When I was
a kid my family took a lot of road trips. On these trips it was often the
detours that led to the best adventures; a hidden ice cream shop or picnic area,
a water park, strange roadside attractions…
Like any
good road trip, your education may take a detour as well. Some detours are
unexpected, yet necessary, like taking time off for health or family reasons.
Others are a conscious choice, like taking a break from school for a job or
travel opportunity you just can’t pass up.
Detours in
your education can affect your eligibility for certain funding programs. Here
are some important things to know if you’re approaching a potential detour.
