If you have your Bachelors degree
07-26-2007, 09:27 AM
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But I was just shy by 5 days of my 24th birthday.
I took 6 years to get mine. I was out of high school a half year early and started, then had a family member die. About 3 years later I went to a different school and most of my credits did not transfer. Got 4 year degree done in 3 years. Could have done it in 2 and a half but I screwed up twice.
Nothing like have 26+ credit hours for 4 semesters in a row
I went from a border line sophomore to a senior and out in one year *got I hated that year, but I didn’t want to be in college anymore.
College was the worst experience in my life, only second to high school. About the only fun point I had was grade school, and currently work (but recently got laid off too).
But I was just shy by 5 days of my 24th birthday.
I took 6 years to get mine. I was out of high school a half year early and started, then had a family member die. About 3 years later I went to a different school and most of my credits did not transfer. Got 4 year degree done in 3 years. Could have done it in 2 and a half but I screwed up twice.
Nothing like have 26+ credit hours for 4 semesters in a row
I went from a border line sophomore to a senior and out in one year *got I hated that year, but I didn’t want to be in college anymore.College was the worst experience in my life, only second to high school. About the only fun point I had was grade school, and currently work (but recently got laid off too).
07-26-2007, 09:38 AM
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I'm 25 at the moment but working as a junior accountant full time. I always took part time classes because frankly I was more of a entrepreneur. I started two online businesses and worked full time in accounting positions which occupied most of my time and built a bunch of cars includin a tt supra from the ground up.
I'm almost done with my BA in Accounting with 7 more classes to go with over 6 years of experience under my belt which I can't complain about. If I could go back in time I would probably change a few things here and there but for the most part everything in life is a lesson therefore i'm glad it turned out this way.
As long as you try to accomplish anything in life, you've already taken a step towards your goal. Good luck to all of you.
I'm almost done with my BA in Accounting with 7 more classes to go with over 6 years of experience under my belt which I can't complain about. If I could go back in time I would probably change a few things here and there but for the most part everything in life is a lesson therefore i'm glad it turned out this way.
As long as you try to accomplish anything in life, you've already taken a step towards your goal. Good luck to all of you.
07-26-2007, 10:09 AM
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Jumped straight into my University after high school. I wasn't that excited to go, but I knew I just had to get it over with. Four years later I turned 22 and walked down aisle with my bachelors degree. If you think your getting paid right now, you'll see the difference a degree makes on your salary 
I'm 26 now and enjoying all four years of what my degree produced for me. College FTW!
I'm 26 now and enjoying all four years of what my degree produced for me. College FTW!
07-26-2007, 10:19 AM
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21, from UCONN. Finished in 3 yrs with accounting degree since I took winter & summer courses.
Still, for whatever reason 5 yrs is still the norm. I think you have 7 yrs before you start losing credits from your 1st year. So if you really want to finish your degree, make sure you are studying something that will make you money and be worth it. Check out community colleges since some are super cheap, and don't be afraid to shop around or see who offers evening/online/saturday classes.
Millions and millions of people in their 20's/30's and beyond work full time and find ways to get their degree: so its really possible and don't get discouraged.
I would say, just make sure you study something where you can get a job: IMO (hope I don't offend anyone
) don't get an art degree or a communications degree or english degree (unless you want to teach school) or some other generic degree that doesnt have a real "job" associated with it. Unless you are some magic, lucky superstar, it will be a huge waste of time and money, and you are better off sticking with whatever job you have now. Business is pretty safe, science, education, or practical skills (physical therapy) also ok.
For example, one of my best friends, who is really a smart girl, went to a very expensive school and double majored in spanish & communications. Guess what? 3 yrs after graduation she is still a waitress. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but school was a huge waste of $$$.
So good luck and feel free to PM me if u have Qs
Still, for whatever reason 5 yrs is still the norm. I think you have 7 yrs before you start losing credits from your 1st year. So if you really want to finish your degree, make sure you are studying something that will make you money and be worth it. Check out community colleges since some are super cheap, and don't be afraid to shop around or see who offers evening/online/saturday classes.
Millions and millions of people in their 20's/30's and beyond work full time and find ways to get their degree: so its really possible and don't get discouraged.
I would say, just make sure you study something where you can get a job: IMO (hope I don't offend anyone
) don't get an art degree or a communications degree or english degree (unless you want to teach school) or some other generic degree that doesnt have a real "job" associated with it. Unless you are some magic, lucky superstar, it will be a huge waste of time and money, and you are better off sticking with whatever job you have now. Business is pretty safe, science, education, or practical skills (physical therapy) also ok.For example, one of my best friends, who is really a smart girl, went to a very expensive school and double majored in spanish & communications. Guess what? 3 yrs after graduation she is still a waitress. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but school was a huge waste of $$$.
So good luck and feel free to PM me if u have Qs
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07-26-2007, 10:24 AM
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22.. took one bs summer course at a cc to fulfill a requirement. other than that.. no summer school for me
i also always had at least 1 job, most of the time had 2, sometimes had 3.
i also always had at least 1 job, most of the time had 2, sometimes had 3.
07-26-2007, 10:27 AM
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I was 23 when I graduated, I took a year off and then one semester off when I was in college.
I probably spent 75% of the time partying and drinking as well so that probably added to my stay.
I probably spent 75% of the time partying and drinking as well so that probably added to my stay.
07-26-2007, 10:30 AM
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BS in Computer Science. It took 10 years minus four days to get it. Worked full time as a Network Engineer the whole time, including as an independant consultant flying around the world. I had to go full time the last semester to make sure credits didn't expire, or I would never have been able to catch up.
While I've never coded professionally, the paper does open doors, especially when looking at major corporations and Government agencies. Keep it up!
BS in Computer Science. It took 10 years minus four days to get it. Worked full time as a Network Engineer the whole time, including as an independant consultant flying around the world. I had to go full time the last semester to make sure credits didn't expire, or I would never have been able to catch up.
While I've never coded professionally, the paper does open doors, especially when looking at major corporations and Government agencies. Keep it up!
07-26-2007, 10:41 AM
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I got mine at 22, Network and Communications Management. Full time Student and Part Time work at the Airport LAX. I am now 24 yrs old. But I do agree with a lot of the guys here...It's never to late!
07-26-2007, 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ReV74
I got mine at 22, Network and Communications Management. Full time Student and Part Time work at the Airport LAX. I am now 24 yrs old. But I do agree with a lot of the guys here...It's never to late!
