lol 1000% don't stress about it. I actually rushed into college and ended up hating what i was pursuing. I took so many classes for pre-medical and when i shadowed doctors and worked in the healthcare setting it was not for me, and i found i always enjoyed the maths and sciences in college. I didn't go back until 27 years old and guess what, i'm actually pursuing something im genuinely interested now that i've matured and had time to understand my interests. it's simply different for everyone, i think as you continue to age you will grow to understand how superficial this issue is in retrospect. just do you and build yourself in a way that makes you happy
This is similar to me. I was working in health care so I decided to take pre med classes and I absolutely hated it. I noticed I was really enjoying the math classes that were required for the degree so I ended up changing to math - I’m 26 and I’m actually glad I waited until I was mature to make such a huge financial decision of taking on student loans and surveying the opportunities post-college that await me
I started university at 25 years old. I am taking a bachelor in physics and hoping to get a PhD within theoretical physics. I felt alot of pressure thinking about how old i will be when I'm done with my education, but honestly I wouldn't change anything As my father told me when I started to feel like I was wasting my life. " A few years delayed is nothing in the grand scheme of things. it's much better spending those years finding something you truly love doing and being happy with the field you work in, then rushing into a job and ending up spending your whole life working a job you dislike feeling like you wasted your life and regretting you never spent more time finding your passion". So to anyone feeling *too old* to start university or switching jobs, it's never too late. We have an old gentleman at the age of 57 years old studying with us. Just spend time finding out who you are and work hard towards your passion and you will have a beautiful life!
I went into a job I didn't love but didn't hate. I'm glad I did. I don't hate Mondays and I still have weekends off to pursue anything that interests me.
That's all nice and well but you shouldn't forget that many people don't have a passion.They have fields of interests they like. That's not the same. Furthermore, considering the financial situation before getting started makes sence.And, last not least, what kind of job do you want to get after your graduation? You need a goal, not just an interst in the subject.Then, if things don't work out and the carrer you were aiming for is unrealistic, do you have a plan B? This is all important to figure out before you start.It'll influence your motivation and the results of your efforts.
@@charlottepeukert9095 ofc all of that's important. But what I wrote was directed towards the people that have a passion. I fully respect that not everyone want to dedicate their whole life's towards a certain thing, and i didnt want to suggest that the only way to be happy is following some form of passion, obviously alot of people just want to live their life and i know that's more then enough for most people. But i will allways encourage trying to find something you really like doing, and find out if it's something you want to pursue or something you just would like to have as a hobby. And ofc it's important to be realistic and have a plan a and b. For my self i understand that i might not get to exactly where I want to be. I might not be able to take s PhD and work in research,and i am fine if I have to change my goals as i go. Maybe I am gonna end up as a programmer or analyst of some sort after a bachelor or master. Maybe none of those, but that's not really up to me to decide here and now. I focus on finishing what i can, and focus on the things u can control, and if it goes my way then great! If not, I'm sure I will still have a great life! You bring up some important points so thnx for putting it out there! And another point is ofc that not everyone is in a position where they financially can just wait as long as they want to get a job, but having an interest and seeing how far it goes is never a bas thing, even if it means having some sort of job and working on the interest whenever there's time :) Thnx again for bringing up some of the parts that weren't really considered in my comment! Cheers
@@stiankern4377 Thanks for your answer. I've seen people in my life who were ( and are) really gifted, hard working, but felt that they were not properly rewarded for their efforts.They're right. And I've seen people who discovered a talent and put all their time and work into turning it into a profitable carrer.They seem to do better as they have no trouble paying their bills.Life can be difficult if you have to deal with money problems. And this has nothing to do with being frugal.It's not just up to the individual to decide how expensive one's life gets.
I started going to college full-time at 25 yrs old. Previously I was working full-time and taking classes at community college in my spare time. So far I have loved my experience and I feel like I am more motivated and doing better than my peers which is a huge confidence booster as an adult student. It's never too late to go if that is what you want to do. Best of luck!!
I'm 19 and in my Calculus II class, half of the students are between their late 20s to late 30s years old. This is at Pitt. State University herein Kansas. They are the most chill people I met, of which most of those in my class are studying stuff related to technology.
I was 34 when I started graduate school. I was far more mature and motivated than when I started my undergrad. As a result of that, I ended up doing really well academically.
@@Balboa_Rocky I should mention that I was already working while I was getting my MS, and yes, it did help me career wise. My main point is that being older and more mature put things in a different perspective and I took my studies more seriously than I did as an undergrad.
21 is still young. When I started my Bachelors in Physics (aged 21) there was a guy in his 50's. He completed the degree and went on to do a PhD in some field of Solid State Physics. If anything, being slightly older is a benefit as you've thought about your decision and are more driven. Don't let an arbitrary number stop you pursuing what you want to do.
I'm 39, I have Bachelor degree in Economics and in a few days I'm starting with postgraduate studies in Applied Math in a field of Mathematical Modeling in Economy. It's never too late.
Went to school when I was 18-19 and didn't know what I was doing there. Went back last year 31 with a clear path, and I'm very much enjoying it. I'm very much the old guy, but no one gives me a hard time.
Currently 24, and I am planning to start university this February for math and computer science. You are not alone my friend, and It's completely ok! No matter what just be excited to learn!
I'm 31 still going to college doing mechanical engineering if you think you're too old 😮hell noo😂 probably I'll finsid college in mid of 2023 😮😅😅👏👏👏👏👏 you have long way to achieve many things 👏👏👏👏👏👏
lol I'm a 37 year old applied mathematics/physics undergrad at an Ivy League... don't worry too much about age. Also, most people took the pandemic off, so there's a ton of people your age in class right now. I thought I was going to be out of place and while I sometimes do feel a little out of place, I also have classmates in their 60s and 70s as well as the odd 14 year old stupendous intellect. Soon you realize most people don't care. We average out to a great crowd. The old ones have knowledge the young ones could use. The young ones have lessons the old ones can learn through observing them. We all get a big lesson in humility every other day. So no matter how old you are. There's a place for you here.
I am currently going on 21 years old and in a similar situation, not having started my academic journey and sometimes worrying that I am missing my window of opportunity. What has prevented me entering college thus far is the fact that I do not feel ready to take that on psychologically just yet, I want to have a better grip on myself before starting the rest of my life. I find solace in my times of doubt in the fact that when I do begin school once more, I will be ready, and I will not have rushed into things and cut corners just to proceed through my education with haste. I know that when my time comes, I will be ready and, as such, I will be happy. Thank you, Professor, for reassuring all of us who may have doubts in our early lives. It is easy, when we are young, to believe that we are running out of time, and it is such a freeing experience to discover all of the time we have left to live and to learn.
I relate to him ,I had the same feeling when I started college at 23 , and in my first year the pandemic came. Long story short ,I ended up falling 1 year behind due to financial and mental health issues and now I've been feeling even worse because I'm almost 26 and most my classmates are 17-20 year olds. I'm an engineering student btw. The pandemic has worsened the mental health of many people.
Do not need to be worried about it dear David. I'm 22 and I just got into college by this year and I'm completely sure that if had Got in a college course earlier I would not be so happy and mature as I am right now. Best wishes!
Thank everybody for sharing im almost 19 years old and I haven’t start my academic career yet, I was so stressed about it specially because a lot of people around me and my family believed in me and have high hopes for me, I won’t give up even if I have financial difficulties thank you guys for helping ❤️
Take developmental math, if it is available or if it recommended to you. I had a student a couple of years ago who discovered that she was three months older than me. She used that fact to motivate herself and pass the course. Whatever positive you can focus on, do it. Get to know your professor in office hours or after class. Don’t focus on your age. Focus on getting that piece of paper with your name on it. Good luck!
I'll be almost 30 when I start my undergrad studies next fall. I almost gave up on going to college too until I read "the growth mindset" and "a mind for numbers".
