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I had the exact same experience at a state school in Texas (Computer Science, graduated 2012). Worked the whole time, paid off what I could, and ended up with
by Ocerge 4y ago
I had the exact same experience at a state school in Texas (Computer Science, graduated 2012). Worked the whole time, paid off what I could, and ended up with ~15k in debt that I paid off within 2 years. I completely understand how college isn't for everyone (or even most people), but it worked perfectly for me. I was not exposed to any CS concepts until college, and probably would never have had this career were it not for my education. I know CS is an extreme outlier in terms of earnings potential, so this is definitely a YMMV situation. I don't think I'd go to school for anything other than something that guarantees a lucrative career, which is unfortunate.
- wil421 4y agoSame experience in Georgia, state school and graduated in 2013 after a few years off in between. I wasn't exposed to programming until college. Worked in the restaurant industry throughout college and was only able to find a good job with my degree. Found a company through a college fair and classmates that started my IT/SE career. I was able to graduate debt free through a small grant and partial help from parents.
- RAIN92 4y agoI hold a CS degree in Europe, for free. I definitely see your point and - as an european outsider - understand and agree with you. However, I think your perspective is strictly linked to the US experience. University should not only be a place to pursue a career, or at least they should not advise it as such. It's a formation experience in different aspects. Obviously, your perspective change when it's so financially demanding.