Pursuing A College Degree

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The thing that motivates me most to pursue a college degree is the fact that I have put this off for far too long. Many of my peers are already done with or are starting their Master’s degrees. I really have no legitimate excuse as to why I’ve put this on the back burner. I was just having fun enjoying life, I guess. I’m definitely at a place in my life where I am ready to take this seriously because I understand the importance of education.

Purpose: My main purpose in seeking a college degree is to better prepare me for a career after retirement.

Values: Some of the values that I am demonstrating are that it's never too late to go back and do something that you've always wanted to do. It’s also never too late to go back and do something

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