text: You are very young.  There is plenty of time for you to develop a skill that does not rely heavily on "academic" subjects.\n\nDo you have any hobbies?  Almost any hobby can lead to a career, if you think creatively about it.  If you have any talent for music or art or athletics, there are careers in those fields.  Do you make things?  Could you develop a skill there, and become a master craftsman or related professional?  Do you have a good eye for a bargain, and could make your way as a buyer for a shop?  There are thousands of careers that do not rely on an academic degree, and the advantage is you get to start earlier than those who must slog through four years of college.  \n\nYou need to be able to assess your strengths and weaknesses, your likes and dislikes, as honestly as possible.  I strongly recommend you get a copy of "What Color is Your Parachute?" to do this self-analysis.  A second-hand one will do, as it does not need to be the most current one.  You are too young to be actively seeking employment yet.  But it will get you thinking about what you can do, and channel your energies into developing what you do best.\n\nGood luck!  And if you find you are a competent sculptor or designer, and start making dolls for a living, let me know.  I'd love to be one of your first customers!