The event that will influence my academic success while I am enrolled at Colorado Christian
University is my future separation from the Air Force. I have chosen to pursue a career after my
separation that requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science. Without this degree I would not be
able to achieve this career which would ultimately lead to my failure after my separation. Noting that
preparation for my future is important there is only one thing that holds a higher value to me. Cost of
college is the most important contributing factor to my success because it is my biggest fear. Failure in
this area will mean not only failure for my future, but it would also mean financial devastation. This …show more content…
Preparation for this moment is a requirement, and academic success will provide the foundation
for my success after my separation. Obtaining my degree ensures that I will be capable of pursuing my
career I have planned for. Without academic success the future I have planned for myself will become a
dream. I have set goals for myself that are necessary for achieving academic success and ensuring that
my future will become reality instead of a dream. Preparation for life after the Air Force will provide the
motivation necessary for my academic prestige.
The most crucial reason for my success is the cost of college. It is no secret that attending
college is anything but cheap. Luckily, I have the opportunity to attend for close to free. I do not plan on
taking this blessing for granted. Failure in academics would not only mean that I cannot obtain my
degree, it also forces me to forfeit my opportunity to not pay for college out of pocket. I do not have the
luxury to fail in academics and forfeit this right. I will not allow this possibility to become a reality. The
cost of college is my greatest inspiration to excel in each and every one of my classes.
Preparation for my future and fear of failure will fuel my drive for academic success.