2007-07-31 03:32:45 · 11 answers · asked by tony r 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Nope! Never too old to learn.
In fact, "non-traditional" students tend to do better academically and add a valued perspective to the college classroom.
(Just please please don't bring your kids to class with you, I hate when people do that.)
2007-07-31 03:36:09 · answer #1 · answered by fiercelingua 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally, no.
You do eventually become too old to enter certain professions. If you don't start playing violin in childhood, you'll probably never become a professional violinist; if you're over the age where your body can stand staying awake all night, you'll never make it through medical schools and internships to become a doctor.
Also be aware that adult learners are even less open--generally--to learning things that have no immediate practical application. So you will want to keep figuring out how your subjects apply in real life.
I've had students who were in their 80s. Some were just taking classes for fun--in which case, auditing is a good way to go.
2007-07-31 10:38:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hell no! My aunt started school when she was 42 and didn't stop. Now she has B.S. in Health Care Adminstration, 2 M.S. degress in HCA and is currently working on her PHD. She is 55 years old with almost 4 degrees behind her.
2007-07-31 18:34:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you're never TOO old to go to college. I went with folks that were in their 60s.
2007-07-31 10:42:13 · answer #4 · answered by ouranticipation 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. If you're really old, and worried you won't fit in on campus, there are plenty of colleges that offer online classes these days. It's so easy.
2007-07-31 10:40:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are never too old to attend college. Go for it.
2007-07-31 10:38:47 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope! I went back after several years with people who were almost retirement age! Education and learning is beneficial to all people - never too late to start something new and really enjoy it!
Best of luck to you! :)
2007-07-31 10:40:31 · answer #7 · answered by Abbie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. Never.
2007-07-31 10:39:37 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. It stimulates the mind. Good way to spend your time!
2007-07-31 10:40:59 · answer #9 · answered by Simmi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Theorectically, no--but if you have Alzheimer's, it may not be a practical or wise choice.
2007-07-31 11:00:16 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