Is class rank a good thing?
403483
It doesn't hurt- top 10% is great but try for at least top 1/2
622320
It's really fun. I just gonna tell u about my class. I'm an Accel student..,, where the junior high only takes 2 years. There r 12 studs. It's really tight because our scores must be not least that 75 and our final score must be above 70. If not, school gonna dropped us back to the regular class. Really hard huh? This term, is an eliminated term.. where maybe someone will get into regular class if necessary. I'm a bit afraid because my scores are getting lower. But I think I'm still gonna enjoy this class... ^^\nWell, even though it's hard, tight, no times 4 games, but I enjoy it a lot. Really. I like to learn. I don't mind even my times spend only for studying n not 4 playing games. Because I use my free times for playing violin... that's 'games' for me.\nEvery holiday, 12 of us usually go to cinema... this summer, our plan is playing paint ball, watch Pirates of d Carribean 2, and going to hospital for research... We r like best friend.. we share together... and there is closeness among us..  That's what I like about accel class. Because we only 12, so we are like family...\nThat's my school life in my SCHOOL.. in the country..,, I can't explain it because there's nothing special except the balance of spiritual lessons, character building, and knowledge..
438411
A lot of people believe in college rankings, which is what you'll find on the web.  Personally I think that rankings are overly simplistic and miss a lot of important information.  The most important ranking, however, is the US News & World Report list, (available on their website) which comes out every year.  They mess with their criteria every year just so they can print a new list and sell more magazines- it's really kind of a scam.  But from year to year, there are some schools which are consistently on top.  It also has a lot of statistical information on each school, which can be helpful in just finding out more about a place.\n\nAsk: Do the students have a lot of course choices?  Is the housing expensive?  Are the professors good?  Do the graduates get jobs?  Is there much diversity?  Is the school too big/small or too urban/rural for you?\n\nLet me give you a piece of advice, however.  Don't just rely on the web or statistics to give you information about colleges.  NOTHING can replace a college visit for giving you the feel of a place before you decide to apply there.  Second best would be to talk to people who are students there or recent graduates.  Most admissions offices can put you in touch with someone to answer your questions, and you can contact the admissions people through the university's website.
649261
Class formation is a side effect of capatilism that western culture has deemed acceptable.  There will always be some people with a ton of money who don't have to work, and those with little money that cator to the wealthy.  This is acceptable, because it is theoritically possible for anyone to become rich, given the appropriate invention idea, or business model.  It is this possibility that gives the people motivation to create something that will better the lives of as many people possible, and adds value to education.  When there are more products that better the life of the mass populous, the standard of living increases within that country or economic unit.  As long as there are some checks and balances, to prevent the rich from overusing or abusing the poor, like minimum wage/40 hrs a week in the USA, or whatever makes sense in other countries, then cpatilism is the best form of government anywhere.
348861
I learned a lot of things in my classes, some of which are not applicable to my occupation.  But there is more to learning in college than what you get in your classes.  Many of the lessons you learn, such as how to be away from home, can't be measured in your GPA.\n\nSpeaking of GPA's, I will say that it's good to get teh best possible grades that you can, but you should also strike the appropriate balance between formal education and your personal development skills.  I knew many people with 4.0 GPA's, but they were greatly lacking in social skills, for example.
254455
For large corporations, they will look at GPA. I know 2 HR recruiters who admit they look for 3.0 or higher. The reason they do that is because most college grads have very little work experience. Grades are the easiest determinant of achievement and self-discipline. Since you are very near 3.0, I think you'll be fine. However, if you are aiming for a large firm, like Fortune 500, you can leave out the GPA from your resume. If it's important to them, they will ask you verbally. However, if you interview well and have other relevant experience, that will usually top out. If GPA does get brought up, tell it to them. But this is the part where you need to be very observant. If the interviewer doesn't have a satisfied look on his/her face, you may have to add that you "had some difficult circumstances in Freshman year." If he/she looks fine, then don't say anything more.\n\nI wouldn't worry too much about GPA. If it comes up, then it does. Since this is your final semester, you need to concentrate on mock interviews, resumes, and company research. Good Luck!
740719
You're supposed to get good grades.  For them, that would be normal, and bad grades are not.
603277
Grades are very important at this time of your life. Good grades means more opportunities and scholarships. Gives you a good headstart in life too. Study hard.
203841
Make sure the class is Politically Correct.  Everything else is a distant second.\n\nDo I sound cynical?  I am!
529811
depends on what level..for H.S., the FFA, in college, the Greek system has many good organizations, both social and honors.
155031
They care less about grades. devote yourself to something you love and maintain balance in your life. If you have exceptional skill, attitude and charism you'll easily be accepted. It's not about grades, its about applicability in that level.
888575
Good colleges that are hard to get in  look mainly for a good grade point averages, excellent participation in some kind of extracurricular activity and also seeing if the student has a planned goal for their future.  For regular colleges, you just need a good grade point average so that you can get scholarships to pay for college.  I think a grade point average is mainly for getting scholarships although your GPA can get your foot in the door to a good college, just remember do a little bit of everything and you should be fine.  Getting into any college really depends on your goals.  For example you may want to go to a community college so you will save more money or have time to think about your career path, etc.
109485
It depends.  If you choose the low cost but not that high standard med school but if your grades are very high that will matter more than getting average or low grades in a high cost high standard med school.  Experience and grades I believe matter more than how prestigious the med school is.
323284
I would start by...I enjoy your class, but I would like it even more if...critism is better taken when highliting something good and offering a sugestion about how to improve, saying "you suck" doesn't help much.
886205
No.  A lot of the good information is given on the last day, sometimes even hints on questions.  If you attend the class it'll be more benefitial than anything.
72774
Yes, i think people who have a 2.0 GPA or lower do work an after school job because i work with some people who have a really have bad grades but don't really care, but people with a 3.0 and higher have a more chance to have a job than a person who has a 2.9 and lower.
426604
Our system is capitalism.  That means you have more money if you rise.  You earn more.  Which means you can drive a car with air conditioning, your kids can go to the doctor when they are sick and you can afford the medicine prescribed, your spouse can stay home with the kids instead of day care, you can have vacations, high speed internet, digital camera, cotton clothes, warm water out of the tap, and the finer things in life.  People who want those things will try to rise...because of the economic and social advantages.  The idea here is equal OPPORTUNITY.  Everyone has the chance to work hard, or not.  Your results will be partly based on your effort, just like grades.  Trying for an 'a' is not doing anything bad to the other students who may only be trying for a 'c'