Thoughts on continuing studies programs? Options after a few years off?

happymomof1
Tue, 12 Jun 2012 06:53:17 +0000

You can apply anywhere as a transfer. Some institutions will hand your application off to the admissions counselor who is their resident expert on slightly older students, but others will just put your application in the same stack as all the other transfers.

Once you know your major and your budget, email the places that look good to you, and get specific information from them. General Studies might be workable for you at A but not at B. If your major is offered at Vassar, start there. They already know you and have a vested interest in your academic success.

Most students in your situation end up at a home state public U. They work full time, study part-time, and live off campus. If you’d rather live on campus, ask if you can be placed in grad student or student family housing. That way you could live with your age-peers.

Wishing you much success!