Will I be able to attend Community College?

Question

I had all F's for the two and a half years that I went to High School, I was more into messing around and hanging out with my friends instead of school.

I just took my GED test, didnt even study for it and I passed it the first time. Will I be able to attend Community College? Thanks.

Answer 1

You will be able to get in with your GED, but keep in mind that you will actually have to WORK. You'll realize that as soon as you get the first bill.

Answer 2

You probably will be able to enroll since most CCs require a HS Diploma or GED.  

Answer 3

Yes, you can get accepted with your GED.  You will have to take an entrance test which will help to determine which levels of the required courses you will need.  Since you had Fs, it is likely you will be put into basic level (100 level) courses (think math, english).  This may be very helpful for you, so you can get some of the material you may have missed in high school. Be aware that college requires a lot more work and effort on your part.  No professor is going to hover over you.  Think of this as a fresh start and a way to get to the life you want to live.  Good luck!

Answer 4

Emm's pretty right.  In my area, SAT scores were used to help determine which classes you started in.  If your scores were high enough, you could be exempt from taking the tests to see if you needed the basic level classes.  Community colleges are a great way to get back on track (and obviously to get degrees), so you can wipe your slate clean if you plan on trying for a 4 year college later on.  Good luck!

Answer 5

Probably.  Most accept GEDs.  I went to a community college my first year and they accepted pretty much anyone willing to give them money.  Our joke was all you have to have was a pulse to get in.