Resources for Adult Learners
Whatever the reason for putting off college, LCCC offers real solutions to help adult learners achieve college and career success.
We understand that adult learners returning to college after years away from school face a unique set of challenges. They have great responsibility, little time, financial obligations, and anxiety about returning to school. At LCCC, adult learners find the right fit for their challenges and their lives. And they bring a wealth of life experience to the classroom which makes the academic experience a more rewarding one.
Services and programs are available to help adult learners transition successfully back into college, or get started for the first time.
It's time to take control of your career and your future.
Can't find the right academic program?
This fall, LCCC will launch a degree program designed for adult learners like you. It is an accelerated program that offers the convenience and support that you need to make your college goal a reality. With features like credit for life experience, accelerated learning, online options, unbelievable flexibility, and a dedicated college advisor, this program is just what you've been looking for.
LCCC also offers more than 80 certificate and degree programs and a University Partnership program to help you earn your bachelor's or master's degree without commuting outside the county.
Can't Find the Time?
Adult learners have a lot of responsibility. The idea of juggling work, family and school obligations can be overwhelming. LCCC offers many services and academic solutions to make the time
commitment of returning to school a manageable one. And our short-term training programs and credit you may already have, your path to a college degree or certificate may be shorter than you think.
Don't have the Money?
Don't let money keep you from making your college dreams come true. College grads make about a million dollars more in their lifetime than high school grads. Can you really afford not to get that degree? The links below offer financial solutions that might help you handle college expenses today so you can get to that good-paying career and start earning what you're truly worth.
Confused about how to get started?
Returning to college, or starting classes years after high school, can cause plenty of anxiety. The links below will answer some of your most common back-to-school questions. Also, don't forget that LCCC's placement assessment (part of the application process) will ensure that you are placed in courses appropriate for your current skill level. Especially in English and math! Check out some of these popular sites: