I have a difficult choise ahead of me, I can either finish university in 3 years but not have any electives and a very cramped schedual, but with less debt. Or 4 years and have more free time and the ability to pursue some courses that interest me. Even my parents are undecided over this.
2006-07-07 14:54:42 · 8 answers · asked by Austin S 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I am sure this will be a difficult decision for you and your family to make.
Here are my thoughts:
I would recommend choosing to stay another year, relax, and enjoy learning. Cramming your schedule and getting done sooner begins the vicious cycle of stress that ALL adults in the professional world have to deal with on a daily basis. It sets a bad precedent for you. You are preparing to move on into whatever career you have chosen...why rush that? Take time to smell the roses. If you arent married and dont have kids and havent begun your career, enjoy it! Learn whatever it is you want to learn! Take those elective classes and enjoy them.
It is often the elective classes that leave permanent memories. They end up becoming a part of who you are.
College as a single young adult is the best time of your life.
Good luck to you in whatever you do!
2006-07-07 15:07:17 · answer #1 · answered by Am 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, I would choose the four years. You could get a part time job, because you have more time and save up money. And pursuing the courses that may interest you will bring less stress, which will lead to things being done better than if your schedule were cramped. It will give you more time to prepare for your career and life.
2006-07-07 22:06:44 · answer #2 · answered by Writer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something I would consider is your prospective employment. If your major and school are such that you're pretty sure you can find a good paying job that you like after school, then I would slow down and stay the extra year. If you're going to struggle with employment and debt after school, you might want to consider finishing early.
It also depends on the cost of your school - if the extra year is going to make a big difference in your monthly loan payments, you might want to think about that as well. If it won't make much difference, the extra year would probably be well worth the time and money.
2006-07-07 22:48:54 · answer #3 · answered by Ask_Ivy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This depends on what you want--less debt, earlier entry to the job market versus more free time and courses of interests. Don't forget just because you graduate early does not mean you can not take classes later on in life.
I've graduated over 10 years ago and have taken various classes while working. It has led me to other career options that I did not consider before with my original degree.
2006-07-07 22:02:46 · answer #4 · answered by Mancha de Platano 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd do 4 years. This is the only time in your life you can enjoy being in college-- don't rush it and lose out on the experience.
2006-07-07 22:00:14 · answer #5 · answered by Lisa the Pooh 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it slow and learn all you can. Life is not so short when you are young and there is always time for push when the time requires it.
2006-07-07 22:01:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Worry about it one year at a time. You'll find something that works. Try something one time, then try the other. You'll find what you'll like and stay with it.
2006-07-07 21:59:12 · answer #7 · answered by instantly_oatmeal 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-07-07 21:59:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