Why does it take so damn long to finish a degree?
341671
Because the man wants to keep you down !\n\n...not really, it's because they want to create a "well rounded person"...which appears to take some time.
793519
i don't think dental education is as demanding time-wise.\nlots of married people finish med school, though it is great stress.\nconsider the income difference of doctors and dentists for the rest of your life...
1025125
You can graduate faster than the usual time only if you have enough credits and the right courses.  Its probably possible to do it in a year less, but two is probably pushing it.  I've heard 6 years as well.  That said, if you don't well in some courses, it could end up taking 7 or 8 years.  And to do it in less time, you will have to work harder.  \n\nIf you aren't wanting to commit and sacrifice a couple more years for your carreer, maybe it isnt the right job for you?
976626
An associate's degree generally takes two years.
309852
Unfortunately our society values that piece of paper with the words Bachelors of xxxxxxx a lot, expecially when it comes to getting a job that pays salary and not by the hour. Colleges and Universities used to give all around education so that you can be knowledgeable person in lo of things.. but these days, you get very specialized education after 4 years... Get that paper degree... your bank account will love you for it.
551326
That depends on whether your getting an Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree. I'm currently going to nursing school and getting my Associate's which is 2 years (summer's off). The prerequisites took another year to complete. A Bachelor's Degree will take you at least 4 years.
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This question is really difficult to answer.  So much depends on what you want to do with your degree, your individual learning style, your ability to finance higher education, and your over-all committment to learning.\n\nMany public and private (both non-profit and for-profit) universities are moving courses, and sometimes even entire degree programs, into an online environment. Your whole educational process, from admissions through your terminal course work, is conducted via phone, fax, e-mail and the web. What a wonderful concept!\n\nBefore you rush off to enroll, however, stop a moment and consider whether or not virtual learning is right for you.\n*Is the class or program of study offered by an accredited university?\n*Does this university have a solid reputation in the field in which you will pursue your coursework or degree?\n*What sort of training do the instructors have?\n*How long will it take to complete a course or program of study?\n*Are all of the classes taught online or will you need to attend a real classroom some of the time?\n*Is the class taught in real-time (meaning you'd have to log on during specific hours/times/days), or is time management up to me?\n*How much will it cost me?\n*And, finally, is there any financial aid available to me?\n\nIf, after working through all of these questions, you find yourself fully satisfied with the answers, then the online course or degree program is probably a good match for you. If not, weekend or accelerated degree programs may be your answer. If all else fails, its time to sit down and rearrange your schedule and make time for the traditional graduate program.\n\nBest of luck to you!
521564
An Associate Degree is a college degree that on average takes two years to achieve. You get one from a Community/Junior College. An Associate Degree is less prestigious than a Bachelor's Degree (four years to achieve) or a Masters Degree.
306597
The time to graduate is not an issue.  There requirement is that you have a four year degree.  The requirement is not that you graduate in four years.
753183
A lot of people go to college straight out of high school because they think they have to or it will slip away. And alot of them get a degree in something they hate. If you don't know what you want to do. Don't waste time going to college yet.  Get out in the workforce and experience things.  Meet new people and talk to them about jobs they have. Save your money for college. Then when you know what you want to do, go to college if a degree is required.
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When you get out into the "real" world, and begin to develop a career, you will be starting from zero.  You will not have all of the subtle knowledge that involves your field of study until you actually get out there and practice it.  Rules change in the world over time, and your piece of paper, simply because you have one does not mean you will know more than someone who has no degree yet has worked in your field of study for many years.  A 4 year degree is not as prestigious as it used to be, if I were you I'd hang in there for a Masters.
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YES, there is a new one that lets you do this.  I found something out answering this.  you must have 2 years of college completed already, they will pay you full pay and benefits to go to college for up to 21 months and you must complete your degree at the end of that time (graduate or undergraduate)\n\nclick on options then click on the 2 year one at the bottom.
561179
Many community colleges, trade schools and universities offer distance learning courses that can be completed at home.  Many programs take as little as four months to complete and are extremely inexpensive.  \n\nI hope this helps!
373964
rule of thumb for an associate's degree is 2 years and a bachelor's is 4 years.  If you have a number of courses that carry credit already (AP or IB courses, or college credits you have done already), you may be able to cut that 4 years down - also, if you can afford to take classes in the summer too, you may be able to finish a bachelors in 3 or possibly even 2 1/2 years, if you pass out of some classes too and take an overload each semester.\n\nMost colleges have pretty strict restrictions about this, though, so I would expect that 3 years be the minimum you'd shoot for, and 3 1/2 being more likely.
30643
I have a BBA in business management from Morehead St. University. It took me 4 1/2 years to get it because this school only offers some classes you need in the fall and others in the spring. So if you miss taking a certain class you need to graduate in the spring then you have to wait around until NEXT spring to take it and graduate!
664266
to get the 'eff' out of there asap.  and get on to real learning. college didn't teach me shiiit.
499068
that takes 2 years of college, then 2 more years for BA, then 2 more years for Masters.