College isn’t for everyone, but starting college at a younger age can save time and money. Here are seven tips for starting college at 25, 30, and beyond.

1. Know what you want to study. Don’t go into college thinking you must take every course offered just because you’re enrolled. Instead, focus on specific interests and fill out a course profile to better understand your interests.

2. Get a degree you love. Don’t go into college thinking you need a degree to get a good job. Instead, focus on getting a degree that you’re passionate about.

3. Start early. College is a big commitment, so start planning your studies as soon as you know you want to attend college.

4. Be realistic about your time. College is a long process, and you won’t be able to complete it in one year. So be realistic about the time to devote to your studies.

5. Start budgeting for college. College is expensive, and you’ll need to start budgeting for your tuition and other school expenses as soon as you know you’re going to college.

6. Make use of resources. Many resources are available to help you with your studies, including online courses and tutoring services.

7. Stay positive. College can be challenging, but you can succeed if you stay positive and motivated.