I was in a similar boat, I had an epiphany that I really did not like my web-development job and instead decided to pursue computer engineering, was 100% worth it. The university that I attended had many non-traditional students and honestly, your peers wont care you are 1,2 even 30 years older than them.
I am currently 22 now and studying math on my own, from India. I never went to engineering college but here I am studying math on my own because I chose to. Not because of pressure but because I started taking initiative to learn new skills, So in my regard your initiative to learn something only matters which will sure improve the habits and surely you will get better in math. Cheers
I had a similar thought when i was younger BUT it is never to late. Just think about this: "When you are old and looking back at life, will you regret that you didnt work that 1-5 years more?" I dont think so. If you have financial freedom and you can go to colloge go for it whatever age you are!
Started mid twenties myself, David's definitely not too old. You do it for you, if it's your desire you'll get there. Follow your passion and overcome everything obstructing that path.
I'm 27 now & about to start my undergrad. I've completed a 3yr long diploma after my highschool-equivalent studies in my country, Tanzania🇹🇿, and due to a series of misfortunes I ended up spending 4 yrs in it. But I'm super excited than ever to finally get a chance to do my bachelor's degree and I'm looking forward to be studying with 19 & 20 year olds 😀😀😜 So there's never a 'could've been a correct path' in Life. The path one takes is the only & the best one that one could have taken.
As a brazillian I have to say that things are very hard here and there is no perspective of getting any better, unfortunately. I just majored in Physics, and when you do that in Brazil your only two options are: become a school teacher (ensino médio wich is the equivalent of the american high school) or go to graduate school and get a masters and a pHD and hope that comes an opportunity to get into a university as a professor. But the graduate schools here are usually full of professors who don't like to teach and try as hard as they can to desencourage the students, specially in physics and in the exact sciences area. Right now I'm doing an specialization in mathematics (wich is a graduate level course but not a masters or a pHD) and I'm studying programming languages and thinking about getting a computer science degree. Unfortunately I couldn't get a job as a physics teacher and I have no mental health to face graduate school in physics, my undergrad course really messed me up mentally and I think I.T is the best way to get a job that pays well without having a college degree or having one from a different area. My advice to David is to get into I.T and look for internships opportunities, it doesn't matter if he's 21 or 51 years old, just get into math or physics after having a stable career in another area, because, unfortunately they do not care about education and science in Brazil. Good Luck!
Tomorrow isn’t a promise and life happens fast as forked lighting. You’ll wake up with a mortgage, family, and boom twenty years are gone. Don’t have regrets. If you have to postpone your academic endeavors you should practice till it becomes like breathing air. That way when you get in it feels like a breeze.
There is NO AGE LIMIT to learning, hence the concept of LIFELONG LEARNING. Nobody stops learning. I started late but studied part-time and worked full-time. What's important though is to identify what you are interested in, then pursue THAT dream. God bless.
I am 24 myself and just started college full time. I’m using my Post 9/11 GI Bill to pay for my tuition and expenses. In the Army I would take online classes part time in computer science. I’m currently pursuing a BSc in in Mathematics and I plan on going to grad school for statistics. I am a ways behind my peers in terms of math ability, but what I’ve noticed is I have far more motivation and better study habits, because of what I learned in the Army and that is my advantage. Just hang in there, because you can accomplish anything you out your will to! “Whether you think you can do it, or you think you can’t, you are right.” - Henry Ford
The Math Sorcerer is absolutely right. It is never too late to attend college. You will know when the time is right to go, and you will be a great success. My best wishes for your academic endeavors.
After my undergrad, I worked for 12 years in financial markets. Now I'm back doing graduate school part time at 37 in a discipline that requires lots of math. I was always a good student when I was "young", but I'm even better now. I love this channel. A major source of motivation. Thank you very much for these videos.
Just focus on working hard every day, forget about the noise, each person follows a different path and that is what makes life worth living. Stop comparing yourself to others and just focus on yourself. Now, ask yourself this: Will I regret not taking this decision in the future? Will improve my life? If the answer is yes, go for it!
When a goal seems overwhelming, break it apart into smaller sub-goals. And write things out. This way you can keep moving forward without being overwhelmed with what seems to be impossible.
21 is a far better age to attend college than 18, anyway. You've (hopefully) got some maturity from those years, and you (probably) have a better idea of what you want from your life. Go forth and conquer.
I am 31 and feel the same way at times. The pandemic actually motivated me to go back to community college at age 30 but those classes were online. I am now treading water again bc of a need to back to in person, coupled with transportation concerns to the nearest affordable four year institutions (an hour away each direction for the two of them) and doubts about my major and possibly shifting to a more math heavy one like engineering. Right now I am self studying math, using a combination of math sorcerer videos, textbooks I have collected from thrift stores, and the online platform Brilliant. Right now I am focusing on Algebra sice college algebra was twelve years ago for me. I never took pre calc so trig has to be next. My tentative plan is once I feel confident with trig and calc I to take both at the community college.
I feel bad about this, too. Got my bachelor's degree at 25, and I'm 32 now and still don't have a master's degree. I wonder when I'll get that... and when I'll get my PhD! Had life been perfect, I could've started studying something new altogether! But hey, that's life! Maths is not the only thing I love, but it's what I love the most. Nowadays I'm being fascinated by medicine and was wondering if I should apply for an MBBS in the future, after I get my PhD in maths. And I also love language and literature, chemistry and history/archaeology! Life is too short for everything! I think your "it's not too late" advice works if somebody only has one goal in life, but if you are crazy like me and have multiple passions, then a lifetime will most likely not be enough. My advice to him would be to not waste a single second and start autodidacting university mathematics until life becomes smooth and easy. Today with UA-cam, you can rapidly learn a lot more than what BSc Maths students learn during their four-year degree programme! So, don't worry and start working! Sorry for all the negativity, but i just wanted to be frank!
Just a piece of advice... I know that your mind will subconsciously compare yourself to others and make you feel bad about your life and your circumstances, but please try your best to get rid of that thought as soon as it comes to you. Trust me... You don't want to end up having depression/anxiety/panic attacks etc. These are debilitating and will devour a lot of time from your life! You must be in high spirits and begin climbing that mathematical mountain right away!
At the end of the day, it's the mathematical knowledge that really matters, not the sheet of paper that you get when you graduate from a university. Many successful mathematicians and scholars never had a certificate. Keep this in mind always!
Also, remember that life will become harder as you grow older. This is inevitable. You must use your time wisely and study using the resources at your disposal. You're still very young and have a long way to go until you reach your 30s! You can reach the summit of Mt Matherest by then!
Oh, and please don't think that I don't want you to join university! When life gives you a chance, do apply for a maths degree asap! However, prepare for it from now!
I finished my masters at age 39. But I got a masters in accounting. My bachelors is in math. I mostly went into accounting for the job security. I actually like math better than accounting, but it's more difficult to sell to the majority of employers than accounting. Most employers have no clue what math is and think it revolves more around memorizing the results of arithmetic than proofs.
I went back to community college at the age of 24. While I worked 50 hours a week, I took 2 night classes a semester. The hardest part was gaining self-confidence and being able to self teach. I discovered how I learned and I made it through community college before transferring into a university. The hardest part is not giving up, loving to learn, and making efficient use of your time. Being in your mid twenties at any level of college gives you an advantage. Often you're more motivated, dedicated to succeeding and you know what is at stake. I am currently finishing my degree and I know a lot of young people who are very distracted. Being older and more mature is a good thing.
