college at 22?

Question

am 21 i'll be 22 in a couple of months i feel so lost i have been out of high school for almost 3 years i've done a year of city year and worked 2 years i am thinking about going to college but feel that i am too old to be starting college i sould be in my 3 or 4 year will it be weird because of my age will it be differant because of my age i also have a felony for robbery when i was 18 and feel i wont get a good job i am very worry about getting a job with a felony

Answer 1

never late

Answer 2

You can never be too old to go back to school. Many people a lot older than yourself return to school every semester.
City Year is a good thing. Perhaps you can utilize some aspects of that in choosing a course of study. Social work, maybe.
That you have a felony conviction is less likely to be of interest or importance than having bettered yourself and seeking to get somewhere and make it financially. There's a lot to be said for those with ambition and drive. You may not get a posting with the federal government but they represent only a small percentage of the jobs that are out there just waiting to be filled by college graduates.
Good luck. And don't give up on yourself before you've begun.

Answer 3

Age of 22 isn't too late, plus going to college is a "symbol" that you have turned your life around. When you are 26 and applying for jobs (with your degree in hand) you can talk to the employer about the stupid kid you were when you were 18. It will have been 8 years since you commited the crime and it won't be as big a deal.

In essence, college buys you some time to put space in between your mistakes and the new life you are creating for yourself.

By the way, you'll likely see a few people in your classes who are much older.

And remember...the older you get the more freshman girls still look the same age :-)

If it is what you want to do then you should go for it.

Answer 4

Your image of a traditional four-year college where all the freshmen are 18 years old is a myth. In fact, you are closer to the average age of college students today. There are also many college students in their 30s, 40s, and even older.

So don't think for a minute that you are too old or will feel out of place. I would suggest you visit the colleges you are considering and check out that you will feel comfortable in the college of your choice.

More non-traditional college settings like community colleges, evening and weekend programs, and degree programs for adults, may be more to your liking. But not necessarily, even the "regular" colleges have lots of students out of the 18-21 year old range.

Put the past behind you, start anew, and you will find many people willing to help you achieve your goals.

Answer 5

You are NOT too old to go to college! There are people going to college in their 40's, 50's and beyond! You are NEVER too old to learn. Also, check into the Federal Bonding Program through the Department of Labor-you will be glad you did-it is free. Make sure not to throw away money on an education you won't be able to use with your background. Best to you.

Answer 6

Sure, why not!! I would never let my circumstance get in the way of achieving greater things in life.
When you graduate you'll have a career, perhaps something you will enjoy, and not some dead end job.
Please believe that many of those people who have been in college since 18 are still sophomore status, your not behind at all!!!
My cousin took 10 years to graduate, but she never quit!!!

Answer 7

If is never to old to go to college. Having a good education in necessary in today job market.

Answer 8

You definitely should go. It's always good to better yourself. Don't worry about your past. There will be someone who will hire you. Just remember there are people much older than you that go to college.

Answer 9

Why not, I went when I was 34, I also had a few misdemeanors, but all in all it bettered me and my life.

Answer 10

it's never too late,go to school