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John Peters

Unfortunately many companies today require a Bachelor's Degree. But the expense and 4 year commitment seem so far away sometimes. However there are ways to get a degree.

Here's what I did...

  • I joined the military, spent 4 years there just to get the GI Bill. It paid for my entire college stay. But I had to study really hard to gain scholarships, which also paid the bills.

So even though I received the degree it took me 8 years to get it. I look back now and feel it was the best thing I ever did in my life (earning wise).

  • Our 18 year old granddaughter just joined the Army Reserve which also has a college plan. She only goes to drills once a month on weekends.

Good luck to you Silvia!