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I've never been diagnosed with Asperger's. I've just learned about it recently and looking at the symptoms, I have no doubt in mind that I do have it and I'm about to get tested by a psychologist next week.

My question is what do I do now in regards to college.

When I do start applying for colleges, I'll be applying as an "adult returning student". I've been out of college for 2-3 years now. I was a student at a top 30 uni for 4 years and almost had the credits to graduate but due to low grades (below 2.0), I dropped out.

I'm 26 years old and I'm curious in knowing how colleges evaluate adult apps that have had lots of years of college experience.

What should I do in the meantime? Should I go to a CC and take a few courses there to show that I'm ready. Are my college choices realistic if I'm considering schools like USC/Rice/Duke/Illinois/Indiana/U of California schools/Northeastern?

Also, at my age, I cannot claim to be a dependent of my parents anymore. This is actually a benefit for some as my income will determine my need? which means I'll be getting lots of fin aid.


If I am diagnosed with asperger's, will this help me at all in the application process?

I am an adult student, too. I started at a community college...not just because it is less expensive but also, because community
colleges are more able to provide services to adults returning to college. In addition, community colleges give you the chance
to brush up on skills you have forgotten since high school...and the opportunity to "prove" that you are serious and disciplined
about your educational goal. We all need to have goals in life...otherwise we tend to wander and lose focus in life.

Many community colleges have "transfer" articulations with 4-year colleges and it is easy to transfer your community college
course credits that way.

At community colleges, you can also take "baby steps" and start out parttime...and still have a small job that brings in some
money for expenses.

Hi man and welcome to WP.

I'm one too, being an adult student is the best decision ever.

I was about your age, if not older, when I decided to went back to uni. If one starts at this age, it's because you are TRULY interested in studying, and it will show, in your work and in your grades.

good luck!

welcome to WP!

I returned to University as a mature (adult) student two years ago.. it's a challenge but as long as you get the proper care/help needed, it can be done. I started as a part-time student, although I'm presently taking an educational leave to re-think some career goals

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Life is a journey, let's ride

I was 36 when I returned to school and got my Bachelors at 39.

I am an adult student. I will be 28 next month, and I am a junior in college.

Tim