I'm a hard working student-athlete. I know how to push myself to the brink. The classroom is obviously number one priority because unfortunately I cannot play soccer for the rest of my life, nor can I make a living off of it. I have a passion for math and the sciences, that is why I am perusing a mechanical engineering degree. It is not going to be and easy 4 or 5 years but I know I can propel myself towards success...

College is the most expensive investment a person has made to this point in their lives. But, a student will also make the most out of this investment than any other they will, probably, for the rest of their lives. College may seem dumb because you're just spending money to make money, but it is much more than that. The amount of money more you can make with a college degree rather than just a high school diploma is staggering. Simply having the knowledge will making you way more employable. Having said all that you have to figure out a...