, but not for everyone. My brother just got so far behind cause of my sister, that he doesn't feel comfortable in school anymore. Now he's going for his GED and I think he's doing the right thing.
405611
College, in general, is harder than high school.  That's because, the more you learn, the more complex it gets.  Also, in college, the professors expect you to take more personal responsibility for your learning than your high-school teachers did.\n\nIt's true that having difficulties with your mental health can affect your performance in college, just like they can affect any area of your life.\n\nIn addition, sometimes what makes college hard is if you have too much going on in other areas of your life at the same time.  For example, many people struggle with working full-time and going to college full-time.
837786
In my opinion, the real world is harder than college, but maybe I was just better able to deal with the stress when I was younger!  Actually, I think it is a different type of stress - homework, term papers, exams, etc.  Those who are good at managing their time tend to do better and get less stressed.  Older students often make better students because they appreciate what an education can get you, and they don't do stupid things like stay out all night partying and getting drunk instead of studying.