School:
The word itself has such a strong effect. The very thought of it used to make me look something like this...
Too bad school is so important, it can really be a pain. First of all you have to go through the process of finding a school. You decide if you want to go to a traditional campus or take courses online. Once you've decided that you have to decide which school has the program that you are interested in (online schools have a better selection of programs). Then you have to get yourself in to the school. Then you get to worry about financial aid, housing, and how you're going to feed yourself.
So why do we go through the trouble? Is going back to school really worth it?
The answer is absolutely and unequivocally... Yes, school is worth it.
It is a sure fire fact that individuals with undergraduate degrees (associate or bachelor) earn significantly more yearly than those who only have a high school diploma. With this in mind maybe the question I should be asking is: Can you afford not to go to school?
In today's society, having a degree is what gets you the job. People with degrees get promotions, have steadier jobs and higher incomes, and just have better lives all around. Even though school can be hard, it is definitely worth it.
Luckily, I have always had a strong ambition for learning. Once I get past the common annoyances and hardships that come along with being a college student, I find myself enjoying school and loving the things that I am learning. I think that really has to do with finding something that you are passionate about and having a dream.
Education and only education will get you closer to your dreams. If you have a dream to be something its time to just put your head down and power through! Getting your degree is worth it and you might even (accidentally) have some fun. And I'll be here struggling along side you.
Sincerely,
Student Voice
What is your motivation for going back to school? Do you have any words of advice for someone who may not be excited about going to school? Leave a comment below.
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