Im 26 years old and thinking of going back to university to change carrers, from law to psicology, is it ok?

Question

I have little experience in Law and just interested more in psicology, is to late to jump to school again?

Answer 1

No, it is not too late. I am 53 years old, retired, and a grandma and I still don't know what I want to be when I grow up. Young people today can expect to change careers a few times.

Answer 2

It is never too late. But you may want to consider defining exactly what kind of career in psychology you are interested in. There are many different areas and roles that psychologists play (e.g., school psychologists, counselling psychologists, clinical psychologists, research). Once you have a better idea, you can then pursue the appropriate courses and/or degree. Also, since you already have a bit of experience in law, you may wish to check out forensic psychology. Especially if you are interested in both law and psychology. Forensic psyc looks at human behaviour in relation to the legal system (e.g., jury decision making, working with offenders, etc).

So, in short - it's not too late. But you may want to figure out what exactly you want to do before jumping in. Also, it wouldn't hurt to talk to some local colleges and/or universities and see what they offer.

Answer 3

It isn't too late, but as a return student, you'll need a plan. My guess is admissions committees will want to hear why you are changing your career path so you should expect to have a clear written statement on that topic. In addition, because you are older (although not by much...some people go back to school in their 40's and older), you might want to develop a financial plan as well. How will you pay for tuition? Will you work while you attend? How about career plans after you receive your degree? What about retirement (i.e. will you continue to contribute to your retirement fund)?

And finally, it might be a good idea to sit down with a couple of people who have careers in your new field to make certain it really is what you want to do. (Clinical psychology? Research?) Make certain you'd be happy with their jobs because it'd be tough to have that new degree and still be dissatisfied with your career!
Good luck!

Answer 4

What is psicology? Do you mean psychology?

Answer 5

it's never too late...

but before you start....try spelling, "PSYCHOLOGY" right

Answer 6

whatever your decision, please be sure to add basic english and a spelling class! thank you.