If It Doesnt Work?

Question

Im 97% sure that college isnt going to work for me but Im giving it 1 year (atleast I can get a good gym out of it for free so I can get in good shape). Anyways what could I do if this doesnt work? I want to live in San Francisco but since I heard its very expensive, so what about New York or LA? I wanted to be a cop but I have to be 21 and Im 18. So what could I do that would be a ok to good paying job for a 19 year old in SF, NY , or LA?? Thanks

Answer 1

Without a college degree or a marketable skill, you will probably be working in low pay, no future jobs.

Answer 2

Do both. Get a crimminal justice degree and THEN become a cop. You'll go MUCH farther with the sheepskin than without it. Many large police departments will limit your career progression without the degree. Think long term.

All 3 of those cities are hideously expensive. What might sound like a lot of money will barely pay the rent there.

Answer 3

College is too expensive to waste on not even trying. Maybe if you don't want to get an eductation you can land a job in something like a trade. Steel workers make good money but it is hard and dangerous.
You won't be a cop without college so you can just forget that unless it is in a tiny town but you will never be promoted.

Answer 4

A college degree is like a high school diploma these days. You will miss out on a lot of opportunities without a college degree. Unless you are a skilled laborer, you will have a tough go of making a living. If you love working out, become a certified personal trainer.

Answer 5

NY and LA are also expensive.