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Going to College in Your 30s (and Up): The Survival Guide
Tips to survive and thrive
I’m in my early thirties, and went back for my master’s degree to give my career an boost.
I’d love to say it was a breeze, but it has been really tough. I’m studying for tests and balancing a full-time job while friends are having more kids and taking nice vacations.
I never thought I’d earn a master’s degree. When I was a kid, I envisioned that of course I’d go to college, but I’d stop after four years. Then I’d get married and have kids. Fade scene. But to get my career where I wanted it, I needed more education.
If you decide to go back to school after your 20s, you’re in for a lot of benefits, but also some challenges.
You might think, “It’s too late for me to go back to college. I’ve got to focus on my career and family.”
But it’s never too late. Someone I know went back to school in his 60s. Rather than feel odd that most of his classmates were in their 20s or younger, he became their mentor and gave them life advice.
Getting a degree can give you a lot of benefits. Here are a few ways to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible.
