In 2013, over 34 percent of high school graduates decided not to attend college immediately after graduation*. Why? While there are a seemingly infinite amount of reasons, some people enter into careers at companies that simply don’t require employees to obtain degrees.
If you fall into that category, you’ve likely felt that going back to school is a waste. Perhaps you don’t have the time, or even subscribe to the notion that an “old dog” simply can’t learn new tricks. The cost of student loans can also be quite intimidating.
However, while college isn’t for everyone, it’s certainly for you. Let us explain.
In the past decade, the number of college students aged 25 and over rose by an astonishing 42 percent.** This is a direct result of recent studies showing that employers in the next decade will need about 23 million more trained workers than American colleges and universities will have produced at the current rate. You just learned about 23 million more reasons to earn a better living for yourself by heading back to college. There has never been a better time to return to school or begin a program to earn your degree.
Most institutions realize the value in accommodating potential students who have yet to decide if college is right for them. Schools are now offering services such as tutoring, advising and career services to help students with their transition from the office to the classroom. Competitive tuition is also available for many programs, with financial aid available to those who qualify.
When you attend a college that understands your needs as a working adult, earning your degree is as simple as deciding to start. If you’re ready to make the change and work toward a better future for yourself, visit us here and come back to the classroom today.
*http://www.nytimes.com/2014/04/26/business/fewer-us-high-school-graduates-opt-for-college.html?_r=0
** http://www.huffingtonpost.com/visualnewscom/going-back-to-school-as-a_b_3438434.html