I'm still going to a technical school and about to grad. I'm married work full time spent the last eight years in the Marines and my state and federal benefits will pay for all, yes all my tuition expenses. I might be around 34-35 when I'm done, and not sure if its the right move, useful thoughts would be great.
2007-09-13 20:08:50 · 15 answers · asked by Harley lover 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You needn't worry about your age! In the UK, it's not uncommon for retired people (65+) to study for Degrees. Depending on the course, you could be studying with other mature students of similar age or a mix of similar age and some teen to early 20s or you could be the oldest in class. If you do find that you are the oldest, you will find that the younger ones want your help as they will look at you as a person with much more knowledge than themselves. Being around youngsters will knock a few years off your age, so there's a good advantage to studying. Remember, we are always being educated and learning throughout our whole life. Therefore, it makes sense to learn things that we really have an interest in. My advice is, go for it!
2007-09-13 20:23:08 · answer #1 · answered by kendavi 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are never too old to learn. My son is 1 year older than you and has been going to college all 12 years out of high school with no degree. I personally started College a year ago. I am attending on line. I really love the flexibility of going to class when I want. I just posted my response to the second of this weeks discussion question. There are deadlines to be met. I have an assignment due tomorrow. I am 55 and did not do this good in my previous schooling 35 years ago. So far in 8 classes I have 6 A and 2 -A. If I can do anyone can. Be sure to report your trade school experience because it can be transferred.
2007-09-14 03:31:00 · answer #2 · answered by stdragon21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh I can't wait to anser this one. NO it's NOT too late! I am 49 years old. I worked in a bank for 13 years, volunteered with several groups and City wide organizations for several more years. One day my 14 year old daughter at the time said to me, mom, why don't you go back to school and do something YOU want to do? Something that would make YOU happy? I thought of how I have always been interested in medical stuff so decided to become an EMT1. I ran Ambulance as an emergency medical technician for 4 years and would still be doing it if it weren't for the City I work in telling me I had to quit. See my husband is the mayor of the city and they say it is conflict of interest soooo I decided to go BACK to school for Phlebotomy. I am 49, and had an interview a large hospital Monday. They tell me I am in the top of the applicants that applied for the job. I should find out tomorrow if I get it. But anyway, NO, your not too old. Go Get EM! Tiger! You'll be happy you did and if you don't, you will wish you had.
2007-09-14 03:20:31 · answer #3 · answered by fur_ever21 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I hesitated about going back to school; worried I wouldn't be able to handle the load, nervous about how competitive I'd heard it was but I went back to school at 32. I found I was more focused than the younger students because I knew I had to get it right the first time through! I've been done for 2.5 years and although it wasn't always fun or easy it's now over and I am reaping the benefits of all that hard work! If your wife is going to support you (mentally, physically, all that) go for it! Just remember to be kind to her even when you're frazzled and communicate! Good luck!
2007-09-14 03:26:28 · answer #4 · answered by nukegirl 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No and no. It is not too late, I went back to school at 31. You are not too old. Re-read the previous sentences. You will get a little tired, and want to quit from time to time, but in the long run, it will be well worth the effort. Go for it.
My best friend was 45 when she went back to school. All you will do is make a better life for yourself.
2007-09-14 03:22:53 · answer #5 · answered by celtmaidn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's never too late to go to college. I went at 44 years old and carried a 3.50 GPA and got a scholarship for Returning Adults........which there was only one. No matter where it takes you or doesn't take you...............knowledge is always beneficial and never a waste of time. Do it for the sake of learning if nothing else. At your age and when you get done, they are still many opportunities awaiting you! Go for it!
2007-09-14 03:20:08 · answer #6 · answered by luv2seashore1 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i am going to quote[gawl this is so lame but it works so...]
anne landers/dear abb?/
someone asked her the same quest. saying theyd be like 50 in 8 when they got out of school and finally became a doc,right?so should they?were they too old?
she said,basically,"and if you DONT go?you'll still be 50 in 8 years"
not bad lady!
serIOUs
and good luck to furever21!
yeah!!
2007-09-14 03:21:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, have you ever heard of a 95-year-old woman, the oldest person to graduate college? Her name is Nola Ochs. Your age isn't even a half of hers!
2007-09-14 03:20:46 · answer #8 · answered by Makisig 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Go for it. Who knows what avenues a college degree may open up for you. You owe it to yourself to find out.
2007-09-14 03:19:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No you're not too old. There's plenty older people in all my classes, just please don't bring up stories about your kids and talk to the professor about **** other people don't wanna hear in class time.
Good luck bro
2007-09-14 03:15:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