How old is the average person when they graduate college?

People of all ages attend college because college doesn’t discriminate age-wise. The average for those graduating with a bachelor’s degree is around 25 years old, however, most people graduate with a bachelor’s degree at 22 years old.

Is it weird to graduate college at 23?

No. It’s still within the range of what would be considered “normal.” Although students theoretically can start college at 18, most seem to start when they’re 19, and thus they graduate when they’re 22–23.

Is it too late to get a bachelor’s degree?

For some, a college degree is the pivotal mark of accomplishment. For others, it’s obtained out of necessity to enter the job market. Regardless of the reason students have for earning their associate, bachelor, or master’s degree, one thing remains true: it’s never too late to get a college degree.

Is it too young to get a bachelor’s degree?

Not at all. Any age is considered appropriate to get a bachelor’s degree. The younger you are (late teens/ early 20’s), the more advantages you have in terms of advancement in the workforce. However, many people who begin college straight out of high school choose a major which they later regret having chosen.

What is the average age of someone with a bachelor’s degree?

So if one who started at age 18, the average age of these people is around 24-26. 25\% of Americans have a Bachelor’s degree. But because many can now acquire the BA more conveniently, the average age is harder to determine. An educated guess would be around 33.

Should you get a college degree after 50?

It does not make sense (most of the time) to get a college degree after 50 in order to reinvent your career. However, getting a college degree after 50 can work for preserving your career, if – and it is a big if – you plan carefully. You must do your research.

Is a college degree still worth it?

The answer is unequivocal yes, but with one big qualification. A college degree no longer guarantees a good job. The main reason it pays better than the job of someone without a degree is the latter’s wages are dropping. If this applies to a high school senior, what about a 50+-year-old who has seen their industry or profession disappear?