How will I know of college is the right step for me?
In my family, I am apart of the first generation to attend college. Recently, I've gained some doubts about going to college, because most of my family is not supportive of me attending college. I have been accepted to my dream school and enrolled, but I don't know if I'll be able to continue attending if my family doesn't remain supportive. I would really like advice on my situation. #people #college #career-counseling #college-advice
4 answers
Gloria’s Answer
This is a great question and it takes a bit of research, both internally and externally. I would offer a couple of questions to you:
- What is a skill or a job that you would do even without getting paid, simply because it makes you happy? You should think about what makes you happy to do, like writing, talking to or taking care of people, working on computers. When you do something that you love, you will work through it even when it is hard.
- Does the job you want to do benefit from having a degree? For example, we know that a doctor has a lot of education required to do the job. This is also true for school teachers in public education. You can actually be a teacher in private schools or corporate training without a diploma. You should do some research online as well as talk to people who do the job to see what they believe that college requirements are.
Gloria
Roland’s Answer
I asked the same question when I was young and I decided to push it off until I was older. Looking back I wish I had taken the time to pursue my education so that I could be a greater asset to my current company and myself. I believe know that the sacrifice of 4 years or more is nothing when you put it against a life time of happiness and knowledge. Knowledge is the one thing that no one can ever take from your. Always strive to better yourself as it can only provide you with a brighter future.
Suzanne’s Answer
Richard’s Answer
However in certain circumstances it is better to attend a trade school. If you know what you want to do and it doesn't require a college degree, then it doesn't make sense to go in to debt and pay for an expensive