Should i go to CU Boulder ?

fauve
Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:20:17 +0000

College classes are harder and less supervised than HS. You will have to do tons of readings, write papers, and show up for exams totally prepared, without a teacher nagging you to do it. Do you think you are motivated and self-disciplined enough to handle all the work?

There will be temptations every night of alcohol, drugs, and girls. Plenty of bros will be living the hardcore party life, and will flunk out in a semester or two. Do you have the strength to say no to some fun and go to the library to work? At a big school like CU there will be no one to urge you to do homework and pass classes.

You need to read carefully the curriculum requirements for your chosen major, there may be two years of general classes before you even get to your main interest. The doubts you have now about your readiness to succeed at college are red flags. To do well in school you will need huge motivation and self-control. If you aren’t ready for the commitment, work a few more years until you know you are ready, willing, and able to succeed.