I think older students bring an extremely valuable maturity to the classroom, especially if they are intending to continue into grad school. In twenty years of teaching, one my top three students started college at 22 or 23 years old. The maturity difference was huge for him -- especially his ability to forge relationships with professors and navigate the "intangibles" in the system. He quickly learned to prioritize networking and research opportunities, and he is deep into his PhD now. In contrast, I was the very young "straight A" student rushing through a double major, working entirely alone and purely focused on test taking, which was a HUGE mistake and burned me out! There's nothing wrong with youthful ambition, but even a few years of life experience will teach us skills that more than compensate for the time delay.
im 38 and i got my associate degree long time ago, never went to a University. The funny thing is its hard for me to stay out of school completely. Im helping someone understand calculus so im learning it now myself. I always wanted to reach the highest math I can solve on my own such as linear algebra or calculus 3. I like this channel's energy and im always eager to learn. Then i can tutor anyone else once i understand enough.
It seems kinda funny to me that different kinds of people will come up with a slightly different answer as to what "the highest math" or "the most advanced math course" must be. For shop-keepers, architects, and English literature students, anything beyond middle school algebra is incomprehensible nonsense. For technicians and business school degree holders, cosine and sine functions are pretty advanced stuff. For economists, calculus is some kind of obscure mathematical field used for the sake of deriving mathematical insights about changes in economy and demonstrating why governments should incentivize certain types of economic acitivities (or why the rate of profit is continuously decreasing, according to Marxist economists). For mechanical engineers, multivariable calculus and ordinary differential equations is as far as they'll go. For electrical engineers, Fourier analysis and complex variable integration is what they use whenever they wanna feel fancy about demonstrating how their circuits work. Physicists might start feeling challenged whenever they see anything incorporating modern math. And finally mathematicians will simply invent something if they don't understand somebody else's solution for a problems. So as we can see, advanced math is usually defined as whatever is at the boundary between what people understand and what they don't understand.
@@lorax121323 yeah sounds pretty accurate. There is also a group of people who arent aware of what level math they can do because they havent tried it. However most of these ppl will probably find their barrier around calculus, because if it was any higher they probably would have known it by now.
it is fine to go to college at any age, you cannot change the past all you can do is change the current. i suggest you focus on what you can do now, as that is all that matters.
21 is actually considered young in my country to start college, because there's mandatory army service and you only finish it at 21. Then you need to study for the psychometric (kinda like SAT but harder), and a lot of people travel and work and save money before starting uni, so it's common to start at 22-25 years old ^^ So it's just a matter of perspective. I started at 22 and now graduated with a math degree ^^ You can do it!
This is the most motivational video any student would need, this is so true... It's the most normal feeling like you're running out of time to study what you recently are realizing is what you like... Thanks a lot for your video!!! And for read our comments, share us and help us!!!, very Good idea give your help and share it on your channel! 💕...greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷
Here in brazil specially when you finish high school there's a cultural thing that parents tend to criticize young students in their 20s who are not yet in college and it's pretty bad and toxic. It happened to me as i finished high school at 16 years old and didn't get into med school until i was 21 years old, it was pretty bad and i got so depressed because of the pressure i got from my friends and parents that i almost tried to end it all one night. When i got accepted in college i met people who are at their 40s and 50s who are still pretty successful and showed me that age can actually be beneficial because you need lots of maturity to survive the atmosphere and the study routine, so don't believe any of that crap.
Don't give up mostly likely than not your institution has a lot of resources to help succeed. Don't be afraid to ask questions and most of all enjoy the experience. I've met many great people and I'm sure you will to. You can do it always remember that.
Same here, 21, by the end of this year I'll have turned to 22 got to the UNI this week and I feel so dumb, I barely understand a thing and I could tell you how frustrating it is when you see fresh Highschool graduate teenagers participating and answering Pr questions. I thought that I'm the only one who feel that way! Thank God LOL But you know what, I don't give a damn I'm a self-taught at the end I can do it and beat them all quietly in the exam, who cars about answering Prof questions! I don't get it until I'm back home. Thank you Prof for your videos and thank's to all the comments people I really feel so good and confident.
It’s good to have worked for a few years before college, to find out what the real world is like, then you’d be able to appreciate it more, and be better able to avoid the noise and nonsense that seems to consume so much of college life these days.
I had a fellow math major that started college at 47 after he retired from the US Army. The man went from babysitting 18 year old infantry privates to starting a new career amongst a bunch of 18 year old kids, and he graduated a year ahead of everyone else, lol.
Push yourself to self study. I expected to graduate from my master’s program with some serious skills and they really just taught me enough to pass national certifications. Most of my classes were unimportant and not what I needed to work effectively in my field.
I started full time college at 32. I’m currently 35 and will be 37 when I finish my undergrad. If I pursue my masters and finish on time I’ll be 39. If I pursue a phd and finish on time I’ll be 44. It’s really not a big deal at all.
I am a pre-med majoring in biology and stumbled across your channel because I am taking calculus this year. I was very bad at math in high school because I didn’t try, but I am loving calculus and love your videos. I bought Chris Mcmillen’s calculus workbook on your recommendation and it’s already helped this semester.
I leave this comment here to remind myself in 5 years that after overcoming all financial difficulties, I will wholeheartedly apply to major in math at a good university.
In the US a lot of men (mostly) join the military to get money "G.I. Benefits" and go to college. Went I was an undergraduate there were a lot of ex-military about your age in my classes. They actually did well. They were about the age of your viewer.
I started college at 22, working in a full time Job, had to endure 2hs of public transportation every day to get there. Like David i'm also Brazilian, when we get to 16~17 the pressure starts to get in the university, and we have two options: study like crazy to get a good public university, or start some kind of work to pay for a paid one. And here is when things get tricky: Our public education is not so good during regular school years, but universitywise is top tier. Our private education during regular school years is top of the line, but not so good collegewise. The good part is that your grades or what you did in school doesn't affect how you gonna get in these institutions, you just have to do some kind of exam. If it is for public universities, you have to study like crazy(EVERYTHING, from grammar to physics), even if you don't like most of these subjects. And for private ones, well, i never heard of a living soul that did not pass the exam. Most of people who make to the public universities are rich, because they can provide a good study environment, safe for some exceptions. And the poorer part goes to private colleges and for most of the part get soaked in student debt. And for a few poor ones who manage to get in a public university, if they don't have some kind of financial back up they gonna have a hard time, since these institutions are not so flexible with time. As for David, he can take his time to chose, not matter public or private, by the end if he succeeds getting the knowledge necessary, everything gonna work fine, just pick a subject that spark some kind of genuine interest.
I started my journey at almost 24 too. I’m still 24 ha. Let me tell you, I was upset at first that I started learning high school level of stuff at my age but now I’m almost done with calc 1 and general physics. Im beginning the transition to classical mechanics and supplementing with set theory, stats, and much more.
I don't have experience myself, I did the traditional starting at 18 thing. However, currently I am 19 years old but in my introductory abstract algebra class (which is where we first learn how to prove things mathematically at my school) one of my closest friends is 25 years old. I am a junior and he's a senior, he was on the applied math track (so he pushed off his pure math classes until the end) but now experiencing pure math is is once again doing a full 180 to do pure math and we have 3 classes together next semester that are pure math. I believe he is also going to stay an extra semester than he needs to do take more pure math to be competitive to go to grad school for pure math. He turns 26 in a month and is figuring things out, but he is still happy and doing really well in classes! I don't think age should be a limiter at all. Even if you were in your 30s I'd say go for it, it may be challenging to get back into school after so long, but you can do it! Don't be afraid that you're too old, there is still plenty of time to start and accomplish your dreams!
I'm about a month into my first semester at 36. In hindsight it would have been really helpful to study and begin getting familiar with math and chemistry beforehand. Buy some textbooks, watch some youtube videos. Get started early before your classes begin and you will be much better prepared. It seems like the courses move quickly so you want to be ready so you can keep up.
I'm 25 years old and I'm gonna start my masters this year. i left college 4 year ago and I was unable to get any college that time and this year i started studying mathematics properly and my aim to self study calculus algebra and analysis in 2 year and I already completed some calculus hope things go well so I can apply for PhD in coming years.
