at first. i mean, trying to find where you fit into the bigger picture. my first year i got a letter after second semester from the dean's office. the letter stated to get with it or get out. fortunately, i was catching up fast and completed second year at top of dean's honor list. if your son is really trying and wants college, he will get it. give him some time to get in the college groove. if on the other hand, he's not interested in college, put a fork in it and find something he is interested in. after all, college does not teach one how to be enthusiastic 