Going to a college, university, or vocational institute can be part of a process that moves you toward meaningful employment and social interaction. Applying for and getting accepted into school can take weeks or months, so you will need to be patient.

If you are unsure about how going to school will affect your health, you may want to choose a course schedule that makes it easy to maintain your drug regimen and start by taking one course or going part-time.

You will need to:   decide which school(s) offers the courses or degree that you want take standardized tests required for admission apply for admission apply for financial aid select and register for classes

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Whether you are returning to school after a long absence or going to school for the first time, attending, participating, and preparing homework for classes can be challenging. The following are some ideas that might make this transition easier.

		Use the school's student services or talk with your academic advisor if you are having a problem
		Consider studying with someone to help get through class material
		If you don't understand class material, speak directly with your professor
		Complete your assignments on time and come to class prepared
		Have paperwork completed and in your possession when dealing with administrative obligations
		Talk with other students about how to cope with the multiple demands of school, work, and family
		Don't let age difference become a barrier: your life experiences are rich gifts