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Originally Posted by tropicality  I agree with you. I'm currently in business at college and I have learned infinitely more out of school than I have in school, simply because they teach alot of stuff that has NO RELEVANCE whatsoever to what I want to do when I leave college, which amazingly is to own my own business.
I have learned sooo much more from spending time on the internet at home and by going out and meeting entrepreneurs, and going to conferences.
If I could go back I would have instead spent the money, like you say - going to entrepreneurship groups and meetings/conferences around my state to gain some knowledge that would actually be beneficial to my progress.
Another fact you have stated that not too many people ever realize, is that when you just go to college without ever having 'tried it without the safety-net' you maybe absorb knowledge at a rate of 20%, no more! Why? Because at that time you have no idea what you actually need to know!! And because they cover so many random-mundane topics like "What is Harold's theory on economics" "What is Krock's theory of human behaviour in a group" Blah blah blah
The way to really 'learn' is to get your feet wet and realize WHAT you need to know, then you can focus in on that information and absorb it at a comprehension rate of 90%+
So far the only positive aspect I see to being in college, is as someone else mentioned, the networking part of it, getting to meet alot of like-minded people. Although even then I don't see that as being a huge bonus - I've always been years ahead of everyone that I hang around with and that includes everyone I have met (so far). No wonder every single person whose ever asked me how old I am (I always then ask, how old do you think I am?) Has ALWAYS said 4-5 years older than I actually am, and thats about 35~ times.
Besides, a degree in my opinion is worthless unless, just maybe, you want to be a supervisor or a manager, even then all it takes is to meet the right person and display the appropriate behaviour and chances are you are off to a great start getting that position without a degree. |
Very well said -- I couldn't agree more.
To the OP: If you're unsure, I recommend you try auditing some classes. That way, you receive the allegedly wonderful college experience without paying the ridiculous fees.
I spent two years at college. My major was Computer Science.
I've quit for now, and it's the best decision I made.
Don't waste the time and money if you don't want to. Pursue what resonates with you, and follow your dreams.
Good luck!