<p>Does the following scenario have any value as a "hook" for admissions?</p>
<p>The starting line: A securities trading account which started in the mid-four figures.</p>
<p>The finish line: I'm trying to turn my account into enough money to attend university. The two relatively affordable universities I'm interested in attending cost about $44,000 each for two years. The university I'm most interested in attending at this time costs about $77,000 for two years. Worse, financial aid will be limited or nonexistent due to the fact that I'm seeking a second Bachelor's degree. Moreover, the latter university is a reach. Hence, my interest in having a hook.</p>
<p>If I can pull this off - it obviously won't be easy - does this have any value as a hook?</p>
<p>Success in trading demonstrates much more than just luck. It took years of studying financial markets to get to the point where this is even a serious question. Trading requires dedication - you have to constantly watch the markets. Trading requires discipline - one greedy move can wipe out your account.</p>
<p>FWIW, the original contents of the trading account was my own earned income. So if I pull this off, I'll be putting myself through university with my own money. (A good thing, as my family isn't supportive of my goals at all.)</p>
<p>Thanks in advance!</p>