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5 Tips for Going Back to School as an Adult
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Your decision to go back to school was definitely not an easy one! Whether it's finding the money or worrying about tests, going back to school can be stressful for adult students. Now that you have made the decision, it’s time to persist to completion. These five tips can make life a bit easier.

 

Get Financial Help

Unless you’ve won the lottery, money is an issue for almost everyone going back to school. Remember that scholarships aren’t just for young students. Many are available to older students, working moms, non-traditional students of all kinds. Search online for scholarships, including FAFSA (Federal Student Aid), ask your school what kind of financial aid they offer, and while you’re there, ask about work on campus if you’ve got a few extra hours available.

Make a Date with Yourself for Study Time

You have a full life already. For most college kids, going to school is their job. You may very well have a full-time job ,or are looking for one full-time, plus a relationship, children, and a home to care for. You’re going to have to manage your study time if you’re adding school to your already busy schedule.

Choose the hours that make the most sense for you (early morning? noon? after dinner?), and mark them in your date book or planner. You now have a date with yourself. When something comes up during those hours, stay strong, politely decline, and keep your date to study.

 

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