I’m starting to wonder if college is right for me. After a gap year where I worked full-time, I began my journey in community college, but it already feels overwhelming. In high school, I struggled with mental and physical health issues, which led to an IEP and a 504 plan. My junior year was completely […]
Is it acceptable to be unemployed while in college? I want to clarify that my college expenses are fully covered by student aid grants, so I won’t have to deal with student loans. I attend classes daily, just like in high school, and I maintain good grades. However, some people around me believe I should […]
The sheer panic that hits when the professor asks us to find groups of four is real. Here I am, in my sixth year of college and third year of grad school, and I still can’t handle group settings. I can manage group work when it’s assigned, but this semester has turned into a nightmare […]
Funding College Education My child is set to graduate high school with an AA degree and a state scholarship covering 100% of tuition and some fees. They plan to attend an in-state university and live in a dorm. After applying the state scholarship and the maximum loan amount they can access ($5,500), there will still […]
Subject: Seeking Guidance on Getting My Federal Pell Grant Reinstated I’m feeling really frustrated at the moment and could use some advice. We’re almost halfway through the semester, and a few weeks ago, I visited my advisor to discuss dropping a course. I specifically expressed my concerns about the financial implications and the possibility of […]
I skipped a year of high school, and I’m heading to college this fall! I’ll be seventeen for most of my freshman year, and I can’t help but feel a bit anxious about how others might perceive me. I know it’s a bit silly, but I worry that people will see me as just a […]
Looking for Summer Housing Options in New York Hi everyone! I’m reaching out for some advice on how to spend my summer break in New York. Unfortunately, I can’t go back home due to some personal issues, and I’ve found summer classes at my college to be extremely pricey. I’m really looking for alternatives but […]
I’m feeling anxious about possibly failing this term, and the thought of being placed on academic probation or losing my scholarships is really concerning. I experienced a significant mental health crisis this term that resulted in a hospital stay. While I felt better the following week, this past weekend was particularly overwhelming, and I’ve fallen […]
Should I Consider Medical Withdrawal? Hi everyone, I’m reaching out for some guidance. I’m a senior set to graduate this semester, but I’ve been struggling with my mental health lately in ways I can’t fully understand. I’ve always been an honor roll student, but now I’m failing all my classes. I can’t tell if it’s […]
Should I keep my old notebooks? It’s been three years since I graduated, and I still have most of my college notebooks. I work in my field of study and am contemplating pursuing a master’s degree in a related area. However, I’ve never pulled these notebooks out of my closet for reference, which suggests they […]