Is it weird to start college in the winter?

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I started both my community college experience and university experience during winter quarters instead of starting in the fall. I started community college in the winter because I finished my GED late in the summer and didn’t have time to take the placement test for fall. I then started university in the winter because I had two classes to take at community college in the fall in order to complete my transfer degree. It seems that most students start in the fall, so I feel like its weird to start in the winter.

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Most people start in the fall but do whatever works best for you.

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Fall is the most popular time to start but it’s not something to delay starting your time at university for. Plenty of people start in winter and spring each year.

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As long as class availability and sequencing of classes isn’t an issue at the school, then starting on the winter isn’t typical but works. As long as it works, it isn’t that weird.

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I agree that sequencing of classes might be a small issue - you might just have to take some electives or gen ed requirements unless you have credits that transfer over. Also housing could be an issue if you have to move to your new school. You might have to find a sublet for the semester, but they are always out there with students dropping out or going abroad to study. But otherwise you should be fine.

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Most schools from preschool through college start in the fall. That is the standard through high school. College also follows the traditional pattern. However, classes end at the end of the term and new classes are scheduled. There is nothing wrong with starting in the winter term. Everyone is registered in new classes with modest overlap in class rolls.

So, you wont be noticed if you dont bring newness up. Ask questions generally. If you are a commuter student, for example, and those students have designated lockers, study room, meeting place, and so on, you will be noticed. Ask questions, including if you could join the group. You will be special for only a few days if you jou in.

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