You don't need college for success 1st off, you need drive, you need deep thought, you need passion. College is a nice way to go but it's not the only way to go. That being said, young man your fine just chill out. You can make it, just deep breaths and remember the three keys. Healthy body( or as close as you can get.), healthy mind, healthy spirit.
I'm 30, just transferred from a JC to a 4 year. Although, i feel inadequate right now. All the engineering staff I've encountered so far have been belittling and condescending, really makes me not want to ask questions. Whatever, only thing to do is keep moving forward
21 seems like a fairly normal age to go to university (if that's what he means by college, and not an actual college/sixth form which you do earlier). Anything from 18-21 is seemingly not that unusual.
From my experience, I originally dropped out of college first before ‘coming back’ (after trying out construction, third shift, Target, and even only a few hours away from heading to boot camp for the Marines). I only even re-enrolled because I figured I should just ‘get a degree’ while working at Target at the time. Fortunately for me, I took a Calc I class on a whim (and even though I almost failed that class) my professor did a wonderful job in inciting my passion for mathematics. If I didn’t decide to re-enroll in university, I wouldn’t have ‘succumbed’ to the beauty of mathematics, and had I not had the opportunity to engage with it I wouldn’t be where I am right now! Mathematics, even though I spent years not engaging with it and even disliking it, has ended up becoming what has allowed me to venture out into the world and even the privilege of a paid masters assistantship while I decide if/where I want to do my PhD. Life is what you make of it, if you feel that enrolling in university will set you on a healthier course for yourself, Do It.
Israel's average starting age at university is about 23, and for Jewish men its probably closer to 25, and they finish their bachelor degree at late 20's and closer to 30 years old. This is mainly due to mandatory military service of 3 years for man, and other cultural reasons (traveling, working, "finding your self etc.). Yet, Israel has quite a lot of accomplishments in academia and science and math in particular. This is especially surprising considering its small size.
I’m 24 now and thinking of going to uni next yr studying either cs or math. I think 21 is actually a really young age almost feels like a fetus ahah so dw !!! Everyone has their own pace and life !
I’m 20 turning 21. I know what I want to do, and I know how to get there. Backend developer. However, I suffer with too much ADHD. I get distracted too much, and lose myself.
I went to college right out of high school and got a bachelor’s degree in 4 years but the degree didn’t lead to a job. So I went back to college this semester at age 36 for a degree in computer science. I haven’t taken a math class in 15 years. I’ve always loved math but it’s been so long that I’m struggling in math. I’m taking trig. I’m not doing well. I’m thinking of dropping it and taking the class again. I have to take a lot of math for this major (calculus 1, calculus 2, linear algebra, and probability) and here I am struggling just with trig! But I think I can get it eventually. I just haven’t been in math a while. I really love programming and I hope doesn’t set me back in achieving my dreams.
Some countries has either educated people who gets paid well, or non educated people who has a tendency to work their ass of to get buy, so what works for someone in one country may not nessesseraly work for someone else in an other country. If you have a time limit for some reason, there's always a fundamental education you can take now, that you can apply to many fields later on, and these types of education can take you anywhere you want to go, so you won't have to end up in a low income job where you feel stuck . (Depends on the country you live in and the job opportunities) Life experience is also something important to mix into a carrer, and when you start to gain life experience and see where you drift to, that's when you can choose a carrer or further educate yourself to achieve your goals. In some countries you also have companies that gives you leaves for education, so you can still get paid, take your education, but then you have to work for them a set amoung of time before you can switch job, unless you want to stay within the company. (I don't know what applies to Brazil)
since you are in 3rd world country, Having a degree is crucial when it comes to immigration, having computer science degree helping me now to migrate to Canada as per skilled immigration , Just apply at Brazil local university and learning from home virtually . I believe the faster the degree you get the faster you can take on challenges in 3rd world countries, build your self and immigrate. if I am a American or I am part of 1st world, I will skip the collage work in a job for 2 or 3 years and build a business has quickly has possible, All those kids who went to collage I can hire them, If I have successful business.
Note: I am from india getting into top university is really really hard, almost impossible, You are expected to solve physics, chemistry, math problems every 1 mint over 60 mints of enters exam. people are so into it they, don't do anything but study and solve problems all there teenage life, the competition is immense. Acceptance Rate 6.7% into MIT Acceptance Rate 0.7%- 2% into IIT
Would you please make a video on "talent"? Some people are better at math, just because they are gifted. Unfortunately, some people are not wired to do math well. Pretty sad.
that's an arguable point. it could be true but a lot of times, that's an excuse for being lazy. I've done it myself. math requires a lot of repetition usually but also careful and methodical study approach. You don't have to be talented or gifted in math to succeed. it requires a lot of effort and not cheating yourself.
@@Primitive_Code Yes. But the smartest people are math PhD's. They worked hard like many other non-mathmaticians did, but math PhD's are more intelligent.
@@Bob-zg2zf I totally agree with you that PH.D in math requires both being smart and working hard. Dr. Terrence Tao is an example. For some reason, I thought you were referring to the lower levels like Associate's or bachelor's where many of us struggle but do enough to get A, B, C.
I am 23 years old I joined the military on 17 and this year I finally decided to go to college to stady BBA but the math is too hard on my brain any advice
I am struggling with the integral calculus ( now studying in 12th grade ) an d what do you think solution for this is? Like how can i get better in it . I usually refer prescribed textbook but i think it is given less than about it to understand and clarify my doubts...Any suggestions?
i am studying in grade 9 and i am weak in mathematics can you suggest me a free book available in internet bcuz i live in Nepal .here education system is not advance than other country
I am 34 and graduated with a Masters in Chemical Engineering 6 years ago. Now I am bored of my job and therefore thinking of doing a PhD in the same field. So, am I too old for starting a PhD? What would be upper age limit?
Yes. You'll have to deal with trigonometric components to calculate loads on structures like roofs, doors, dome-shaped buildings, roads, the ground, and anything else that could be slanted. Analytic Geometry and Calculus are extremely important for civil engineering as well, and you'll later on learn that differential equations are necessary for analyzing the capacities of power lines and drainage systems distributed throughout a building.
Hey man I just wanna share something here and I could use all the advice I could get I am a physics Major student in 3rd year during the pandemic I missed most of the maths classes though we got promoted now I find trouble solving maths problem and I wanted to ask can I get through to M.Sc or do I need the knowledge that I missed
lol 1000% don't stress about it. I actually rushed into college and ended up hating what i was pursuing. I took so many classes for pre-medical and when i shadowed doctors and worked in the healthcare setting it was not for me, and i found i always enjoyed the maths and sciences in college. I didn't go back until 27 years old and guess what, i'm actually pursuing something im genuinely interested now that i've matured and had time to understand my interests. it's simply different for everyone, i think as you continue to age you will grow to understand how superficial this issue is in retrospect. just do you and build yourself in a way that makes you happy
This is similar to me. I was working in health care so I decided to take pre med classes and I absolutely hated it. I noticed I was really enjoying the math classes that were required for the degree so I ended up changing to math - I’m 26 and I’m actually glad I waited until I was mature to make such a huge financial decision of taking on student loans and surveying the opportunities post-college that await me
I started university at 25 years old. I am taking a bachelor in physics and hoping to get a PhD within theoretical physics. I felt alot of pressure thinking about how old i will be when I'm done with my education, but honestly I wouldn't change anything
As my father told me when I started to feel like I was wasting my life. " A few years delayed is nothing in the grand scheme of things. it's much better spending those years finding something you truly love doing and being happy with the field you work in, then rushing into a job and ending up spending your whole life working a job you dislike feeling like you wasted your life and regretting you never spent more time finding your passion".
So to anyone feeling *too old* to start university or switching jobs, it's never too late. We have an old gentleman at the age of 57 years old studying with us. Just spend time finding out who you are and work hard towards your passion and you will have a beautiful life!
I went into a job I didn't love but didn't hate. I'm glad I did. I don't hate Mondays and I still have weekends off to pursue anything that interests me.
