My mom doesnt want me to go to one out of state. but i want to be a lawyer and as far as i know there isnt one near by. Also i dont want to be away from my boyfriend. i love him very much and i dont want to be away from him for that long of a time. the only way i can even go to college is if i get a scholarship. but there arent that many i can choose from being from middle class. also there are times when i feel i dont even want to go to college because i see alot of people around me who didnt go and they seem ok. and then there are times (like now) that going to college is the most important thing in the world that i can do. cause it would help out alot finacially. i have had people tell me that becoming a lawyer would keep me away from my family and i dont want that. i want to have a husband and kids and be able to spend time with them. i need help!!!
2007-06-04 04:01:54 · 5 answers · asked by Loved 4 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Well, have you thought about going to a junior college to get all of your core requirements out of the way. That way you could be by your family and boyfriend. Also, junior college is cheaper so you could work and pay for it. (I did it) Also, you could pick up an associates degree while your there; then get a better job to pay for university classes. (That's what I had to do as well) Most people change there major at least once, and at the junior college you'll get to experience college life and the courses. Plus, you can probably still live at home. I hope this helps. I think you should go to college to benefit yourself, plus if you dont you might regret it forever.
2007-06-04 04:14:10 · answer #1 · answered by lauren0459 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am afraid that no one here can REALLY help you. This is strictly a matter of priorities, and the only person that can decide what your best priorities are is YOU. That said, I think you should go to college. Forget about law school for the moment. That comes AFTER college, and is a long term thing you don't even have to think about right now. At the very least, go to college somewhere, close by if need be or even at a community college, and just study a general curriculum for a couple of years and find out what you are interested in. That is the smart thing to do, and you can cover ALL the things you list above in time. Odds are your priorities will be completely different in two years anyway. Leave your options open until then. You really don't want to make a rash decision on any of these things. Be patient.
p.s. I also highly recommend calling some schools and asking to talk to an academic advisor. They can give you a lot of really good advice about school and paying for it, and it is free to talk to them. Good luck!
2007-06-04 11:12:15 · answer #2 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been a lawyer for several years. The good news is that you can be a lawyer and still have a family - I am not saying its easy, but it can be done. There are many professional organizations of women attorneys for trying to balance your life between work and family.
As I read your comments, it seems that you already know inside yourself that going to college is the best thing for you. Here is a tough question that only you can answer: If you want to attend college, but your boyfriend does not support you in that decision - then what does that say about your boyfriend? about the future of your relationship?
Good luck!
2007-06-04 11:14:19 · answer #3 · answered by Gary 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In this world, DO GO TO COLLEGE! You'll struggle less with supporting yourself and your future family. Don't worry so much about what you'll major in. Most students do not declare a major right away or change their majors as they go along. The cost of instate tuition is way lower than out of state so if you are worried about this, help mom and dad out with a local college or even consider a community college whose credits will transfer over to a 4 year university. You'll save a ton of money and gather some time to figure out what you want to buckle down on. Why declare a major with so much uncertainty? You can attend college and take classes that will guide you in the direction you'll take. If you like law you may want to start out in political science. You'll start off with a guidance counselor who will help you with finding student loans grants and scholarships that are available to you. Pell grants are great if you are from a low income family. There are many other sources available. Help is there! Set up an appointment with a guidance counselor today to begin sorting these questions out. Summertime is a great time to take a tour of local colleges. Sign up for one and take a sigh of relief that you will figure this out with some great help already available to you!
2007-06-04 11:24:28 · answer #4 · answered by Pastor Gordon Blossom's Special Kind of Love Child 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are a Trial lawyer, forget about having any kind of 40hr week job. I once dated a one (we ended up breaking up because she was gone 7 days/week).
If you want to balance life/work, consider going into Corporate Law (Corporate Tax Attorney). I used to work in Corporate Tax - they (for the more part, work 40 hours/week), and make $$$$!!!!
I got into Law School, but switched. I decided to go for an MBA instead, and I'm so much happier w/ that decision. You might want to consider that option, too. (A talented MBA can easily make as much if not a LOT MORE than a lawyer with a lot less Bull S**t. in your life). I, like you, wanted a family more than I wanted a career.
Also, that MBA degree is a lot more flexible than getting a J.D./L.L.M.
2007-06-04 11:13:34 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