do potential employers really judge you on how long it took you to finish college? what if your 2 years late ?

Question

im 21 will graduate 25 , somebody told me thats bad!

Answer 1

I hope it's not a bad thing, I've been in college for eight years now. I'll be graduating later this year (finally) at 27.

I think the degree is all that matters, no one cares how long it took you to get it. Of course if they ask me, I'll just tell them the truth.. that I changed my major four times.

Answer 2

Really it depends on the employer, but very few would see that as bad. In fact, most say "wow, it took her 7 years to get her degree, that means she can stay in there for the long haul!"

What I tend to see more of though is employers impressed by you getting your degrees at reputable universities, vs. ones that advertise on TV.

I think someone gave you bad advice, IMHO.

Answer 3

I don't think it matters much - especially if you've been working full time and going to college part time - which I'm guessing is your case.

They look more at your work history - if you've had six jobs in five years that would worry them more than if you took six years to finish a four year degree. It might raise questions if you've changed colleges more than once - it could make you look flighty.