That's all nice and well but you shouldn't forget that many people don't have a passion.They have fields of interests they like. That's not the same. Furthermore, considering the financial situation before getting started makes sence.And, last not least, what kind of job do you want to get after your graduation? You need a goal, not just an interst in the subject.Then, if things don't work out and the carrer you were aiming for is unrealistic, do you have a plan B? This is all important to figure out before you start.It'll influence your motivation and the results of your efforts.
@@charlottepeukert9095 ofc all of that's important. But what I wrote was directed towards the people that have a passion. I fully respect that not everyone want to dedicate their whole life's towards a certain thing, and i didnt want to suggest that the only way to be happy is following some form of passion, obviously alot of people just want to live their life and i know that's more then enough for most people. But i will allways encourage trying to find something you really like doing, and find out if it's something you want to pursue or something you just would like to have as a hobby. And ofc it's important to be realistic and have a plan a and b. For my self i understand that i might not get to exactly where I want to be. I might not be able to take s PhD and work in research,and i am fine if I have to change my goals as i go. Maybe I am gonna end up as a programmer or analyst of some sort after a bachelor or master. Maybe none of those, but that's not really up to me to decide here and now. I focus on finishing what i can, and focus on the things u can control, and if it goes my way then great! If not, I'm sure I will still have a great life!
You bring up some important points so thnx for putting it out there! And another point is ofc that not everyone is in a position where they financially can just wait as long as they want to get a job, but having an interest and seeing how far it goes is never a bas thing, even if it means having some sort of job and working on the interest whenever there's time :)
Thnx again for bringing up some of the parts that weren't really considered in my comment!
Cheers
@@stiankern4377 Thanks for your answer. I've seen people in my life who were ( and are) really gifted, hard working, but felt that they were not properly rewarded for their efforts.They're right. And I've seen people who discovered a talent and put all their time and work into turning it into a profitable carrer.They seem to do better as they have no trouble paying their bills.Life can be difficult if you have to deal with money problems. And this has nothing to do with being frugal.It's not just up to the individual to decide how expensive one's life gets.
I started going to college full-time at 25 yrs old. Previously I was working full-time and taking classes at community college in my spare time.
So far I have loved my experience and I feel like I am more motivated and doing better than my peers which is a huge confidence booster as an adult student. It's never too late to go if that is what you want to do. Best of luck!!
I'm 19 and in my Calculus II class, half of the students are between their late 20s to late 30s years old. This is at Pitt. State University herein Kansas. They are the most chill people I met, of which most of those in my class are studying stuff related to technology.
I was 34 when I started graduate school. I was far more mature and motivated than when I started my undergrad. As a result of that, I ended up doing really well academically.
Did you get a job ? If after all the hard work , it doesn't translate into something gainful, there's nothing worse than that.
@@Balboa_Rocky I should mention that I was already working while I was getting my MS, and yes, it did help me career wise. My main point is that being older and more mature put things in a different perspective and I took my studies more seriously than I did as an undergrad.
21 is still young. When I started my Bachelors in Physics (aged 21) there was a guy in his 50's. He completed the degree and went on to do a PhD in some field of Solid State Physics. If anything, being slightly older is a benefit as you've thought about your decision and are more driven. Don't let an arbitrary number stop you pursuing what you want to do.
I'm 39, I have Bachelor degree in Economics and in a few days I'm starting with postgraduate studies in Applied Math in a field of Mathematical Modeling in Economy. It's never too late.
Went to school when I was 18-19 and didn't know what I was doing there. Went back last year 31 with a clear path, and I'm very much enjoying it. I'm very much the old guy, but no one gives me a hard time.
You're awesome and worthy!
Currently 24, and I am planning to start university this February for math and computer science. You are not alone my friend, and It's completely ok! No matter what just be excited to learn!
brasileiro também? are you a brazilian guy too?
@@桐山和雄-v1c Canadian guy!
I'm 31 still going to college doing mechanical engineering if you think you're too old 😮hell noo😂 probably I'll finsid college in mid of 2023 😮😅😅👏👏👏👏👏 you have long way to achieve many things 👏👏👏👏👏👏
lol I'm a 37 year old applied mathematics/physics undergrad at an Ivy League... don't worry too much about age. Also, most people took the pandemic off, so there's a ton of people your age in class right now.
I thought I was going to be out of place and while I sometimes do feel a little out of place, I also have classmates in their 60s and 70s as well as the odd 14 year old stupendous intellect. Soon you realize most people don't care.
We average out to a great crowd. The old ones have knowledge the young ones could use. The young ones have lessons the old ones can learn through observing them. We all get a big lesson in humility every other day.
So no matter how old you are. There's a place for you here.
I am currently going on 21 years old and in a similar situation, not having started my academic journey and sometimes worrying that I am missing my window of opportunity. What has prevented me entering college thus far is the fact that I do not feel ready to take that on psychologically just yet, I want to have a better grip on myself before starting the rest of my life.
I find solace in my times of doubt in the fact that when I do begin school once more, I will be ready, and I will not have rushed into things and cut corners just to proceed through my education with haste. I know that when my time comes, I will be ready and, as such, I will be happy.
Thank you, Professor, for reassuring all of us who may have doubts in our early lives. It is easy, when we are young, to believe that we are running out of time, and it is such a freeing experience to discover all of the time we have left to live and to learn.
I relate to him ,I had the same feeling when I started college at 23 , and in my first year the pandemic came. Long story short ,I ended up falling 1 year behind due to financial and mental health issues and now I've been feeling even worse because I'm almost 26 and most my classmates are 17-20 year olds. I'm an engineering student btw. The pandemic has worsened the mental health of many people.
Do not need to be worried about it dear David. I'm 22 and I just got into college by this year and I'm completely sure that if had Got in a college course earlier I would not be so happy and mature as I am right now. Best wishes!
I'm 29 and I want to start
Thank everybody for sharing im almost 19 years old and I haven’t start my academic career yet, I was so stressed about it specially because a lot of people around me and my family believed in me and have high hopes for me, I won’t give up even if I have financial difficulties thank you guys for helping ❤️
Take developmental math, if it is available or if it recommended to you. I had a student a couple of years ago who discovered that she was three months older than me. She used that fact to motivate herself and pass the course. Whatever positive you can focus on, do it. Get to know your professor in office hours or after class. Don’t focus on your age. Focus on getting that piece of paper with your name on it. Good luck!
I'll be almost 30 when I start my undergrad studies next fall. I almost gave up on going to college too until I read "the growth mindset" and "a mind for numbers".
The Sorcerer is correct. It's not too late. This video is really motivational.
I was in a similar boat, I had an epiphany that I really did not like my web-development job and instead decided to pursue computer engineering, was 100% worth it. The university that I attended had many non-traditional students and honestly, your peers wont care you are 1,2 even 30 years older than them.
I am currently 22 now and studying math on my own, from India. I never went to engineering college but here I am studying math on my own because I chose to. Not because of pressure but because I started taking initiative to learn new skills, So in my regard your initiative to learn something only matters which will sure improve the habits and surely you will get better in math. Cheers
Hey I'm from 🇮🇳 too! What r you studying rn? :)
@@adityajaiswal6082 Now Cloud ,also in math precalculus - calculus and algebra at weekends..
@@strangetoucane you actual academic background?
@@adityajaiswal6082 BCA after commerce..
@@strangetoucane where did you do your bca? and at what age did you start college?
I had a similar thought when i was younger BUT it is never to late. Just think about this: "When you are old and looking back at life, will you regret that you didnt work that 1-5 years more?" I dont think so. If you have financial freedom and you can go to colloge go for it whatever age you are!
great advice!
Really, the only reason to work is to make money. If you have enough money, find something fun to do, or volunteer.
Started mid twenties myself, David's definitely not too old. You do it for you, if it's your desire you'll get there. Follow your passion and overcome everything obstructing that path.
