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What is an
Adult Student?

Adult students (often described as non-traditional students) are defined as those adult college students over 25 years of age.

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Did You Know?

Approximately one-third of adults participated in some kind of education.

Several researchers have shown that adult students achieve higher grades than traditional students.

We Love Adult and Non-Traditional Students!

adult continuing education college degree for adult students This site is geared for the adult student. There is no better investment than education, and this is true at any age. Adults returning to school may have concerns such as how to receive financial aid, day care, or just simply being "rusty". We can help teach you how to avoid these obstacles.

We have great articles and a comprehensive college directory listing schools and colleges focused on the returning adult student.

As an adult student you may find that you:
  • Never attended college, but always wanted to;
  • Are currently working without a degree and want to upgrade skills or move into a new career area;
  • Attended college previously, but were unable to complete a degree;
  • Completed a degree program, but want to upgrade employment skills or to move into a new career area;
  • Are coming to the United States with credits or a college degree from another country, but need additional college courses to practice their career in the US.
Whatever your reason is for returning to school we can help. Many of the colleges listed in our comprehensive directory cater to you. Please visit these school websites and review their programs. Many of these schools offer complimentary information on request. Take advantage of this where applicable.

As an extra bonus this site provides one of the most up to date listings of online college degree programs. We know that as an adult or non-traditional student you may not be able to attend a traditional classroom college. The online college programs we have listed are among the best available and often specialize in programs geared for the adult returning student.

Why Return to College?

As you can see from the table below, average salaries change rapidly with the acquisition of a degree, and the higher the degree the better off you will be.

  • High School Grad $29,200
  • Associate Degree $36,400
  • Bachelor Degree $47,000
  • Master Degree $56,600


    • Rewards are not just monetary, but in the quality of your life. You can find a better and more interesting job, with increased recognition of your abilities. Adult and continuing education are hard work, but organization and time management are the key - and the difference to your life can be immense.

    Start today and launch a new career! Click here for a comprehensive list of colleges that specialize in education opportunities for adult students listed by career discipline.