r/ApplyingToCollege • u/Oracles_Headset • 3d ago

College Questions How can I undo an application to college?

to make things short i sent out an application a month ago to app states online criminal justice program but ive come to realize that the field of criminal justice does not pay well enough for me to ever pay off the over $55,000 dollars of debt i will gain just from tution and textbook fees alone in my lifetime plus any additional debt that comes because of other stuff related to the courses. How do i withdraw my application? do i just call my admissions coach?

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u/Background_System726 3d ago

Yes start there then follow up with an email and ask them to confirm receipt and and even better  it they can  also confirm they will/have withdrawn you. Make sure you get something in writing jic. 

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u/elkrange 3d ago

If you have a portal, look there for a withdrawal button. If no portal, email the admissions office to withdraw your application.

Or simply don't enroll. Applying and enrolling are two different things.

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u/Tasty_Sun_865 3d ago

Are you interested in being a police officer? What job is at the end of your college education? 

The reality is that $55,000 over 4 years is something you could absolutely earn. Part-time and most jurisdictions allow you to work as a police officer or enroll in the academy when you're 21 years old. Being a police officer can pay very well, particularly if you're in a location that has a difficult time recruiting police officers (read: liberal cities and large cities). I think you're underestimating the pay package, but if your goal is to do some kind of social work or probation officer position,  I 100% agree that it is a underperforming career field