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fromBusiness Insider
1 month agoI couldn't afford to take a gap year in college. So at 53, I retired early and did exactly that.
I went to Texas A&M University. It's a big school in a small-town bubble, where friendliness and tradition rule. I built a good life in Texas. I married a local boy, raised kids, built a career, and did everything the cultural syllabus told me to do. But deep down, I always felt a little out of place, like the transfer student who arrived halfway through the semester.
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fromBusiness Insider
5 months agoMy son has a lot of regrets about college, especially not taking a gap year. But he did one thing right that saved him thousands.
Taking a gap year could have helped to avoid regrets about college and career choices.
Understanding actual career paths and pay scales is crucial before selecting a major.
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