For many who can’t readily afford the expense of a “real” university, community college really is a viable option. It’s a great way to exploit opportunities while waiting for better times.
Since they’re local, you can go to school, work, and crash at your folk’s place for the meantime (around 2 years). You learn, earn, and save on rent while working towards your bigger life plans. A few reminders though.
There’s still premium given to BA holders so consider working your way to getting one. Since it’s better to get them at a real university, make sure that any units you’ll be getting in your community college can be credited to a BA program.
Many community colleges have existing relationships with same-state universities that transfers can easily be done given that you meet all of the requirements. Plan out your options well.
Manage your money well. You might get drawn into the whole earning-your-own-money thing that you might forgo the whole degree thing. Higher education does pay most of the time.
