<p>Hey guys, I just started my junior year and I would really love to graduate this year because I am sick of high school and all the people in it. I just started independent study, and because they gave me an extra class I am gonna end the year with 190 credits. It takes 220 credits to graduate. So what can I do now to help me graduate early? I am gonna see if they can throw on one more class, but that only leaves me at 200 credits at the end of this year. Should I take some classes at the community college on weekends to get those 20 or 30 credits? How many classes do I need to get 30 credits at the community college? If there are other ways to get them please let me know.</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>Yes, try and take dual-credit/dual enrollment courses. I’m not sure how your school’s “credit system” works, so I really can’t say anything about that.
You should not miss this chance. But, you should have taken some dual-credit classes over the summer, before you started your junior year… that would’ve been a lot better.
I, too, am sick of high school and the people in it, and I mean SICK of it and them, but thank goodness I’m a senior. But, I should have taken dual-credit classes myself, which would have saved me from staying at the school for no more than 3 periods. :(</p>
<p>The amount of additional credits that you could acquire depends on your school’s policies and the classes that you opt to take at your local college. Some high schools grant credit to students who take courses through online programs or local colleges. However, it’s imperative that you confirm whether or not you would be able to transfer those credits. Also keep in mind that if you do enroll in college courses, the grades that you earn in those courses will go on your college transcript. Due to that, I recommend enrolling in courses that you have a genuine interest in.</p>
<p>If I were to do those dual credit college classes, how long would it take to get 30 credits. Could I do it by the end of this school year, because like I said this really sucks and I wanna get out.</p>
<p>Why graduate early?
Really, it’s meaningless, will hinder your college acceptances unless you are a super genius, and will hinder your social life.</p>