Back to School: The College Guide for AdultsAbstract: Detailed information and guidelines for adults going to, or returning to, college are presented in this book. Fourteen chapters detail: considering going to college; choosing a program of study; choosing a college; ways to get credit for present knowledge; ways to increase chances of acceptance; how to finance a degree; ways to balance work, family and college demands; registering for courses and going to classes; professor and student relationships; developing education skills; resources for coping with college; students' rights; reassessing goals and performance; and life after college. Case studies; resources for further information; glossary of college terms; information on accrediting agencies; and state sources of grant and loan information are included. (mp). |
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Choosing the Right Program | 17 |
Which program?Identifying goals determining necessary educa | 32 |
Choosing the Right College | 37 |
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