Older Students

Despite the soaring cost of higher education, older adult students are apparently still keen on finishing their degrees. A recent survey showed that more than 8 million non-traditional students -- defined as those 23 and older -- are now enrolled in the nation's colleges. However, far too many of them won't ...

This article originally appeared on Schools.com By Amelia Gray Over 3 million students over the age of 35 were enrolled in college courses in 2009, the U.S. Census Bureau reports. If you're considering returning to school as an adult, get ready to join a large and growing trend, but also be sure to arm ...

By Alicia Alford Last year at this time Patricia Brown was a television producer in one of the top markets in the country. Today, she's back in the classroom, pursuing a career in education. Just like more than 7 million other Americans, the recession left Brown without a job. Determined not to develop a "woe is ...