Should I get my GED or finish high school?
If you can finish high school, do so. It is easier in the long run. However, I dropped out of high school and earned a GED three years later after passing all of the tests.I was able to get some very good jobs and go on to college. By the way, I never attended community college. I went to Northeastern University and I make six figures now.I only faced one issue with the GED.Years ago I worked for a temp agency. They placed me at Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). The job there was to create a survey, create a way to report results of the survey, and then conduct the survey.My solution was to develop a database to capture data from the survey. The main form was the survey script which we used to enter data as we spoke to members (people who had BCBS insurance).Leadership at BCBS were very impressed. So much so, they extended my contract and my responsibilities there. The problem came from the temp agency. I received a call one morning from my rep who was furious with me. She said I lied on my application. They did not have a GED Yes/No field under education so I checked off Yes for high school diploma.My rep was threatening to fire me. I explained that a GED was the equivalent (which is what they tell you when you get one) and can produce a copy if needed. My rep refused to acknowledge that a GED is equivalent to a high school diploma.I spoke with my manager at BCBS. He vouched for me and the problem went away. They converted me to full time employee within two months.A lot of people get GEDs. The reasons why people quit school vary. There are options available to everyone for furthering one’s education, and a GED is one of several.That said, there is a stigma that goes along with the GED. If you go this route, my advice is find a way to get a college degree. Some people attend community college to earn the majority of their credits and then transfer to a private college or university. Some people earn their degrees in the community college. Some people join the military to earn their degrees. A minority of GED recipients get a degree abroad (Germany is one of many countries that offer free college tuition).
Can you get a GED and a high school diploma?
Yes but it's redundant and not necessary. My suggestion… instead go to community college and get your degree. You'll love college. I'll share a secret with you. I dropped out of school at the end of 8th grade. I got a GED at 18. I felt like a loser. They had a graduation. I didn't want to go. I felt embarrassed. A friend encouraged me so I reluctantly went. A young man got up to speak. He started his speech with, “4 years ago I sat right where you are…”. He got my attention at that point. He went on to say he now had a bachelors degree. And I heard nothing else after that. Those two short sentences inspired me. I realized I could erase my GED by getting a college degree. And so I did. In 1994 I managed my way into Florida State University and graduated with a 3.8 Gpa and a degree in Social Work. I vowed to pass on that young man's good deed helping others in go to college. So if you are the one who got the GED be proud and go to college. You will love it. If it is a child or friend go tell them you are proud of them and share this story with them then tell them you believe in them. Getting a GED means you were smart enough to not attend high school and still pass. So move on and don't stop there. Yes I secretly have many moments where I regret not going and wish I could go get a real HS diploma but then I remind myself that it was part of my journey. Had I not gotten a GED I could never have inspired People to go to college and not give up. So there you have it. Sometimes what people do isn't as bad as you think. Sometimes things that don't look good are a stepping stone to greatness. Because I was a High School drop out i went on to become a social worker, Teacher of ESL, A special Education Advocate and a college advisor. :) All the best to You on your journey. Whether this is for you or someone you love, I believe in you. (((Hugs)))
Should I demote myself to return to school?
Yes, definitely demote yourself. I am in a similar situation, worked all of my life, in retail mostly (I am in my 30s). I finally caught a break when I landed a desk job at a Community College, and they are giving me a free education. It was hard looking for a job completely out of my previous experiences, and ultimately I took a pay cut and have less hours than the jobs I had before. Previously I was working 50+ hrs a week managing restaurants and I was making a good wage, but there was no room to move up. Now I work in a Community College helping people graduate. I do plenty of research about graduation rates, and there have been many studies showing that even just having an Associate's Degree can add several thousand dollars per year to the average wage. So I say, go for it, but study hard and pick a major you have passion for. As for your essay, just explain to your superiors that getting a higher education can help you to be more productive and a better worker. I'm guessing if they offer tuition/fee reimbursement, then they value education.
Could I get a GED and go back to school to get my high school diploma?
I got my GED in 1970 after being kicked out for long hair…taking drivers training in the summer… so I could join an apprentice carpenter program only too find out I had to be 18 for insurance reasons. I didn’t want to flip hamburgers so I went ahead and enrolled for the fall and they had changed the dress code so I was okay. I got kicked out twice more too. Growing a moustache and then for not divulging a name of someone. I left my parents sitting in the principals office, hitch hiked into town and signed up for adult night school, I figured a regular diploma would be more accepted by employers so I also have a reg diploma. …and my room and board was paid for since I lived at home most of the time. I left home twice also but that’s different story, but related.
Can one get both a GED and a high school diploma?