As a brazilian, your academic life depend more on public investiment on research than over your age.
I'm 27 now & about to start my undergrad. I've completed a 3yr long diploma after my highschool-equivalent studies in my country, Tanzania🇹🇿, and due to a series of misfortunes I ended up spending 4 yrs in it.
But I'm super excited than ever to finally get a chance to do my bachelor's degree and I'm looking forward to be studying with 19 & 20 year olds 😀😀😜
So there's never a 'could've been a correct path' in Life. The path one takes is the only & the best one that one could have taken.
As a brazillian I have to say that things are very hard here and there is no perspective of getting any better, unfortunately. I just majored in Physics, and when you do that in Brazil your only two options are: become a school teacher (ensino médio wich is the equivalent of the american high school) or go to graduate school and get a masters and a pHD and hope that comes an opportunity to get into a university as a professor.
But the graduate schools here are usually full of professors who don't like to teach and try as hard as they can to desencourage the students, specially in physics and in the exact sciences area. Right now I'm doing an specialization in mathematics (wich is a graduate level course but not a masters or a pHD) and I'm studying programming languages and thinking about getting a computer science degree.
Unfortunately I couldn't get a job as a physics teacher and I have no mental health to face graduate school in physics, my undergrad course really messed me up mentally and I think I.T is the best way to get a job that pays well without having a college degree or having one from a different area.
My advice to David is to get into I.T and look for internships opportunities, it doesn't matter if he's 21 or 51 years old, just get into math or physics after having a stable career in another area, because, unfortunately they do not care about education and science in Brazil. Good Luck!
Thank You I'm very appreciate your advices. I'm 23 y.o. and in the second year of study at the university
Tomorrow isn’t a promise and life happens fast as forked lighting. You’ll wake up with a mortgage, family, and boom twenty years are gone. Don’t have regrets. If you have to postpone your academic endeavors you should practice till it becomes like breathing air. That way when you get in it feels like a breeze.
excellent advice, awesome;)
? what. nah life is long. idk man you must’ve been on 2x
There is NO AGE LIMIT to learning, hence the concept of LIFELONG LEARNING. Nobody stops learning.
I started late but studied part-time and worked full-time.
What's important though is to identify what you are interested in, then pursue THAT dream.
God bless.
I just wanna say that the positivity in this comment section is so uplifting, such a great community to be around !
Good morning Sir. 🇵🇭 Good to see you again! Great advice I need this.
Good morning!
I am 24 myself and just started college full time. I’m using my Post 9/11 GI Bill to pay for my tuition and expenses. In the Army I would take online classes part time in computer science. I’m currently pursuing a BSc in in Mathematics and I plan on going to grad school for statistics. I am a ways behind my peers in terms of math ability, but what I’ve noticed is I have far more motivation and better study habits, because of what I learned in the Army and that is my advantage. Just hang in there, because you can accomplish anything you out your will to! “Whether you think you can do it, or you think you can’t, you are right.” - Henry Ford
1:23 Well saying that made me feel better given that I might have to start next year, when I will be 24 my own university journey.
The Math Sorcerer is absolutely right. It is never too late to attend college. You will know when the time is right to go, and you will be a great success. My best wishes for your academic endeavors.
After my undergrad, I worked for 12 years in financial markets. Now I'm back doing graduate school part time at 37 in a discipline that requires lots of math. I was always a good student when I was "young", but I'm even better now. I love this channel. A major source of motivation. Thank you very much for these videos.
You are welcome, that is awesome that you are back in graduate school!
Just focus on working hard every day, forget about the noise, each person follows a different path and that is what makes life worth living. Stop comparing yourself to others and just focus on yourself. Now, ask yourself this: Will I regret not taking this decision in the future? Will improve my life? If the answer is yes, go for it!
When a goal seems overwhelming, break it apart into smaller sub-goals. And write things out. This way you can keep moving forward without being overwhelmed with what seems to be impossible.
21 is a far better age to attend college than 18, anyway. You've (hopefully) got some maturity from those years, and you (probably) have a better idea of what you want from your life.
Go forth and conquer.
I am 31 and feel the same way at times. The pandemic actually motivated me to go back to community college at age 30 but those classes were online. I am now treading water again bc of a need to back to in person, coupled with transportation concerns to the nearest affordable four year institutions (an hour away each direction for the two of them) and doubts about my major and possibly shifting to a more math heavy one like engineering. Right now I am self studying math, using a combination of math sorcerer videos, textbooks I have collected from thrift stores, and the online platform Brilliant. Right now I am focusing on Algebra sice college algebra was twelve years ago for me. I never took pre calc so trig has to be next. My tentative plan is once I feel confident with trig and calc I to take both at the community college.
I feel bad about this, too. Got my bachelor's degree at 25, and I'm 32 now and still don't have a master's degree. I wonder when I'll get that... and when I'll get my PhD! Had life been perfect, I could've started studying something new altogether! But hey, that's life! Maths is not the only thing I love, but it's what I love the most. Nowadays I'm being fascinated by medicine and was wondering if I should apply for an MBBS in the future, after I get my PhD in maths. And I also love language and literature, chemistry and history/archaeology! Life is too short for everything! I think your "it's not too late" advice works if somebody only has one goal in life, but if you are crazy like me and have multiple passions, then a lifetime will most likely not be enough. My advice to him would be to not waste a single second and start autodidacting university mathematics until life becomes smooth and easy. Today with UA-cam, you can rapidly learn a lot more than what BSc Maths students learn during their four-year degree programme! So, don't worry and start working!
Sorry for all the negativity, but i just wanted to be frank!
Just a piece of advice... I know that your mind will subconsciously compare yourself to others and make you feel bad about your life and your circumstances, but please try your best to get rid of that thought as soon as it comes to you. Trust me... You don't want to end up having depression/anxiety/panic attacks etc. These are debilitating and will devour a lot of time from your life! You must be in high spirits and begin climbing that mathematical mountain right away!
At the end of the day, it's the mathematical knowledge that really matters, not the sheet of paper that you get when you graduate from a university. Many successful mathematicians and scholars never had a certificate. Keep this in mind always!
Also, remember that life will become harder as you grow older. This is inevitable. You must use your time wisely and study using the resources at your disposal. You're still very young and have a long way to go until you reach your 30s! You can reach the summit of Mt Matherest by then!
Oh, and please don't think that I don't want you to join university! When life gives you a chance, do apply for a maths degree asap! However, prepare for it from now!
I finished my masters at age 39. But I got a masters in accounting. My bachelors is in math. I mostly went into accounting for the job security. I actually like math better than accounting, but it's more difficult to sell to the majority of employers than accounting. Most employers have no clue what math is and think it revolves more around memorizing the results of arithmetic than proofs.
I went back to community college at the age of 24. While I worked 50 hours a week, I took 2 night classes a semester. The hardest part was gaining self-confidence and being able to self teach. I discovered how I learned and I made it through community college before transferring into a university. The hardest part is not giving up, loving to learn, and making efficient use of your time. Being in your mid twenties at any level of college gives you an advantage. Often you're more motivated, dedicated to succeeding and you know what is at stake. I am currently finishing my degree and I know a lot of young people who are very distracted. Being older and more mature is a good thing.
I think older students bring an extremely valuable maturity to the classroom, especially if they are intending to continue into grad school. In twenty years of teaching, one my top three students started college at 22 or 23 years old. The maturity difference was huge for him -- especially his ability to forge relationships with professors and navigate the "intangibles" in the system. He quickly learned to prioritize networking and research opportunities, and he is deep into his PhD now. In contrast, I was the very young "straight A" student rushing through a double major, working entirely alone and purely focused on test taking, which was a HUGE mistake and burned me out! There's nothing wrong with youthful ambition, but even a few years of life experience will teach us skills that more than compensate for the time delay.
im only going to start college when im 23 because im busy getting a solid foundation in maths before i go
im 38 and i got my associate degree long time ago, never went to a University. The funny thing is its hard for me to stay out of school completely. Im helping someone understand calculus so im learning it now myself. I always wanted to reach the highest math I can solve on my own such as linear algebra or calculus 3. I like this channel's energy and im always eager to learn. Then i can tutor anyone else once i understand enough.
