When is it too late to start college? I'm 25 year old wife and mother of four.?

There's no time like the present! All you need to do is find a college that offers the type of degree you're looking for, get all the info and then apply. Since you're planning to go to night school, mostly anyway, it might take a bit longer for a Bachelors. But I'd say that by the time you're 30, you'll have that degree pretty much in hand. And your kids and husband will be cheering for you in the audience!!!

Someone on here said that you've been busy making babies (yes, I gave that person a thumbs down!). What I think is that because you've already taken care of that part of your life, you can now focus on yourself. It's actually a great way to start out. You won't have to worry about taking maternity leave four times because you already have kids. And even if, at some point, you decide to expand your family a bit more, you can always squeeze in a maternity leave. This can all be done. Also, you now have a better idea what you really want to study then right after highschool. You have a different perspective of life and know yourself better.

Look at it from this point of view: by the time you get your degree, your kids are a few years older and on their way to becoming more and more independent. You can then ease yourself into the job market and into a well-paying job. And I am sure that this is something your husband will also appreciate, so he won't have to be the sole breadwinner of the family anymore.

The way I see it, you're in an ideal situation, actually. Most people take care of their education first and then they might drop out for family reasons (babies). That will take several years out of their careers. You won't have that problem. You can just forge ahead!!!

Remember that a career is a long-term endeavour. You're now 25, you say. You have about four (yes, 4!) decades ahead of you to build a great career life!

So...just start out with a few classes. Talk to a college advisor about the load you should handle. And take it one semester at a time.

You'll be fine and you'll be an incredible example to your kids! And it's wonderful that you have a great guy by your side who supports you! But keep in mind that you also might have to study during the day, so you might need some help from someone. Even if it's just hiring someone for a few dollars to come in once/twice a week to just do the laundry for the entire family. That would be money well spent.

Good luck!!!

Rayne,

You are not too late. When I attended college there was an 81 year old woman that began her college career. I do not know if/when she finished it but she was a hoot in class. She got along very well with everyone and always had a great amount of zest in her answers. You just need to take it slow at first and keep in mind that as you progress it may become more difficult for you to keep up at home. I assisted my wife in finishing her degree by picking up the housework and she is now working full time as I am disabled. You can do whatever you decide but education is certainly a plus in this day and age. It will also be good for your children to see you working to0 attain a degree. Have a great time.

Thanks,

Eds

I think that it's never to late! I started college at 30. Way back when I graduated from high school I started working and I was into my career. Than came the company down-sizing. I had to change jobs three times. During the changes I was thinking about going to college, my husband and family was all for it. So I made up my mind, quite my job. Became a stay at home Mom and fulltime student. It wasn't easy, but it was all well worth it. I graduated Dec. 2006! Age was a big issue for me too, Than a former co-worker told me this;"Think about it like this: The years will pass no matter what; So you can let them pass with you going to college or Let them pass without you going to college and the out come will either one You looking back and say "I should have went to college" or "I did go to college. "

It is definitely not too late for you. I am 35, I started back 2 1/2 years ago and I will not graduate for 4 more years. You just have to make up your mind and put in a lot of hard work... you can do it!! Go for it!

People who are retired still go to college. It depends on your objective. Do you want to obtain skills to get a job or satisfy your intellectual interests? The biggest challenge is time commitment and pre-college skills, which you might not have. It will take you a while, more than 4 years.

You could either start with a community college nearby, these colleges are cheaper and usually academically less tough than universities. You can take one or two classes to start. You can even take online classes just to get used to homework, reading, and thinking again. There are also online colleges but they are almost as expensive as universities.

Good luck

Its never too late for school!! You can do a various amount of different things. you can research online classes that why you can be home with your kids and do stuff at your leisure, you can look into a community college just to start getting your feet wet then go to a 4 year college, or you can research night classes at a local university. but dont ever think its too late to go to school... even med school lol :)

It's never too late. I say go for it. Becareful not to overload yourself with too many classes since you still have a full time job of taking care of the house and kids. I suggest one class at a time for the first semester to see how it goes.

I went back to college right after having my 2nd baby at age 30. It can be done, but just make sure you balance your load.

Best to you

Laura

It's never too late. My mom went back to college at age 45. I am now finishing my degree in special education and I have 5 kids. You go girl. Just make sure the kids always know they are priority #1.

No, it's not too late...unless you're six feet under! It will be hard though, but you have the advantage of being older, more settled and mature. At least you won't be running around to all the frat parties trying to get drunk. I think you're to be commended for putting your life on hold to take care of everyone else. Now it's your chance and you should take it, especially since your husband seems willing to help and support your dream. Good luck to you.

There's no such thing as an age-range to get an education. People ask themselves what they want to do when they grow up their entire lives. Life is a lot about changing, so this might very well be your change. And one thing not to do is base your opportunities off of other people's lives. Your life is not theirs and vice versa. Don't get sucked into the common notion that you need to be a teen or early twenties to belong in college.

Heath