So, do ya think a 35yo guy can go back to school full time?

[OC]

Well?

[nickel]

are you talking about the thread starter? :shrug:


and i say, "yes, a 35yo guy can go back to school full time."

[chrissy]

Why not OC? I am :) but then again, I am not 35 and not a guy, so that maybe some reasons why I can and you think you can't :P

[OC]

Originally posted by nickelback
are you talking about the thread starter?Yep.


Originally posted by chrissy
Why not OC? I am :) but then again, I am not 35 and not a guy, so that maybe some reasons why I can and you think you can't :P :P It's not so much that I think I can't. I'm just looking for words of encouragment. :)

I'm getting really down about my chosen career - that'll be no surprise to many of you - so I'm looking in other directions. I'm thinking of studying literature and history. It's almost not even a degree thing, though I do want one. It's also that I'm not as well-versed in some things that a guy my age should be, imho. No one can change that but me, right? Right. *nods firmly*

The trick will be to earn enough money whilst learning to keep living... :|

[mojo]

wow, your mom wants that "my son is an honor student" bumper sticker pretty bad huh :hihi:

[OC]

Originally posted by mojo
wow, your mom wants that "my son is an honor student" bumper sticker pretty bad huh :hihi: :neartears

[RoniMan]

Originally posted by mojo
wow, your mom wants that "my son is an honor student" bumper sticker pretty bad huh :hihi:

:D


Originally posted by OC
It's not so much that I think I can't. I'm just looking for words of encouragment.

go for it!
:thumbup:

anything else we can do for ya? just ask! :P

seriously tho, do you think going back to school will help? if so, go for it. if not look for other alternatives. have you read rich dad poor dad?

[NuTs62]

if yoss can get a real girl, you can go back to school full time! ;)

oh wait, I was supposed to be encouraging.. :P

the sky is the limit. you can certainly go back! may take some adjustments. You have an advantage now more than before -- hopefully you've become more responsible, and know what you are truly capable of (not that you didn't before, but it should be more clear now than when you were younger)

[psycho-]

DUde, most peeps in my grad school are late 20s, quite a few 30-40 year olds. They can totally hang. Age isn't an issue as much as will. I'm on the younger end of the spectrum.

[le_stick]

Sure you can dude. My brother just got his M.S in C.S last May, and
he is 38!!!! Of course, he went to one of those compress class, but
the degree is still accredit <--- spelling.
So go for it, life is too short, just enjoy the moment if/while you can, and follow your heart. Of course, you have to think about
your stomach too......:D ....that is you still have to work while you are in school.....:(

[K2]

always learning.. no matter what age..


plus there are tons of girls on campus ;)

[whitak24]

sure.

my mom went back to college when she was 42 (granted, she wasn't entirely full-time, but she also had a family of 5 she was taking care of).

just make sure that what you want to study is really going to help you be happier (as opposed to just trying to change the scenery instead of trying to figure the real reason you're feeling down).

[Joshua]

did you ever see the Rodney Dangerfield movie "Back to School"?

[revil]

I see plently of old bastards in the cs program. there's even a pregnant chick. if you got the time and inclination, I say go for it. But if all you're going to do is **** around like those prissy frat boys and sorority chicks, don't bother.

[OC]

So, what are y'all tryin to say? :P

[nickel]

Originally posted by SnotRocket
did you ever see the Rodney Dangerfield movie "Back to School"?

trying to say if Rodney can do it anyone can :P

[ufcrusher]

Although the core of most graduate schools are students just out of college or only a year or two out...there are a lot of "non-traditional" students who are enrolled. A lot of it comes down to the fact that most non-traditional students are very determined however some have forgotten how to study or no longer want to put the time in. So I guess it comes down to the following:

If you are willing to due the time, be the old man of the class, and be able to use your many years of experience to your advantage, then by all means go for it. Just make sure that it is actually something that you are interested in and not just trying to find yourself.

[dbax791]

Sure - we had many 30+ folks in grad school.

The best argument I heard is that in 3 years your gonna be 38 whether or not you have a graduate degree. So if its something you want, go for it.

[mojo]

overclocked: "you're young! you don't have an upstairs!"
yoss: "you're old! you don't have a downstairs!"

[chrissy]

Originally posted by ufcrusher
Although the core of most graduate schools are students just out of college or only a year or two out...there are a lot of "non-traditional" students who are enrolled. A lot of it comes down to the fact that most non-traditional students are very determined however some have forgotten how to study or no longer want to put the time in. So I guess it comes down to the following:

If you are willing to due the time, be the old man of the class, and be able to use your many years of experience to your advantage, then by all means go for it. Just make sure that it is actually something that you are interested in and not just trying to find yourself.

