Is It Worth Going Back to School as an Adult?
Explore the personal, career, and financial benefits of returning to education later in life.
Returning to College; or, The Hero’s Journey (Act 3)
What’s the ultimate destination of the hero’s journey for an adult learner? Graduation . . . and nothing less than personal transformation.
Returning to College; or, The Hero’s Journey (Act 2)
One daunting stage of the hero’s journey entails enduring the obstacles of being a working adult in college—but it also has great rewards.
Returning to College; or, The Hero’s Journey (Act I)
The hero’s journey serves as a useful frame for understanding the challenges and rewards of returning to school as a working adult.
No Worries! How to Manage Stress as an Adult Learner
Chronic worry and stress can damage your health and become a barrier to success. Here’s how to manage stress as you juggle college, work, and life.
(When) Should I Go Back to College?
Deciding when—or whether—to go back to college as a working adult can be tough. Here are some questions to help you make the right choice for you.
The Benefits of College for Adult Learners
Soaring costs might make the benefits of college unclear. But for many adult learners, a degree is still one’s best ticket to security and stability.