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    Starting chemical engineering at University of Waterloo in my early 30s

    I was in a similar situation as a teenager. I coasted through high school barely showing up to class. It was a place to go a socialize most days. I wouldn't have been successful in University. Going back now if something I want to do. I have a career in I.T. and have no need for a higher...
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    Starting chemical engineering at University of Waterloo in my early 30s

    Thanks for the response Poker-Face. Good to here from someone having a positive experience. I've been getting a little discouraged reading about failure and drop out rates in the more difficult programs. It's something I've wanted to do for a while but I'm just now getting close to the point...
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    Starting chemical engineering at University of Waterloo in my early 30s

    I'm considering leaving my job and enrolling in the chemical engineering program at University of Waterloo. I'm in my early 30's and employed in a Senior I.S. position. I don't have any formal post high school education. Mostly programming and database courses. My wife is going to support us...