Improved marketing to acquire a better job position, teaching your children the importance of education by example, and an increase in personal satisfaction and enrichment are all results of returning to school. The ambient fear of college life is a real thing for adult students. In 2013, there were 8.2 million adult students compared to 12.2 million students under the age of 25. Rates of increase for adult students are expected to increase more than those for students under age 25, according to the National Center for Educational Statistics. Demand for MBAs and professional school attendance are on the rise. A master's degree is almost mandatory in order to achieve a 6-figure career. Support from family members helps whenever an overwhelming feeling of loneliness begins to creep in. My son telling me he is proud of me almost made me cry and so I encourage anyone thinking of going back to school to immerse themselves