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This really depends on where in the world you are located. Posts of this kind always have a bunch of answers along the lines of the parent post. The thing is, t

This really depends on where in the world you are located. Posts of this kind always have a bunch of answers along the lines of the parent post. The thing is, that is largely an American phenomenon, as far as I can tell. At least in Denmark, where I am from, this type of "life-changing experience" usually happens in high school (granted, we're in high school from 16-17-ish till 19-20-ish,) with college being less influential with regards to your social life/experience. For what it's worth, I dropped out in my final year of high school, to freelance, start my own company, and eventually landing a job at a nice startup. So, while I don't regret not finishing and going to college for a single second, I wouldn't trade the 2,5 years in high school for anything in the world. That was the best time ever. So far, anyways.

damoncali 16y ago
Interesting. I'm obviously American. I guess the larger point is that the period in your life from the age of 17-18 to about 21-22 is pretty important (or is that just my American showing again?)
- ichverstehe 16y ago
  You are right, I think. What I was trying to say is, a lot of the people recommending college in these situations cite the "life experience"—which I wholeheartedly agree with—but, that might not be coupled to college :)
  - jkap 16y ago
    That's what I've been seeing a lot too. Almost everyone recommending college over the jobs are life, not potential career benefits. I'm American as well, btw.
    - damoncali 16y ago
      Put another way, what I'm saying is that what you call "life benefits" actually are "career benefits". There is a big picture coupling of the two. Don't short change your life experience - it may or may not be at college, but the job offer is a red herring. As they say - "Youth is wasted on the young". Wrap your mind around that and live your youthful days to the fullest. Prove them wrong.

damoncali 16y ago

Interesting. I'm obviously American. I guess the larger point is that the period in your life from the age of 17-18 to about 21-22 is pretty important (or is that just my American showing again?)

ichverstehe 16y ago
You are right, I think. What I was trying to say is, a lot of the people recommending college in these situations cite the "life experience"—which I wholeheartedly agree with—but, that might not be coupled to college :)
- jkap 16y ago
  That's what I've been seeing a lot too. Almost everyone recommending college over the jobs are life, not potential career benefits. I'm American as well, btw.
  - damoncali 16y ago
    Put another way, what I'm saying is that what you call "life benefits" actually are "career benefits". There is a big picture coupling of the two. Don't short change your life experience - it may or may not be at college, but the job offer is a red herring. As they say - "Youth is wasted on the young". Wrap your mind around that and live your youthful days to the fullest. Prove them wrong.