Gone back to college later in life?
957872
I have. I'm 36 years old and in the middle of my senior year at SFSU. At first I though I would be a minority but there are plenty of people my age and over enrolled in classes. The younger students love to hear our responses in class especially when we ar speaking from past experiences. The instructors love to have older students in class because they say it gives a more mature atmosphere to class discussions.
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You can go part time, or full time. And you'll be surprised at the number of "older" students you see in your classes! In fact, some schools offer special programs specifically for older students. It may be worth it to ask about them when you call the admissions office.\n\nMost students pay for their education through a combination of loans and school given, need-based aid. You'll fill out a form called a FAFSA (you can google this), which is sent to the schools you're applying to. They use it to calculate your aid.\n\nI highly recommend that you go to a reputable, brick and mortar campus. Most employers frown on the online programs. Yes, there are some reputable online programs (those tied to real, brick and mortar campuses), but online schools are remarkably expensive. With a 14 month old at home, cost must be a factor, so I don't recommend an online program for you unless you absolutely, positively can not attend classes in person.\n\nIf you attend a bachelor's degree granting school, you can save money, and get a great education, by attending your local state school. As an in-state student, you're already paying lower tuition.  This may be an option for you, and you can start there.  \n\nHowever, many students of your age chose to attend a school that will grant them an Associates Degree after two years of study. They then go on for their Bachelors Degree, if they feel it is necessary. \n\nThe best place to get an Associates is at your local community college. They are amazingly cheap, you don't have to take any sort of test to get in, and the education offered is a fantastic value.\n\nIf you chose to go back to school, and your goal is to make more money than you are now, try to major in something career-focused - something that, once you graduate, you can get a job in that field without needing additional education.
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I SEE MYSELF OUT OF COLLEGE AND WORKING MAKING GOOD MONEY..THAT IS GREAT YOU ARE WORKING TO TOWARDS YOUR GOALS .. IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO DO THAT.. GOOD LUCK
35657
I loved going to college.  It was truly the best time of my life and would love to do it again one day to get another degree.  School can be a lot of fun if you make it that way.  In high school, I really wish I would have applied myself more.  Yeah, school is hard but it is worth it when you get older.  If there was a way that adults could take high school over again, I would sign up in a minute.  I would take all the classes that would better prepare me for things and apply myself more.
32678
College is very important for ever grade schoolers. In the near future society is going to tell us that we can not do anything or we are not smart unless we have a college degree. Think beyond the degree though. 2 year, 4 year, masters, docotorine. You do not want to be in a situation where to are 30 or older going back to school getting a degree for the first time or getting a second degree becasue you chose something that sounded good at the time. I am in 2 different colleges at the same time, and have been to a total of 3. I see people that are in their 50s and 60s going to school again. Get the education as soon as you can then when you are 50-60 you will be the boss of a fortune 500 company.
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I am 41 and just graduated from community college with honors as well, a 3.9 GPA.  I am transferring to a 4-year college in Fall 06 to get my BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) in Communication Design.  I think the older you are the more you know what you want to do and will be more serious about it.  When you're young, you don't know where you're headed or what you want to do (not typically anyway).  I've enjoyed it a lot more this time around.  You're only as old as you feel!!
1174142
come back in 4 years when you are 16
1014771
As Ann Landers used to ask....how old will you be if you DON"T go back to college?
895501
I went back to get my bachelors when I was 34 , had three part time jobs and a child.  I got a much better job.  Three years after I graduated I went back and got my Masters Degree and a very large raise.  (4K per year).  I now teach college and the first thing I tell my older students is I sat where you are sitting and I can tell you that its worth every moment and every sacrifice.
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Never too late, I'm 36 and just went back to school online. There are some good colleges online and it makes it a lot easier in everyday life to be able to sit down at your computer and take classes.  Check into it.
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After you graduate from college and have a job.
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Older students do have a different situation in college.  First, it sounds like you are not spending a lot of time at college because of working too.  That will keep you out of the mainstream of students.  Students usually associate with those they see and learn to be around.  Those they do not know, especially older ones are often ignored or can be left out of activities.  If you want to be involved you have to be there with others.\n\nNow as for school itself, college is harder for people on the go and trying to make a living too.  You need to use strict rules for prioritizing your time.  Allow ample time for study.  Concentrate on getting your degree above all other things except losing family or friends!  After you get your degree, you need to decide if you want to get a different Assoc. Degree or continue your current topic.\n\nIf you want to stay with driving a truck then look for ways to use your new earned degree as a side line hobby type job.  If you want to move on to another type of job, then you need to continue your education and find a job related to your degree(s) or go to a different subject for your degree that would help you achieve the type of job you would be interested.  \n\nI retired early, but I am learning new computer languages and busy.  I hope to attend college again in a few years when I can go for free!  I do not want to stop learning.  Age is no factor only motivation and the desire to learn.\n\nFor now, do not try to add too many activities into your schedule.  Keep it simple and have a little time to enjoy life so you do not burn yourself out.
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You still have a lot of time to figure things out.  I say go to college.  Dont feel bad I am 26 and feel that I have done nothing.  I have not gone to college yet and really want to but life is busy I dont have time.  Go to college before you are 26 wondering why you didnt go when you could have.
21601
Look, I'm 28 and I'm going back in January. College as a young adult didn't work for me at all. Parties, politics, drugs and idiocy were all I ever experienced. 18 was just too young to think about holding the destiny of my future in my very hands.\n\nNow that I have lived a little I have a btter understanding of what it is I actually want to contribute to the world. I know what I will study and my time and money won't be wasted on classes that have no importance for me.\n\nI'm also very lucky because I live in NY and there is an excellent school that focuses on continuing education for adults with some college, most around 1-2 years. There is no age restriction and no course requirements, meaning if you are in, you can take as many or as few classes as you like until you are finished, be that 1 year or 35 years.\n\nLook for colleges with similar ciriculum. Talk to universities and many have programs particular for adults. And if you live in the North East, look into New School
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Not staying in college and ending up in dead-end, stressful, call-center type jobs. I would give almost anything to go back to college and get a degree so I could do something I 'want' to do, not 'have' to do.
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Sorry. I graduated a long time back.
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I didn't go to college until my mid 30's.  Haven't finished yet, as I was going very part-time for several semesters.  It is "weird" some days, being old enough to be their mom; but it's also fun!  Profs seem to appreciate the maturity and experiences we bring to the class.