I dropped out at 15 and I wanted to know the con's of going back. I already have a whole list of pro's! Thanks!!
2006-06-05 11:13:39 · 8 answers · asked by ladyatl16 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Mind you, I am NOT trying to discourage you. I think it's terrific you've decided to further your education, and you should be supported in that decision. I do, however, think you should know the hurdles you might face so that you can be prepared, and ready to act to mitigate these potential difficulties.
- finances may be a problem, especially if you're attending college full-time, and therefore cannot hold a full time job.
- on-campus housing may not be available for students with children, and commuting can be time-consuming and expensive, depending on where you live
- child care may be expensive, and/or limited to certain hours
- some extra-curricular groups and activities (sororities, student social/political groups) geared for young, single folks without kids may be too time-consuming, or otherwise unavailable (or uninteresting!) to you
- scheduling time for required group projects could be difficult, especially if you're paying for child care
- the emergencies that sometimes arise with children (illness, etc.) could sometimes prevent you from attending classes or meeting deadlines
Do remember, however, that all of these potential problems can be either overcome or ameliorated, given the proper resources (including a great support system) and prior planning! Best wishes to you.
2006-06-05 19:36:37 · answer #1 · answered by X 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you take a class on "how to study". It will help you with keeping focus, writing papers, doing research, organizing, and other skills you may not have developed well since you were so young when you left. Other than that, there are none that I can think of. College means different things to people of different situations so a fresh high school grad might have a different attitude and goal from you. You wil find others like you and you can be a great help to each other. Best of luck.
2006-06-05 18:22:51 · answer #2 · answered by jayjohnson5295 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only con I can think of is if you don't go back. Just think of all the new people you will be meeting . Yes it is a lot of hard work and a lot of sacrifices but in the long run it will all be worth it.
2006-06-05 18:20:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a lot of work, but can you think of the cons of not returning to college? Go for it, GIRL!
2006-06-05 18:16:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You went to college at 15?!!!
2006-06-05 19:54:22 · answer #5 · answered by Suzy Suzee Sue 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOU NOT HAVE AS MUCH TIME WITH YOU KID. YOU WILL HAVE TO BALANCE YOUR TIME WISELY. BEING A MOM IS A FULL TIME JOB ALREADY. WISH YOU LUCK ON YOUR DECISION
2006-06-05 18:17:38 · answer #6 · answered by ktilton13 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
time
2006-06-05 18:17:04 · answer #7 · answered by moi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't think there are any ! kudos to you for going back.
2006-06-05 18:16:25 · answer #8 · answered by bbq 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