Some people say going to college cannot stand in the way of your success, others thrive on the idea that without a college degree, your successes in life are less important. Notwithstanding, others have coined their definition of success to suit their goals, and it has worked for them. Lets’ know about Did Drake Go To College?
No. Drake did not go to college. According to Wikipedia, Drake attended the Forest hill collegiate institute where he described his graduation as one of the greatest feelings in his life on Twitter. “97% on my final exam. 88% in the course. One of the greatest feelings in my entire life. As of tonight, I have graduated high school!”. This was before he dropped out of Vaughan Road Academy in his teens, to focus on his music and acting career. He also stated that while in high school, he was being bullied for being black and Jewish.
In 2012, the Canadian rapper was in an interview with Heeb magazine, he spoke about being called a “schvartze”. This Yiddish word is known for its demeaning interpretation of “black”. This did not deter the young money rapper in any way, as he continued making music and detailing his experience in his songs.
Did Drake get good grades?
Well, according to his tweet above. I would say yes. Getting a 97 on a final exam is equivalent to getting an A. So, not only did he achieve his dream of graduating high school, but he also graduated with excellence.
Why didn’t Drake go back to college if he was already successful?
A person’s definition of success varies. Indeed, he has been successful in his music career, but did he also want to have a successful academic career? Definitely. This must-have spurred his decision to get a high school diploma. Although, we may never tell what the Canadian rapper has up in his sleeves next.
Is going to college a big deal?
When it comes to academics, everything is a big deal. The average time a student spends in college is about 3-6 years, so earning a certificate and fulfilling all your rights as a student should be a big deal. It is not an easy feat.
What are the criteria for getting into college?
Every college has a criterion akin to their academic course. Notwithstanding, here are some general things to note in your goal to attain a college degree;
- Courses and grades
- Letter of recommendation/reference letter
- Personal statements
- Area of interest
- Extracurricular activities
- Test scores
Course and grades
Your courses determine your academic continuity. For instance, if a science student in high school wants to do art in college, he/she would have to relearn a whole lot of things. On the other hand, your overall grades certainly influence your choice of education/university. Ivy League students are known to have one of the best grades and this is because of their foundational grades in high school. So if you’re thinking of getting into the “big shots”, you have to up your game.
Letter of recommendation
Recommendation letters are used in qualifying a person for a position. E.g prospective students, employees, etc. There are also called “reference letters” because they assess a candidate’s ability to fit into the specified organization or academic structure, as well as their character. No college wants a student who will taint the reputation of her school.
Personal statements
This involves your strengths, weaknesses, reasons for wanting a position, job experience, and everything needed to amplify yourself for a role. It is just like blowing your trumpet, to help achieve your goals and aspirations for a prospective role.
Area of interest
This section describes your likes and what you enjoy doing best. Your area of interest should be remotely related to the course you you are applying for. This sort of gives an edge to your profile and shows a certain level of determination in your application.
Extracurricular activities
Now, this is where scholarships come into play. It is no news that students who have excelled in a particular category like sports, music, theatre, and other extracurricular activities have a high rate of getting into college with scholarships. Colleges take into account the roles you have played in these activities and weigh your commitment, to access your level of importance in their academic calendar.
Test scores
Some colleges require specific tests for candidates to undertake before their applications can be scored. Having a distinguishable test score can increase your chances of admission in a lot of ways. In other cases, a high test score can give you an edge and thereby raise your chances of being considered by other top colleges, in the aftermath of applying for more than one.
Conclusion
Whether you are thinking of going to college or not, the choice is yours. Always remember that you create your own path for yourself by the decisions you make or the decisions you did not make. Drake might not have gone to college, but we can clearly see his impact in his area of specialization; music. Think about what you want to do carefully and be committed. There is really no limit to what you can achieve if you put your heart to it.