Yeah, think about it OC, you can use your years of experience and snag a couple younger girls who are looking for someone older and has "many years experience" :naughty:

[Jihforce]

only if you're financially sound and can afford to go back to school.
I believe the cut off for loans and grants is 25yrs old from what i understand.

[whitak24]

Originally posted by Jihforce
only if you're financially sound and can afford to go back to school.
I believe the cut off for loans and grants is 25yrs old from what i understand.
not true. you can receive federal assistance at basically any age. and unless you're in professional school, taking out loans beyond what the feds will give you is pretty risky.

[ray]

OC,

As long as you are willing to endure the thought processes and change in pattern of thought to adapt to the academic environment, I think that going back to school may be a nice change for you. The opportunities are waiting for you, but you just have to make that choice. I'm sure you've already given it plenty of thought and maybe it is the right thing to do. Here is my suggestion if you are still unsure.

Enroll in some night courses that interest you for this coming summer. If you enjoy the night courses and feel like you can pursue some type of graduate degree, then I say you apply for 1st semester 2004. Those applications are typically due by september if i'm not mistaken.

No matter what, i wish you the best of luck. If it makes you feel any better, I too am considering graduate school. I absolutely LOVE working and i HATED undergrad, but the people I work with have no aspirations in life..they're basically happy with the way things are. I'm one who would rather deal with the academic strain (I don't enjoy focusing on academia) and be surrounded with people who have goals in life, than work in an environment where everyone's happy...even though i'm a total workaholic.

[Tag]

I have read a lot of good positive advise here.
We must always continue to learn.......

What do you expect to gain from additional schooling? What career path will this permit you to take? What are your financial obligations? current / long term?

Just a few thoughts.

I am sure you will be happy with whatever you choose.

[Merlin]

Jeez what a choice. Either choose to be educated by the time you are 40 or accept being as dumb as you are now. :P Either way you will (hopefully) be 40 some day. Go back. Learn something. Enjoy yourself. You won't regret it. And if you choose not to go don't start any threads bitching about "what if"

[cheapie]

Originally posted by dbax791
Sure - we had many 30+ folks in grad school.

The best argument I heard is that in 3 years your gonna be 38 whether or not you have a graduate degree. So if its something you want, go for it.


that's awesome! i'll have to tuck that away.

[speedracer120]

Definitely go for it. Try to look for a commuter school which will raise the average age higher and you won't feel as out of place amongst young'ns. I went to a state school with a lot of students that were mostly in their late thirties. I highly discourage you from going the history major route. Maybe minor in history, but major is sort of pointless. Won't help career wise unless you plan on teaching high school.

[Peachhead]

Absolutely. If I could afford it, I would.
At some point in life you have to look out for yourself and what makes you happy! If another profession is it, then go for it!!

and good luck! :D

[coleslaw]

There was an 80+ year old guy in the history classes that I took. It was a dual-level course, so I think he had to have been an grad student. Anyway, if he can do it, anyone can! :D

[eSDee]

Go for it OC, you can definitely do it. A good friend of mine just got his degree in Psychology, at the ripe age of 36. It was a great accomplishment for him because he had never even considered going to college until about 5 years ago, and then he just put his head down and did it. I think he felt like the old guy in all his classes, but from what I can remember from your pics you don't look that old. You shouldn't have to worry about it.

Plus, think of all the young hunnies that you will be in study groups with ;) That is enough for me to want to go back and get another degree :D

[gear02]

I think there was this older guy at my school that I saw a lot, mainly in the school cafeteria.

I can tell you that while many people will look at you as though you are a lost parent or some strange dude, most people will admire you because you are pursuing an education at an older age. It's good.

[Merlin]

Originally posted by coleslaw
There was an 80+ year old guy in the history classes that I took. It was a dual-level course, so I think he had to have been an grad student. Anyway, if he can do it, anyone can! :D

Why would an 80+ year old take history? I mean can't he just remember the stuff. Sounds like an easy "A" for him in that class. ;)

[Merlin]

Originally posted by gear02
I think there was this older guy at my school that I saw a lot, mainly in the school cafeteria.


Are you sure he wasn't the janitor? :hihi:

[gear02]

Janitors don't eat in the cafeteria...they know better :D

[molecularfire]

I know plenty people >35 in my school who went back to school after some years off to have a life. They generally kill the curve.

[Dave_7]

Originally posted by overclocked
So, do ya think a 35yo guy can go back to school full time?


No... turn up the Miracle-Ear and get a job, grandpa. :P





Dave.