Sofia
Should I go to college if it's not payed for?
This question is important to myself because I am recently beginning to search for colleges and scholarships and I need advice on how to maneuver through the next couple of years. #college
2 answers
Ken Simmons
Ken’s Answer
Hi Sofia!
You are asking a very important questions and here is some information that might help.
It is important to keep costs down:
http://www.educationplanner.org/students/paying-for-school/ways-to-pay/reduce-college-costs.shtml
http://www.frugalrules.com/5-ways-keep-college-costs-down/
This site will give information about scholarships, etc:
http://www.fastweb.com/
Consider going to a community college near your home. The tuition is less, the credits transfer, and they have intern and coop programs that will enable you to earn and learn as you go along.
Best of luck Please keep me posted, I would like to follow your progress!
Lisa Milani
Lisa’s Answer
I believe college is an investment for our future. That said, I would say definitely yes. I paid 100% out of pocket for both my undergrad and graduate education. I do not regret it at all. Virtually all of my professional positions have required a 4 year degree at minimum. For the ones that did not, I believe that my education gave me an advantage that candidates without degrees did not have. Not having a degree will limit your options in the professional world.