First Person Adult Learner Stories

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Dawn from Rochester went "Back To Learn" and completed her masters degree online.
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Thinking about going back to college? You're not alone! These successful adult learners are proof: You can achieve your dreams!

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First Person Stories

After 20 years away from college, she went back to learn for a job in healthcare
I surprised myself with how well I was able to acclimate to online learning.

Working mom earned bachelor’s degree in 16 months
Short courses, evening and online classes helped this single mom achieve her bachelor's degree

Started at traditional, finished online
Eleven years after starting a degree on campus, she finished her studies online

Career change in the cards
Excited about his future again after learning new skills

Use the college’s advisers
Taking advantage of the support system at college helped this adult learner succeed

Ready to try something new
A flexible schedule and a payment plan help her learn a new skill

Salvaging an undergrad career
Finishing the college degree I started 15 years ago helped me progress professionally

Online degree success
An online degree gave me a sense of community and flexibility

Making it through
I chose Marygrove College when I went back to school—and am proud of who I've become

Looking for more opportunity
Eric Ebanks went back to college to make himself more marketable

Keeping your goals in perspective
Going to college was one of my life's goals. It also taught me how to balance work, family, education and fun

Finishing The Job
After more than 25 years, I returned to college for my bachelor’s degree

It’s never too late to go back to school
My academic adviser helped me stay on track to graduate

Learning more about my field
Carving out time for homework and studying might translate into a higher salary

From community college to bachelor’s degree
A dedication to her education helped this single mom succeed in college

Broadening my health care skills
Read all the fine print before picking a college program

Considering a growing career
Her goal is a degree in interior design—while raising two young kids

Starting in a different career field
Off of disability and into a new career in animation

Teaching is my goal
This husband and dad's number-one priority is to become a teacher

Fast-paced degree
A craving for a better life led this mother back to learn

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