College conflict, help please.?
827238
The ACT is not "easier" because scores are still distributed and evaluated based on percentiles (usually adjusted yearly) -- the only way it could be "easier" is if less talented people took it but it was still given equal weight with the SAT. Since this obviously isn't the case you should take both and if you bomb one, submit only your score for the test you do well on. The tests -are- different and some do better on one than the other. So take the ACT and see how you do.
520843
Good luck with that one.  Try talking with a counsellor at the school you are planning on attending.
1048479
Let me ask you this, are you going to local college? Can you get a dorm? Alot of schools have programs w/ $$ assistance where you can get a dorm room too. I would def. look into removing yourself from the sittuation b/c then you could be better able to help them clean up their lives. If they are supporting you $$ you may need to gather up some family and friends and do some type of intervention. Know that thay will resent you for a while, but I'm sure the drugs&drinking are contributing to how they treat you. There are some great family couselors out there and many progs. to which your family would benefit. Things will prob. get worse b/f they get better, but hang in there.
435390
I think if at all possible you might have to get moved to a different dorm room. It sounds like you are living with a child personality. Unless his friendship means a lot to you, and unless you are willing to exhibit more patience and explain that you are on a budget and can't share food anymore and then stick to your guns, it sounds like it's time to move.
18698
call the school and ask them for clarification. policies vary by college so it is helpful to contact them directly.
166884
i have the same problem in college. Just tell yourself that if you get the work done now you'll have more free time for doing what you love. Keep the work done ahead of you.
545452
Your best bet would be to go see a counselor at the college you want to go to and see what they say. In some universities, all you really need is enough college hours on a junior college level to be able to get into a senior college. Good luck to you!
420914
Don't let the admissions person bully you around. It's all your decision. Tell this person straight up that you are going to wait.\n\nThat said I fully support going back to school! I understand if you're worried about the money though. Make sure you do start classes, sooner or later!
860323
My advice is not to plan out your entire future right now. When you get to college (and go anywhere you want--choose a place you like for lots of reasons, not just their psych department), try lots of things. You might find you like something else better.
481269
Why not just be an adult and ask the other set of parents?  Let's try to stop putting children in the middle of our quarrels.  It sounds like there is a bit of a feud going on here, so keep it off of school property.
898100
it seems like mom doesn't like the way you keep changing your mind - to go to school, not to go to school.  if she's paying the bill for college, she's probably afraid it's a waste of money.  why don't you talk to a college counselor and get some advice on what you you should major in.  it really does help if you get focused on what you would like to become.  it would also show your mom that you are very SERIOUS in what you are planning with your life; and, with or without her help, you will graduate college - and, if need be, get a part time job to prove to her that you mean business...and, the biggest part - REALLY MEAN IT!  Show her that you are mature enough and keep going to school, once you start, until you graduate.  then mom and you can look back on these days of undecided and laugh-knowing you made the right decision.  let me be the first to congratulate the college graduate (a little, premature, i know, but i bet you get there.)\n good luck!
990807
I have to agree with your friend. College is hard enough without having to deal with the drama of a relationship. Focus on your studies for now. Relationships come and go, but friends are friends for life. Besides, you may be surprised at what might come out of that freindship.
438253
The problem with deciding for her is that she may rebel.  If she chooses herself then she has to prove that it was the right decision.  If you choose, she can go about proving that it was the wrong choice.  She is more involved and committed if you let her choose.  It's not the end of the world.  She can change back later.  Art school graduates can do academic stuff in college.  She's not really deciding for the rest of her life.  They change their majors all the time.  My boyfriend calls it "malicious compliance" which is what you often get when you dictate something like this.
1065384
I think you should just talk to your parents about moving to the dorms. Maybe they will understand. Just tell them how you feel and that you want to be on your own and more responsible. Personally, I don't think college is the same if you live at home. You need to take care of yourself, experience more freedom, have more responsibility, and find out who you are for yourself!
801347
Make some lists...for and against each school.  Then think about living with your family...or living with your grandma....another list for and against.  Make sure you talk to your grandma about the  rules and expectations of her home.   Then talk to your mom again.   this is the first of many hard decisions you will have to make in your life...think also about what high school may look better to any college you are thinking of attending....Good luck.
464032
In our area we have the Kiwanis, Lion's Club, etc.  You might check with various "thrift stores", as they often are also sponsored (behind the scenes) by ministry- based services.  Also, you should have in you community, possibly even through the Adult Education portion of your college, an advocate for any "school" issues that arise.  If this does not work - do not be afraid to make an appointment to see the Dean of your University - explain the situation and I'll bet you get some answers and avenues real quick!  Have courage!
456623
You'll have to ask the college. Maybe the counselor.