Short answer - yes. However, if you are still in high school, many states do not allow you to get a GED (they want you to stay in school and get your high school diploma). If you already have a high school diploma, then you really do not need a GED.Here is a link to the state by state guidelines:GED Requirements By StateFYI - the GED is not that easy. It is surprisingly difficult (for a student who did not stay in high school and has to learn the content). On the other hand, getting a diploma from a high school in the USA is quite easy.
Should I get my GED rather than finish high school?
More than 40% of people who drop out of high school do it because they think the GED will be easier. The GED looks like a shortcut. And in a way, it is. In a 7.5 hour test you earn the academic equivalent of a high school diploma, which requires 1,080 hours of school per year.The academic standards required to pass the GED are higher than the standards required to pass high school (The GED Testing Service tests a sample of graduating seniors to confirm this). Still, whatever your reasons for dropping out of high school, passing the GED test can only provide the academic equivalent credentials.If you want to earn a GED so you can get into a four-year college later, keep in mind that college involves many hours of listening to lectures, participating in discussions, doing homework, presenting projects, and other school-related activities you can’t simulate in a 7.5 hour test. The GED Testing Service says that over 60% of recent GED recipients are currently enrolled in college. But having a GED instead of a high school diploma could affect how competitive your application is.A high school diploma can demonstrate several important qualities a GED can’t, such as:Commitment/perseveranceWork ethicSocial skillsHigh school is hardly the only place you learn these skills, but if you have a GED, you may have to draw on other experiences (such as volunteer work or a job) to demonstrate these qualities. A great application essay or interview becomes extra important.Still, the GED Testing Service claims that over 97% of colleges and employers accept a GED. So while dropping out to get a GED may not be a better option than finishing high school, it’s still certainly an option.I would recommend you carefully consider your reasons for dropping out and think about what those reasons might communicate to future employers or college admissions offices. If you want to get a GED because you think it will be easier, you’re perpetuating a stigma that GED recipients have to overcome.Starting college early could give you a leg up on “fixing your grades,” but if you never graduate high school and want to go on to a four-year college, you may have to fix more than your grades.
Can you drop out of high school in 9th grade and get a GED the same year?
HelloYou may take the GED if you are no longer in school and if you are 16 years or older. See FAQs Test TakerI have known students who have done this. Sometimes they have had to deal with a personal situation. This is the choice they and their family made.However, passing the GED test is not easy — it’s much easier and better to stay in high school and finish.Call 800-62-MYGED (800-626-9433) for:A referral to a local GED® preparation program or testing siteAn information brochureA self-scoring version of the practice testsLocating your state, province, or territory's contact person for GED® instructionWatch the video: What do I need to do to pass the GED® test?BTW, you can absolutely attend a Community College with a GED. They will help you find the right classes for you, probably offer free tutoring, and some will provide a high school diploma upon your completion of two years there.Good luck
I'm 19. Can I go back to high school?
I dropped out of high school when I was fifteen or sixteen, in the ending of my sophomore year. That was two or three years ago. Can I go back and get my diploma? I'm a little worried to be around people younger than me. Will I look like a loser who will finish high school at 21 years old?
How can 20 year old high school drop out get his high school diploma?
While it may not be possible for your boyfriend to return to his original school, he would definitely be able to earn his high school diploma online. Just make sure that you choose a regionally accredited school. That way, you know his diploma will be legitimate. Here is the website to a really good school called The American Academy- http://www.theamericanacademy.com. They are accredited, and it is self-paced, so if your boyfriend is working, taking care of kids (or whatever your situation might be), he can work on the classes whenever is best for his schedule. Good luck to you both, whatever you decide to do!
Can a 19 year old go back to high school?
I was homeschooled from 10th grade and up due to personal reasons, but around 11th grade, we had some family issues and the homeschooling was just pushed aside and forgotten about. I was supposed to have graduated in 2013 so it's been awhile, and I went to get my GED, but I passed all of them but math. Math has forever been my worst subject, I suck at it, I don't care for it, and I'll NEVER pass it. I've failed the math GED at least 7 times, and it got to the point where I had to wait several months before I could take it again, but I had said screw that and just dropped it all, so now if I went to take my GED, I think I'd have to take them all again. Honestly, there will be world peace before I come close to passing the math one. So now I'm considering just taking the easy way. I'm 19 and want to go back to high school, where i can just sit through 8 months of crap, get the diploma, and be done. I had an IEP and was in special Ed in school, and I know some places let you go back til your 21 if you were, which could possibly work since I'd be going back NEXT fall(Fall 2016) and would be graduating June 2017 right before my 21st birthday, so.....yeah Any advice would be nice. Thanks!