It seems kinda funny to me that different kinds of people will come up with a slightly different answer as to what "the highest math" or "the most advanced math course" must be. For shop-keepers, architects, and English literature students, anything beyond middle school algebra is incomprehensible nonsense. For technicians and business school degree holders, cosine and sine functions are pretty advanced stuff. For economists, calculus is some kind of obscure mathematical field used for the sake of deriving mathematical insights about changes in economy and demonstrating why governments should incentivize certain types of economic acitivities (or why the rate of profit is continuously decreasing, according to Marxist economists). For mechanical engineers, multivariable calculus and ordinary differential equations is as far as they'll go. For electrical engineers, Fourier analysis and complex variable integration is what they use whenever they wanna feel fancy about demonstrating how their circuits work. Physicists might start feeling challenged whenever they see anything incorporating modern math.
And finally mathematicians will simply invent something if they don't understand somebody else's solution for a problems.
So as we can see, advanced math is usually defined as whatever is at the boundary between what people understand and what they don't understand.
@@lorax121323 yeah sounds pretty accurate. There is also a group of people who arent aware of what level math they can do because they havent tried it. However most of these ppl will probably find their barrier around calculus, because if it was any higher they probably would have known it by now.
@@stingerhit6535 Some people don't even know calculus at all.
Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Stay healthy, do some math, and don’t stress over the past.
it is fine to go to college at any age, you cannot change the past all you can do is change the current. i suggest you focus on what you can do now, as that is all that matters.
21 is actually considered young in my country to start college, because there's mandatory army service and you only finish it at 21. Then you need to study for the psychometric (kinda like SAT but harder), and a lot of people travel and work and save money before starting uni, so it's common to start at 22-25 years old ^^ So it's just a matter of perspective. I started at 22 and now graduated with a math degree ^^ You can do it!
And in my country it is graduating age 🦧
This is the most motivational video any student would need, this is so true... It's the most normal feeling like you're running out of time to study what you recently are realizing is what you like... Thanks a lot for your video!!! And for read our comments, share us and help us!!!, very Good idea give your help and share it on your channel! 💕...greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷
Saludos!
I think it is better to be a mature student than someone straight out of high school, the mentality is enormously different.
Here in brazil specially when you finish high school there's a cultural thing that parents tend to criticize young students in their 20s who are not yet in college and it's pretty bad and toxic.
It happened to me as i finished high school at 16 years old and didn't get into med school until i was 21 years old, it was pretty bad and i got so depressed because of the pressure i got from my friends and parents that i almost tried to end it all one night.
When i got accepted in college i met people who are at their 40s and 50s who are still pretty successful and showed me that age can actually be beneficial because you need lots of maturity to survive the atmosphere and the study routine, so don't believe any of that crap.
Don't give up mostly likely than not your institution has a lot of resources to help succeed. Don't be afraid to ask questions and most of all enjoy the experience. I've met many great people and I'm sure you will to. You can do it always remember that.
I also got into university at 24.
You are right Sir.
Its never too late.
these worries, they are so similar to me. just thank you
I am a PhD student and in my late 20s I'm starting math again after 10 years (maybe a new career). Go for it!
Nice advice to hear Prof.
I appreciate that. I believe "There is no late as long as we want to be better"
Best wishes
Same here, 21, by the end of this year I'll have turned to 22 got to the UNI this week and I feel so dumb, I barely understand a thing and I could tell you how frustrating it is when you see fresh Highschool graduate teenagers participating and answering Pr questions.
I thought that I'm the only one who feel that way! Thank God LOL
But you know what, I don't give a damn I'm a self-taught at the end I can do it and beat them all quietly in the exam, who cars about answering Prof questions! I don't get it until I'm back home.
Thank you Prof for your videos and thank's to all the comments people I really feel so good and confident.
It’s good to have worked for a few years before college, to find out what the real world is like, then you’d be able to appreciate it more, and be better able to avoid the noise and nonsense that seems to consume so much of college life these days.
I had a fellow math major that started college at 47 after he retired from the US Army. The man went from babysitting 18 year old infantry privates to starting a new career amongst a bunch of 18 year old kids, and he graduated a year ahead of everyone else, lol.
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It's never too late. Incorporate "superfoods" & herbalism into smoothies. You may buy yourself some time & gain some energy. Eat more smoothies!!!!
Push yourself to self study. I expected to graduate from my master’s program with some serious skills and they really just taught me enough to pass national certifications. Most of my classes were unimportant and not what I needed to work effectively in my field.
I started full time college at 32. I’m currently 35 and will be 37 when I finish my undergrad. If I pursue my masters and finish on time I’ll be 39. If I pursue a phd and finish on time I’ll be 44. It’s really not a big deal at all.
I am a pre-med majoring in biology and stumbled across your channel because I am taking calculus this year. I was very bad at math in high school because I didn’t try, but I am loving calculus and love your videos. I bought Chris Mcmillen’s calculus workbook on your recommendation and it’s already helped this semester.
I leave this comment here to remind myself in 5 years that after overcoming all financial difficulties, I will wholeheartedly apply to major in math at a good university.
In the US a lot of men (mostly) join the military to get money "G.I. Benefits" and go to college. Went I was an undergraduate there were a lot of ex-military about your age in my classes. They actually did well. They were about the age of your viewer.
I started college at 22, working in a full time Job, had to endure 2hs of public transportation every day to get there. Like David i'm also Brazilian, when we get to 16~17 the pressure starts to get in the university, and we have two options: study like crazy to get a good public university, or start some kind of work to pay for a paid one. And here is when things get tricky: Our public education is not so good during regular school years, but universitywise is top tier. Our private education during regular school years is top of the line, but not so good collegewise. The good part is that your grades or what you did in school doesn't affect how you gonna get in these institutions, you just have to do some kind of exam. If it is for public universities, you have to study like crazy(EVERYTHING, from grammar to physics), even if you don't like most of these subjects. And for private ones, well, i never heard of a living soul that did not pass the exam. Most of people who make to the public universities are rich, because they can provide a good study environment, safe for some exceptions. And the poorer part goes to private colleges and for most of the part get soaked in student debt. And for a few poor ones who manage to get in a public university, if they don't have some kind of financial back up they gonna have a hard time, since these institutions are not so flexible with time. As for David, he can take his time to chose, not matter public or private, by the end if he succeeds getting the knowledge necessary, everything gonna work fine, just pick a subject that spark some kind of genuine interest.
I started my journey at almost 24 too. I’m still 24 ha. Let me tell you, I was upset at first that I started learning high school level of stuff at my age but now I’m almost done with calc 1 and general physics. Im beginning the transition to classical mechanics and supplementing with set theory, stats, and much more.
I don't have experience myself, I did the traditional starting at 18 thing. However, currently I am 19 years old but in my introductory abstract algebra class (which is where we first learn how to prove things mathematically at my school) one of my closest friends is 25 years old. I am a junior and he's a senior, he was on the applied math track (so he pushed off his pure math classes until the end) but now experiencing pure math is is once again doing a full 180 to do pure math and we have 3 classes together next semester that are pure math. I believe he is also going to stay an extra semester than he needs to do take more pure math to be competitive to go to grad school for pure math. He turns 26 in a month and is figuring things out, but he is still happy and doing really well in classes! I don't think age should be a limiter at all. Even if you were in your 30s I'd say go for it, it may be challenging to get back into school after so long, but you can do it! Don't be afraid that you're too old, there is still plenty of time to start and accomplish your dreams!
Yea David's not too late , im 20 and in 2nd year of college
I was 24 when I started. It's never too late.
