If you don't have a wealthy relative to pay, that is.
2006-08-09 06:17:34 · 10 answers · asked by Brigid O' Somebody 7 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You must choose the right one. Anything medical will definetly pay huge returns, nurses, physicians, PTs, or veterinarians (from easiest to get in to hardest to get in).
2006-08-09 06:22:38 · answer #1 · answered by BigPappa 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
On average, someone with a bachelor's degree makes about $1 million more over his or her lifetime than someone with only a high school diploma.
Of course, it also depends on what degree you get and what career you choose. You could go to an expensive school and get a degree in education, yet make the exact same amount of money as someone who got an education degree from a state school. Teachers get paid the same regardless of where they went to school. Or, you could get an degree in theatre and try to make it on Broadway. Most actors make relatively little money. But, if you really want to be a Broadway actor, it might still be "worth it" because you'll spend your life doing what you love.
As far as having someone rich pay for it, you can get a lot of help from financial aid. Some of that aid can be scholarships and grants, and some can be loans. A lot of students are turned off by loans, but you should consider it an investment. People who want to start businesses usually have to borrow money, but they don't mind because they think their business will do well enough to pay the loan and still make a profit. People take out loans to buy houses, too. But, most people understand that the interest you pay on a mortgage is nothing compared to the value of owning a home. So, you should consider how much you are willing to invest in your future.
Borrowing $20,000 for college might cost you $200/month for 15 years after your graduate. But, that is only $2,400 per year. If a college degree helps you earn $10,000 more per year, it seems like a good investment. I know a doctor who borrowed $120,000 for college, but she now makes $150,000 per year. I'd say she made a good decision.
2006-08-09 13:29:09 · answer #2 · answered by internationalspy 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Stay in school if you don't want to work at McDonald's or be a janitor. In the long run, you can pay off your student loans as someone with a bachelor's degree and a good job. If not, you will just jump job to job searching for what you want to be.
2006-08-09 13:26:54 · answer #3 · answered by Coop 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A lot depends on what you want to do with it. Many jobs require a degree, or at the very least will give strong preference to someone who is a college grad.
As for paying for it, there are MANY options. Some federal grants are available, your state school may charge significantly less than out of state/private colleges, etc.
2006-08-09 13:23:18 · answer #4 · answered by danl747 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I got my bachelor's degree from very hard sweat and filthy as hell jobs, and it was worth it. Not only did it help me get my Master's Degrees (2), but it got my dad's pride in me for having done it on my own. And THAT is worth more than "all the tea in China". God Bless you.
2006-08-09 13:25:53 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
definitely. you almost have to have a bachelor's degree to get any decent job.
2006-08-09 13:24:05 · answer #6 · answered by Nova J 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to get a degree to be single, just don't get married.
2006-08-09 13:21:48 · answer #7 · answered by EMAILSKIP 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YES...aside from learning....it's ALWAYS a benefit compared to those who don't have it...in any job Application!
can't believe you asked that....
2006-08-09 13:22:45 · answer #8 · answered by Diablous 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes very worth it
2006-08-09 13:23:06 · answer #9 · answered by zacher45 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it's better than just having a highschool diploma.
2006-08-09 13:29:04 · answer #10 · answered by melinda w 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