Why I Chose To Enter College

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After I graduated high school, my academic skill levels were not ready for me to enter college. I failed all of my replacement tests and have to take the lowest level of English courses along with other subjects. It took me about two years to finish all of my English classes in college. At the same time, I was shuttled back and forth between work and school to pay for my expenses. It was hard to stay focus in school while working, but at the same time, I didn't know what I want for my future. I worked for many small businesses and different fast food restaurant. In one of that job, I was inspired by my boss and became interested in the business field. I felt related to him in many ways. Besides the fact that he was also an immigrant and because

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