Should I continue and get a BA or just find a job. Of course I would like something that pays above the miniuim wages. Thanks.
2006-09-22 03:38:48 · 12 answers · asked by ta m 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You could do both, depending on what your field is. Do some research. See what the money looks like, then decide. I don't know what your obligations are or any details, but I am in a similiar position. I took a well-paying job day hours, four days a week to pay my bills and live well, and am continuing on with my education to increase my earning potential down the road. In some jobs, the A.A. is all you need for a great career. For me, more education means more control, more money and better hours, so I am going on. For you, I don't know. Either way, congrats on the 3.7 and best of luck!
2006-09-22 03:44:08 · answer #1 · answered by whereRyou? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If yoiu have to question the answer is obvious - go for the B.A. Assuming that you spend the next 2 - 3 years pursuing a B.A. degree that time invested will make a big difference in the following years. If you retire at 65, like most people, you will have a good 16-17 productive years making more money than you would with just an AA. Earning more will mean a better lifestyle and more contribution towards your retirement.
Most university will have services and facilities for non-traditional students. I suggest you take advantage of it, visit a school, and talk to some people there. You will find several people there that you can relate to. You can also contact adult-learners attending the school you're interested in thorugh an online social network like Myspace.
I know a person that first attended college after her divorce when she was over 40. Studied English literature and went on to earn her Masters degree. Now she is a professor of English at the University where she earned her degree and says she's loving every minute of it.
Think of it this way, would you be willing to struggle for 2-3 more years to earn a degree and live a better life or would you accept where you're at today and spend the rest of your life wishing you spent another 2-3 years so you could have had a better life.
2006-09-22 04:14:12 · answer #2 · answered by Charles F 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Finishing up with a BA would be the best route and would open the most doors for you. I would recommend that you try to find the best job you can with your AA and then go back to school at night or online to finish your 4 year degree. Some employers will even pay your tuition for you.
2006-09-22 03:41:03 · answer #3 · answered by Random Precision 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dont give up! Follow your dreams whatever they are.. Set your standard, your skills and your visions and go for it.
I am immensely proud of Carol Simmons - Eacret, a Gallery Director and Art Instructor at Dickinson College!
How did she do it? Well same way you did, what is she going to do. She had not finished her AA when her last of 3 kids moved out of the house for college.. however she went to ISU and finished her AA, and BA. She went to Kansas and finished her Masters.. She got her FIRST professional job the year after her husband (same age) retired.
2006-09-22 04:00:40 · answer #4 · answered by Dawn M 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on what field you want to be in. For instance, in Psychology, a BA isn't enough to get more than minimun wages or just above the minimum.
2006-09-22 03:41:16 · answer #5 · answered by cey12000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what field you want to work in. Don't get a degree just to get a degree. How about picking a job and researching the qualifications before you decide?
2006-09-22 03:41:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
go back to school if you want a job that pays over minimum wadge. that, or get a job doing manual labor like construction. that pays well. problem is, women aren't usually accepted in that field. trust me. it's your decision in the end. i would go to night classes if i were you.
2006-09-22 03:47:40 · answer #7 · answered by answer away 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to pick your field before continue your study. Choose a field that doesn' t have age discrimination and have strong demand (medical administration, occupational therapy, etc.)
2006-09-22 03:50:13 · answer #8 · answered by spot 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You could do either. Some of it depends on your major and what employers are looking for.
2006-09-22 03:48:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep on studying
best of luck
2006-09-22 03:40:43 · answer #10 · answered by JAMES OY 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