Graduating from high school early a disadvantage?

M_s_Mom
Fri, 21 May 2010 18:47:58 +0000

“S is likely going to a state school, nothing fancy…”

Amarkov, he’s not applying to “all top colleges.” Moreover, all top colleges are not looking for cookie-cutter demonstrations of academic commitment: Your grades and recommendations will tell them if you are academically a fit with their program. The more important question is what you plan to do with the remaining time. Earning money so you can afford to go to college shows commitment. Pursuing an academic or EC passion full-time likewise shows commitment. Sounds like Susanr64’s son isn’t wasting his time.

Like Susanr64, I’d want a much clearer explanation from the counselor as to why this would be a problem.