You’ve Done the Partying Already
You’re more likely to get better grades as a student. You’re there for the studying, rather than living the student life. You’ve done all the partying before now, and there is much less to deter you from studying for your degree.
You’ll be at the top of your class, while everyone else is going out partying each night.
You’ve Gained Life Experience
You’ll be surprised at how beneficial life experience is in the studying environment. Not only will this help with buckling down, but it will help you look at problems differently.
You bring a different dynamic within your projects, and can utilise your previous experience within the workplace to help with your grades.
Your Confidence Rocks
It’s nerve-wracking being an 18-year-old student on the first day. But as a 25-year-old+ student you will have more confidence. This can only help you.
You will feel better in yourself while at classes, and find it easier to make friends. People will also look to you for inspiration as they see your confidence, which also helps with making friends.
Less Chance of a Waste-of-Time Degree
So many teenagers choose a degree that will not help them in life. This could be because they don’t know what they want to do, but it is also because they simply want to get to university or college to have some fun.
It’s just a waste of time and money. When you decide to become a mature student, there is less chance of wasting this time. You have a clearer idea of what you want to do, and how you get there.
Coursework Isn’t as Stressful
Remember all that life experience? Well, it will play well when it comes to coursework and exams. You won’t feel as stressed, but you’re more likely to know when to stop and ask for help.
This is beneficial to lecturers since they know that when you do email them it is for a genuine reason. You’ve tried to work it out already. You become one of their favourites, and that can open other doors for you.
Employers Still Want You
Stop worrying about employment prospects afterwards. There are still chances that employers will want you.
There is more to a job than age. Experience plays a major part. Your previous work experience could be just what they need to make you stand out from your younger counterparts.
However, there is also the chance of your life experience helping you out here. While they shouldn’t legally look into this, many will consider that you’ve finished with starting a family, and you’re ready to focus on your career.
]]>You may not think about it right now, but eventually your children will face tuition fee costs. These constantly increase, and getting loans is not always guaranteed. You want your children to have the best chance in life, which means going to the best school and doing the best course. Money shouldn’t have to get in the way. With that in mind, here are some tips to make affording tuition fee costs easier.
Start Saving Right Now
There is no time like the present. Start saving money for your children’s future as soon as you can. Just a little bit each month will add up along the years. For example, $5 a month for the first year of your child’s life is $60. That works out to be over $1000 by the end of the 18 years. It’s definitely better than nothing.
Ask Family Members to Help Out
Talk to your parents and maybe siblings about the cost of college and saving up. Your parents will want their grandchildren to have the best chance at college, so will likely be happy to help with the saving. Another $5 per month from each couple (assuming both sets of parents are still living together) is an extra $10 per month. That works out to be an extra $120 per year, and over $2,000 extra by the end of the 18 years. It’s again not a lot but that’s something most people can save and helps.
Know the Costs Upfront
Make sure you do some research into the cost of colleges. Yes, they can change over time, but having a rough idea right now will help you in the long run. You can break down the amount that you need to save each month to make sure you reach your target. This is an amount you can break down between the grandparents too so that it is easier to reach.
Is It the Best Account?
Are you putting the money in the best type of account? Long term savings accounts usually offer the best interest rates, but that can change at any minute. You want to check the terms and make sure the interest is favourable for you. Remember, the higher the interest, the less you have to saving in the long run.
Find Ways of Saving Money
Does your child really need to go to an Ivy League school? While these are sought after, they’re not always suitable. Instead of focusing on the most expensive school, look at other options. Consider schools closer to home to help cut down the cost of accommodation. This will be something you need to consider a little closer to the time though.
Talk to the Schools
The schools do have grants and scholarships, which are worth finding out about. The more you talk to them and push them, the more likely they are to offer you more money. This will also depend on grades and other things that a child offers for the school.