It might be a major requirement or an elective gone wrong, but we've all found ourselves in a course that's just too difficult. Whether you decide to drop it or stick it out, there's nothing like the feeling of being completely lost in a class. If you think you might be in one right now, here are 17 signs you're in a class that's way over your head:
1. The professor leads with, “I know most of you have a solid background in this subject already…”
Wait what? no...
2. There’s assigned reading for the first day you didn’t do.
Please don’t look at me, Professor.
3. You don’t understand the title of the required text.
The Paradigm of Mercantilism in 16th Century Europe… huh? LOL?
4. There are “suggested” texts for better comprehension.
I "suggest" you tell me if this will be on the test or not.
5. The syllabus reads like Apple’s Terms and Conditions.
This is cruel and unusual punishment.
6. You dread going to this class more than usual.
What impossible topic will we cover today? I'll probably be on Twitter.
7. Your classmates sigh when you raise your hand to ask another question.
I’m sorry, but can you explain that one more time? Don't you roll your eyes at me!
8. You don’t even know what you don’t know.
On second thought, can you just repeat all of it from the beginning?
9. You can’t do the homework without online “help”.
This is why god made Wikipedia, Wolfram Alpha, and Chegg.
10. The professor suggests you come to her office hours on a weekly basis.
It still doesn’t make any sense but thanks. Also, thank you for your glaring vote of confidence.
11. The TA takes pity on you and cuts you some slack on grading.
Look I circled D but then I erased it, I actually do know the answer.
12. People avoid looking at you when it comes time to pick partners for the group project.
I’ll bring snacks if you let me join your group! A for effort, right?
13. All your friends know about the class because you complain about it incessantly.
But guys, the tests aren’t even curved! DO YOU UNDERSTAND?
14. Your parents become more concerned about your studies after finding out your midterm grade.
Yes mom, I already tried making flashcards it didn’t help. Let's just let life take its course.
15. You’ve given up hope for a decent grade; you just want to pass.
Yass, a C+! *tears up*
16. You think everything finally makes sense until you get the final exam review sheet.
I’ve never seen this s*** in my life. *looks around to see if anyone else is hella confused*
17. You don’t even bother studying for the final.
LOL
If this looks familiar, you're probably in a class that's way over your head. Hang in there, you'll get through it. May the curve be ever in your favor.
