Why Education Matters!

Education matters because...

• Individuals with a bachelor's degree make 98% more in a lifetime than individuals with only a high school diploma. Individuals with a master's degree earn 170% more.
• Approximately 90% of the fastest growing jobs in the United States require some college education.
• College graduates are usually more opened minded and well rounded people. The diversity of a colleges and universities and the social skills you gain will never depreciate.
• College education will never lose value and is of value anywhere in the world.

Solutions to excuses...

• A college education is too expensive.

  The United States Depart of Education will provide $83 billion for financial aid just for this year. There are loans, grants, and scholarships available for students and millions of dollars of private scholarship money go unused every year. For military members, one of the biggest advantages is free education. There are assistance programs that pay for an online degree, 100% paid tuition for eligible members, and the Montgomery GI Bill that provides up to $72,900 for active service members. Dependents may also be eligible for education assistance. The money is out there; you just have to stop making excuses and go find it!

• College is too hard for me.

  Nothing is ever too difficult if you are willing to work hard. No it will not be easy but it is attainable. Keep in mind that many colleges and universities provide tutoring services and you can always ask for help from the professor or classmates. Also, forming study groups allows you to make friends and gain knowledge.

• I don't have time to go to college full-time.

  No problem! Just go part-time. If classes during the keeps you from working there are many evening campuses and many colleges and universities offer online courses. For those in the military there are usually college degree programs available on base.

• I am too old to go to college.

  You are never too old to learn and never too old take advantage of the benefits of a college education! Almost 50% of part-time and full-time students are over 25 years old. You're not alone!

Join the many enhancing their quality of life with a college education!