Never too late : the adult student's guide to college

Summary: A smart, snappy, and comprehensive guide for the millions of adults who are thinking about going--or going back--to college and want to know how to do it right.

Record details

ISBN: 9781620973219
ISBN: 1620973219
Physical Description: print
vi, 376 pages : illustrations, 24 cm
Publisher: New York, NY : The New Press, 2018.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references.

Formatted Contents Note:

Going back to college: The decision, now the questions -- You. An adult. In college. Is this really happening? -- Why do you want to go back to school? -- Tips for exploring new career options -- Making sense of the college landscape -- Comparing colleges and programs -- Smart ways to pay: Tuition as an investment in your future -- It's about time! Finding the program that fits your schedule and timeline -- Face-to-face or cyberspace: Deciding what works for you -- Why learn it twice? -- Apply yourself: Navigating the admissions process -- From service to school: Resources for veterans and their dependents -- Getting college support to succeed -- What if my skills are rusty? -- Lean on them...your personal support system.