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Returning Students: The Benefits of Going Back
In continuing your education, you can increase your earning power, advance your career, or pursue a personal interest - but the best reason to return to school is the one that resonates with you.
Your education is yours. This is one time when it's OK to be a little selfish!
Common Fears
Especially with the ever-increasing array of online learning options, there's more flexibility than ever before when it comes to higher education. Nevertheless, you may get cold feet. Don't let it stop you; it's completely normal.
Common misconceptions include the following:
- You have to be "young" to go to college
- You need a lot of free time to do well
- You've forgotten everything you learned
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As the saying goes, returning to school is just like riding a bike. You'll be amazed at how quickly you adjust! You're also in good company. As of the 2003 Census, 37 percent of all college and graduate students were 25 or older. In addition, 60 percent of all students worked while attending school.
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