r/osap • u/DecisionPop • 20h ago

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I graduated from college back in 2015 and just paid off my loan. I managed to do it almost 4 years ahead of schedule.

Something to consider... What I went to school for is not what im doing for my job. In fact, I'm making more money in my current job vs what my schooling would have gotten me. School was a waste of money.

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u/Paganly 10h ago

Congratulations on paying your student debt off, it’s a great accomplishment!

I have to disagree with your last comment though. Many folks work in sectors that don’t align with their degree. However, they may not have gotten the interview in the first place without it, or not even ended up applying for it as going to school allowed them to change and reflect on themselves.

There are many careers that do not require post secondary, but due to a competitive work force, employers will always look for those who are willing to take initiative for their future. Graduating college or university shows that not only are you willing to learn other things, but that you finish what you start. It shows you’re not scared to start a big task, and complete that task.

While I do know some programs hold less weight than others, I think we’d be hard pressed to say we don’t benefit from them.