Thinking about school... need some help...

[klollie]

You should look into some online universities that let you work at your own pace and work around your current job schedule.

I know Devry, University of Pheonix, and Strayer University offer online prgrams.

[Killer]

You should look into some online universities that let you work at your own pace and work around your current job schedule.

I know Devry, University of Pheonix, and Strayer University offer online prgrams.

i've thought about it... BUT that really doesn't give you the same "clout" as going to an actual college does... know what i mean?

[ironchef]

i've thought about it... BUT that really doesn't give you the same "clout" as going to an actual college does... know what i mean?

It really doesn't from what I've heard.

I think you're best bet would be to really research the engineering field, see what you like and dislike, how the job market is, saturated/unsaturated, is the field growing, potential risk for outsourcing/offshoring, etc.

Just cause your roommate does it, doesn't mean its a surefire thing. You might start to do it, then hate it.

Otherwise, If I were you I'd go down to maybe Georgia Tech, have a chat with admissions and some counselors. Admissions will be able to tell you about financial aid, and counselors will give you more insight on the programs they have, what they offer, potential outcomes, etc.

But, if you do go somewhere like Tech, be prepared to bust serious ass.

[Killer]

It really doesn't from what I've heard.

I think you're best bet would be to really research the engineering field, see what you like and dislike, how the job market is, saturated/unsaturated, is the field growing, potential risk for outsourcing/offshoring, etc.

Just cause your roommate does it, doesn't mean its a surefire thing. You might start to do it, then hate it.

Otherwise, If I were you I'd go down to maybe Georgia Tech, have a chat with admissions and some counselors. Admissions will be able to tell you about financial aid, and counselors will give you more insight on the programs they have, what they offer, potential outcomes, etc.

But, if you do go somewhere like Tech, be prepared to bust serious ass.

yeah, he went to tech.. i know that place is hardcore... so i'm not sure about that... BUT as far me liking it.. you're right i need to look into it more to figure out exactly field i want to go into.. BUT from what i could tell i would love to have the job he has...

he was telling me there were probably some two year schools i could go to instead of a four year... so i may look into that route...

[quickdodge®]

You should look into some online universities that let you work at your own pace and work around your current job schedule.

I know Devry, University of Pheonix, and Strayer University offer online prgrams.

Fucc online schools. Lazy, cheap education. Check out most of your Tech schools, Killer. Dekalb Technical Institute, Devry are a couple of good ones. I'd be weary of the newer schools like Strayer and center most of my attention on established schools. Later, QD.

[Killer]

Fucc online schools. Lazy, cheap education. Check out most of your Tech schools, Killer. Dekalb Technical Institute, Devry are a couple of good ones. I'd be weary of the newer schools like Strayer and center most of my attention on established schools. Later, QD.

thanks... i'll look into both..


now does anyone want to make a donation to the "send killers broke ass to school" fund? lol


i think my biggest worry is my income while i attend school.... i work full time now.. and am always cutting it close at the end of the month.. (one i'm retarded with money and am a huge impulse buyer...) my parents live in blue ridge.. and besides that there is no way i would ever live with them again.. i've been out on my own now for 4 years... rent anywhere near atlanta is just ridiculous i don't see how students can survive without money from parents/family... and there is no way i'm getting that either...

what kinds of things to scholarships cover? just schooling and that's it?

[GIXXERDK]

You should look into some online universities that let you work at your own pace and work around your current job schedule.

I know Devry, University of Pheonix, and Strayer University offer online prgrams.

Dont listen to her, if you want to do this, do it RIGHT.


Best bet for you is to see if you qualify for grants/financial aid, first. If not, I would save up at least 3 semesters in.

Georgia Perimeter College has admission guarantees to 4 year university systems in GA. If you can get into Georgia Tech/Southern Poly, great! Dont waste your time with online schools, they overcharge for courses that arnt even accredited. I have a couple friends who ended up taking the same courses all over again. If time is that valuable, GPC offers online courses which credits the same as in-class courses, but I think its a little more costly.