is it ok to start college at 30?

Question

isn't pass the time when u suppose to graduate. and u had all the opportunity before.

Answer 1

Better late than never!

Answer 2

I started college six weeks before I turned 30.
I had a two yr old son in the home and a husband on his way out at that time.

I found that college at 30 is a wonderful experience. I was more focused on the lessons and really wanted to be in class - more so than my younger classmates. I also was confident enough in myself to speak out loud in class. I'd stop a professor in the middle of a lecture to get clarification if I needed it.
I did the reading assignments and the written reports easily, I didn't have as many distractions as the younger counter parts.

I also knew what I wanted and what was reasonable for my skills level. I didn't sign up for something that didn't interest me or didn't help me to reach my goal of graduation.

I loved college at thirty and would tell anyone that was considering going to just go for it. If you are a bit weary sign up for some basic stuff that you might have enjoyed when you were in high school. For me it was English. I loved English in high school so took two English courses my first semester. I discovered that I still loved English. It made my entry into college alot easier by having two classes that I knew I would do well in.

Sign up, give it a try and I hope you discover it to be a wonderful experience.

Answer 3

My son's mother-in-law went back to college and got her associates degree when she was in her early 40's. She's now working at Social Services as a social worker and loving it. It took her over 5 years to get all the classes done, because she had to work too, but she did it. If you have the opportunity to go, do it. There are more and more mature folks going back to school than ever before. Some have been laid off, and want to get into an new field of work. Some are just tired of their dead end job. At any rate, just do it and get 'er done! <*)))><

Answer 4

No, 30 isn't too old Sometimes we take it more seriously when we are older. I was 29 when I went back for Nursing. I'll graduate in December (I'll be 32)

One of the women in my class is SIXTY THREE :) She said her life-long goal was to be a nurse, but family and life got in the way.

Like you, I tried college when I was younger, but just threw away the opportunity. Now, with 3 kids and a family - I take it very seriously.

Good luck to you :)

~Maxie

Answer 5

Sure, if you have the desire and the $$, do it!
My sister started at 26. She was much more ready to buckle down and do well than she was at 18.

Of course, many of the people in your classes will be younger. But some will be your age or older. This is especially true if you go to a community college or one that has a diverse population.

Good luck!

Answer 6

It is never too late for your education. In life there are obligations that have to be met so things like that can delay your education. However once you have the opportunity to continue always do it's the one thing that is truly yours. I would also suggest that you look in to CLEP testing this is a test that will place you where you need to be in college you can skip up to a couple of semesters and it is accepted by colleges across the country. the fees for the test range from 55.00 up to 160.00 depending on who gives the test. but either way it is a bargain considering what tuition is these days. Your NEVER to old to learn I commend you on your efforts to get to school Best of luck to you!

Answer 7

It's never too late. In fact 30 is not that late at all, I've met plenty of "mature" students older than that. If you think that when you graduate you will still have at least 25 years left of working, it's definitely worth it. One advantage that you will have over younger graduates is more life experience, most employers really value that.

Answer 8

Why wouldn't it be okay? Many people go to college at an older age then 30. In some of the class's i have taken there were people in there fifty's going to class. It will broaden your mind even more plus it will be great because times have changed and so have the ways of teaching. Most jobs even send their workers to school to get a better education or to some class's to advance them in their career.

Answer 9

I am 30. I have already gone to college, but am looking into going back for a masters. You are never too old to educate yourself. My mom started when she was in her 40s. It changed her life for the better. I say go for it. It can only help you make a better life. Who cares if you are older than other people? You will probably appreciate it more than the younger crowd anyway.

Answer 10

YES! I received my AA degree when I was in my twenties, and immediately went out into the workforce. I recently went back to school last year (when I was 30) and am so glad I did. Better late than never. Oh, and by the way, there were several other "old" people like myself there too...

Answer 11

It is never to late to get into higher education. It will take some adjusting to get used to school life again, but it will be worth it. The sooner the better. I went to college right out of high school, and it was still a challenge getting used to college level academics. Psyche yourself for the challenge and go for it.