Played with programming from age 7 to 17 (basic, php, java). Went to a decent public university (blessed with a full scholarship), not very motivated, got a BA

Played with programming from age 7 to 17 (basic, php, java). Went to a decent public university (blessed with a full scholarship), not very motivated, got a BA in creative writing, 3.1 GPA, but squeezed in two CS classes during that time. Later went back very motivated to same university for BS in CS, 3.9 GPA, completed in 4 semesters (consecutive, including a summer term), no scholarship, total tuition cost ~$28K. Worked out really well for me - definitely got my value for the 18 months and $28K to get CS degree - learned a ton. Been working in start ups ever since. I wish more universities were welcoming of students to return like mine was, I am super grateful for the second chance. Sharing my story as a counterpoint to the overwhelming cynicism about universities in the United States. I am 29 now.