College worth the cost?

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Originally Posted by dub dub II

Unfortunately for many, me included, it was drilled into our heads that college was a necessity. They didn't think to tell us that we'd be signing away our futures....

The number one rule for college is that you don't take on any loans. If anyone is listening out there, don't make the mistake I made.

good advice. assistantships/diet of pinto beans plus living in a hovel brought me out with zero debt.

[Frank DeForrest]

Originally Posted by slackjaw

Yeah, I remember when I was 18 years old. I'm sure just handing me the equivalent of a college tuition in cash would have been wisely spent and resulted in a flourishing business.

Good point, some like yourself, lack the maturity, but if one has it to excel in college, just think of what could be possible with other life choices.