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On one of the comments you wrote, you said you're not in a financial situation that is life-threatening. I'd like to ask start from here. Would going to a commu
by blacksoil 12y ago
On one of the comments you wrote, you said you're not in a financial situation that is life-threatening. I'd like to ask start from here. Would going to a community college be an option for you? I myself went to a 2-year community college then transferred to a 4-year university, majoring in computer science. It had helped me landing a job in one of the most well-known tech companies.
When I was in a community college, I was under the impression that it was not too hard to get some financial aid. Would it be possible for you to work part-time while studying?
- jessehorne 12y agoI am going to look into the community college option for sure and I believe I could handle it with a part time job (if it was more than minimum wage, I think). Financial aid is a good thing too that I will look into once I move forward with the option. Thank you
- blacksqr 12y agoYour mention of community college reminded me that I had a friend in similar circumstances several years ago (young, bright, but inexperienced and no contacts, plus in his case new country). I advised him to take a programming course at the local community college, but I told him the greatest value he'd get was almost certainly not what he would learn in class, but the connections he would make with students and faculty. Fortunately for him (and for my reputation as a sage) before the first semester was over the boss of one of his fellow students literally knocked on his door to recruit him. At the time he was sleeping on his brother's couch. Don't be afraid to ask for help from family if it's available, it can be crucial, and one day you'll return the favor.