Thanks a lot sir 🙏. Your videos help a lot. Love from India 🇮🇳
I'm about a month into my first semester at 36. In hindsight it would have been really helpful to study and begin getting familiar with math and chemistry beforehand. Buy some textbooks, watch some youtube videos. Get started early before your classes begin and you will be much better prepared. It seems like the courses move quickly so you want to be ready so you can keep up.
I'm 25 years old and I'm gonna start my masters this year. i left college 4 year ago and I was unable to get any college that time and this year i started studying mathematics properly and my aim to self study calculus algebra and analysis in 2 year and I already completed some calculus hope things go well so I can apply for PhD in coming years.
You don't need college for success 1st off, you need drive, you need deep thought, you need passion. College is a nice way to go but it's not the only way to go. That being said, young man your fine just chill out. You can make it, just deep breaths and remember the three keys. Healthy body( or as close as you can get.), healthy mind, healthy spirit.
I'm 30, just transferred from a JC to a 4 year. Although, i feel inadequate right now. All the engineering staff I've encountered so far have been belittling and condescending, really makes me not want to ask questions. Whatever, only thing to do is keep moving forward
Thanks a lot. this is same situation I've been going through. your words could help me .
21 seems like a fairly normal age to go to university (if that's what he means by college, and not an actual college/sixth form which you do earlier).
Anything from 18-21 is seemingly not that unusual.
From my experience, I originally dropped out of college first before ‘coming back’ (after trying out construction, third shift, Target, and even only a few hours away from heading to boot camp for the Marines). I only even re-enrolled because I figured I should just ‘get a degree’ while working at Target at the time. Fortunately for me, I took a Calc I class on a whim (and even though I almost failed that class) my professor did a wonderful job in inciting my passion for mathematics. If I didn’t decide to re-enroll in university, I wouldn’t have ‘succumbed’ to the beauty of mathematics, and had I not had the opportunity to engage with it I wouldn’t be where I am right now! Mathematics, even though I spent years not engaging with it and even disliking it, has ended up becoming what has allowed me to venture out into the world and even the privilege of a paid masters assistantship while I decide if/where I want to do my PhD.
Life is what you make of it, if you feel that enrolling in university will set you on a healthier course for yourself, Do It.
I started my PhD at age 42. I was older than some of my professors.
Hi Sorcerer, I'm 22 have not started my academic studies in college yet, but I'm thinking to go next year. I study math and programming at home.
good advice
I’m 23 and in my first year of university, engineering!
Israel's average starting age at university is about 23, and for Jewish men its probably closer to 25, and they finish their bachelor degree at late 20's and closer to 30 years old. This is mainly due to mandatory military service of 3 years for man, and other cultural reasons (traveling, working, "finding your self etc.). Yet, Israel has quite a lot of accomplishments in academia and science and math in particular. This is especially surprising considering its small size.
I’m 24 now and thinking of going to uni next yr studying either cs or math. I think 21 is actually a really young age almost feels like a fetus ahah so dw !!! Everyone has their own pace and life !
I’m 20 turning 21. I know what I want to do, and I know how to get there. Backend developer. However, I suffer with too much ADHD. I get distracted too much, and lose myself.
Don't worry about the pandemic, you don't know when it will end. Go for it, live your life.
I went to college right out of high school and got a bachelor’s degree in 4 years but the degree didn’t lead to a job. So I went back to college this semester at age 36 for a degree in computer science. I haven’t taken a math class in 15 years. I’ve always loved math but it’s been so long that I’m struggling in math. I’m taking trig. I’m not doing well. I’m thinking of dropping it and taking the class again. I have to take a lot of math for this major (calculus 1, calculus 2, linear algebra, and probability) and here I am struggling just with trig! But I think I can get it eventually. I just haven’t been in math a while. I really love programming and I hope doesn’t set me back in achieving my dreams.
Im 30 and im planning on going back to college
awesome!
Some countries has either educated people who gets paid well, or non educated people who has a tendency to work their ass of to get buy, so what works for someone in one country may not nessesseraly work for someone else in an other country.
If you have a time limit for some reason, there's always a fundamental education you can take now, that you can apply to many fields later on, and these types of education can take you anywhere you want to go, so you won't have to end up in a low income job where you feel stuck . (Depends on the country you live in and the job opportunities)
Life experience is also something important to mix into a carrer, and when you start to gain life experience and see where you drift to, that's when you can choose a carrer or further educate yourself to achieve your goals.
In some countries you also have companies that gives you leaves for education, so you can still get paid, take your education, but then you have to work for them a set amoung of time before you can switch job, unless you want to stay within the company. (I don't know what applies to Brazil)
What you're advice about caculus by Howard Anton.
it's a good book:)
since you are in 3rd world country, Having a degree is crucial when it comes to immigration, having computer science degree helping me now to migrate to Canada as per skilled immigration , Just apply at Brazil local university and learning from home virtually . I believe the faster the degree you get the faster you can take on challenges in 3rd world countries, build your self and immigrate.
if I am a American or I am part of 1st world, I will skip the collage work in a job for 2 or 3 years and build a business has quickly has possible, All those kids who went to collage I can hire them, If I have successful business.
Note: I am from india getting into top university is really really hard, almost impossible, You are expected to solve physics, chemistry, math problems every 1 mint over 60 mints of enters exam.
people are so into it they, don't do anything but study and solve problems all there teenage life, the competition is immense.
Acceptance Rate 6.7% into MIT
Acceptance Rate 0.7%- 2% into IIT
Me 28 and started second degree bc i left the preview one after 4 years there since didnt like it
Would you please make a video on "talent"? Some people are better at math, just because they are gifted. Unfortunately, some people are not wired to do math well. Pretty sad.
good idea thank you!!
that's an arguable point. it could be true but a lot of times, that's an excuse for being lazy. I've done it myself. math requires a lot of repetition usually but also careful and methodical study approach. You don't have to be talented or gifted in math to succeed. it requires a lot of effort and not cheating yourself.
@@Primitive_Code Yes. But the smartest people are math PhD's. They worked hard like many other non-mathmaticians did, but math PhD's are more intelligent.
@@Bob-zg2zf I totally agree with you that PH.D in math requires both being smart and working hard. Dr. Terrence Tao is an example. For some reason, I thought you were referring to the lower levels like Associate's or bachelor's where many of us struggle but do enough to get A, B, C.
I am 23 years old I joined the military on 17 and this year I finally decided to go to college to stady BBA but the math is too hard on my brain any advice
How are you doing buddy?
I am struggling with the integral calculus ( now studying in 12th grade ) an d what do you think solution for this is? Like how can i get better in it . I usually refer prescribed textbook but i think it is given less than about it to understand and clarify my doubts...Any suggestions?
i am studying in grade 9 and i am weak in mathematics can you suggest me a free book available in internet bcuz i live in Nepal .here education system is not advance than other country
thx
How can we reach you to email you questions?
it's on my about page:)
my email is, just scroll down and it's there
I am 34 and graduated with a Masters in Chemical Engineering 6 years ago. Now I am bored of my job and therefore thinking of doing a PhD in the same field. So, am I too old for starting a PhD? What would be upper age limit?
Definitely not too old. If you want to do it you should:)
There is a class mate with me doing bachelor, and he is 65
I want to ask you : are the trignometry important for student faculty civil engineering ??
Yes. You'll have to deal with trigonometric components to calculate loads on structures like roofs, doors, dome-shaped buildings, roads, the ground, and anything else that could be slanted.
Analytic Geometry and Calculus are extremely important for civil engineering as well, and you'll later on learn that differential equations are necessary for analyzing the capacities of power lines and drainage systems distributed throughout a building.
Hey man I just wanna share something here and I could use all the advice I could get I am a physics Major student in 3rd year during the pandemic I missed most of the maths classes though we got promoted now I find trouble solving maths problem and I wanted to ask can I get through to M.Sc or do I need the knowledge that I missed