<p>I've been trying to get into my local state university for a pretty long time now and basically after horrible customer service, no answered emails and basically myself thinking they don't give a darn, I've found out that they want me to convert my Associates in Science into a Associates in Arts before I can attend their University. </p>
<p>Meaning, they want me to attend my local community college and get this done first then apply back next year. The problem is me being 30 and broke and I need a good job, something that can provide for me in a good sense. I really don't want to wait 4 or 5 years to get this degree which is what eventually this will take. </p>
<p>I've been considering for profit schools like <a href="http://www.devry.edu%5B/url%5D">www.devry.edu</a> or <a href="http://www.fmu.edu%5B/url%5D">www.fmu.edu</a> or even <a href="http://www.aiu.edu%5B/url%5D">www.aiu.edu</a> and I know this are basically the school versions to AOL because they spam every billboard, t.v and so forth but I've been trying o figure out if these degrees hold any weight whatsoever. I know they are accredited pretty high but can they provide jobs for their students? Especially after the fact they are $10,000 a year average cost. I am a financial aid goldmine since I've very poor, I should get at least half that knocked straight off. </p>
<p>I don't know what to do with this, I got a pell grant for 2000 from the state university and I can use that with the community college but I don't want to wait 5 years.</p>
<p>It's their system. change your major to fit the A.A.S.. </p>
<p>Paying for the sins of the past is never easy. If you're not willing to commit to getting your undergrad, then go for those other "schools" you listed.</p>
<p>fyi, i'm also non-traditional.</p>
<p>I gotta run...</p>
<p>What? So you mean change my major to fit the Associates of Science program?</p>
<p>what's ur major anyways?</p>
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<p>These schools are total ripoffs. Your AA degree is worth more than a degree from any of them.</p>
<p>agree. If u don't want to follow the route of going to cc and transfering and there are no other options, a better thing to do would be becoming a police officer or firefighter, etc.</p>
<p>Although there have been some exceptions.</p>
<p>Business Administration is my major.</p>
<p>But I'm just gonna get my AA first then transfer over, I'm already 30 been broke for years might as well continue with it till I graduate, lol</p>
<p>For the love of God, don't go to FMU.
If you don't mind my asking, what local uni are you dealing with? There are other state schools in FL, and you should explore those options if one of them doesn't meet your expectations. If dealing with administration is a headache now, imagine doing this when there's a problem with your fin. aid application and they're asking you for a form you submitted twice already. Or, maybe there's a problem with your registration and you end up missing out on a class you needed because it filled up while they took too long sorting out the mess. Are they incompetent, mean, or both? Because these are the people that will be helping you with questions or concerns.</p>
<p>I'm dealing with Florida Internation University. Their a good school but their Customer Service sucks a big one.</p>
<p>It sounds to me like you haven't committed to completing your undergrad degree.</p>
<p>Change your major at what ever college you transfer to so your AAS transfers. This will save you the time and money from going back and pulling thirty credits at the CC. If you do go back and get the AA, be careful, many colleges don't like transfers with more than 60 credits... unless they meet a few core requirements.</p>
<p>Yes, there are a lot of pressures that impact us 30-somethings that return to finish their undergrad degrees. Far more than any traditional transfer student. I gave up a 6 figure career to return to school. Every year spent pursuing my dream is very expensive for me. I just grew tired of having to change jobs every three years.</p>
<p>There are some excellent books out there that can help you get through this. Go to your local Barnes & Noble and pick one up.</p>
<p>If you aren't patient, then go to one of the trade schools you mentioned. Just don't expect to go to grad school or impress anyone in the Fortune 1000. </p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>Have you looked into FAU? I've heard that their business school is very good. Main campus might be a bit of a commute, but they do have a Ft. Lauderdale campus. I realize that boarding is probably not appealing to you, so I doubt you'd be interested in UCF, FSU, or UF. FAU may have the same requirements as FIU, in which case, you should try to comply. All things being equal, though, you should definitely consider the treatment you get from university representatives in making your college decisions.</p>
<p>One thing I don't understand: Why do they want you to go back to CC? If you apply for transfer, they should do a credit evaluation. Maybe some of your classes won't transfer, but you can make those up at whatever school you go to.</p>
<p>Because only 39 credits transferred over outta 60 so they said I need a bunch of classes that I must take in order to pass the college prequisites (lol). Anyways they told me it would be cheaper to take those classes at a CC than at their University which is what I am doing.</p>
<p>I need I think about 7 classes first, I cannot transfer over my A.S degree, they want a A.A since it meets all the requirements.</p>
<p>You only need seven classes??? You can do that in one year or less. And yes, it is cheaper than going to FIU for the time being. Consider taking your seven classes at a community college a blessing. </p>
<p>I would also not advise you to go to Devry or any one of those for-profit schools. Not that I have a problem with them, but they are not the same as going to a traditional institution. They have a narrow teaching approach whereby they tend to focus on your major and I think it is better to have a well-rounded education. I think you have a better chance of impressing future employers by taking your education seriously and being patient. Remember: your education is an investment in your future; don't waste your money on instant gratification.</p>
<p>By the way, I'm 27 and I was just accepted into USC (Annenberg School for Communication). I'm walking away from a very good job handling commercial insurance accounts to go to USC. It's a big sacrifice. I'm going to be broke for a while, but I see it as an investment in my future success.</p>
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<p>spyderman, why did you give up a 6 figure job to go back to school? i need details because im curious</p>
<p>thx</p>
<p>Couldn't get promoted w/o degree. Got tired of changing jobs every change in management. I'd always last until the next VP came in...</p>