Why College Education Is Important to Me

After graduating high school, I went straight into the work field for 2 and a half years. I never really appreciated school growing up and never gave a real effort in grade school. After 2 Years of not going to school, I began to notice and appreciate the value of receiving an education. At first i was hesitant of returning back to school because of my age, I was 21 years old. Most people my age were finishing college and I was just beginning. When I first attended NOVA my goal was to just receive my associates degree in business administration but after a year I realized that I shouldn't just settle for that when I could get my bachelors. I finished my last course at NOVA this past summer and it was a great feeling. I had always planned to

My decision to go back to school in the fall of 2012 was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made. I’m a stay at home mom of 4 boys with 2 of them being special needs. My oldest was born with a rare genetic condition called hereditary spastic paraplegia and my youngest son was born with a rare condition called Dravet Syndrome that requires 24/7 care. I was at a point in my life where I had lost my identity of who I was and I wanted to be me again. I made that important decision to go back to school for myself with the fear of how I was going to do it, but I knew that it was right. It took me 3 years to complete my AS but with the support of my husband and kids I was able to receive my degree. I worked hard and was able to juggle being

Returning back to school was a very natural decision for me. It seemed to be the next logical step in my personal and career goals. My ultimate goal is to be happy and healthy and be a good provider and role model. With that set aside for now, my next goal is to be financially stable and able to provide for my family in ways that my family was not able to provide for me. I definitely expect to work for what I want and earn every bit of it. The most recent motivator was that my company was willing to contribute a huge chunk of the yearly tuition, therefore removing some financial burden. This makes me feel like they truly care about my future and they really want to see me succeed.

Many people find themselves questioning the importance of a college education. They ask themselves, “Why is College important to me?” One answer is extremely crucial in todays economy. In order to succeed and have little or no struggle financially, you must have a education that will end up being a career of your choice. Not just something that you have to settle for.

Attending college for the first time is an important, rewarding decision that I made for a good reason. I learned a lot about myself that will help me in my future. Setting goals, having expectations, and reflecting why I am in college is incredible to think about.

Deciding to return to school at my age was definitely a difficult chose but I wanted to have a career and not just a job. Working already in the medical field, I realized that I would rather be an advocate for the people that need help adjusting to life’s changes, and people with mental, or emotional problems. I researched and saw that their where many career opportunities, in the Human Services field. Although, my primary purpose in life is to raise my children to be decent individuals, and understand that people are special in their own way. Coming back to school has help me see, and shows my children that nothing is impossible if you set your mind to it. I want to gather and learn as much knowledge as I can, too help me achieve my goal.

“Returning to school after so many years of not attending, to obtain a degree can be a struggle for many people throughout their life, but it also has its benefits, changes, challenges, and goals. Initially, I had planned to go to college right after high school, but due to many family problems I was unable to. It would be another eight years before I would make the decision to enroll in school. My reasons for returning to school are to higher my education, have a better career/ job, and to better my life, as well as the life of my daughter. Returning to school for me, has had its benefits, changes, challenges, and goals. In this paper, I plan to give you a brief

By having a college degree employers are willing to pay a higher salary for your services. An education is also beneficial in others, rather than finding a job. Additionally, “it’s not valuable for the piece of paper you get at the end; it’s valuable for the experiences you have, the skills and knowledge you actually learn, and the accomplishments you achieve while there” (Hamm, 2016, para. 8).

After my grandmother passed away a couple of years ago, I knew that I wanted to honor her by completing my degree. She was my hero, my idol, in so many ways. She had her Master’s degree and had worked while raising children during a time when society frowned upon a working, educated mother. As a devout Christian who was very active in her church and her community, I know that she helped to guide me to make this decision and I am confident that it was the right one. Between the thought of her and my readying myself for the next step in my career, I finally feel the motivation necessary to complete this journey. Completion of my educational goals will give me such a sense of accomplishment in my adult

My decision to return to school has proven to be a very good choice. I have been successful in banking for 21 years; however, I am in the highest position I can obtain without having a college degree. The goals I have for myself and my future exceed where I am right now in my professional career. By obtaining my degree and utilizing the skills I gain from my higher education journey, I plan to advance my career. I am currently manager of the loan department at a credit union, but I would like my career to develop into branch management roles. Additionally, my daughter is beginning college in the fall and I believe I have set a good example for her, as well as demonstrated how difficult going to college

“Knowledge Is Power” one of Sir Francis Bacon famous quotes, those three words says it all. I’ve been hungry and excited for

I have struggled to regain my education and as a mother, I will do everything in my power to ensure my child does not face this dilemma. By the time I get my degree she will be 7 years old and will get to whiteness how hard I have worked to accomplish my goals. Once I get my degree, I can finally have my dream career. With the gained skills needed to accomplish my professional goals I can also focus on my personal goals. We can go back home to our family and the place I love most of all. I can spend more time taking pictures, go snowboarding and volunteering at the SPCA.

It is now that I realize how important it is to get an education. At this point in my life I have more responsibilities, which makes it hard to attend school full time and juggle taking care of a child and working full time. I am determined to get my degree to make a better future for myself and my

I made the decision to return to college twenty years later, wanting to become more employable. My husband coaxed me into pursue a bachelor’s degree. Sitting in college courses with people the same age as my oldest child was awkward. It is much harder to socialize as an older student with events my priorities are different. After a few quarters I was able to make a few connections and get into the pace. I’ve persevered through the last four years to be able to graduate, overcoming illness (that had me hospitalized and had long-term recovery), financial burdens, and the juggling of school, family and home. I am most proud that, I’ve worked 20 to 30 hours a week, gone to school full-time, and finished a degree in four years.

By going back to school and getting my degree I am opening up potentially lots of doors for myself in the future. I am setting a good example for my boys and that no matter what age you are, it is never too late to go back to school and further your education. Education is the key to opening up positions in the workplace that someone without an education would not be able to pursue. The benefits will far out way the time and work that it will take for me to complete my degree. This will be something that I can be proud of and prove to myself and others that no matter how hard the goal may seem or how long it may take you to reach the end results, it is always worth it to follow your dreams. I am extremely motivated to accomplish this goal for myself.