Getting a College Degree. 5 Myths That Can Stop You From Earning Yours

by Jack Mize

The college experience should not be missed. If you are right out of high school and have the opportunity to go to college, by all

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means do not miss out! But for adults, who for whatever reason missed this chance, going back to college to get your degree or perhaps starting for the first time is a big decision. Work, family and social obligations may make you may wonder if earning a college degree is possible. Well, I'm here to tell you it is. “Night School” is not your only choice. Do not let preconceived notions of the college experience stop you.

1. It costs too much to go back to college. Really? How much does it cost not to have your degree? According to the March 2000 report by the U.S. Census Bureau, college graduates earn an average of 62% more income than

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2. I do not have time to attend classes. I

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know I didn't. That is why I found an alternative. You can earn an entire accredited bachelor's degree without ever stepping foot in a classroom. There are numerous options for getting your degree that do not include campus attendance.

3. I do not have the time to study. Like most Americans, my TV was on constantly. I found by just turning it off I had more than enough time to finish my degree and continue

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4. I'm too

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old. It is never too late to learn. There are many reasons for getting a college degree and experiencing a great sense of accomplishment. Maybe you're past you're working years. Many alternative students, including seniors, are completing their degrees for self satisfaction.

5. It will take too long. This is one of the biggest myths of all. Most people think that tackling a degree will take 6-10 years since it will have to be done part-time. If you take traditional route, you are probably right. However, with the many distance education options, you could complete an entire bachelor's degree in less than a year. Even going at an extremely relaxed pace, you should be finished well under the four years it would take going the traditional route

Jack Mize, the "Degree Wiz" tested out of three years of college in less than one year using credit by examination. He spent less than $3000 total on tution, testing fees and study materials.