4 College Questions You’re Afraid to Ask

It’s normal to have plenty of questions when entering a new phase of your life, such as college. You're probably thinking about tons of things and wondering how your university experience would go. First, let us tell you that the thoughts in your head are all valid. And that the college questions that would come out of them are relevant and need to get answered right away to ease your uncertainties.

To help make things a bit easier for you, we compiled a list of the most common college questions with their answers. We hope these can help remove your doubts and make you feel more excited about your upcoming college journey. On that note, let's start.

"What If It's Too Expensive?" / "Baka masyadong mahal?"

While college tuition fees aren't cheap in general, there are plenty of public universities all across the country that offers theirs at a lower price and with flexible payment terms. You can also avail of student assistance programs to help you keep up with the college fees.

"Is It Hard To Make Friends?" / "Mahirap ba makahanap ng barkada?"

No, not at all. In fact, there are more opportunities to make friends in college than in high school. You can meet new people in your classroom, dorm, school clubs, internships, and even in a fraternity or sorority. And since you'll be spending a lot of time with your fellow college newbies, who may still be socially awkward, use this opportunity to make the first move and start a potential friendship with them.

"Can I Transfer to a Different University?" /  "Pwede ba lumipat sa ibang school?" 

Yes, you may transfer to another college as long as it is within a certain period prescribed by your current university. But regardless of the reason for your desire to shift to a different school, it's recommended to really think about whether the move will be worth it or not. You can spend a few weeks to an entire semester deciding whether you've had enough of your current college situation. And while you’re trying to come up with a decision, start looking for other colleges that you think may offer the things you are looking for.

"What Happens If I Fail a Class?" / "Paano kung bumagsak ako?" 

Try your best not to have failing grades because low remarks in college could cost you your scholarship or varsity status. But if it's too late and your professors have already informed you about your grades, then it would be the perfect time to use your school's resources to get your scores back up. If your college offers it, make sure to avail one-on-one tutorial services with your professor, so you can work on the subjects you struggle with a lot. Having a talk with your teachers or counselor is recommended so you can discuss the most probably because of your poor academic performance.  

Final Words

Asking college questions is normal and should be encouraged for all upcoming students, as it will help ease your doubts and prepare you for any issues you might face.

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