<p>Hello. I am almost 21 years old. I graduated high school in June of 2009. From September 2009- June 2011 I attended my local CC. I didn't earn my associates degree though. (I was way off because I changed my course of study) I wanted to get out of my house as soon as possible because I was sick and tired of my house, family, and town. I transferred to a four year college that was five hours away. I did one semester (Fall 2011) and decided to drop out after the semester was over, and go back home because I was very unhappy where I was.</p>
<p>I am not the greatest student. I slacked off a lot in high school. In CC I didn't do as well as I could have because I skipped classes several times, dropped a few classes, and failed one. (I know it was my fault.) I didn't do so well at the four year school either. I was so miserable that I stopped caring. I passed everything (two B's a C+ and a D). </p>
<p>I know I could to better in school. I have such a hard time getting started on assignments, staying focused, and paying attention in class. The littlest things distract me, and I'm so restless. I jump from one thing to the next. (It has always been like that for me) I was thinking about finishing my degree online, but with my attention problems, I don't think that is a good idea. Besides, I think I would do better face to face with classes like math and English. (my weak subjects)</p>
<p>Now that I have been home for a little over a month, I have a huge desire to get back into college. I want to go to a different school than the two I have attended. I just don't know if I should go back just yet (for the Fall) or wait a whole year. I don't want to make the same mistake I did before. I want to be happy with the school I choose. I would like some advice on what I should do. Should I research schools (more in-depth than the one school I looked at and attended for the Fall of 2011)? Should I talk to a counselor and/ or my mom? Will colleges even give me a chance knowing I would be transferring schools a second time? My overall GPA isn't terrible, it isn't as good as I know it could be. Or should I just finish the two year degree at the CC? I want to avoid that if possible. I want to get more experience away from home in a new situation. Goodness knows, I need to gain social skills. </p>
<p>Any advice would be greatly appreciated! I can't sleep because I get so anxious thinking about it. I am probably over thinking this whole thing. If I could re-do my college career, I would (as long as I would know what I do now). Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post! Who ever got through that long winded post gets a cookie! Haha!</p>