2007-03-08 07:33:48 · 7 answers · asked by lisa w 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I have graduated from university and know the peril of being in debt as i am your age and am working to pay it off.
You have to ask yourself one thing.Is it something that will fulfill a dream?If the answer is yes then go for it and don't let anything stop you..Also make sure you truly enjoy the subjects you are picking.Passion goes a long way in education and results always show if you are interested in a subject.I'm sure you know this already but i think it still needs to be reiterated.
At this stage in our lives we do not want regrets and to loathe ourselves by not taking a chance.Think it over and if you are still at crossroads discuss with a university counsellor about funding or with close friends and family for some input and moral support.
Take care and i hope you figure out the angles.
2007-03-08 07:55:26 · answer #1 · answered by tylee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It may be worth it. People get degrees for a lot of reasons: self improvement, personal desire, to improve career prospects, to get a higher paying job... If these are among your goals, then yes, it may be worth it.
There are ways to keep the cost down. You can attend your local community college first, and get your associates degree. CCs are often the most inexpensive ways of going to college. Unbelievably good value for the money. Once you get your associates, you can transfer to a state college. Again, as an in-state student, you'll be getting a quality education at a discount.
2007-03-08 16:27:23 · answer #2 · answered by RoaringMice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Lisa,
How bad do you want or need a degree?
My hubby has just graduated (last July) and he had a student loan at the age of 42 so don't let your age concern you. Don't forget, if you are not working, after you graduate then you don't repay the loan. I do understand your concern though.
2007-03-09 05:55:21 · answer #3 · answered by LYN W 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are old enough to treat it as a sober financial investment and not why most young people go, just for the partys and to escape their dreary home towns for 3 years. so if the numbers work out for you go for it
2007-03-08 17:57:12 · answer #4 · answered by Northern Spriggan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the outcome will be a better career, prospects and money for you and it is something you really want to do then yes
2007-03-08 15:37:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends on how much in debt. and are you debt free now? and how much more money will you make after you finish schooling.
2007-03-08 15:41:23 · answer #6 · answered by Mustng0021 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's NEVER too late!! Go to school! I'm 31 and I am going back... slowly but surely! It's hard as hell for me but I'm going to make it!!
2007-03-08 15:42:35 · answer #7 · answered by LydonPuggles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